Famous Birthdays
- Ann Magnuson, actress (Anything But Love, Hunger), born in Charleston, West Virginia
- Bernard Sumner [Albrecht], English rock guitarist, vocalist (Joy Division and New Order), born in Salford, England
- Nels Cline, American guitarist and composer (Wilco), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Alexandr Tikhonovich Grechaninov, composer, dies at 91
1956 Highlights
About January 4, 1956
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 2 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Rock Around The Clock - Bill Haley & His Comets