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.
So kick back and enjoy Nechtan’s Today in Rock History playlist and see what new gems you discover.
Today in Rock History:
Born today in 1924, songwriter, singer, guitarist and harmonica player, Slim Harpo (James Moore).
Born today in 1942, Clarence Clemons saxophone player with Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band.
Born today in 1946, Tony Kaye (Anthony Selvidge) songwriter and keyboardist with many acts including Yes, Badger and Detective
Born today in 1948, Terry Williams, drummer with Love Sculpture, Man, Rockpile, Dire Straits and others.
Born today in 1951, Charlie Huhn songwriter, singer and guitarist with Ted Nugent and later versions of Foghat.
Today in 1964, “Louie Louie” by The Kingsmen went to number 1 on the US Cash Box music chart.
Today in 1966, Herman’s Hermits received a Gold record for their album “The Best of Herman’s Hermits”.
Died today in 2003, Michael “Mickey” Finn percussionist with T Rex aged 55.
Died today in 2005, Spencer Dryden drummer with Jefferson Airplane aged 66.
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