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 discuss 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 1965, Cait O’Riordan bassist with The Pogues.
Today in 1967, The Doors released their self-titled debut album “The Doors”.
Today in 1975, Elton John’s version of “Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds” went to number 1 in the US.
Died today in 1986, Phil Lynott songwriter, singer and bassist with Thin Lizzy aged 36.
Died today in 2002, Bill “Little Bo” Savich drummer with Johnny And The Hurricanes died aged 62.
Died today in 2011, Gerry Rafferty singer and songwriter with Stealers Wheel and solo aged 63.
Died today in 2018, Ray Thomas singer, songwriter and flautist with The Moody Blues aged 76.
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