Classic Rock History: July 5 – July 11
Classic Rock History: July 5 – July 11
Rock Star Birthdays
July 5
Huey Lewis (1950) – Frontman of Huey Lewis & the News.
Robbie Robertson (1943) – Legendary guitarist and songwriter for The Band.
Jimmy Crespo (1954) – Guitarist who helped keep Aerosmith going in the early ’80s.
July 7
Ringo Starr (1940) – Drummer for The Beatles.
July 9
Bon Scott (1946) – Iconic original vocalist of AC/DC.
July 10
Ronnie James Dio (1942) – Powerful voice of Rainbow, Black Sabbath, and Dio.
July 11
Richie Sambora (1959) – Guitarist, songwriter, and longtime member of Bon Jovi.
Classic Rock Album Releases
July 5, 1968
Creedence Clearwater Revival — Creedence Clearwater Revival
The band’s self-titled debut introduced their swamp-rock sound and featured the classic Suzie Q.
July 6, 1983
Synchronicity — The Police
The band’s biggest-selling studio album, featuring Every Breath You Take, King of Pain, and Wrapped Around Your Finger.
July 7, 1978
More Songs About Buildings and Food — Talking Heads
Their first collaboration with Brian Eno, marking a major artistic breakthrough.
July 8, 1971
Every Picture Tells a Story — Rod Stewart
Included the chart-topping classic Maggie May and became Stewart’s signature album.
July 10, 1985
Dream into Action — Howard Jones
A landmark mid-’80s release featuring the hits Things Can Only Get Better, Life in One Day, and No One Is to Blame.
July 11, 1971
At Fillmore East — The Allman Brothers Band
Widely regarded as one of the greatest live albums in rock history, featuring unforgettable performances of Statesboro Blues, In Memory of Elizabeth Reed, and Whipping Post.
