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Posted: 12:01 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013

Today in Rock - Feb 10

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English pop singer Elton John in a flamboyant stage outfit of white suit with feather trim and rhinestone encrusted glasses, circa 1973. (Photo by Terry O'Neill/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Elton John has his first #1 UK album with Don’t Shoot Me I’m Only The Piano Player (1973).

David Bowie performs at the Tolworth Toby Jug in London on the opening date of his Ziggy Stardust tour (1972).

Roger Daltrey of The Who is given the CBE award by the Queen at Buckingham Palace for his service to the music industry (2005).

Rod Stewart has a four week run at #1 on the US singles chart with “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy” as well as a three week run at #1 on the US album chart with Blondes Have More Fun (1979).

Deep Purple begin a 28 date North American tour, performing at the Los Angeles Forum (1974).

 
 
 

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