Episode Description: This Week in Music History - November 10-16 | Pink Floyd, Beatles, Fleetwood Mac & More

Join host Buzz Knight and master of music mayhem and music historian  Harry Jacobs for another captivating episode of This Week in Music History, covering November 10-16. Dive deep into legendary moments that shaped rock, pop, and cultural history.

Featured Music History Highlights:

Pink Floyd’s “Wish You Were Here” (Nov 10, 1975) - Discover the untold story behind this iconic album’s #1 UK chart debut and its heartbreaking connection to Syd Barrett, who unexpectedly appeared during recording sessions.

Led Zeppelin IV (Nov 12, 1971) - Explore the album featuring “Stairway to Heaven,” “Black Dog,” and “Rock and Roll” that sold 37 million copies worldwide and earned 24x Platinum certification.

Beatles’ “Rubber Soul” (Nov 13, 1965) - Harry reveals why this Abbey Road recording remains one of his favorite Beatles albums, featuring classics like “In My Life,” “Norwegian Wood,” and “Michelle.”

Fleetwood Mac’s Self-Titled Album (Nov 15, 1975) - Learn about Stevie Nicks’ emotional dedication of “Landslide” to her father and the latest rumors about Lindsay Buckingham’s potential reunion with the band.

Additional Topics Covered:

• Elton John’s “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” and the incredible story of “Candle in the Wind” selling 660,000 copies in one day after Princess Diana’s funeral

• Freddie Mercury’s final public appearance (Nov 14, 1991) and his AIDS diagnosis announcement

• Donna Summer’s disco classic “MacArthur Park” hitting #1

• Jimi Hendrix’s “Electric Ladyland” chart success

• John Lennon’s only #1 solo single during his lifetime (you’ll be surprised which song it was!)

• Sesame Street’s PBS debut and its cultural impact

• Bob Dylan’s “New Morning” album evolution

Perfect for: Classic rock enthusiasts, music history buffs, Beatles fans, Pink Floyd devotees, and anyone fascinated by the stories behind legendary albums.

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