May 21st

Welcome to our daily rock music history blog, where we highlight 10 significant events in rock music that happened on May 21st. Join us as we explore some notable moments in rock history on this day:

1. In 1966, The Rolling Stones released their hit single “Paint It Black,” a groundbreaking song that showcased their evolving sound and became an instant success.
2. In 1971, The Allman Brothers Band released their iconic live album “At Fillmore East,” capturing their powerful live performances and solidifying their place in Southern rock history.
3. In 1976, Wings released their hit single “Silly Love Songs,” which topped the charts and became one of their most successful and recognizable songs.
4. In 1983, David Bowie started his “Serious Moonlight Tour” in support of his album “Let’s Dance,” marking one of his most successful and commercially popular tours.
5. In 1988, Def Leppard released their album “Hysteria,” which featured hit singles like “Pour Some Sugar on Me” and “Love Bites,” becoming one of the best-selling rock albums of all time.
6. In 1996, Soundgarden released their album “Down on the Upside,” showcasing their unique blend of grunge and alternative rock and featuring the hit single “Burden in My Hand.”
7. In 2002, Paul McCartney performed at the Buckingham Palace as part of Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee celebrations, delivering a memorable performance to a massive crowd.
8. In 2005, Coldplay released their album “X&Y,” which debuted at No. 1 on the charts and featured hits like “Speed of Sound” and “Fix You,” further solidifying their status as a major rock band.
9. In 2010, Slash released his self-titled solo album, featuring collaborations with various notable rock musicians and showcasing his virtuosic guitar skills.
10. In 2014, U2 kicked off their “Innocence + Experience Tour” in support of their album “Songs of Innocence,” incorporating innovative stage design and delivering powerful live performances.

These are just a few of the many significant events that have occurred in rock history on May 21st. We hope you enjoyed this trip through time and stay tuned for more rock music history in our future blog posts.