June 26th

Welcome to our daily rock music history blog, where we highlight 10 significant events in rock music that happened on June 26th. Join us as we explore some notable moments in rock history on this day:

1. In 1963, The Beach Boys released their single “Surfer Girl,” a quintessential surf rock anthem that captured the spirit of the California lifestyle.
2. In 1964, The Beatles performed at the Festival Hall in Melbourne, Australia, during their first world tour, captivating fans with their energetic and charismatic performances.
3. In 1977, Elvis Costello & The Attractions released their debut album “My Aim Is True,” introducing Costello’s distinct voice and witty songwriting to the world.
4. In 1979, The B-52’s released their album “The B-52’s,” featuring their unique blend of new wave, post-punk, and pop rock, and establishing their quirky and danceable sound.
5. In 1995, Alanis Morissette released her breakthrough album “Jagged Little Pill,” featuring hits like “You Oughta Know” and “Ironic,” and becoming a landmark in alternative rock.
6. In 1998, The Smashing Pumpkins released their album “Adore,” showcasing a more experimental and atmospheric sound, and incorporating electronic elements into their music.
7. In 2003, Radiohead released their album “Hail to the Thief,” featuring tracks like “There There” and “2+2=5,” and continuing their exploration of alternative rock and electronic influences.
8. In 2007, Queens of the Stone Age released their album “Era Vulgaris,” blending hard rock with desert rock and delivering a raw and intense musical experience.
9. In 2009, Pearl Jam released their album “Backspacer,” featuring the single “The Fixer,” and receiving critical acclaim for its energetic and concise rock sound.
10. In 2015, Florence + The Machine released their album “How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful,” featuring powerful vocals and a grandiose blend of rock, pop, and soul elements.

These are just a few of the many significant events that have occurred in rock history on June 26th. We hope you enjoyed this trip through time and stay tuned for more rock music history in our future blog posts.