On this day in 1952, Big Mama Thornton recorded the original version of “Hound Dog” in Los Angeles for Peacock (#1612)

On this day in 1955, due to the number of pop hits which are remakes of black R&B records for white-only radio stations, Savoy Records announced that those wanting to record “cover” versions of their songs must obtain permission from the copyright office.

Today’s show features music performed by Big Mama Thornton and Pat Boone

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