On this date in 1972, ALBERT HAMMOND released the single IT NEVER RAINS IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, a song that would become his signature hit and a testament to the struggles of aspiring entertainers in Hollywood (Sep 22, 1972) Co-written with Mike Hazlewood, the track emerged from Hammond's personal experiences of hardship and perseverance in the music industry. The song's genesis can be traced back to London, where Hammond and Hazlewood penned the lyrics before their move to Los Angeles. Hammond