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.
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,
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.
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
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
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
80 years ago today (3/4/46), Frank Sinatra released his debut album, The Voice of Frank Sinatra. Originally issued as a set of four 78 rpm records—collecting eight songs that had
40 years ago today (3/3/86), Metallica unleashed their third album, Master of Puppets—the record that pushed them from underground heroes to global metal heavyweights. It was their first release on
30 years ago today (2/27/96), Bad Religion released their ninth full-length studio album, The Gray Race. This is the first Bad Religion album to feature Brian Baker on guitar, replacing Brett
Ten years ago today (2/26/16), Lucy Dacus released her debut album No Burden. Dacus set the blueprint for her candid, songwriting style, writing with a cool, observant clarity — songs
