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.
August 16, 1977: Elvis Presley Dies at 42
The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll had given up recording music, preferring to tour or stay in Vegas. To many who saw his performances it appeared he was in trouble
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Remembering Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul
She was one of the most beloved American artists of the past 60 years, gifting us with dozens of hits, and earning every award imaginable
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50 Years Ago: The Ramones Play First Concert
The Ramones epitomized a back-to-the-basics sound that became known as punk rock. Although they never achieved mainstream success, the group is now revered.
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August 15, 1965: The Beatles Shea Stadium Concert
How much of an impact did Beatlemania have? In 1964, they sold out Carnegie Hall’s 2800 seats. A year later, they drew 55,000 to the Mets ballpark
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August 14, 1958: Gladys Presley, Elvis’ Mother, Dies
They were as close as mother and son could be. When she died, he said: “She’s all I ever lived for. She was always my best girl.”
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Aug 14, 2016: Ringo Starr is a Great-Grandfather!
The classic rock legend became the first Beatle great-grandfather as son Zak became a grandfather!
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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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