Today in Music History: February 12
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Dean Martin: best known for his comedic partnership with Jerry Lewis, as well as for his participation in the iconic Rat Pack
Steve McQueen was often referred to as the 'King of Cool' where his kingdom was Hollywood. In the music industry, that title goes to Dean Martin who is also regarded as a legendary screen and stage performer. As an actor, singer and comedian, he starred in several films with Jerry Lewis
and belonged to the Hollywood clique "Rat Pack" in Las Vegas shows and
in film, which included Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Joey Bishop and
Peter Lawford.
Martin's biggest hit "Memories are Made of This" reached No.1 on the Billboard chart for six weeks in 1956 and became certified as a Gold record.
Tidbit of Trivia: After the 1956 Hungarian Revolution, the song was adapted into the "Honvágy-dal" ('The Song of Homesickness') and used as an unofficial anthem for refugees scattered around the world. Recorded by Ida Boros, it became a cultural phenomenon and a sign of protest against the communist government.
Martin's biggest hit "Memories are Made of This" reached No.1 on the Billboard chart for six weeks in 1956 and became certified as a Gold record.
Tidbit of Trivia: After the 1956 Hungarian Revolution, the song was adapted into the "Honvágy-dal" ('The Song of Homesickness') and used as an unofficial anthem for refugees scattered around the world. Recorded by Ida Boros, it became a cultural phenomenon and a sign of protest against the communist government.
Enjoy the music of Dean Martin...
More 'love' music memories on this day...1956 Dean Martin was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with 'Memories Are Made Of This'. This immediately followed the singers No.1 run for 5 weeks in the US. The American actor, comedian, singer and TV host's biggest hit. Also covered by The Everly Brothers, Johnny Cash, Frank Sinatra and The Drifters.
1924 George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue is performed publicly for the first time.
1944 Glen Gray - My Heart Tells Me
1947 Nat King Cole - (I Love You) for Sentimental Reasons
1953 Teresa Brewer - Till I waltz Again With You
1965 Righteous Brothers - You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'
1972 Al Green - Let's Stay Together
1974 Barbra Streisand - The Way We Were
1986 Whitney Houston - How Will I Know
1993 Whitney Houston - I Will Always Love You
1993 Celine Dion - The Power of Love
2000 Savage Garden - I Knew I Loved You
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