
The Year: 2006
A bittersweet discovery was made in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Amid the wreckage of Fats Domino’s Ninth Ward home, remnants of his two iconic pianos were found and salvaged by the Louisiana State Museum. A small victory in preserving the legendary musician’s legacy after the devastating storm.
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The Year: 1969
John Lennon and Yoko Ono found themselves “standing in the dock at Southampton,” their wedding plans thwarted by passport issues as they tried to reach Holland or France. Undeterred, they tied the knot five days later in Gibraltar on March 20th. The couple turned their chaotic adventure into art, weaving the tale into the lyrics of “The Ballad of John and Yoko,” a song that immortalized their whirlwind romance and resilience.