October 1st, 1962:The Beatles sign their first real management contract with Brian Epstein, with George and Paul’s fathers signing for their sons, who are still minors. Epstein gets 25 percent of the group’s earnings.
Releases
1964:The Beatles Vs. The Four Seasons
1966:Cat Stevens, “I Love My Dog”
1969:The Beatles, Abbey Road
1970:Elvis Presley, Almost In Love
Recording
1928:Duke Ellington, “The Mooche”
1928:Ben Pollack, “Forever”
1968:The Beatles, “Honey Pie”
Charts
1977:Meco’s “Star Wars Theme / Cantina Band” hits #1
Certifications
1971:John Lennon’s LP Imagine is certified gold