Historical Events
Music History
Elvis Presley receives his draft notice to join the US Army for National Service
Famous Birthdays
- (Stephen William) "Billy" Bragg, English singer-songwriter ("Greetings To The New Brunette"; "Sexuality"; "California Stars"), born in Barking, Essex, England
- Anna Vissi, Greek-Cypriot singer, born in Pyla, Cyprus
- Arturs Maskats, Latvian classical composer and music director (Rainis Dailes Theatre; Latvian National Opera), born in Valmiera, Latvia
- Joyce Hyser, American actress, born in NYC, New York
- Mike Watt, American rock bassist (Firehose), born in Portsmouth, Virginia
- Pat Fish [Huntrods], British guitarist (The Jazz Butcher), born in London, England (d. 2021)
Famous Deaths
- Walter Page, American jazz double bassist, baritone saxophonist, tuba player, and bandleader (Blue Devils; Count Basie Orchestra), dies at 57
1957 Highlights
About December 20, 1957
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 4 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mary's Boy Child - Harry Belafonte
#1 Song: Mary's Boy Child - Harry Belafonte
