On This Day
We take you back into classic rock’s history and legacy to note important events that happened on this date as well as celebrate the birthdays of major musical artists and mourn their passing.
Apr 2, 2019: Marvin Gaye Stamp Issued on 80th Birthday
The U.S.P.S. called the ”Prince of Soul” “one of the most influential music performers of his generation.” The legend was shot and killed on April 1, 1984
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April 2, 1977: Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Rumours’ Hits #1
After years as a highly respected English blues band, they made some changes and went pop. Soon, they owned the top of the chart.
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April 1, 1984: Marvin Gaye Killed By His Father
Few stories in popular music history are more shocking. On This Day, after numerous arguments, the soul legend’s father shot his own son dead
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Mar. 31, 1958: Chuck Berry’s ‘Johnny B. Goode’ Released
He “could play a guitar just like a-ringin’ a bell” but he was no country boy. How one of the great rock ‘n’ roll anthems came to be.
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March 30, 1967: ‘Sgt. Pepper’ Photo Shoot
Paul McCartney had an idea for the Beatles’ next album cover. He explained it to the artist and photographer and they went to work.
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March 29, 2016: Beloved Actress Patty Duke Dies
An icon of America’s baby boomer teenage years as star of The Patty Duke Show passed away after a rich, full life of acting, awards and activism
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March 29, 2016: Andy ‘Thunderclap’ Newman Dies
The pianist in the group that bore his name and recorded the indelible 1960s anthem “Something in the Air” was a protege of Pete Townshend
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March 27, 1979: Eric Clapton Marries Pattie Boyd
“I’d rather she was with him than some dope.” That was George Harrison’s response when asked how he felt about his ex-wife marrying his friend
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March 26, 1971: Rolling Stones Tongue Logo Debuts
When graphic artist John Pasche was asked by Mick Jagger to create artwork for the band, he had no idea he’d create the most famous logo in rock history.
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March 25, 1967: The Who & Cream Make U.S. Debut
Amidst the many bands playing at a New York concert hosted by DJ Murray the K were two that were new to American audiences
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