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:
Born today in 1951, Kevin Cronin singer, songwriter and guitarist with REO Speedwagon.
Born today in 1954, David Hidalgo songwriter, singer and multi-instrumentalist with Los Lobo and a considerable amount of session/guest work.
Today in 1973, Cher went to number 1 in the US with "Half-Breed".
Died today in 1978, singer and songwriter Johnny O'Keefe aged 43.
Today in 1979, Eagles released "Heartache Tonight".
Today in 1984, David Bowie went to number 1 on the UK album chart with “Tonight”.
Died today in 2019, Ginger Baker songwriter and drummer with several groups including Cream.
Died today in 2020, Eddie Van Halen songwriter and guitarist with Van Halen.
