Historical Events
Elvis Records First Demo
Elvis Presley pays $3.98 to make his first demo, at Sun Studio in Memphis, records "My Happiness" and "That's When Your Heartaches Begin". Reportedly gives the record to his mother as a belated birthday present.
Famous Birthdays
- Neil Stubenhaus, American session and touring bass guitarist, born in Bridgeport, Connecticut [1]
- Peter Greenall, 4th Baron Daresbury, British aristocrat and businessman, born in Marylebone, London
Famous Deaths
- Lucy Booth, Daughter of William and Catherine Booth (b. 1868)
Died in 1953 1953 Highlights
About July 18, 1953
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 9 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Believe - Frankie Laine