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.
When the Beach Boys Jammed With the Grateful Dead
“Another famous California group,” said Jerry Garcia at Fillmore East, and out strolled a band no one ever expected to see sharing the Dead’s stage.
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When Led Zeppelin Debuted ‘Whole Lotta Love’… At a Concert
They were still a new band when they came to San Francisco and broke out a chugging, psychedelic jam that would become a rock classic.
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April 25, 1994: Eagles Begin ‘Hell Freezes Over’
When the California megastars broke up in 1980, Don Henley said they’d reunite “when Hell freezes over.” In 1994, they knew what to call their new album.
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Apr 25, 2022: Susan Jacks of The Poppy Family (‘Which Way You Goin’ Billy’) Dies
Their recording of “Which Way You Goin’ Billy?,” written and produced by her husband, Terry Jacks, was a significant 1970 hit in the U.S. and U.K.
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When Lennon and McCartney Almost Went on ‘SNL’
Two old friends were sitting around watching TV when the show’s producer jokingly offered them money to perform. They were literally just blocks away
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April 24, 2016: Billy Paul, Soul Singer of ‘Me and Mrs. Jones,’ Dies
He earned a Grammy Award with his 1972 crossover smash and was part of the hugely successful Philadelphia International roster
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Apr 24, 2020: Harold Reid, Statler Brothers Singer Known for Bass Vocal, Dies
The singing group are best known for their 1965 hit, “Flowers on the Wall.” They were the backup voices for Johnny Cash on stage, record and TV
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April 23, 1971: The Rolling Stones Release ‘Sticky Fingers’
Their first album on their own label, first to use the famous logo, first to fully feature Mick Taylor—and one of their best.
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Apr 23, 2020: Rolling Stones Release New Classic, ‘Living in a Ghost Town’
The surprise release came at a time when the group were expected to be getting ready for the 2020 edition of their No Filter tour
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The Troggs’ Garage-Rock Classic ‘Wild Thing’
From its bent, distorted, shocking opening note to the ocarina solo to Reg Presley’s distinctive snarling vocal, it was one of the cornerstones of garage-rock.
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