Randy Rhoads’ Final Show with Ozzy Osbourne Revisited
Guitarist Randy Rhoads played his final show with Ozzy Osbourne on March 18, 1982, at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum in Knoxville, Tennessee. Twenty-four hours later, he was dead at the age of 25. Rhoads died in a plane crash in…
I Want You: Marvin Gaye Creates Musical Magic
Key Insights Marvin Gaye was in a positive phase as he prepared for the release of his 14th album, I Want You. The album’s core themes revolved around love and intimacy, reflecting Gaye’s personal life at the time. Despite its…
The Beatles’ ‘Lady Madonna’ Music Video Reveals Hidden Truths
In February of 1968, the Beatles gathered in EMI Studios to shoot a pair of videos for their song “Lady Madonna,” their first single of that year. Back then, of course, they weren’t called “music videos,” but instead “promotional films.”…
5 Ways Metallica’s ‘Master of Puppets’ Might Have Changed
There’s nothing you would change about Metallica’s Master of Puppets, right? Released on March 3, 1986, the band’s third album is widely regarded as their masterpiece, the point at which they took thrash metal to unprecedented levels of sophistication. But…
Bizarre Quotes From John Lennon’s ‘Jesus’ Interview You Missed
If you’re familiar with the history of the Beatles, then you likely know all about John Lennon‘s infamous 1966 interview, the one in which he compared the Beatles to none other than Jesus Christ. “Christianity will go,” he said to…
Van Halen and Hagar’s Success: The Song That Proved It
Before they even got the chance to present themselves to the outside world, Van Halen and Sammy Hagar had to overcome a lot of doubt and resistance from their inner circles when they decided to join forces in 1986. Hot…
‘You Better You Bet’ Marks The Who’s Last Hit
The Who’s last major hit single didn’t sound much like the Who at times. Instead, “You Better You Bet” was one of the few moments during the early ’80s when Pete Townshend shared a truly great track with the band….
Losing My Religion: R.E.M.’s Rise to Stardom
Anyone looking for the match-light moment when R.E.M. exploded onto the national scene needs to search no further. “Losing My Religion” arrived on Feb. 19, 1991, and nothing was ever the same again. In many ways, it all happened very…
Biggest Album: 5 Key Facts You Should Know
The biggest and arguably best album Rush ever made is now 45 years old. Released on Feb. 12, 1981, Moving Pictures marked the crucial turning point where the beloved Canadian trio fully shifted their focus from long-form progressive rock explorations…
Shannon Hoon’s Arrest at the AMAs: A Blind Melon Incident
A wild and often unpredictable life of Shannon Hoon took an unexpected turn on February 7, 1994, when the Blind Melon singer was arrested at the American Music Awards. Hoon, then 26, was enjoying the height of his stardom. Blind…
Eagles Fire Don Felder: A Look Back 25 Years Ago
Only two members of the Eagles had enjoyed longer tenures in the band when Don Felder was fired on Feb. 6, 2001. They were the only two who mattered. In fact, a flurry of subsequent lawsuits laid bare the hard-eyed…
Space Shuttle Challenger Disintegrates During Live Broadcast
Key Takeaways Challenger’s Launch: The Challenger launched on January 28, 1986, marking a significant event in space exploration. Historical Significance: Christa McAuliffe was set to be the first private citizen in space, capturing national attention. Engineering Concerns: Engineers raised alarms…