September 8, 1954: Alan Freed Debuts in NYC
He gave the black music he played on the radio in the early 1950s the name rock ‘n’ roll, and after moving to New York’s WINS became its biggest champion. Then the payola scandal happened…
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September 7, 2003: Warren Zevon Dies
One of the greatest classic rock singer-songwriters, he left a legacy of distinctive songs admired by many peers and died with dignity and grace.
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Sept 6, 2018: Burt Reynolds, Movie Superstar, Dies
The actor combined tough guy acting chops with a devilish smile and a wise-cracking sense of humor, with a movie stars good looks
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Sept 6, 2002: Doors Reunion Tour Begins
When original Doors keyboard player Ray Manzarek and guitarist Robbie Krieger form the Doors of the 21st Century, a number of lawsuits soon follow.
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Sept 5, 1998: Aerosmith Scores First #1 Pop Hit
It was a quarter century into a career that saw the group enjoy two stretches as a superstar rock band that they finally topped the pop chart
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Sept 5, 2015: Taylor Hawkins Sings ‘Under Pressure’ With ‘Super-Duper Group’
The Foo Fighters marked what would have been the 69th birthday of Freddie Mercury, joined by guests from Queen and Led Zeppelin
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Sep 4, 2023: Gary Wright, Spooky Tooth Leader and ‘Dream Weaver’ Hitmaker, Dies
The American musician first experienced success as an expat with a British band before returning home and enjoying two huge hits.
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Sept 4: Rolling Stones Song and ‘Mack the Knife’ Banned By Radio
Banning a song on the radio can often work in its favor. And it certainly didn’t hurt “Mack The Knife” or “Street Fighting Man”
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Sept 3, 2017: Walter Becker, Steely Dan Co-Founder, Dies
The co-founder and core member of one of the most popular American bands of the past 40+ years passed from esophageal cancer
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September 3, 1982: US Festival Premieres
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak recruited rock promoter Bill Graham to book the talent including Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, Fleetwood Mac, Santana, and many more
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