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50 years ago today, the late Chester Bennington was born on 3/20/76. As the lead singer for Linkin Park, his tremendous ability to move seamlessly between melodic vulnerability and explosive screaming helped define the sound of early 2000s alternative metal. Bennington joined Linkin Park in 1999, and everything changed with…

50 years ago today (3/19/26), The Doobie Brothers released Takin’ It to the Streets – their sixth studio album and their first with Michael McDonald. Before the release, the Doobies were renowned for their laid-back, guitar-driven sound, fulfilled by songs like “China Grove,” “Black Water,” and “Long Train Running.” McDonald…

Happy 60th birthday to Jerry Cantrell, born March 18, 1966. As guitarist, co-lead vocalist, and primary songwriter for Alice in Chains, Cantrell helped shape one of the most influential catalogs of the Seattle grunge era, from Facelift and Dirt to the Sap and Jar of Flies EPs. After the loss…

40 years ago today (3/17/86), Hüsker Dü released their major-label debut (Warner Bros.) Candy Apple Grey. It marked the trio’s first release on a major label (Warner Bros.) after a pivotal un of influential records on the indie label SST. Compared with the raw sound of earlier Hüsker Dü records,…

Happy 75th birthday to the leader of Asleep at the Wheel – Ray Benson (born 3/16/51). This ambassador of Western swing and country has built an impressive resume in Texas. With nine Grammy Awards since Asleep at the Wheel’s 1970 inception, the outfit has released over 20 albums and has…

Happy 70th birthday to Steve Harris, born March 12, 1956. As the driving force behind Iron Maiden since forming the band in 1975, Harris remains its only constant member and, along with guitarist Dave Murray, the only musician to appear on every Iron Maiden album. Through Harris’ vision and leadership,…

60 years ago today (3/11/66), Love released their self-titled debut album. This debut remains one of the earliest and most distinctive records to emerge from Los Angeles’ mid-60s rock explosion. Led by the enigmatic Arthur Lee, the record blended garage rock aggression, folk-rock melody, and the first hints of psychedelia…

55 years ago today (3/9/71), Alice Cooper released the loud, brash breakthrough album Love It to Death. At the time, Alice Cooper was very much a true band rather than just the persona of its frontman. Alongside singer Alice Cooper, the group’s lineup—Glen Buxton, Neil Smith, Michael Bruce, and Dennis…

Happy 80th birthday to David Gilmour, born March 6, 1946. As the former lead guitarist and co-lead vocalist of Pink Floyd, Gilmour built a towering legacy defined by his unmistakable tone and some of the most recognizable guitar solos in rock history. His melodic phrasing, expressive bends, and atmospheric sound…

40 years ago today (3/5/86), Steve Earle released his debut solo studio album Guitar Town. The debut was recorded quickly and efficiently, capturing a raw immediacy that set it apart from the polished country records dominating radio at the time. Earle’s sharp songwriting and road-hardened voice gave the record an…