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AC/DC Vs. Deep Purple
On January 25, 1975, a brawl was held between members of "AC/DC" and members of "Deep Purple" crew. How and where did it all happen? Stay...
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4 days ago2 min read
The Jimi Hendrix Experience - All Along the Watchtower
A Sneak Peek... And this time we have a riddle for you. What's the connection between the debut eponymous album " Bon Jovi " which we...
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5 days ago3 min read
Ozzy Osbourne - Bat Incident
On January 20, 1982, Ozzy Osbourne bites off the head of a bat that was thrown onto the stage during a performance at " Des Moines ",...
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5 days ago2 min read
The Byrds - Mr. Tambourine Man
A Sneak Peek... And this time, the song that became a huge hit not by its original writer and created a whole new musical genre. On...
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Jan 182 min read
Bad Company Formation
On January 18, 1973, "Bad Company" - one of the most esteemed and interesting lineups in Classic Rock, was formed. (Photo: Jim Summaria)...
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Jan 182 min read
AC/DC - Salt Lake City Tragedy
On January 18, 1991, a terrible tragedy occurred during the "AC/DC" performance at Salt Lake City . (Photo: Ultimate Classic Rock) In a...
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Jan 172 min read
Mötley Crüe Formation Day
ב- 17 לינואר 1981 הוקמה בלוס אנג'לס להקת Mötley Crüe. (Photo: Neal Preston) The band's foundation story begins on the day bassist Nikki...
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Jan 172 min read
The Day Jason Newsted Left Metallica
On January 17, 2001, bassist Jason Newsted left Metallica. (Photo: Nigel Wright, Getty Images) Newsted joined "Metallica" in the fall of...
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Jan 142 min read
Metallica - Gear Incident
On January 14, 1984 "Metallica" experienced a significant event that would influence the writing of the song "Fade to Black". The...
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Jan 81 min read
Rush Named Canada's Official Ambassadors of Music
On January 8, 1979, "Rush" received the official title "Ambassadors of Music" of Canada. (Photo: Fin Costello) The title "Ambassadors of...
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Jan 81 min read
Black Sabbath's Only Live Performance with Dave Walker
On January 8, 1978, singer and guitarist Dave Walker made his only live appearance as a singer for "Black Sabbath". (Photo: Green And...
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Jan 12 min read
Hear 'n Aid
On January 1, 1986, the album "Hear 'n Aid", which included a collaboration of 40 Hard Rock and Metal artists, was released. It is a...
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Dec 31, 20242 min read
Journey's First Performance 31.12.1973
On December 31, 1973, "Journey" made its first-ever stage appearance. (Photo: Journey's Debut Album inlay 1975) The original lineup of...
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Dec 31, 20242 min read
The Day Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham Joined Fleetwood Mac
On December 31, 1974, "Fleetwood Mac" made a decision that would alter the trajectory of their career and forever change the landscape of...
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Dec 31, 20242 min read
AC/DC's First Live Performance 31.12.1973
On December 31, 1973, "AC/DC" took the stage for the first time. (Photo: Philip Morris) The show was held at a small club called...
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Dec 25, 20243 min read
Iron Maiden Formation
Today, December 25, 1975, "Iron Maiden" was founded by Steve Harris, who was inspired by the 1939 film "The Man in the Iron Mask," which...
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Dec 23, 20242 min read
The Day Nikki Sixx Was Declared Dead For 2 Minutes
On December 23 1987, Nikki Sixx was pronounced dead for 2 minutes, after a heroin overdose. ( Photo: Markus Cuff ) For the story behind...
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Dec 21, 20242 min read
Iron Maiden - Live At The Rainbow
On December 21, 1980, this mythical "Iron Maiden" performance was held. A year later it was released as a videotape known as "Iron Maiden...
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Dec 21, 20241 min read
International Rush Day (21/12)
December 21st is the first official day of winter, but this day is also a very special day for the fans of "Rush". The number " 2112 " is...
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Dec 12, 20242 min read
The Doors - Last Show With Jim Morrison 12/12/70
On December 12, 1970, "The Doors" made its final show with Jim Morrison . (Photo: vueltaygiro.tumblr.com) The show took place at a time...
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Dec 12, 20242 min read
Ace Frehley - "Shock Me"
On December 12, 1976, "Kiss" guitarist Ace Frehley nearly died during a performance at the "Civic Center" in Lakeland, Florida, USA,...
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Dec 9, 20243 min read
Deep Purple - MKIII's First Show 9.12.1973
On December 9, 1973, "Deep Purple" made its first appearance in the MKIII line-up. (Photo: wordpress.com) The concert was held at the "KB...
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Dec 8, 20241 min read
Metallica - Freeze 'Em All: Live in Antarctica
"Metallica" has achieved a new Guinness World Records title after becoming the first musical act to play a concert on all seven of...
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Nov 28, 20242 min read
Elton John & John Lennon Live at Madison Square Garden
On November 28, 1974, John Lennon was hosted by Elton John on his show at Madison Square Garden. (Photo: Steve Morley) This surprising...
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Nov 26, 20242 min read
MTV Unplugged Debut
On November 26, 1989, the mythical show, which has given us so many magical musical moments over the years, "MTV Unplugged" was...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
The Sex Pistols - Anarchy In The UK
The day anarchy broke out !! On November 26, 1976, the first and revolutionary single from "The Sex Pistols" was released and its title...
