March 13 is a significant date in Top 40 history, marked by memorable performances and milestone events. Cher made waves by hitting the charts at 53, while NSYNC reunited with Justin Timberlake for a thrilling one-night concert. Mariah Carey also joined in, creating a COVID-19 video stressing the importance of handwashing.
Breakthrough Hits and Milestones
Several major music events took place on this day:
– 1995: Radiohead released their second album, *The Bends*, which influenced bands like Keane and Coldplay. It ranks on Rolling Stone’s list of The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.
– 1999: Cher’s hit song topped the Billboard Hot 100 for four weeks, becoming a global sensation.
– 2006: Placebo launched their fifth album, *Meds*, which charted at No. 180 on the US Billboard 200 and reached No. 7 in the UK.
– 2015: Marina Diamandis released *Froot*, her third album, debuting at No. 8 on the Billboard 200, marking her first top 10 album in the US.
– 2020: Niall Horan released his second album, *Heartbreak Weather*, which debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 and hit No. 1 in the UK.
– 2024: The OUTLOUD Music Festival announced its lineup, featuring Kylie Minogue, Janelle Monáe, and Diplo, set for June in West Hollywood to celebrate Pride Month.
Cultural Milestones
This day also celebrates notable birthdays and events:
– 1960: Adam Clayton, bassist for U2, was born. He’s a 22-time GRAMMY winner and a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee.
– 1965: The Beatles’ song started a two-week run at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking their seventh US number one. Despite its success, they never performed it live.
– 1965: Eric Clapton left the Yardbirds over musical differences, unhappy with their shift to a more commercial sound.
