June 4th

Welcome to our daily rock music history blog, where we highlight 10 significant events in rock music that happened on June 4th. Join us as we explore some notable moments in rock history on this day:

1. In 1967, The Jimi Hendrix Experience released their debut album “Are You Experienced,” which showcased Jimi Hendrix’s groundbreaking guitar skills and psychedelic rock sound.
2. In 1971, Carole King released her iconic album “Tapestry,” featuring hits like “It’s Too Late” and “You’ve Got a Friend,” solidifying her status as a singer-songwriter powerhouse.
3. In 1976, Led Zeppelin embarked on their North American tour, which would become their last full-scale concert tour before the tragic death of drummer John Bonham.
4. In 1984, Bruce Springsteen’s album “Born in the U.S.A.” produced its seventh top-10 single, “Dancing in the Dark,” further cementing the album’s massive success.
5. In 1993, Nirvana’s album “In Utero” was certified triple Platinum in the United States, reflecting the album’s immense impact and enduring popularity.
6. In 1996, Rage Against the Machine released their album “Evil Empire,” featuring politically charged and musically powerful tracks like “Bulls on Parade” and “People of the Sun.”
7. In 2001, Tool released their album “Lateralus,” known for its complex musical structures, thought-provoking lyrics, and progressive metal sound.
8. In 2002, Paul McCartney celebrated his 60th birthday with a concert in St. Petersburg, Russia, performing a range of his solo hits and Beatles classics.
9. 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.”
10. In 2019, Bruce Springsteen’s album “Western Stars” was released, featuring a departure from his typical rock sound and exploring a more orchestral and introspective direction.

These are just a few of the many significant events that have occurred in rock history on June 4th. We hope you enjoyed this trip through time and stay tuned for more rock music history in our future blog posts.