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.
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.
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March 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
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March 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
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March 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
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Mar 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.
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March 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
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March 6, 2000: Eric Clapton Gets 3rd Rock Hall Induction
The artist and guitar god enjoys a unique and sole distinction among the inductees. Many are two-time members; he’s the only one with three.
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March 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
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Mar 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.
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Remembering Valerie Carter, Singer with James Taylor and Others
She enjoyed a brief solo career but her mark was made as a backup singer on recordings and tours for dozens of classic rock acts
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