On this day: January 19, 1957, 1977 and 1981

January 19 looks like a big day in music history, but it's a bigger day in American history. Historically speaking, at least for the 20th century, President's are inaugurated on January 20, so a huge celebration is held on January 19, often times with some of the biggest names in music preforming for the guests.

On January 19, 1957, Pat Boone, one of the biggest names in music at the time, helped to welcome President Eisenhower to office. Boone was not known for having the best voice in music, but he covered a lot of songs by black artists while still maintaining a squeaky clean image that was much more 'white friendly'.

On January 19, 1977, President Jimmy Carter was welcomed with many top celebrities including; Linda Ronstadt, Loretta Lynn, and Aretha Franklin. Their performances were aired on a special national TV show, one of the first times the American people could see the Inaugural Ball.

On January 19, 1981, former movie star and newly elected President Ronald Reagan was welcomed to the White House by musicians including; Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Charley Pride. The tradition of popular singers and songwriters welcoming the president continues to this day. Who will welcome our newest president in 2017?

Other notable events for January 19:
-A Bob Dylan concert held Jan. 19, 1974 in Miami Florida caused traffic jams reported to be the biggest since Woodstock
-The Beatles refused an offer of $30 million to reform on Jan. 19, 1976
-Michael Jackson receives his first gold record on Jan. 19, 1980 fir his record Off the Wall
-Phil Everly was born on this day in 1939