Archive: Rolling Stones

CDJ Today: March 18 in Classic Rock

March 18, 2019 | Published in Def Leppard, Doobie Brothers, Jerry Lee Lewis, Procol Harum, Ramones, Rolling Stones, The Who, Tom Petty

March 18, 1978 – An estimated 350,000 rock fans attend the largest festival of the 70’s, California Jam II in Ontario, California. Performers include Aerosmith, Ted Nugent, Foreigner, Santana, Heart, Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush and Rubicon, featuring a young Jack Blades. March 18, 2002 – The Ramones and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers are among those inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The … Continue reading CDJ Today: March 18 in Classic Rock →
CDJ Today: February 28 in Classic Rock

February 28, 2019 | Published in Dave Clark Five, George Harrison, Hall and Oates, Rolling Stones, Uriah Heep, Van Halen

February 28, 1987 – Eddie Van Halen makes an appearance on Saturday Night Live, which is being hosted by his then-wife Valerie Bertinelli. He plays alongside G.E. Smith and the SNL house band for an instrumental number called “Stompin’ 8H.” Bluesman Robert Cray is the musical guest. February 28, 1972 – George Harrison and his wife Pattie Boyd Harrison are injured in … Continue reading CDJ Today: February 28 in Classic Rock →
CDJ Today: February 27 in Classic Rock

February 27, 2019 | Published in Jefferson Airplane, Journey, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Neal Schon, Rolling Stones

February 27, 1970 – Jefferson Airplane is fined $1,000 for for singing profanity while on stage in Oklahoma City. The ordinance prohibiting obscene language was drawn up a year earlier when Jim Morrison of The Doors allegedly exposed himself at a concert. February 27, 1977 – Keith Richards is arrested and charged with “possession of … Continue reading CDJ Today: February 27 in Classic Rock →
Watch the New Lyric Video for the Rolling Stones’ ’19th Nervous Breakdown’

February 6, 2019 | Published in Rolling Stones

In 1965 the Rolling Stones were at the height of their fame. Their album The Rolling Stones No. 2 had topped the charts in the UK the year prior and the U.S. version, Rolling Stones Now!, had reached number five on the charts. The band toured extensively in 1965 and, by the end of the … Continue reading Watch the New Lyric Video for the Rolling Stones’ ’19th Nervous Breakdown’ →
CDJ Today: February 5 in Classic Rock

February 5, 2019 | Published in Guns N' Roses, INXS, Rolling Stones, Slaughter, Three Dog Night

February 5, 2006 – The Rolling Stones play three songs during the half-time show of Super Bowl XL in Detroit. The songs are “Start Me Up,” “Rough Justice” and “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction.” During “Start Me Up” the line “you make a dead man come” is censored. February 5, 2015 – INXS guitarist Tim Farriss says he may never play … Continue reading CDJ Today: February 5 in Classic Rock →
CDJ Today: February 3 in Classic Rock

February 3, 2019 | Published in Beatles, Buddy Holly, Doobie Brothers, Hollies, Kinks, New York Dolls, Rolling Stones

February 3, 1969 – The Beatles hire Allen Klein as their new manager, following the death of Brian Epstein. Klein got his start working for Sam Cooke and Bobby Darin, with whom he gained a reputation for being ruthless on behalf of artists whose royalties were being hidden through accounting tricks. This endeared him to the Rolling Stones, … Continue reading CDJ Today: February 3 in Classic Rock →
CDJ Today: January 17 in Classic Rock

January 17, 2019 | Published in David Bowie, Mott The Hoople, Pink Floyd, Rolling Stones, The Who

January 17, 1990 – The Fifth Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies are held in New York City. Inductees include The Kinks (inducted by Graham Nash), Simon & Garfunkel (inducted by James Taylor), and The Who (inducted by U2). January 17, 1996 – The 11th Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies are held in New York City. Inductees include David Bowie (inducted … Continue reading CDJ Today: January 17 in Classic Rock →
CDJ Today: January 15 in Classic Rock

January 15, 2019 | Published in Bob Geldof, Cranberries, David Bowie, Harry Nilsson, Led Zeppelin, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Rolling Stones, Runaways, Spencer Davis Group

January 15, 1977 – David Bowie releases Low. Co-produced with Tony Visconti, it’s the first of three albums produced with the help of Brian Eno. January 15, 2010 -Jimmy Page is awarded the first ever Pathways to Peace Award by the United Nations. “Although this award has my name on it, this is a tribute to the power of music and … Continue reading CDJ Today: January 15 in Classic Rock →
CDJ Today: December 19 in Classic Rock

December 19, 2018 | Published in 10000 Maniacs, Alvin Lee, Byrds, Loverboy, Rolling Stones

December 19, 1975 – Ronnie Wood officially leaves The Faces, leaving him free to join The Rolling Stones months later. Classic Rock Birthdays December 19, 1944 – Alvin Lee (born Graham Anthony Barnes), guitar, vocals (Ten Years After) (d. 2013) December 19, 1957 – Doug Johnson, keyboards (Loverboy) December 19, 1944 – Zal Yanovsky, guitar, vocals (The Lovin’ Spoonful) (d. 2002) Backstage Access: Alvin Lee – … Continue reading CDJ Today: December 19 in Classic Rock →
CDJ Today: December 18 in Classic Rock

December 18, 2018 | Published in Animals, Bob Geldof, Boomtown Rats, Cars, Keith Richards, Ozzy Osbourne, Rolling Stones

December 18, 1983 – Keith Richards marries model and actress Patti Hansen in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Mick Jagger is Richards’ best man. December 18, 1988 – Mike Peters of The Alarm has his eyes burnt by spotlights during a show in Chester, England. He regains his sight two weeks later. December 18, 2000 – Bob Geldof is granted custody of … Continue reading CDJ Today: December 18 in Classic Rock →