May 30th

Welcome to our daily rock music history blog, where we highlight 10 significant events in rock music that happened on May 30th. Join us as we explore some notable moments in rock history on this day:

1. In 1964, The Rolling Stones made their debut on The Ed Sullivan Show, performing their hit song “Not Fade Away” and captivating audiences with their energetic performance.
2. In 1975, Alice Cooper’s album “Welcome to My Nightmare” was certified Gold in the United States, showcasing Cooper’s theatrical rock style and introducing his iconic character, Steven.
3. In 1989, The Cure released their album “Disintegration,” featuring melancholic and atmospheric tracks like “Lovesong” and “Pictures of You,” which became classics of alternative rock.
4. In 1997, Radiohead released their album “OK Computer,” a critically acclaimed masterpiece that pushed the boundaries of alternative rock and received widespread praise.
5. In 2006, Pearl Jam released their self-titled album, commonly referred to as the “Avocado Album,” which marked a return to their grunge roots and featured the single “World Wide Suicide.”
6. In 2006, Muse released their album “Black Holes and Revelations,” which showcased their blend of progressive rock and electronic elements and featured the hit single “Supermassive Black Hole.”
7. In 2013, Vampire Weekend released their album “Modern Vampires of the City,” which received critical acclaim for its thoughtful lyrics and inventive blend of indie rock and world music influences.
8. In 2016, The Strokes released their EP “Future Present Past,” their first collection of new music in three years, pleasing fans with their signature garage rock sound.
9. In 2017, U2 celebrated the 30th anniversary of their album “The Joshua Tree” by embarking on a worldwide tour, where they performed the entire album in its entirety to sold-out arenas.
10. In 2019, The Black Keys released their album “Let’s Rock,” marking their return after a five-year hiatus and featuring blues-infused rock tracks like “Lo/Hi” and “Go.”

These are just a few of the many significant events that have occurred in rock history on May 30th. We hope you enjoyed this trip through time and stay tuned for more rock music history in our future blog posts.