June 2nd

Welcome to our daily rock music history blog, where we highlight 10 significant events in rock music that happened on June 2nd. Join us as we explore some notable moments in rock history on this day:

1. In 1965, The Rolling Stones released their hit single “Satisfaction,” which became one of their signature songs and an anthem of rock ‘n’ roll rebellion.
2. In 1967, The Beatles’ album “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” was released in the United States, receiving widespread critical acclaim and solidifying the band’s experimental phase.
3. In 1978, Bruce Springsteen released his album “Darkness on the Edge of Town,” featuring introspective and gritty rock songs that showcased his songwriting prowess.
4. In 1984, Prince released his iconic album “Purple Rain,” which became a commercial and critical success, blending rock, pop, and funk into a unique musical experience.
5. In 1993, Radiohead released their debut single “Creep,” which became a breakout hit and helped establish them as one of the most innovative and influential rock bands of their time.
6. In 1997, Oasis released their album “Be Here Now,” which became the fastest-selling album in UK history at that time, demonstrating their immense popularity.
7. In 2004, The Killers released their debut album “Hot Fuss,” which propelled them to international fame with hits like “Mr. Brightside” and “Somebody Told Me.”
8. In 2008, Coldplay released their album “Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends,” which received critical acclaim and featured the chart-topping single “Viva la Vida.”
9. In 2015, Florence & The Machine released their album “How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful,” which showcased Florence Welch’s powerful vocals and emotional songwriting.
10. In 2017, U2 celebrated the 30th anniversary of their album “The Joshua Tree” by embarking on a worldwide tour, where they performed the entire album in its entirety to sold-out arenas.

These are just a few of the many significant events that have occurred in rock history on June 2nd. We hope you enjoyed this trip through time and stay tuned for more rock music history in our future blog posts.