Elvis Presley's father, Vernon, was released from prison after serving 8 months for altering a check.

Reggae's most transcendent and iconic figure, Bob Marley was born.

Instant Karma by John Lennon is released in the UK.

Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and George Harrison teamed up to record a musical tribute to John Lennon. The song "All Those Years Ago" was the result.

Van Halen's remake of Roy Orbinson's 1964 chart topper, "Oh, Pretty Woman," enters the Hot 100, where it will peak at #12, making it the band's biggest hit single thus far in their career.

Joan Jett's "I Love Rock 'n' Roll" enters the pop chart at #63.

Sonny Bono declares himself a candidate for Mayor of Palm Springs.

Joan Jett made her acting debut in "Light Of Day."

Billy Idol broke several bones in a serious motorcycle accident. As a result he could not appear in Oliver Stone's "The Doors" in a major role.

Mick Jagger guests on Saturday Night Live, performing two songs from his forthcoming album, Wandering Spirit.

Beach Boy member Carl Wilson succumbs to Lung cancer at the age of 51.

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