What Happened on June 11, 1976

Historical Events

  • "Magnificent Marble Machine" last airs on NBC-TV
  • Anti-apartheid advocate Dumisa Ntsebeza arrested in South Africa

Music History

Australian band AC/DC begin their 1st headline tour of Britain

  • Beatles "Rock & Roll Music" compilation LP is released in USA

Famous Birthdays

  • Tai Anderson, American contemporay Christian rock bass player (Third Day, 1992-2015), born in Georgia

Famous Deaths

  • Folke Eriksberg [Eriksberger], Swedish jazz and session guitarist and composer, dies at 65
  • Jim Konstanty, American MLB relief pitcher (MLB All Star 1950; NL MVP 1950; Philadelphia Phillies), dies at 59
Died in 1976 1976 Highlights

About June 11, 1976

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 10 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Silly Love Songs - Wings
  • UK #1 Song: Combine Harvester (Brand New Key) - Wurzels