Rock History

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2011 – Gregg Allman of The Allman Brothers Band canceled a series of summer concerts on This Day in Rock! — 2011 – Gregg Allman of The Allman Brothers Band canceled a series of summer concerts on This Day in Rock! The 63 Year old Rock and Roll Hall of famer was [...]

2008 – The deep-voiced soul singer died August 10 after he was found — 2008 – The deep-voiced soul singer died August 10 after he was found unconscious at his Memphis residence. No autopsy was performed, but paperwork filed by Hayes’ family doctor, David [...]

2005 – A judge rules that legendary New York punk club CBGB does not have to pay — 2005 – A judge rules that legendary New York punk club CBGB does not have to pay its landlord $90,000 in back rent. The Bowery Residents’ Committee are attempting to [...]

2004 – L.A. Laker Rick Fox files for divorce from pop star and actress Vanessa — 2004 – L.A. Laker Rick Fox files for divorce from pop star and actress Vanessa Williams (“Save the Best for Last”). Be Sociable, Share! [...]

2002 – Guitarist Michael Houser, a founding member… — 2002 – Guitarist Michael Houser, a founding member of the Georgia-based jam band Widespread Panic, dies at his home in Athens from complications related to pancreatic cancer. He is 40. Be [...]

2001 – Martie Seidel of the Dixie Chicks is marrie… — 2001 – Martie Seidel of the Dixie Chicks is married to Ireland-based college professor Gareth Maguire while the two are on vacation in Kailua, Hawaii. Be Sociable, Share! [...]

2001 – Cyndi Thomson makes her Grand Ole Opry debu… — 2001 – Cyndi Thomson makes her Grand Ole Opry debut. The country newcomer performs acoustic versions of her hit, “What I Really Meant To Say,” and “I Always Liked That [...]

2000 – The recording industry asks Congress to repeal the “work for hire” amendment — 2000 – The recording industry asks Congress to repeal the “work for hire” amendment. Sheryl Crow and Don Henley had been among those artists complaining that the law prevented them [...]

1999 – It is announced that Oasis founding member … — 1999 – It is announced that Oasis founding member Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs has decided to leave the band. Less than three weeks later, Paul McGuigan, the Oasis bassist known as [...]

1997 – The Buffalo Club, Thompson Brothers, Kim Ri… — 1997 – The Buffalo Club, Thompson Brothers, Kim Richey, and James Bonamy lead a group of artists who perform at a Democratic Party hosted by Vice President Al Gore. The [...]

1996 – Tickets to the Pearl Jam concert at the University of Toledo go on sal — 1996 – Tickets to the Pearl Jam concert at the University of Toledo go on sale. However, because of an AT&T screwup, people who try to buy tickets by phone [...]

1995 – Tonight on the Late Show With David Letterman the musical guests are Van Halen. — 1995 – Tonight on the Late Show With David Letterman the musical guests are Van Halen. Be Sociable, Share! [...]

1995 – Bob Dylan releases his statement about the death of Jerry Garcia the day — 1995 – Bob Dylan releases his statement about the death of Jerry Garcia the day before. He says, “He’s the very spirit personified of whatever is Muddy River country at [...]

1995 – Jimmy Buffett serenades President Bill Clinton on his birthday. — 1995 – Jimmy Buffett serenades President Bill Clinton on his birthday. Afterward… Bill had a Cheeseburger and was reported to be in Paradise… More pickle please. Be Sociable, Share! [...]

1993 – Billy Joel is sued by songwriter Gary Zimmerman, who says Joel’s No. 3 — 1993 – Billy Joel is sued by songwriter Gary Zimmerman, who says Joel’s No. 3 “River of Dreams” sounds suspiciously like one of his own tunes. Zimmerman wants $10 million. Be [...]

1986 – No. 1 Chart Toppers Pop Hit: “Papa Don’t P… — 1986 – No. 1 Chart Toppers Pop Hit: “Papa Don’t Preach,” Madonna. Be Sociable, Share! [...]

1985 – After Paul McCartney advises him to invest in a music catalog, Michael — 1985 – After Paul McCartney advises him to invest in a music catalog, Michael Jackson buys ATV’s for $47.5 million. The catalog contains 251 Beatles songs written by Lennon and [...]

1982 – Appearing on Late Night With David Letterman are Frank Zappa and Moon — 1982 – Appearing on Late Night With David Letterman are Frank Zappa and Moon Unit Zappa. The two quickly recite “Valley Girl.” Be Sociable, Share! [...]

1976 – Elton John sells out his first Madison Square Garden show — 1976 – Elton John sells out his first Madison Square Garden show. Impressive… Most Impressive. Be Sociable, Share! [...]

1975 – CBS-TV summer variety show “Manhattan Tran… — 1975 – CBS-TV summer variety show “Manhattan Transfer” premieres. Be Sociable, Share! [...]

1966 – No. 1 Chart Toppers Pop Hit: “Summer in th… — 1966 – No. 1 Chart Toppers Pop Hit: “Summer in the City,” The Lovin’ Spoonful. The song is based on a poem by Mark Sebastian, whose brother John is singer [...]

1947 – Ian Anderson, lead singer of Jethro Tull, i… — 1947 – Ian Anderson, lead singer of Jethro Tull, is born in Edinburgh, Scotland. The group has two No. 1 pop albums: “Thick as a Brick” in 1972 and “A [...]

1928 – Eddie Fisher is born in Philadelphia. He ma… — 1928 – Eddie Fisher is born in Philadelphia. He marries Debbie Reynolds, Elizabeth Taylor and Connie Stevens. His biggest singles are the million-selling No. 1 songs “Oh! My Pa-Pa” and [...]

1909 – Leo Fender, founder of Fender Guitars, is b… — 1909 – Leo Fender, founder of Fender Guitars, is born. Clarence Leonidas Fender (August 10, 1909 – March 21, 1991), also known as Leo Fender, was an American inventor who founded [...]