UK pirate station Radio Caroline was re-launched from a new ship 'The Ross Revenge'.
Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted made his first live appearance with EchoBrain.
A life-size bronze statue designed by Paul Daly of Phil Lynott was unveiled on Harry Street in Dublin. The ceremony was attended by his former Thin Lizzy band members Gary Moore, Brian Robertson and Scott Gorham.
Born on August 19th, 2008
Gary Chapman - US singer, songwriter, TV presenter John Deacon - UK bassist, songwriter; Queen Stuart Laughton - Canadian trumpeter; Canadian Brass
Dead on August 19th, 2008
Dorsey Burnette (46) - Rockabilly singer, bass, guitar; the brother of Johnny Burnette and a member of the Johnny Burnette Trio/ solo (heart attack). Betty Everett (61) - American soul / R&B singer; From the 1980s until her death, she was involved in the Rhythm & Blues Foundation and the churches of the Fountain of Life and New Covenant. (heart attack). Yolanda "LaLa" Brown - American R&B singer (shot)
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