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Nov 6, 20241 min read
Aerosmith 1st Gig
On November 6, 1970, "Aerosmith" took the stage for the first time as a band. (Photo: Aerosmith On Twitter) It happened at "Nipmuc...
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Oct 31, 20243 min read
Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody
On October 31, 1975, "Queen" released one of the greatest songs in the history of music - "Bohemian Rhapsody". (Photo: Still From...
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Oct 29, 20241 min read
The Big Four: Live from Sofia, Bulgaria
On October 29, 2010, the live show of the four monsters of metal was released on DVD. The DVD entitled "The Big Four: Live from Sofia,...
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Oct 28, 20242 min read
Metallica Was Born
The formidable and huge monster named Metallica was born on October 28, 1981, the day James Hetfield responded to an ad in the LA...
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Oct 26, 20242 min read
Bruce Dickinson 1st Show With Iron Maiden
October 26, 1981 is a historic day for "Iron Maiden". Today in 1981, Bruce Dickinson first appeared on stage with the band at the...
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Oct 25, 20244 min read
Led Zeppelin's First Gig - Surrrey 1968
On October 25, 1968, "The New Yardbirds" made their debut under the new name "Led Zeppelin". (Photo: Jimmy Page on Twitter) The...
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Oct 22, 20242 min read
Pearl Jam First Gig & MTV Unplugged Reissue
On October 22, 1990, "Pearl Jam" made its debut live show, then still under the name "Mookie Blaylock". (Photo: Karen Mason Blair) The...
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Oct 10, 20242 min read
Dave Grohl's First show with Nirvana
On October 11, 1990, Dave Grohl made his first appearance as the drummer of "Nirvana". (Photo: Thelegendsofmusic Instegram) The...
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Oct 3, 20241 min read
Queen - "We Are The Champions" Is Catchiest Song Ever
What is the catchiest song in the world? The one that gets stuck in your head more than any other song? Well, today in 2011 a group of...
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Oct 2, 20241 min read
Aerosmith Bailes Out Fans After Pot Arest
Recently, we use the phrase "mutual responsibility" occasionally. On October 3, 1978 "Aerosmith" proved to their fans what true "mutual...
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Sep 28, 20243 min read
Metallica - Monsters of Rock Moscow 1991
On September 28, 1991 "Metallica" performed in front of a crowd of 1.6 million people. (Photo: Reddit/Metallica) "The Monsters of Rock...
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Sep 26, 20242 min read
Bruce Dickinson Joins Iron Maiden
On September 26, 1981, "Iron Maiden" made the best decision of it's career, with recruiting Bruce Dickinson officially to the band....
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Sep 19, 20242 min read
Simon & Garfunkel - The Concert in Central Park
A Sneak Peek... On September 19, 1981, a historic reunion of the Simon & Garfunkel duo was held for a one-time free performance in...
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Sep 10, 20242 min read
Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" Released
On September 10, 1991, the song "Smells Like Teen Spirit" was released and in just four chords redefined the world of music and became...
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Sep 9, 20243 min read
Kurt Cobain - MTV Video Music Awards 1992
On September 9, 1992, the MTV Music Awards ceremony took place. Why is this an event important enough to address? Stay with us and find...
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Sep 8, 20242 min read
T. Rex - Children of the Revolution
The song "Children of the Revolution" from "T. Rex" was released on September 8, 1972, and is relevant today just as it was then. This is...
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Sep 2, 20242 min read
Neil Young & Pearl Jam - 1993 MTV Video Music Awards
On September 2, 1993 Neil Young & "Pearl Jam" an iconic live performances at the 1993 MTV Video Music Awards: (Photo: Jeff Kravitz)...
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Aug 15, 20243 min read
Woodstock 15-17.8.1969
On August 15, 1969, the mythical Woodstock Festival began, probably the most influential event in the history of music. 3 days of music,...
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Aug 11, 20243 min read
Led Zeppelin - Knebworth Festival 1979
On August 5 and 11, 1979, Led Zeppelin played their final British shows at the "Knebworth Festival". These shows stand as a milestone in...
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Aug 1, 20243 min read
Rush's Final Show
On August 1, 2015, "Rush" took the stage for the last time and made the last appearance of its glorious career. (Photo: Loudersound.com)...
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Aug 1, 20243 min read
MTV: Music Television First Aired
On August 1, 1981, the music channel MTV aired for the first time ever. After a countdown to the images from a rocket launch into space,...
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Jul 29, 20243 min read
The Day Neil Peart Joined Rush
On July 29, 1974, legendary drummer Neil Peart officially joined "Rush". (Photo: Fin Costello) Neil was born in Hagersville, Ontario...
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Jul 28, 20242 min read
The Day Joe Perry Quit Aerosmith
On July 28, 1979, Joe Perry, the iconic guitarist of "Aerosmith", abruptly left the band. (Photo: Richard Corkery) The tension within...
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Jul 21, 20243 min read
The Wall - Live In Berlin
On July 21, 1990, the show "The Wall" was held on the " Berlin Wall ". The grandiose and extravaganza show took place at " Potsdamer...
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