Have YOU heard about the explosive event that rocked South America on this day? We'll uncover the fiery details in our final segment. But first...
On February 19, 1878, Thomas Edison was granted a patent for his cylinder phonograph. This invention allowed people to record and reproduce sound for the first time, revolutionizing the way we experience music and communication. Imagine the amazement of hearing a recorded voice for the first time!
Today, we celebrate National Lash Day, a day dedicated to appreciating the beauty and significance of eyelashes. Whether they're natural or enhanced, lashes play a crucial role in protecting our eyes and expressing emotions. So, give your lashes some love today! COURTESY OF NATIONAL DAY CALENDAR DOT COM
In 842 AD, the Medieval Iconoclastic Controversy concluded as a council in Constantinople formally reinstated the veneration of icons in churches. This decision ended a significant dispute within the Byzantine Empire over the use of religious images, shaping the future of Christian worship practices.
On February 19, 1981, former Beatle George Harrison was found to have "subconsciously plagiarized" the song "He's So Fine" by The Chiffons in his hit "My Sweet Lord." He was ordered to pay $587,000 in damages, highlighting the complexities of musical inspiration and originality.
On this day in 1600, the Peruvian stratovolcano Huaynaputina (hoo-why-nah-pah-tina) erupted in the most violent explosion in South American recorded history. The eruption had significant climatic effects, leading to a global temperature decrease and causing famines in Russia due to crop failures.
On February 19, 2005, the #1 song on the Billboard Hot 100 was "Let Me Love You" by Mario. This smooth R&B track dominated the charts and became one of the best-selling singles of the year.
⏰ Timestamps:
00:12 The Phonograph's Debut
00:33 National Lash Day
01:01 Iconoclastic Controversy Ends
01:26 Musical Legal Battle
01:49 Eruption of Huaynaputina
02:08 February 19, 2005, the #1 song
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Troy W. Hudson
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Troy W. Hudson is an American Voice Over Artist, Character Voice Actor, Video Host and Storyteller CELEBRATING 40+ years of professional experience in multimedia production. I deliver high quality professional voice overs and on camera presentations. I voice and produce commercials, narrations, elearning, explainers, children's storytelling, telephony and a lot more. I've produced over 80 audiobooks along with a wide range of character voices for games, escape rooms and phone messages. 💚 🎤
