2015 Music Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 14 Feb French Actor Louis Jourdan Passes Away: Louis Jourdan, a renowned French actor known for his roles in film and television, including the classic musical 'Gigi', died at the age of 93. Jourdan was a celebrated performer who had a significant career in both European and Hollywood cinema.
- 25 Feb 2015 Brit Awards Highlights: The 2015 Brit Awards featured notable moments including Madonna's stage fall during her performance of 'Living for Love' and significant music awards. Mark Ronson won Best British Single for 'Uptown Funk' featuring Bruno Mars, while Ed Sheeran received Best British Album for his record 'x'.
- 10 Mar Marvin Gaye's estate wins copyright lawsuit against Pharrell and Robin Thicke: On March 10, 2015, a jury ruled that Pharrell Williams and Robin Thicke's song 'Blurred Lines' infringed on Marvin Gaye's copyright for 'Got to Give It Up.' The decision highlighted ongoing issues of copyright in the music industry. source: nytimes.com
- 18 Apr 30th Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction: The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted several legendary musicians, including Green Day, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Lou Reed, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble, Bill Withers, The '5' Royals, and Ringo Starr.
- 20 Apr 2015 Pulitzer Prize Awards: The 2015 Pulitzer Prize winners were announced on April 20, 2015. The awards recognized excellence in journalism, literature, and musical composition, honoring individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 21 Apr AC/DC Drummer Phil Rudd Pleads Guilty to Drug and Threat Charges: Phil Rudd, former drummer of rock band AC/DC, pleaded guilty in Tauranga to drug possession and threatening to kill charges, marking a legal setback for the musician.
- 05 May Chris Stapleton Releases Debut Album: Country music artist Chris Stapleton released his debut album 'Traveller', marking a significant moment in his musical career.
- 14 May B.B. King, blues legend, passes away: B.B. King, the legendary blues musician, passed away at the age of 89. He was known for his influential guitar playing and singing, leaving a lasting legacy in the music world. source: nytimes.com
- 15 May Blues legend B.B. King passes away: B.B. King, the iconic blues musician known for his expressive guitar playing and soulful voice, passed away at the age of 89. His influence on the music industry and his contributions to the blues genre have left a lasting legacy. source: npr.org
- 17 May Taylor Swift Dominates Billboard Music Awards: At the 2015 Billboard Music Awards, Taylor Swift achieved a remarkable feat by winning 8 awards, including the prestigious Top Artist award, solidifying her status as a leading pop music icon.
- 24 May Eurovision Song Contest 2015: The Eurovision Song Contest 2015 was held in Vienna, Austria, with Swedish entrant Måns Zelmerlöw winning the competition with his song 'Heroes', showcasing the event's continued cultural significance in Europe.
- 31 May US Music Chart Topper: The number one song in the United States was 'See You Again' by Wiz Khalifa featuring Charlie Puth, a popular track from the movie Furious 7.
- 06 Jun Lightning Strike at Rock am Ring Festival: A lightning strike at the Rock am Ring music festival at Mendig Air Base in Germany resulted in 33 injuries, causing chaos and disruption.
- 07 Jun 69th Tony Awards: The prestigious Tony Awards celebrate Broadway's finest performances at Radio City Music Hall. 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' wins Best Play, while 'Fun Home' is crowned Best Musical, highlighting the diversity and creativity of contemporary theater.
- 28 Aug US Music Chart Topper: The number 1 song in the United States on August 28, 2015, was 'Cheerleader' by OMI, representing the popular music landscape of the time.
- 30 Aug Kanye West Announces Presidential Run: Rapper Kanye West announced his intention to run for President in 2020 during the MTV Video Music Awards, creating significant media buzz.
- 22 Sep Copyright Ruling on 'Happy Birthday' Song: U.S. District Judge George H. King ruled that Warner/Chappell Music does not hold the copyright for the iconic 'Happy Birthday To You' song, potentially ending decades of royalty claims.
- 23 Oct Adele Returns with 'Hello': After a three-year hiatus, Grammy-winning artist Adele made a triumphant return to the music scene by releasing her single 'Hello' from her highly anticipated album '25'.
- 18 Dec Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip Movie Premiere: The fourth installment in the Alvin and the Chipmunks film franchise was released, continuing the animated musical comedy series.
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