“The Kinks” Band members (L-R) John Dalton, John Gosling, Mick Avory, Dave Davies, Ray Davies.

John Gosling (February 6, 1948 – August 4, 2023)

Gosling joined The Kinks in 1970, after a successful audition
of the band’s song "Lol.” "He was replaced by Gordon
Edwards in 1978.

In 1994, Gosling founded The Kast Off Kinks, alongside former
band members Mick Avory, Jim Rodford and John Dalton. He
retired in 2008.

TIM MAGUIRE

Neil Alden Armstrong (August 5, 1930 – August 25, 2012)

Ringo Starr (Sir Richard Starkey) is 82 years old today. 

Musician, songwriter and actor Ringo Starr achieved international
fame as the drummer for The Beatles along with members John
Lennon, Paul McCartney and George Harrison. They are regarded
as the most influential band of all time.

Benjamin David Goodman (May 30, 1909 – June 13, 1986)

Benny Goodman was an clarinetist and bandleader who’s bands
started the careers of many jazz musicians.

Despite health problems, he continued to perform, his last concert
being six days before his death. Goodman died on June 13, 1986,
from a heart attack while taking a nap at his apartment in Manhattan House.     

TIM MAGUIRE

GREASE officially opened on Broadway at the
Broadhurst on June 7th, 1972. The show starred
Barry Bostwick as Danny and Carole Demas as
Sandy.