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.
Aug. 13, 1975: Bruce Springsteen Bottom Line Showcase
With 10 amazing shows over five days at the intimate New York City showcase club, Springsteen proved himself hotter than the hype.
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Aug 13, 2017: Joe Walsh, Barnstorm Reunion
Walsh, Kenny Passarelli and Joe Vitale performed at their Colorado Music Hall of Fame induction concert that also honored Dan Fogelberg
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August 12, 1960: Pete Best Joins the Beatles
Much has been documented about how Ringo joined the band; find out how his predecessor became a member… and an ex-Beatle
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Aug 11, 2021: Two Tower of Power Alumni Deaths Within Days
Mike Finnigan was an accomplished session / touring musician on the Hammond B3 organ, for Jimi Hendrix, Crosby, Stills and Nash, and Bonnie Raitt. Bruce Conte joined the band in 1972.
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August 11, 1999: Kiss Gets Hollywood Star
The band’s thundering hard rock sound and theatrical outfits and stage show proved to be a winning combination that propelled them to become rock superstars
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August 10: Happy Birthday, Snoopy!
To this day, we never miss the animated TV specials A Charlie Brown Christmas, It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown and A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving
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Aug 9, 2023: Bob Dylan Leads Tributes to Robbie Robertson
The lead guitarist and songwriter was considered to be the pivotal engineer of the quintessential Americana band
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August 9, 1995: Jerry Garcia Dies at 53
The impact of the Grateful Dead guitarist, singer and songwriter remains pervasive in American popular culture years after his passing.
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Aug 8, 2022: Olivia Newton-John, Beloved Singer and ‘Grease’ Star, Dies
The hitmaker was first diagnosed with cancer in 1992. Her hits include “Physical,” “I Honestly Love You,” and “Let Me Be There”
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Aug. 8, 2017: Glen Campbell, Country-Pop Superstar, Dies
Following a long battle with Alzheimer’s, the masterful artist who transcended genre passed. His string of hits told only part of his remarkable story.
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