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What happened in Music on this day !?

What happened in Music on this day !?
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Nina Nebo
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  • June 27, 2026

 

June 27th

 

Born 1944 - Will Jennings

American lyricist Will Jennings. He was known for writing the lyrics for the songs 'Up Where We Belong', 'Higher Love', 'Tears in Heaven' and 'My Heart Will Go On'. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and won several awards including three Grammy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and two Academy Awards. He died on 6 September 2024 at the age of 80.

 

 


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  • June 29, 2026

 

June 29th

 

Born 1948 - Ian Paice

Ian Paice, English musician, best known as the drummer of Deep Purple. He has been the band's only constant member since its foundation. They scored the 1970 UK No.2 single 'Black Night' and the 1973 US No. 4 single 'Smoke On The Water'. Paice has also worked with Whitesnake and Gary Moore.