June 21st

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

1. In 1964, The Beatles released their single “A Hard Day’s Night” in the United States, coinciding with the release of their film of the same name, further solidifying their global success.
2. In 1975, Ritchie Blackmore left Deep Purple and formed Rainbow, embarking on a new musical journey and creating a new powerhouse in the world of rock.
3. In 1986, Madonna released her hit single “Papa Don’t Preach,” which incorporated rock elements into her pop sound and became one of her signature songs.
4. In 1995, Foo Fighters released their self-titled debut album, marking the beginning of Dave Grohl’s successful post-Nirvana career and introducing their energetic and melodic rock sound.
5. In 1997, Radiohead released their album “OK Computer,” a groundbreaking work that pushed the boundaries of alternative rock and received widespread critical acclaim.
6. In 2005, Coldplay released their third studio album “X&Y,” featuring hits like “Speed of Sound” and “Fix You,” and solidifying their status as one of the biggest bands in the world.
7. In 2010, Jack White’s side project The Dead Weather released their album “Sea of Cowards,” showcasing their gritty and bluesy rock sound.
8. In 2011, The Strokes played a surprise show at Dingwalls in London, treating fans to an intimate and electrifying performance.
9. In 2013, Queens of the Stone Age released their album “…Like Clockwork,” a critically acclaimed work that showcased their unique blend of hard rock and desert rock influences.
10. In 2019, The Raconteurs released their album “Help Us Stranger,” marking their return after a decade-long hiatus and delivering a dose of their infectious rock sound.

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