Music History
Jun 7 American songwriter and impresario Berry Gordy Jr. founds Tamla Records, precursor to Motown Records, in Detroit, Michigan
- Jun 9 Novelty song "The Purple People Eater" by Sheb Wooley hits #1
Music History
Jun 13 Frank Zappa graduates from Antelope Valley High School in Lancaster, California
- Jun 16 "Flip Top Box" by Dicky Doo & The Don'ts hits #46
Little Girl Blue
Jun 24 Nina Simone releases her debut jazz album "Little Girl Blue"
- Jun 30 "No Chemise, Please" by Gerry Grenahan peaks at #24