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  1. 60 years ago today, #NeilDiamond has his first Billboard chart success with the single "Cherry, Cherry," eventually peaking at No. 6.

  2. "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother" is a #ballad written by #BobbyScott and #BobRussell. Originally recorded by #KellyGordon in 1969, the song became a worldwide hit for #theHollies later that year and also a hit for #NeilDiamond in 1970. It has been recorded by many artists in subsequent years. The Hollies' version was re-released in 1988 and again was a major hit in the UK. Scott and Russell were introduced to each other by #JohnnyMercer, at a California nightclub.
    youtube.com/watch?v=1Yb06g917Sc

  3. On 27 Jun 2008: Glastonbury Festival in Pilton, England opens: Kings Of Leon, #JayZ, and The Verve headline; other performers include #LeonardCohen, #NeilDiamond, The Ting-Tings, Sinéad O'Connor, Gilbert O'Sullivan, #JoanBaez, Jimmy Cliff, Suzanne Vega, and Crowded House.