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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 1923, singer, songwriter, harmonica player and guitarist Eddie Kirkland.
Died today in 1938, singer, songwriter and guitarist Robert Johnson aged 27.
Born today in 1945, Gary Loizzo guitarist and singer with The American Breed.
Born today in 1948, Barry Hay songwriter, flautist, guitarist and lead singer with Golden Earring.
Born today in 1949, Scott Asheton drummer with The Stooges
Born today in 1949, William "Sputnik" Spooner songwriter and guitarist with The Tubes.
Born today in 1957, Tim Farriss songwriter and guitarist with INXS.
Today in 1966, The Monkees released "Last Train To Clarksville".
Died today in 1977, songwriter, singer and guitarist Elvis Presley aged 42.
Today in 1979, "My Sharona" by The Knack was awarded a Gold record.
Died today in 2000, Alan Caddy songwriter and guitarist with The Tornados aged 60.
Died today in 2018 songwriter, singer and pianist Aretha Franklin aged 76.
