Historical Events
- B-52A bomber makes its maiden flight
That's All Right
Singer Elvis Presley's 1st professional recording session (with guitarist Scotty Moore & bass player Bill Black) takes place at Sam Phillips' Memphis Recording Service in Memphis, Tennessee. The trio record four songs including their historic cover of Arthur "Big Boy" Crudup's song "That's All Right". [1]
- The BBC broadcasts its first television news bulletin
Famous Birthdays
- Jimmy Crespo, American guitarist (Aerosmith), born in Brooklyn, New York
- John Wright, New Zealand cricketer (opening batsman 1978-92), born in Darfield, New Zealand
- Leni Björklund, Swedish politician (Minister for Defence, 2002-06), born in Örebro, Sweden
About July 5, 1954
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 9 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Cara Mia - David Whitfield with the Mantovani Orchestra and Chorus
