On this day in 1978, veteran Memphis gospel-soul singer Solomon Burke made a rare disco-era entry into the soul chart with “Please Don’t Say Goodbye to Me.” It stayed on the chart for only four weeks, peaking at #91.

On this day in 1955, Fats Domino recorded “What’s Wrong” and “Poor Me” for the Imperial label in New Orleans.

On this day in 1967, “Groovin'” by Booker T. & The M.G.’s reached #21 on the pop singles chart.

Today’s show features music performed by Fats Domino and Booker T & The MGs

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