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.
Feb 19, 2022: Gary Brooker, Leader of Procol Harum—Obituary
He was the singer, pianist and primary composer for the English rock band Procol Harum, best known for their 1967 hit, “A Whiter Shade of Pale”
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Remembering AC/DC’s Bon Scott, 1946-1980
The AC/DC singer remains atop or close to it on the honor roll of greatest hard rock singers ever. “Death by misadventure”
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Feb 18, 1990: Freddie Mercury—Last Public Appearance
His gaunt appearance, when Queen were honored at the Brit Awards, raised concerns. “We didn’t know what was wrong for a very long time”
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Feb 17, 1966: ‘Good Vibrations’ Recording Sessions Start
It’s among the greatest rock-pop songs ever made. We spoke to Brian Wilson about its creation and the recording sessions which began On This Day
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Feb 16, 2016: Don Felder Addresses Frey Grammy Tribute Snub
“I would have been honored but sadly I was not invited,” he wrote. Fans on social media responded to the former Eagle’s sadness
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Feb 16, 2020: Olivia Newton-John Makes Final Performance at Benefit Concert
Queen + Adam Lambert and Alice Cooper were also among the stars performing in Sydney to raise money for relief of the bushfires
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Feb 16, 1993: Bill Wyman Plays Faces Reunion
With Ronnie Lane ill and unable to attend, Rod Stewart was joined by Ronnie Wood, Ian McLagan, Kenney Jones and former Rolling Stone Bill Wyman on bass
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Feb 15, 1975: Linda Ronstadt Earns Only Number 1 Single
The Los Angeles-based singer earned 14 Top 20 singles in her career but only one chart topper. “You’re No Good” had been a modest hit for two other acts
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Feb 14, 1970: The Who Track ‘Live At Leeds’
Many classic rock fans consider this to be the greatest live concert album ever. Did you know it was recorded in a university dining hall?
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Feb 14, 2020: Elvis Costello, Humbled, Receives OBE
He was named an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for Services to Music. In typically biting fashion, he offered some self-deprecating remarks
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