Today in Rock History is a music orientated segment where we would like to encourage readers to share their thoughts and tastes in music and discus the various aspects of any music topic. This post is not limited to rock music. You are encouraged to bring anything music related along that you would like to share, either by typing the name of a song and artist into the comments section or by sharing a youtube, vimeo, spotify or soundcloud link. If you are unsure how to add a link, simply write the name of the song and the composer and someone may very well do it for you.
Music is a huge part of peoples lives even if we aren’t all music enthusiasts. Music is all around us in advertising, background noise in shops and on the streets. It’s inescapable when you have teenagers but for most of us it is a huge part (if not a ritual) of our lives that we feel close to.
Today in Rock History:
Born today in 1929, singer, songwriter, harmonica player and guitarist Wilbert Harrison.
Born today in 1950, Chris Stein songwriter and guitarist with Blondie.
Today in 1959, Buddy Holly released what would be his last single prior to his death “It Doesn’t Matter Anymore”.
Today in 1968, Bob Dylan’s “Greatest Hits” album was certified gold.
Today in 1973, Bruce Springsteen released his first album “Greetings From Asbury Park, N.J.”
Today in 1979, The Blues Brothers’ album “Briefcase Full of Blues” went to number 1 in the US.
Today in 1991, Iron Maiden went to number 1 on the UK singles chart with “Bring Your Daughter To The Slaughter”
Died today in 1998, American singer and songwriter Salvatore “Sonny” Bono in a skiing accident aged 62
Died today in 2006, Alex St. Claire (Alexis Clair Snouffer) drummer and guitarist with Captain Beefheart aged 64.
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