The Sex Pistols’ Short-Lived Record Label Deal
The band had been dropped by EMI Records. The A&M label signed the Pistols with a PR stunt, and then…. Find out what happened and who profited.
Read MoreMarch 9, 1987: U2 Releases ‘The Joshua Tree’
U2’s fifth album is the one that boosted them to superstardom. Here’s the backstory, a famous “first” and details about its success
Read MoreMarch 8, 2016: George Martin Mourned By Music Greats
Paul, Ringo, Brian Wilson, Julian Lennon, Jeff Lynne, Alan Parsons, and many more paid tribute to the legendary producer, who died at age 90
Read MoreMarch 8, 1968: Fillmore East Opens
For some three years, New York City venue became known as “the church of rock,” presenting some of music’s greatest acts
Read MoreMar 7, 1970: Bridge Over Troubled Water LP Hits #1
If you’re going to end your collaboration, make an album as fine as Simon & Garfunkel’s final release. The Recording Academy agreed.
Read MoreMarch 6, 2016: Wife of Ex-Eagle Randy Meisner is Shot Dead
A gunshot to the head took the life of Lana Rae Meisner. The musician was cleared once authorities viewed interior surveillance footage
Read MoreMarch 6, 2000: Eric Clapton’s 3rd Rock Hall Induction
The artist and guitar god enjoys a unique and sole distinction among Rock Hall inductees. Many are two-time members; he’s the only one with 3
Read MoreMarch 5, 1982: Blues Brother John Belushi Dies
A lethal combination of drugs took the life of the comedy/musical legend. It’s hard to imagine he’s been dead far longer than he was alive
Read MoreMar 5, 2023: Gary Rossington, Last Remaining Founding Member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Dies
The guitarist had a history of heart issues. He returned to the stage in 2021 four months after successful surgery
Read MoreThe Beach Boys 4th of July Contest
1967 Sunshine tomorrow is the first-ever stereo mix of the group’s’ Wild Honey album and 54 sought-after 1967 rarities, with 2+ hours of unreleased live recordings, sessions and outtakes
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