May 19th

Welcome to our daily rock music history blog, where we highlight 10 significant events in rock music that happened on May 19th. Join us as we explore some notable moments in rock history on this day:

1. In 1964, The Beatles’ single “Love Me Do” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, marking their first chart-topping hit in the United States.
2. In 1973, Stevie Wonder released his album “Innervisions,” which featured hits like “Living for the City” and “Higher Ground” and further established him as a musical genius.
3. In 1978, The Rolling Stones released their album “Some Girls,” which became their best-selling studio album and featured the hit singles “Miss You” and “Beast of Burden.”
4. In 1984, Bruce Springsteen released his album “Born in the U.S.A.,” which spawned a string of hit singles and solidified his status as a rock icon.
5. In 1992, Billy Ray Cyrus’ single “Achy Breaky Heart” was released, becoming a viral sensation and popularizing line dancing in mainstream culture.
6. In 1998, Beastie Boys released their album “Hello Nasty,” which showcased their eclectic mix of hip-hop, rock, and punk influences and featured the hit single “Intergalactic.”
7. In 2001, Radiohead released their album “Amnesiac,” a companion piece to their previous album “Kid A,” further pushing the boundaries of experimental rock and electronic music.
8. In 2009, Green Day released their album “21st Century Breakdown,” which became a commercial success and showcased their politically charged punk rock sound.
9. In 2015, Tame Impala released their critically acclaimed album “Currents,” which explored psychedelic rock and pop influences and garnered widespread praise.
10. In 2017, Roger Waters, the co-founder of Pink Floyd, released his solo album “Is This the Life We Really Want?” after a 25-year hiatus, marking a powerful return to the music scene.

These are just a few of the many significant events that have occurred in rock history on May 19th. We hope you enjoyed this trip through time and stay tuned for more rock music history in our future blog posts.