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The Rock History Report for July 30th
1987 - David Bowie played the first date of his Glass Spider tour in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The Rock History Report for July 29th
1963 - Peter, Paul and Mary released "Blowin' In The Wind,” a cover of the Bob Dylan classic.
Rock n' Roll Myths: Mama Cass Choked on a Ham Sandwich
The Mamas & the Papas were one of the most successful singing group in the 1960s, with the larger than life "Mama" Cass Elliot providing one of the biggest voices in Rock n' Roll at the time
The Rock History Report for July 28th
1973 - A rock festival in Watkins Glen, New York drew an estimated 600,000 people to watch The Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers and The Band perform.
New Music Tuesday - July 27th
Ringo's 2008 concert at Los Angeles' Greek Theatre provided a beautiful snapshot of the legendary drummer's post-Beatles career. Surrounded by musical heavyweights, Ringo led a set full of Beatles hits, solo classics and
The Rock History Report for July 27th
1976 - John Lennon’s request for permanent residency in the United States was finally approved.
The Beatles A-Z: Birthday
The Beatles' extensive catalog just wouldn't be complete without its own birthday song. Quite appropriately then, "Birthday" was the Fab Four's take on the standard tune
The Rock History Report for July 26th
1984 – The Prince film Purple Rain premiered in Hollywood, California.
The Rock History Report for July 25th
1967 – A number of U.K. rock groups including The Beatles urged the British government to legalize marijuana. Their comments were published in a London Times advertisement which was signed by The Fab Four.
The Rock History Report for July 24th
1998 - Aerosmith announced the postponement of the first 13 dates of a U.S. tour after drummer Joey Kramer sustained second-degree burns in a gas station fire.
The Rock History Report for July 23rd
1977 - Judas Priest embarked on their first U.S. tour in Oakland, California, opening for Led Zeppelin.
THE 15: Best Westerns
No, we're not talking about the world’s largest hotel chain, but of the gritty wild west pictures that have become a valued genre within the film world. From John Wayne to Clint Eastwood and beyond, here are our favorites. Giddy-up!
Album Review: James Taylor and Carole King, Live at the Troubadour
This summer amidst poor tickets sales and various other problems that have affected numerous tours, singer-songwriters James Taylor and Carole King
The Rock History Report for July 22nd
1979 - Little Richard, speaking at a revival meeting in North Richmond, California as Reverend Richard Penniman, warned the congregation about the evils of Rock & Roll.
The Rock History Report for July 21st
1987 - Guns 'n Roses released their smash debut album, Appetite For Destruction.
The Rock History Report for July 20th
1974 - Joey Ramone took over lead vocal duties for the Ramones.
The Beatles A-Z: Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite
As with many songs written by John Lennon, "Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite" has always been an overly-analyzed piece of music, despite his simple inspiration for it
The Rock History Report for July 19th
1980 - Billy Joel scored the first gold record of his career with "It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me."
The Rock History Report for July 18th
1968 - The Grateful Dead released their sophomore effort, Anthem of the Sun.
The Rock History Report for July 17th
1967 - At New York’s Forest Hills Tennis Stadium, The Jimi Hendrix Experience opened for The Monkees.
Rock n' Roll Myths: Charles Manson Auditioned for The Monkees
Besides being a legendary psychopath, Charles Manson has been a pop culture icon for decades, with ties to The Beatles and other figures in the entertainment industry
The Rock History Report for July 16th
1966 - Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce and Ginger Baker formed the group Cream in London.
The 15: Movies Based On True Stories
Does your movie palate crave films about real life events? Well, this week's The 15 is for you! Check out some of our favorite movies based on true stories!
The Rock History Report for July 15th
1973 - Ray Davies announced his exit from The Kinks, though he would return to the group within a weeks time.
PLAYLIST - TV Show Theme Songs
For our latest PLAYLIST, we've come up with a list of popular tunes that were also used as some of TV's best theme songs. Leave the remote behind and check them out now!
The Rock History Report for July 14th
1967 - The Who set out on their first full-scale U.S. tour, opening for Herman's Hermits.
The Rock History Report for July 13th
1995 - Rush singer/bassist Geddy Lee sang "Oh Canada" at the All-Star Game at Baltimore's Camden Yards.
