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Bill Williams

Monday, March 30th, 2026 11:55am

Happy 58^th Birthday today to Celine Dion

The singer/entertainer was born on March 30, 1968 in Quebec Canada

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Bill Williams

Monday, March 30th, 2026 11:53am

Today we remember Bill Withers, on the 6^th anniversary of his passing

The legendary soul singer died on March 30, 2020 from heart complications. He was 81.

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Bill Williams

Monday, March 30th, 2026 11:51am

Happy 81^st Birthday today to Eric Clapton

Born March 30, 1945 in Surrey England

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Bill Williams

Friday, March 27th, 2026 12:14pm

Happy 57^th Birthday today to Mariah Carey

Born March 27, 1969 in Huntington New York

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Bill Williams

Friday, March 27th, 2026 12:12pm

Daryl Hall & John Oates would get their first #1 on March 27, 1977

Rich Girl would remain at the top of the Billboard Singles Chart for 2 weeks

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Bill Williams

Friday, March 27th, 2026 12:10pm

Cher would have the #1 song in the country on March 27, 1974

Dark Lady spent 1 week atop the Billboard Singles Chart

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Bill Williams

Thursday, March 26th, 2026 12:27pm

The Beatles had the #1 song in the country on March 26, 1964

Their 2^nd #1, She Loves You, topped the Billboard Singles Chart for 2 weeks

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Bill Williams

Thursday, March 26th, 2026 12:25pm

Happy 78^th Birthday today to Stephen Tyler of Aerosmith

Born March 26, 1948 in New York City

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Bill Williams

Thursday, March 26th, 2026 12:23pm

Happy 82^nd Birthday today to Diana Ross

Born March 26, 1944 in Detroit Michigan

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Bill Williams

Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 12:01pm

The Bee Gees got their 8^th #1 on March 25, 1979

Tragedy would be on top of the Billboard Singles Chart for 2 weeks

Classic sounds 70’s

Bill Williams

Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 11:59am

America had the #1 song in the country on March 25, 1972

A Horse with No Name remained on top the Billboard Singles Chart for 3 weeks

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Bill Williams

Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 11:30am

Happy 79^th Birthday today to Elton John

Born March 25, 1947 in Middlesex England

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Jaime Roberts

Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 9:26am

If you are a lover of all things Hallmark like we are, you'll be just as excited to find out that Hallmark Stars Live are coming to the Palace in Albany on July 25th!  Nikki DeLoach, star of over 20 Hallmark movies, will be hosting the event. And joining Nikki will be the widely adored Andrew Walker (She’s Making a List), Ashley Williams (An Alpine Holiday), Jonathan Bennett (A Keller Family Christmas), and Tamera Mowry-Housley (Tidings for the Season). This is going to be such a fun night. It's all unscripted with the Hallmark gang telling us stories of what happens on those movie sets, and what happens behind the scenes. They'll even answer fan question and have some interactive fun with the audience. It all sounds perfect for all of us lovers of the Hallmark Channel. Tickets go on sale this Friday, March 27th at 10am at palacealbany.org !  

