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.
Jan 5, 2004: Ray Davies Shot in New Orleans
The Kinks’ singer and a female companion were approached by two men who grabbed the woman’s pocketbook and fled. Davies chased after them and was shot.
Read MoreJan 4, 2021: The Bizarre Announcement of the Death of ‘Bond Girl’ Tanya Roberts
News of the A View to a Kill actress’ passing began circulating one day earlier when her publicist prematurely announced her death
Read MoreJan. 4, 2016: Bee Gees, Cream Manager Robert Stigwood Dies
The legendary exec guided the careers of several stars and later formed a record label, RSO. He produced two of the ’70s biggest movie musicals
Read MoreJan 4, 1970: Keith Moon Accidentally Kills His Driver
Confronted by threatening skinheads after a night of drinking, The Who drummer tries to protect his friends
Read MoreCelebrating George Martin on His Birthday
The producer often referred to as the “Fifth Beatle” was born on January 3, 1926. He died on March 8, 2016 at age 90
Read MoreRemembering Gerry Marsden, Who Led the Pacemakers During the British Invasion
The Liverpool group, who shared the Beatles’ manager and producer, scored hits like “How Do You Do It?” and “Ferry ‘Cross the Mersey”
Read MoreJanuary 3, 1967: Carl Wilson Drafted But Objects
The Beach Boy was indicted, arrested and faced serious charges, jail and more in his battle with the government over serving in the military
Read MoreJanuary 2, 1979: Sid Vicious Murder Trial Begins
The Sex Pistols bassist had been arrested for allegedly stabbing girlfriend Nancy Spungen but one month after the trial started, it came to a shocking end
Read MoreJan 1, 1972: Three Dog Night Play Roses Parade
The group were at the top of their game when they became the first rock band to ride a float at the annual Tournament of Roses parade
Read MoreJan 1, 2019: Neil Young’s Ex-Wife & Bridge School Founder, Pegi Young, Dies
Inspired by their special needs son, she co-founded The Bridge School. Its annual concert attracted a Who’s Who of rockers
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