Events in Music History in July 1968

Music History

Jul 1 John Lennon's 1st full art exhibition (You Are Here) opens at Robert Fraser Gallery in London

  • Jul 5 John Lennon sells his psychedelic painted Rolls-Royce
  • Jul 7 Rock group "Yardbirds" disband
  • Jul 9 BBC-TV broadcasts "Farewell", folk-rock band The Seekers final performance, draws 10 million viewers

Creedence Clearwater Revival

Jul 15 Fantasy Records releases the self-titled debut album "Creedence Clearwater Revival"; it feature's their cover of Dale Hawkin's "Susie Q"

  • Jul 17 The Beatles' animated film "Yellow Submarine" premieres in London
  • Jul 20 Iron Butterfly's "In-a-gadda-da-vida" becomes 1st heavy metal song to hit charts, it comes in at #117

Engagement of Interest

Jul 20 Jane Asher breaks her engagement with Beatle bassist, singer, and songwriter Paul McCartney, live on BBC-TV's "Dee Time" programme

Music Concert

Jul 20 Judy Garland headlines concert also featuring Count Basie and Jackie Wilson at JFK Stadium, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; her last US concert

  • Jul 31 The Beatles close Apple Boutique in London, giving clothes away for free