Table of Contents
Today in Rock History is a music orientated segment where we would like to encourage readers to share their thoughts and tastes in music and discuss the various aspects of any music topic. This post is not limited to rock music. You are encouraged to bring anything music-related along that you would like to share, either by typing the name of a song and artist into the comments section or by sharing a youtube, Vimeo, Spotify or SoundCloud link. If you are unsure how to add a link, simply write the name of the song and the composer and someone may very well do it for you.
Music is a huge part of peoples lives even if we aren’t all music enthusiasts. Music is all around us in advertising, background noise in shops and on the streets. It’s inescapable when you have teenagers but for most of us, it is a huge part (if not a ritual) of our lives that we feel close to.
Today in Rock History is compiled by The Good Oil supporter Nechtan for your enjoyment.
Today in Rock History:
Born today in 1942, John “Jay” David drummer with Dr. Hook
Born today in 1942, John Gustafson songwriter, singer and bassist with several groups including Roxy Music, Ian Gillan Band, and Quatermass.
Born today in 1958, Chris Foreman songwriter and guitarist with Madness.
Born today in 1959, Rikki Rockett (Richard Ream) drummer with Poison.
Born today in 1961, The Edge (David Evans) songwriter and guitarist with U2.
Today in 1964, The Animals released "House of the Rising Sun" in the US.
Today in 1970,Creedence Clearwater Revival released "Looking Out My Back Door".
Today in 1974, Eric Clapton received a Gold record for "461 Ocean Boulevard".
Today in 1987, U2 went to number 1 on the US singles chart with “I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For”.
