Notable Births 1945: Van Morrison, the legendary Irish singer and songwriter, was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland. 1945: Acclaimed violinist Itzhak Perlman was born in Tel Aviv, Israel. 1948: Scorpions guitarist and founder Rudolf Schenker was born in Hildesheim, Germany. 1970: Debbie Gibson, the singer, songwriter, and youngest artist to ever write, produce, and perform…
Today’s history highlights the birth of the King of Pop, a monumental farewell for the Fab Four, and a massive debut for a defining Britpop band. Notable Births 1920: Influential jazz saxophonist Charlie Parker was born in Kansas City, Kansas. 1924: Blues and jazz singer Dinah Washington was born. 1942: Sterling Morrison, guitarist and founding…
Notable Births 1925: Entertainer Donald O’Connor, known for his work in Singin’ in the Rain, was born. 1948: Daniel Seraphine, drummer with the band Chicago, was born. 1965: Shania Twain, the five-time Grammy-winning singer and only female artist to have three consecutive Diamond albums, was born. 1982: Grammy-winning singer and actress LeAnn Rimes was born.…
Today’s history brings the meeting of two rock juggernauts, a massive debut for the grunge movement, and a solemn anniversary for Texas blues. Notable Births 1953: Alex Lifeson, the legendary guitarist and co-founder of the rock band Rush, was born in Fernie, British Columbia. 1956: Glen Matlock, the original bass guitarist for the pioneering punk…
Today’s history brings us a massive release from the Fab Four, the climax of a legendary 90s rock rivalry, and the birthday of a Mexican music superstar. Notable Births 1966: Shirley Manson, the fierce Scottish lead singer of the alternative rock band Garbage, was born in Edinburgh. 1969: Adrian Young, the drummer for the highly…
Today’s history highlights massive classic rock and metal birthdays, the US debut of a piano-pop legend, and the release of an album that redefined modern R&B. Notable Births 1918: Iconic American composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts. 1949: Gene Simmons, the fire-breathing, blood-spitting bassist and co-founder of the legendary rock band…
Today’s history highlights a monumental milestone for a Motown prodigy, the birth of an electronic music pioneer, and the beginning of a rock masterpiece. Notable Births 1905: Blues musician Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup, a major influence on early rock and roll, was born in Forest, Mississippi. 1938: David Freiberg, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist for Quicksilver Messenger…
Notable Births 1862: Composer Achille-Claude Debussy was born. 1917: Legendary blues singer-songwriter and guitarist John Lee Hooker was born. 1961: Roland Orzabal, singer, songwriter, and co-founder of Tears for Fears, was born. 1963: American singer-songwriter Tori Amos was born. 1967: Layne Staley, the frontman of the grunge band Alice in Chains, was born. 1995: English…
Today’s history brings us the birth of a punk rock icon, massive sales milestones for the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, and a Broadway debut for a legendary vocalist. Notable Births 1893: Composer Marie-Juliette Olga Lili Boulanger was born. 1904: William “Count” Basie, the legendary American band leader and jazz composer, was born. 1938: Kenny…
Today’s history highlights legendary births across soul, hard rock, and heavy metal, plus a monumental stadium farewell. Notable Births 1942: Soul superstar, songwriter, and composer Isaac Hayes was born in Covington, Tennessee. 1948: Robert Plant, the legendary frontman and lead singer of Led Zeppelin, was born in West Bromwich, England. 1949: Phil Lynott, the charismatic…
Today’s history highlights a monumental day for the Fab Four, the debut of a late-night music television staple, and a reunion for one of rock’s most beloved bands. Notable Births 1881: Composer Georges Enesco was born. 1966: Grammy-winning country singer and songwriter Lee Ann Womack was born. 🎵 Major Events & Releases 1918: Irving Berlin’s…
Today’s history brings the birth of classical composers, a legendary debut for rock’s most famous drummer, and a massive milestone for a hair-metal classic. Notable Births 1750: Composer Antonio Salieri was born. 1849: Composer Benjamin Louis Paul Godard was born. 🎵 Major Events & Releases 1949: Ralph Flanagan and his orchestra recorded “You’re Breaking My…
Today’s history highlights a monumental jazz release, legendary festival closings, and a well-deserved star for a Latin rock icon. Notable Births 1686: Italian baroque composer Nicola Antonio Porpora was born. 1953: Kevin Rowland, frontman and co-founder of the pop rock band Dexys Midnight Runners, was born in Wednesfield, England. 1958: Belinda Carlisle, the co-founder and…
Today’s history highlights a major lineup change for the Fab Four, the tragic loss of rock and soul royalty, and another massive day of music at Woodstock. Notable Births 1929: Influential jazz pianist Bill Evans was born. 1958: Pop icon Madonna was born in Bay City, Michigan. 1972: Emily Robison, singer, songwriter, and founding member…
Today’s history highlights a bizarre payment method for an American rock band in the Soviet Union, an unbelievable ticket sales record, and a legendary music catalog acquisition. Notable Births 1810: Composer Samuel Sebastian Wesley was born. 1892: Composer Kaikhosru Shapurji Sorabji was born. 🎵 Major Events & Releases (On-This-Day) 1956: Bob Rickman, a DJ from…
Today’s history highlights groundbreaking country music milestones, major stage debuts for iconic rock bands, and the birth of a clarinet pioneer. Notable Births 1655 : Johann Christoph Denner, inventor of the clarinet, was born. 1879 : Composer John Ireland was born. 1930 : Don Ho, Hawaii’s best-known musician and singer (“Tiny Bubbles”), was born. 1948…
Today’s history highlights a major milestone for early recording technology, historic debuts from some of the biggest names in rock, and a look back at the origins of the Live Music Capital of the World. Notable Births 1949: Mark Knopfler, the co-founder, lead guitarist, and vocalist of the rock band Dire Straits, was born in…
Today’s history highlights a pioneering birth in the “Philadelphia Sound,” classic moments for The Beatles in America, and a rocky day for a country music legend. Notable Births 1943 (HistoryNet): Kenny Gamble, songwriter, record producer, and a pioneer of the “Philadelphia Sound,” was born. 🎵 Major Events & Releases (On-This-Day) 1941: Glenn Miller and his…
Today’s history highlights a major milestone for digital music, the debut of an early rock classic, and legal troubles for a few rock legends. Notable Births 1865: Composer Alexander Konstantinovich Glazunov was born. 1909 (HistoryNet): Leo Fender, the visionary inventor behind the first mass-produced electric guitar, was born. 1928 (HistoryNet): Singer, actor, TV host, and…
Today’s history highlights a record-breaking concert in Central Park, early rock ‘n’ roll antics at The Cavern Club, and major chart-topping milestones across genres. Notable Births 1925: Felice Bryant, influential songwriter who co-wrote hit songs for The Everly Brothers and Buddy Holly, was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 1942: B.J. Thomas, American pop, country, and gospel…
