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The Rock History Report for March 9th

1966 - The Beach Boys recorded “God Only Knows,” which was included on their seminal album, Pet Sounds.

1975 - Elvis Presley started up what would be his final recording session at RCA’s Hollywood studios.

1976 - The Who’s drummer Keith Moon collapsed behind his kit at the beginning of a show in the Boston Garden.

1987 - U2’s classic album The Joshua Tree was released.

Birthdays:

1942 Mark Lindsay of Paul Revere and the Raiders
1945 Robin Trower of Procol Harum
1949 Jimmy Fadden of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

Image used with permission by Hulton Archive.