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Today in Rock History
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Here is a look at today, February 22nd, in Rock History.
On this day in 1968 Genesis released their first single 'The Silent Sun.' They wanted to impress their producer with the song and succeeded. They were soon signed and began recording their debut album ‘From Genesis to Revelation.’
Today in 1978 all members of The Police dyed their hair blonde and filmed a Wrigley's Spearmint Chewing Gum commercial. Although the commercial was shot, it was shelved and never aired.
It was on this day in 1963 when The Beatles’ Music Publishing Company ‘Northern Songs’ was formed. Shares of the company were later sold to ATV without The Beatles’ knowledge and Northern Songs was eventually purchased by Michael Jackson.
Here is a look at today, February 23rd, in Rock History .
On this day in 1979 Dire Straits kicked off their first North American tour at the Paradise Club in Boston. The group played 51 sold-out shows in 38 days, and did over 300 interviews. While on tour their single "Sultans of Swing" reached number 4 on the US charts and 8 in the UK.
Today in 1978 The Eagles received the Grammy Award for Record of the Year for "Hotel California." The song was inducted into the Grammy Hall Of Fame in 2003.
On this day in 1980 Queen’s tribute to Elvis Presley – the Freddie Mercury-penned "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" – reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The single was featured on their album "The Game," then appeared again on their 1981 "Greatest Hits" compilation album.
Here is a look at today, February 24th, in Rock History .
After a nearly two-year hiatus since Houses of the Holy, Led Zeppelin released their 6th studio album Physical Graffiti on this day in 1975. It was released as a double album and was certified 16 times platinum.
On this day in 1969 The Jimi Hendrix Experience played their last ever-British performance when they appeared at the Royal Albert Hall in London. The band dissolved shortly after, as their relationship was deteriorating and Hendrix felt the trio format was hindering his musical development.
Paul Jones, the former lead vocalist and harmonica player for Manfred Mann, was born today in 1942 in Portsmouth England.
Here is a look at today, February 25th, in Rock History .
Today in 1984, 'Jump', by Van Halen started a five-week run at number 1 on the US Billboard singles chart. It was the groups only single to reach the number one spot.
On this day in 1998 Bob Dylan won three Grammys, including Album of the Year for Time Out of Mind. While Dylan performed ‘Love Sick’ at the ceremony, a performer hired to stand in with background dancers onstage, ran up next to Dylan and started dancing with the words "soy bomb" painted across his chest.
It was on this day in 2002 that Billy Joel was named MusiCares ‘Person of the Year’ for his professional and philanthropic accomplishments.
Here is a look at today, February 26th, in Rock History .
Today in 1965 Guitarist Jimmy Page released his first solo single called 'She Just Satisfies' in the UK. He would later go on to join the Yardbirds before forming the legendary band, Led Zeppelin.
The Rolling Stones released "19th Nervous Breakdown" on this day in 1966. The song was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards during their 1965 US tour. It became their 9th hit single, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US.
Journey keyboardist Jonathan Cain was born today in 1950 in Chicago Illinois. He replaced Gregg Rolie and joined the band in 1980, aiding Journey’s rise to the top of the charts with his collaborations on the ‘Escape’ album with songs such as "Don’t Stop Believin’" and "Faithfully."
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