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Today’s line-up features a revealing Paul McCartney interview and some legendary reflections on the creative rivalry within The Beatles. Dive into the world record sale of a David Bowie album cover, Journey’s major farewell tour announcement, and a fresh look at iconic moments from artists like Def Leppard, Bob Dylan, and Led Zeppelin, and more…

Robert Plant Interview Part 2

Today in Classic Rock History

​1963: The Beatles made their only visit to Ireland as a group, performing two sold-out shows at the Adelphi Cinema in Dublin. Chaos erupted when crowds from the first show met those arriving for the second show, resulting in riots, overturned cars, and multiple arrests. Watch their arrival

1967: The Beatles finished recording "Blue Jay Way," "Flying," and "Magical Mystery Tour" at Abbey Road Studios, completing work on the Magical Mystery Tour soundtrack. Hear the album

1967: Pink Floyd made their US television debut, performing "Apples and Oranges" on American Bandstand with host Dick Clark. The show was taped in Los Angeles and broadcast later that month. Watch the performance

1967: Elton John (still going by his birth name Reg Dwight) and lyricist Bernie Taupin signed their first major publishing deal with DJM Records. Because both were under 21, their parents had to be present to witness the signing, launching one of rock's greatest songwriting partnerships. See their story

1968: The Doors performed at Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Phoenix, Arizona. Jim Morrison provoked a near-riot from the audience by expressing his dissatisfaction with Richard Nixon's recent election as president. The Doors were banned from ever performing in Phoenix again after this show. Watch The Doors live

1969: The Rolling Stones opened their first US tour in three years with a secret "break-in" concert at Colorado State University in Fort Collins. The show marked new guitarist Mick Taylor's first major American performance with the band, following the death of founding member Brian Jones. Hear the show

1969: Led Zeppelin's "Whole Lotta Love" was released as a single in the United States and several other countries. The song became their first hit in America, peaking at number four on the pop charts and earning gold certification. Watch the video

1975: Elton John had the number one album in America with "Rock of the Westies," which topped the charts for three weeks. Listen here

1981: Hall & Oates started a two-week run at number one on the singles chart with "Private Eyes," the duo's third chart-topper. Watch the video

1987: Bruce Springsteen went to number one on the US album chart with "Tunnel of Love." His eighth studio album went triple platinum, with "Brilliant Disguise" becoming one of his biggest hit singles, peaking at number five on the Billboard Hot 100. Watch the video

Have a Rockin Day,
Hippy Pete