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 1945, songwriter, guitarist and singer Bob Marley.
Born today in 1947, Alan Jones saxophonist with Amen Corner.
Born today in 1957, Simon Phillips songwriter and session drummer for many acts including Jeff Beck, Judas Priest, The Michael Schenker Group and Toto.
Born today in 1962, William “Axl” Rose songwriter and singer with Guns N’ Roses.
Today in 1982, The J Geils Band went to number 1 on the US singles chart with “Centerfold”.
Died today in 1998, Carl Wilson songwriter, guitarist and vocalist with The Beach Boys aged 51.
Died today in 2011, Gary Moore songwriter, singer and guitarist with Skid Row, Thin Lizzy, Colosseum II and solo aged 58.
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