What Happened on April 18, 1975

Historical Events

Music Concert

John Lennon gives what becomes his final public performance at a gala salute to British media mogul Lew Grade at the Grand Ballroom of the Hilton Hotel, NYC; he performed 3 songs - Little Richard’s “Slippin’ and Slidin’”, Ben E. King’s “Stand By Me”, and closed with his own “Imagine”

Famous Deaths

  • Rob Touber [Noordervliet], Dutch television music and variety director, and record producer, dies of a heart attack at 38
Died in 1975 1975 Highlights

About April 18, 1975

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 49 years and 9 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Philadelphia Freedom - The Elton John Band
  • UK #1 Song: Bye Bye Baby - Bay City Rollers