The Day in Rock 8/19

1964 – The Beatles begin their first concert tour of North America. The 26 dates include giant outdoor stadiums, that would become a fixture in future visits.

1967 – Ringo Starr becomes a father when wife Maureen gives birth to their son, Jason.

1976 – Kiss tops U.S. charts with their ballard “Beth”, a huge change from their usual raunchy style.

RECORD RELEASES
1972 – Elvis Presley with “Burning Love”

BIRTHDAYS
John Deacon, England, 1951. Bassist with Queen.
Ginger Baker, born Peter Baker, London,1939. One of Rocks leading drummers of the sixties and seventies, best known for his work in Cream and Blind Faith.