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.
Remembering Beloved Actress (and Singer) Patty Duke
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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The Eric Clapton – Pattie Boyd Wedding
“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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How the Rolling Stones Tongue Logo Came To Be
When graphic artist John Pasche was asked to create artwork for the band, he had no idea he’d create the most famous logo in rock history
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Tributes For Foo Fighters’ Drummer, Taylor Hawkins, in 2022
The band was on tour in South America and had a performance scheduled in Colombia.
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Mar 25, 1967: The Who, Cream Make U.S. Debut on Same Bill
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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Mar 24, 2018: McCartney Pays Tribute to Lennon at Rally
He attended a New York City March For Our Lives rally, not far from where Lennon was shot in front of his residence in 1980
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When Elvis Was Inducted Into the US Army
When the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll was called upon to serve his country, he went with a smile. On this date, he became Private Elvis Presley.
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When Billy Joel Married His ‘Uptown Girl’
She had no idea who the piano player was. He knew who she was though. In fact, they’d met before. Now he wanted to make her his ‘Uptown Girl.’
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Mar 22, 2020: Eric Weissberg, ‘Dueling Banjos’ Musician—Obituary
The 1973 instrumental hit, which actually featured guitar and banjo, became popular when it was included in a key scene in the harrowing film ‘Deliverance.’
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