On This Day in Music History – August 19, 1972 NBC debuted a brand-new late-night TV series that would become legendary — The Midnight Special — with none other than Wolfman Jack as announcer. Unlike lip-synced variety shows of the day, The Midnight Special was built around live performances, giving fans a chance to see their favorite artists playing for real in the middle of the night. It quickly became a Saturday morning-after ritual for music lovers. The very first episode featured the band W

23K views · 295 reactions | June 1, 1972 marked a pivotal moment in music history with the release of Eagles, the debut album by the now-legendary band. Featuring classic tracks like “Take It Easy” and “Witchy Woman,” the album introduced the world to the group’s unique country-rock sound. It would go on to influence generations of musicians and earn a place on Rolling Stone’s list of the “500 Greatest Albums of All Time.” | Jams 'N' Cocktails TV | Facebook