Bill Haley’s “Shake, Rattle and Roll” topped a DJ poll, Princess Margaret drew criticism for preferring rock and roll, Shirley Bassey was briefly held hostage during a South African tour, and Hank Ballard recorded the original “The Twist.” Tom Jones released “It’s Not Unusual,” the Beatles began sessions for “Rubber Soul,” and Van Morrison’s “Brown Eyed Girl” was released.

John Lennon and Yoko Ono issued the avant-garde “Two Virgins.” Jim Morrison was arrested after an onstage incident, Ringo Starr became a father, an Elvis documentary aired, and Berry Oakley died after a motorcycle crash. Gilbert O’Sullivan’s “Clair” topped the UK chart. A fake live Mott the Hoople recording caused confusion, Donna Summer’s “MacArthur Park” became a major hit, and James Brown appeared on “The Simpsons.”

Paul McCartney’s “Back in the US” tour became a major event, Bobby Hatfield’s memorial was held, Ronnie and Jo Wood later divorced, Neil Young’s home was damaged by fire, and Graeme Edge and Rab Noakes died.