The Rock History Report for July 12th
1997 - Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis broke his wrist in a motorcycle accident in Los Angeles, California.
The Rock History Report for July 11th
1979 - The Neil Young concert film Rust Never Sleeps debuted at Westwood, California’s Bruin Theatre. The live album was released simultaneously.
The Rock History Report for July 10th
1968 - Eric Clapton announced that Cream would disband after a final farewell tour.
Rock n' Roll Myths: Robert Johnson and the Crossroads
Most people know something about this legend, even if they're unaware of who the major characters are. A young musician seeking fame and fortune goes down to the crossroads at midnight
The Rock History Report for July 9th
1977 - Elvis Costello quit his job as a computer operator at a cosmetic factory to pursue music.
The 15: Romantic Comedies
Does your movie palate crave films with romance and comedic twists and turns? Well, this week's The 15 is for you! Check out some of our favorite romantic comedies!
The Rock History Report for July 8th
1998 - The Roy Orbison Estate filed suit against Sony Music Entertainment Inc. for $12 million in royalties.
Doo-Wop Legends: The Crests
New York's The Crests were one of the Doo-Wop world's biggest names during the 1950s and '60s. One of the few interracial groups in existence at that time
PLAYLIST: Ringo's 70th Birthday
As legendary Beatles drummer Ringo Starr rings in his 70th birthday today, we've decided to take a look back at his illustrious career. Come along and listen to Ringo's biggest solo hits!
The Rock History Report for July 7th
1975 - Keith Richards was arrested after being charged with possession of an offensive weapon and reckless driving in Arkansas.
The Beatles A-Z: Because
Arguably the finest vocal harmony undertaken by The Beatles, this psychedelic track off Abbey Road perfectly exemplifies the group's elegance and complexity. It was penned by John Lennon, who got the inspiration for
The Rock History Report for July 6th
1957 - John Lennon was introduced to Paul McCartney at a church picnic, forging one of the most successful songwriting partnerships in musical history.
PLAYLIST: Relief Efforts
The sobering reality of the ongoing oil spill in the gulf has mobilized thousands of volunteers to do something. In times of crisis, even celebrities are moved to help. To commemorate all those valiant efforts, here's a PLAYLIST of some of their biggest relief projects.
The Rock History Report for July 5th
1954 - Elvis Presley recorded "That's All Right (Mama)" and "Blue Moon of Kentucky" in his first commercial recording session in Memphis, Tennessee.
The Rock History Report for July 4th
1995 - Courtney Love hit Bikini Kill’s Kathleen Hanna at a Lollapalooza concert in George, Washington. She later received a suspended one-year sentence
Meat Loaf Kicks Off North American Tour Saturday
Meat Loaf is kicking off his North American summer tour on Saturday, July 3rd, hot on the heels of the release of his newest album, Hang Cool, Teddy Bear.
The Rock History Report for July 3rd
1971 – The Doors frontman Jim Morrison died in Paris at the age of 27.
Trailers: Twilight: Eclipse, The Last Airbender
The third installment of the hugely popular Twilight series has already debuted in theaters, grossing a mindblowing $30 million in its initial midnight screening alone.
Bruce Springsteen Reissuing Darkness on the Edge of Town, This Fall
Get ready to get happy, Bruce Springsteen fans. Rolling Stone reports the Boss will reissue his 1978 album, Darkness on the Edge of Town, later this fall.
The Rock History Report for July 2nd
1991 - Guns n' Roses frontman Axl Rose incited a riot during a concert outside of St. Louis when he leapt off the stage and attacked a fan who was videotaping the show. Sixty people were injured.
THE 15: Baseball Movies
With the summer getting hotter and Major League Baseball gearing up for the All-Star Break, what better time to take a look at our 15 favorite baseball movies? Check out our picks now!
Rise of the Supergroup: The Traveling Wilburys
The supergroup to end all supergroups, The Traveling Wilburys were composed of five of the most influential and dynamic musicians of the 20th century. Conceived by Beatles guitarist George Harrison
Three Original Members Of Bad Company Touring North America This Summer
Bad Company -- the band that could be considered one of the first "supergroups" -- will tour North America this summer with three of its original members.
