Events in Music History in August 1977

  • Aug 7 Gary Geld and Peter Udell's musical "Shenandoah", based on the film of the same name, closes at Alvin Theater, NYC, after 1,050 performances and 2 Tony Awards
  • Aug 26 Ian Dury releases the single "Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll"

Music History

Aug 27 John Kander and Fred Ebb's musical "Chicago" closes at 46th St Theater, NYC, after 936 performances

Lust for Life

Aug 29 Iggy Pop releases his second album "Lust for Life", a collaboration with David Bowie