On January 27th, 1984, one of the most iconic and influential albums in music history was released: "Thriller" by Michael Jackson. This groundbreaking album, produced by Quincy Jones, revolutionized the music industry and solidified Jackson's status as the "King of Pop."
"Thriller" showcased Michael Jackson's incredible versatility as an artist, with a dive ... Show More
May 5
The Who's First Explosive Performance in Gorleston
# The Bedlam in Gorleston: When The Who Exploded Into Rock History ## May 5, 1964 On this date in 1964, The Who performed at the Civic Hall in Gorleston-on-Sea, a small English seaside town near Great Yarmouth, and something extraordinary happened that would cement their reputati ... Show More
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May 4
Rick Dees and the Disco Duck Phenomenon
# May 4th in Music History: The Birth of "Disco Duck" On May 4, 1946, one of the most unexpectedly influential and delightfully absurd figures in American music was born: Rick Dees, the man who would inflict—or gift, depending on your perspective—the world with "Disco Duck." Now, ... Show More
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May 3
Pink Floyd Hits Number One With The Wall
# May 3, 1980: Pink Floyd's "Another Brick in the Wall (Part 2)" Hits #1 in the US On May 3, 1980, Pink Floyd achieved something they'd never done before in their already legendary career: they topped the Billboard Hot 100 with "Another Brick in the Wall (Part 2)." For a band kno ... Show More
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May 2024
Billie Eillish- Hits Hard and Soft
Billie Eilish, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, has just released her highly-anticipated third studio album titled 'Hit Me Hard and Soft'. The album, which has been eagerly awaited by fans worldwide, was released in its entirety without any prior singles, a decision Eilish m ... Show More
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Oct 2023
The Beatles: 1. Rock n' Roll
Martin Freeman tells the story of the Fab Four’s rise, fall and rebirth - and how they changed the world along the way. In the space of just 8 years, their journey took them from the smoky clubs of Hamburg and Liverpool, to Abbey Road and unprecedented global fame. And when their ... Show More
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Aug 2025
Decoding Empires: Akala on Hip Hop & South-South Solidarity
<p>Rapper, writer, and thought leader Akala joins us on Quartertones live at Sole DXB to talk about his early career steps in London, the city's unique blends due to its history, and his drive to connect with diverse audiences. He shares insights into the impact of colonialism an ... Show More
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Feb 2025
Bad Bunny Set to Headline 'SNL50: The Homecoming Concert' at Radio City Music Hall
Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican global sensation, is set to perform at the highly-anticipated 'SNL50: The Homecoming Concert' at the iconic Radio City Music Hall. This event marks the 50th anniversary of the beloved sketch comedy show, "Saturday Night Live," celebrating its legacy an ... Show More
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