Thin Lizzy's guitarist collapsed; Ray Charles was attacked by a member of his audience; "Brimful of Asha" was No. 1 in the U.K.; 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' hit the top of the charts, and 'Jagged Little Pill' won Album of the Year Today in Music History.

Chubby Checker notched another No. 1 single, Gloria Gaynor earned a Grammy for Best Disco Record (a category that would not survive), James Brown went free, Ray Charles had a No. 1 album, Pink Floyd recorded their first single, and Paul Humphreys was born, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from BRIT Award nominees would you like to hear?

With a little help from his Sinners co-star Miles Caton, the near-nonagenarian legend gives the Tiny Desk a history lesson in the blues.

Ber heads to the Chart Show Hall of Fame at "Good, Real.” Ber now has five songs in the Chart Show Hall of Fame.

Erykah Badu and Johnny Cash were born, Sales of the 45 RPM single outpaced the 78 for the first time, Nancy Sinatra sang about some aggressive boots, Michael Jackson had a No. 1 album with 'Thriller', and Tina Turner won big, Today in Music History.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs about seizing the day or living in the moment would you like to hear?  

The shortlist also includes a 1990s pop diva, heavy metal pioneers and a legendary R&B singer and producer.

Big Turn Music Fest fills the city of Red Wing with music on Friday, Feb. 20, and Saturday, Feb. 21. The wide-ranging festival features rock bands, singer-songwriters, hip-hop acts, big bands and more.

Van Halen's 'Jump' hit No. 1; Buddy Holly had his first hit; Stevie Wonder was honored by President Barack Obama; the youngest Beatle was born; and Frank Sinatra performed his final concert, Today in Music History.