Greetings, Keenerfans!
Today, we celebrate the legendary Neil Sedaka, born March 13, 1939. Sedaka’s career spans over six decades as a singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. From teen pop sensation to international superstar, his hits—like Calendar Girl, Breaking Up Is Hard to Do, and Laughter in the Rain—continue to inspire the Keener generation. His contributions to music, from the Brill Building era to classical compositions, cement his legacy as one of the greats. Happy 86th, Neil!
March 13 is “313” day in Detroit, in honor of the city’s first area code.
Atwater Brewery is offering $3.13 pints and food deals at its taphouse located at 237 Joseph Campau. The Shinola Hotel’s lobby will feature DJs and complimentary Moet & Chandon champagne from 6-9 p.m., with associated restaurants providing special deals.
All day long at Detroit Shipping Company in Midtown, organizations will be celebrating local talent and creativity and the the city’s vibrant art scene with a Detroit Artists’ Market.
The Detroit Historical Museum is offering free entry from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitors can enjoy a mocktail lecture and a women’s history presentation during their visit.
Today in History:
1935 – Donald Duck made his first appearance in the daily Mickey Mouse newspaper comic strip.
1938 – “World News Roundup” debuted on the CBS Radio Network, featuring the first on-air reporting by Edward R. Murrow.
1958 – The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) introduced its precious-metal-themed awards for record sales. The Beatles hold the record for the most awards, with 76 platinum certifications.
1961 – At United Recording in Hollywood, Ricky Nelson recorded “Travelin’ Man,” a song originally written for Sam Cooke. The Jordanaires overdubbed the track’s background vocals on March 22.
1964 – Billboard magazine reported that more than 60 percent of all U.S. singles being sold at that time were Beatles records.
1964 – Mary Wells released the single “My Guy.”
1965 – The Beatles started a two-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart with “Eight Days A Week”, the group’s seventh No. 1 hit in America.
1965 – Eric Clapton, concerned that the band is becoming too commercial, leaves The Yardbirds. His replacement is Jeff Beck.
1976 – The Four Seasons started a three-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart with “December 1963 (Oh What A Night)”, the group’s fifth U.S. No. 1.
1977 – Iggy Pop and David Bowie kicked off a North American tour at Le Plateau Théâtre in Montreal, with Blondie as the opening act.
1993 – Eric Clapton started a three-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. album chart with Unplugged.
Today’s Birthdays:
- Neil Sedaka is 86.
- Actor William H. Macy is 75.
- U2’s Adam Clayton is 65.
