Rock Almanac: September 30, 2008

On This Date in 1942: Frankie Lymon, adolescent lead singer of Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers, is born in New York.

The Almanac Advises for September 30: "One surefire method to keep teenagers out of trouble is to involve them in extracurricular programs. Adult-supervised activities, such as marching bands or glee clubs, have proved to be popular with today's youth."

Posted by Gaylord Fields on Sep 30th 2008 8:00AM
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Rock Almanac: September 29, 2008

On This Date in 1990: '(Can't Live Without Your) Love and Affection,' by Nelson, is the No. 1 song of the Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart. This makes twins Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, with dad Ricky and grandfather Ozzie, the first three-generation family chart-toppers.

The Almanac Advises for September 29: "While some parents discourage their children from taking over the family business, the kids often look forward to updating and reviving the business with a youthful slant."

Posted by Gaylord Fields on Sep 29th 2008 8:00AM
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Rock Almanac: September 28, 2008

On This Date in 1991: 'Shiny Happy People,' by R.E.M., reaches its peak position of No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart.

The Almanac Advises for September 28: "Oily skin can be caused by hereditary, hormonal or environmental factors. The best treatment for a greasy, shiny face is a simple cleansing twice daily with a mild soap and warm water. However, overscrubbing may lead to an excess stimulation of oil glands."

Posted by Gaylord Fields on Sep 28th 2008 8:00AM
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Rock Almanac: September 27, 2008

On This Date in 1947: Meat Loaf is born Marvin Lee Aday in Dallas.

The Almanac Advises for September 27: "'Meatloaf is a prime example of comfort food -- that is, familiar meals that people have grown up eating. Usually simple to make, these foodstuffs satisfy feelings of nostalgia or longing in their consumption."

Posted by Gaylord Fields on Sep 27th 2008 8:00AM
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Rock Almanac: September 26, 2008

On This Date in 1987: 'Touch of Grey,' by the Grateful Dead, reaches its peak of No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart, marking the group as technically one-hit wonders.

The Almanac Advises for September 26: "Many older men these days feel no social embarrassment about using hair coloring on their head, mustache or beard. They tend to differ from women in that some men prefer to keep some patches of silver."

Posted by Gaylord Fields on Sep 26th 2008 8:00AM
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Rock Almanac: September 25, 2008

On This Date in 1975: Jackie Wilson suffers an onstage heart attack during a show in Cherry Hill, N.J., after singing the line "My heart is crying," from his hit sing 'Lonely Teardrops.' Ne never regains consciousness, dying nine years later.

The Almanac Advises for September 25: "One key to increase your odds of surviving a heart attack is recognizing the warning signs. Armed with such knowledge, you'll increase your chances of being able to summon help."

Posted by Gaylord Fields on Sep 25th 2008 8:00AM
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Rock Almanac: September 24, 2008

On This Date in 1988: 'Don't Worry, Be Happy,' by Bobby McFerrin, rises to the top spot of the Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart.

The Almanac Advises for September 24: "A recent study posits that the phrase 'ignorance is bliss' is more correct than one would think. It seems the more aware a person is, the more anxiety that person may have."

Posted by Gaylord Fields on Sep 24th 2008 8:00AM
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Rock Almanac: September 23, 2008

On This Date in 1969: Northern Star, the campus newspaper of Northern Illinois University, prints an article detailing the rumor that Paul McCartney had died in 1966 or '67 and was replaced by a lookalke.

The Almanac Advises for September 23: "Some bands, when looking for a replacement ember, prefer to find someone with similar attributes as the departed rather than go in a different direction with their new hire."

Posted by Gaylord Fields on Sep 23rd 2008 8:00AM
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Rock Almanac: September 22, 2008

On This Date in 1958: Joan Jett is born Joan Marie Larkin in Wynnewood, Pa.

The Almanac Advises for September 22: "The roar of a jet engine at takeoff has been measured at a very loud 120 decibels, which is the same level as found at a typical rock concert."

Posted by Gaylord Fields on Sep 22nd 2008 8:00AM
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Rock Almanac: September 21, 2008

On This Date in 1959: 'Sleep Walk,' by Santo and Johnny, makes its way to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart.

The Almanac Advises for September 21: "Among the reported side effects of the anti-insomnia drug Ambien is sleepwalking, along with the even more dangerous sleep eating and, especially, sleep driving."

Posted by Gaylord Fields on Sep 21st 2008 8:00AM
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