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.

April 18, 2020: McCartney, Stones Perform on ‘One World’ Special

The program, curated by Lady Gaga, celebrated and supported frontline healthcare workers. Elton John and Stevie Wonder also performed

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April 17, 1983: Mountain’s Felix Pappalardi Killed by Wife

After producing Disraeli Gears and others, he became the bassist for one of rock’s first hard rock bands. But then his wife caught him with a younger woman

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Apr 16, 2021: Mike Mitchell, Guitarist on the Kingsmen’s ‘Louie Louie,’ Dies

He was the only surviving member to continue with the group since their start. The lyrics to the garage rock band’s hit single were investigated by the FBI

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April 16, 1965: Soupy Sales, Hollies and…Hendrix?

If you were a kid in New York at Easter time in 1965, for a few bucks you could see a dozen rock ‘n’ roll acts and a top TV host. Now that’s a bargain!

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Apr 15, 2018: ‘Full Metal Jacket’ Drill Instructor R. Lee Ermey Dies

The real-life U.S. Marine Corps veteran’s performance was so realistic, film audiences didn’t realize he wasn’t an established actor

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April 14, 2021: Rusty Young, Poco Legend, Dies at 75

The founding member of the seminal country-rock band was one of the most influential steel guitar players in rock history

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The Inspiration For Bob Dylan’s ‘Mr. Tambourine Man’

The consummate session musician not only played on several of Dylan’s greatest tunes but inspired one that defined its era

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April 13, 1974: McCartney’s ‘Band on the Run’ Hits #1

Despite encountering several hurdles, Wings—Paul, Linda and Denny Laine—turned out an absolute classic that produced some of Macca’s best-loved songs.

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Remembering Gilbert Gottfried, Comic Known For Sharp Wit and Even Sharper Voice

He began doing stand-up at age 15 at open mike nights in New York City and soon earned many significant TV, film, and voiceover roles

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When Peter Green Quit Fleetwood Mac

They started out as a British blues band and were on the verge of success when their co-founder announced he was getting out.

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