Posted in: Entertainment History, News | 1 Comment | Posted on February 13, 2022 by Mary Anne

1955 -
At the recommendation of R&B artist Lloyd Price, Richard Penniman, who is currently leading an ensemble called Little Richard and The Upsetters, sends a demo tape to Specialty Records founder Art Rupe. After some initial reluctance, Rupe will sign Penniman (Little Richard) to a contract that will pay the singer a half cent for every record sold.

2008 -
Little Richard got a standing ovation from a crowd of 2,400 at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville without playing a single note. The 75 year old Rock ‘n Roll pioneer was seated at the rear of the auditorium during a concert by The Temptations and The Four Tops when he was introduced by The Temp’s Otis Williams.