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Bill Williams

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 12:46pm

Pink Floyd would have their biggest hit in the states on March 24, 1980

Another Brick in the Wall would spend 4 weeks on top the Billboard Singles Chart

Reuters, Fred Prouser

Bill Williams

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 12:44pm

Frankie Valli would have the #1 song on March 24, 1975

My Eyes Adored You was on top the Billboard Singles Chart for 1 week

REUTERS, Mike Segar

Bill Williams

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 12:43pm

On March 24, 1973, The O’Jays would have the biggest hit in the country

Love Train would be the #1 song on the Billboard Singles Chart for 1 week

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Bill Williams

Monday, March 23rd, 2026 12:16pm

The #1 song in the country on March 23, 1971 belonged to Janis Joplin

Me and Bobby McGee would spend 2 weeks on top of the Billboard Singles Chart

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Bill Williams

Monday, March 23rd, 2026 12:13pm

The Beatles would have the #1 song in the country on March 23, 1967

Penny Lane topped the Billboard Singles Chart for 1 week

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Bill Williams

Monday, March 23rd, 2026 12:11pm

Happy 73^rd Birthday today to Chaka Khan

Born March 23, 1953 in Chicago Illinois

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Jaime Roberts

Monday, March 23rd, 2026 10:14am

Now is the time to reserve your spot for Cars & Canines coming up on Saturday May 9th in Mechanicville!   Crafters, Vendors and Classic Car owners, this is the place for you!  This incredible Mother's Day Weekend event will feature a shelter fundraiser, dog park grand opening, classic cars and an adoption event, and is expected to draw hundreds of families, pet lovers and classic car lovers!  Vendor space is limited so don't wait. Email Markets@adirondackbasement.com to secure your spot today!

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Jaime Roberts

Monday, March 23rd, 2026 9:46am

Jaime had the chance to have a conversation with La La Brooks about her incredible history, the music and why she enjoys still performing and singing the hits.  La La is part of the Golden Oldies Spectacular coming to Proctors on April 25th with Brooklyn Bridge, The Tokens, Brian Hyland, The Duprees and the Skyliners.  Get your tickets now at proctors.org. Listen to the conversation below

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Bill Williams

Friday, March 20th, 2026 1:24pm

57 years ago today, John Lennon and Yoko Ono would get married.

On March 20, 1969, the 10-minute ceremony would take place in Gibralter

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Bill Williams

Friday, March 20th, 2026 1:22pm

The #1 song on March 20, 1982 belonged to Joan Jett

I Love Rock and Roll would stay on top of the Billboard Singles Chart for a whopping 7 weeks.

REUTERS, Tami Chappell

Bill Williams

Friday, March 20th, 2026 1:20pm

Today we remember Kenny Rogers on the 6^th anniversary of his passing.

Rogers died on March 20, 2020 at his home in Georgia from natural causes. He was 81.

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Jaime Roberts

Friday, March 20th, 2026 9:49am

Jaime had a chance to chat with Brian Hyland (Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikini, Sealed with a Kiss) about life on the road and his great music catalog. Brian will be part of the Golden Oldies Spectacular coming to Proctors On April 25th with Brooklyn Bridge, Jay Siegel's Tokens, LaLa Brooks of The Crystals, The Duprees and Jimmy Beaumont's Skyliners.  Get your tickets now at proctors.org  And check out the conversation below

Smurfstools Oldies Music Time Machine

Bill Williams

Thursday, March 19th, 2026 12:10pm

Tommy Roe had the #1 song in the country on March 19, 1969

Dizzy would remain at the top of the Billboard Singles Chart for 4 weeks.

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Bill Williams

Thursday, March 19th, 2026 12:08pm

The #1 song in the country on March 19, 1968 belonged to Otis Redding

(Sitting on) The Dock of the Bay spent 4 weeks on top of the Billboard Singles Chart

Reuters, Fred Prouser

Bill Williams

Thursday, March 19th, 2026 12:05pm

Happy 80^th Birthday today to Ruth Pointer of the Pointer Sisters

Born March 19, 1946 in Oakland California.

She is the last surviving member of the Pointer Sisters, following the deaths of Bonnie, Anita, and June

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Jaime Roberts

Thursday, March 19th, 2026 9:54am

Jaime had the chance to speak with Jimmy Rosica, one of the founding members of the Brooklyn Bridge today about performing, the great music, and their upcoming appearance at Proctors for the Golden Oldies Spectacular.  Check out our chat, and get your tickets now at proctors.org

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Jaime Roberts

Thursday, March 19th, 2026 7:58am

We are so lucky to be teamed up with our friends at AAA Northway for our Magic Cruise to the Bahamas coming up on May 29th!  You still have time to join us if you like.  And if not, in my convo with David, he announces what our Magic Cruise for next year will be!  And it's a good one!  So check out our chat and get ready to Cruise with me for lots of fun!