June 23rd

Welcome to our daily rock music history blog, where we highlight 10 significant events in rock music that happened on June 23rd. Join us as we explore some notable moments in rock history on this day:

1. In 1960, Eddie Cochran’s single “Three Steps to Heaven” reached No. 1 on the UK charts, becoming one of his most popular and enduring hits.
2. In 1965, The Yardbirds released their single “Heart Full of Soul,” featuring a sitar-inspired guitar riff that showcased their experimental approach to rock music.
3. In 1972, Elton John’s album “Honky Château” reached No. 1 on the US charts, featuring hits like “Rocket Man” and solidifying his status as a rock superstar.
4. In 1977, Fleetwood Mac released their album “Rumours” in the UK, which went on to become one of the best-selling albums of all time, featuring hits like “Go Your Own Way” and “Don’t Stop.”
5. In 1979, The B-52’s released their self-titled debut album, introducing their unique blend of new wave, punk, and rock and spawning hits like “Rock Lobster” and “Planet Claire.”
6. In 1986, Queen performed at Slane Castle in Ireland, playing to an audience of over 100,000 fans and delivering an iconic live performance.
7. In 1987, Guns N’ Roses released their debut album “Appetite for Destruction,” featuring hits like “Welcome to the Jungle” and “Sweet Child o’ Mine,” and launching them to rock superstardom.
8. In 1992, Stone Temple Pilots released their album “Core,” showcasing their grunge-influenced sound and featuring hits like “Plush” and “Creep.”
9. In 2009, Green Day released their album “21st Century Breakdown,” a politically charged rock opera that earned critical acclaim and continued their success in the punk rock genre.
10. In 2017, Radiohead played a concert at Glastonbury Festival in England, delivering an unforgettable performance that solidified their reputation as one of the greatest rock bands of all time.

These are just a few of the many significant events that have occurred in rock history on June 23rd. We hope you enjoyed this trip through time and stay tuned for more rock music history in our future blog posts.