May 18th

1. In 1974, Bruce Springsteen released his album “Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J.,” marking his debut as a solo artist and introducing his distinctive storytelling style.
2. In 1979, The Clash released their critically acclaimed album “London Calling,” which blended punk, reggae, and rock influences and remains a landmark in rock music.
3. In 1981, The Go-Go’s released their debut album “Beauty and the Beat,” which became the first album by an all-female band to reach No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.
4. In 1985, Tears for Fears released their hit single “Everybody Wants to Rule the World,” which became one of their signature songs and a chart-topping success.
5. In 1992, Stone Temple Pilots released their debut album “Core,” featuring hits like “Plush” and “Creep,” establishing them as one of the leading bands of the grunge movement.
6. In 1999, Red Hot Chili Peppers released their seventh studio album “Californication,” which marked their successful comeback and featured hit singles like “Scar Tissue” and the title track.
7. In 2004, Franz Ferdinand released their self-titled debut album, which brought an infectious blend of post-punk revival and indie rock to the mainstream, propelling the band to international success.
8. In 2007, Linkin Park released their third studio album “Minutes to Midnight,” which showcased their evolving sound and featured the hit single “What I’ve Done.”
9. In 2012, Jack White released his debut solo album “Blunderbuss,” which received critical acclaim for its eclectic mix of rock, blues, and folk influences.
10. In 2018, Arctic Monkeys released their sixth studio album “Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino,” which showcased a departure from their previous sound and demonstrated their musical growth and experimentation.

These are just a few of the many significant events that have occurred in rock history on May 18th. We hope you enjoyed this trip through time and stay tuned for more rock music history in our future blog posts.