50 years ago today (10/30/68), MC5 performed the first of two shows (Devils Night) at Detroit’s Grande Ballroom. These shows were recorded for their Kick Out the Jams debut album,
25 years ago today (10/26/93), 10,000 Maniacs released their live LP MTV Unplugged. Between the recording and release of the album, vocalist Natalie Merchant left the band to pursue a solo career. The single
One year ago today (10/24/17), Amerian rock pioneer Fats Domino died at age 89 at his home in Harvey, Louisiana after a long-term illness. Domino attracted national attention with his
25 years ago today (10/19/93). Pearl Jam released their second album Vs. After a relentless touring schedule in support of their 1991 debut album Ten, Pearl Jam headed into the studio
30 years ago today (10/18/88), Sonic Youth released Daydream Nation, their fifth full-length studio album by American alternative rock band Sonic Youth. The band recorded the album between July and August 1988
30 years ago today (10/17/88), Steve Earle released his third album Copperhead Road. The album is often referred to as Earle’s first “rock record” following his debut album 1986’s Guitar Town
Happy 71st birthday today to Bob Weir, whose musical accomplishments and resume need not be rehashed. Always the “kid” of the Grateful Dead, Bobby has turned 70 and has aged
28 years ago today (10/11/90), drummer Dave Grohl played his first gig with Nirvana when they appeared at the North Shore Surf Club in Olympia. Grohl would become Nirvana’s fifth and final
Happy 72nd birthday to John Prine who was born on 10/10/46. The legendary folk singer-songwriter kicked things off with his eponymous first LP in 1971 and has continued a storied
Happy 70th birthday today to Jackson Browne who turns 70 today. The prolific and pioneer of the classic California folk sound has sold over 18 million albums in the United
