1969, The recording of "The Ballad Of John and Yoko" took place, with just two Beatles, Paul McCartney and John Lennon. Paul played bass, drums and piano with John on guitars and lead vocals. The song was banned from many radio stations as being blasphemous. On some stations, the word 'Christ' was edited in backwards to avoid the ban. 1969, Pink Floyd debuted a new … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – April 14
Pete Townshend
Today in Rock History – February 29th
1968, The Beatles Sgt. Pepper won album of the year, best cover and best-engineered and recorded album at the 10th annual Grammy Awards. Producers Johnny Rivers and Marc Gordon won for The 5th Dimension song for "Up, Up and Away," while Jimmy Webb won Song of the Year as it's composer. Bobbie Gentry took home a Grammy for Best New Artist. 1972, On the last date of an … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – February 29th
Unveiling Rock History: The Who’s Live at Leeds Concert at Leeds University
The Who's show at Leeds University - a seminal concert in rock history takes a larger than life role. Embark on a sonic journey through rock history as we delve into The Who's groundbreaking "Live at Leeds" concert, a defining moment that echoes through the ages. Join us in exploring the legendary performance at The Refractory, Leeds University on February 14, 1970 in Leeds, … [Read more...] about Unveiling Rock History: The Who’s Live at Leeds Concert at Leeds University
Today in Rock History – December 9
1966, Supergroup Cream released their debut studio album Fresh Cream in the UK. The power trio of Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce and Ginger Baker also released their second single "I Feel Free" on the same day. 1967, The Doors appeared at the New Haven Arena, New Haven, Connecticut. Before the show, a policeman found singer Jim Morrison making out with an 18 year-old girl in a … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – December 9
Today in Rock History – August 1
1964, "A Hard Day's Night" went to the top of the charts giving The Beatles their fifth US number one single in seven months. 1964, Billboard Magazine reported that the harmonica was making a comeback in a big way thanks to its use by Stevie Wonder, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and Bob Dylan. 1965, During a UK tour, The Rolling Stones appeared at the London Palladium … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – August 1