Brian Wilson co-wrote the first number one surf song of the rock and roll era. Unfortunately for him, it was not The Beach Boys who recorded the song.
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Kyu Sakamoto Topped The American Music World 50 Years Ago
The only Japanese artist to ever top the Billboard Hot 100 reached number one 50 years ago this week.
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A name change and a new lead singer sent Ruby and The Romantics to the top of the charts.
Read More »Roy Orbison Was Number One 50 Years Ago This Week
The Big O unseated Ricky Nelson from the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart with a song that may surprise you.
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