Are you ready to learn some stuff? It’s April 16th and here’s what happened Today in Rock History!
Starting it off as always with releases we have two: Evil Empire from Rage Against the Machine in 1996 and Temple of the Dog’s one and only album which was released in 1991.
With Chris Cornell on the mind, in 2010, Soundgarden reunite and play their first show 13 years after their breakup. The show took place at the Showbox in Seattle, Washington.
In 1993, David Lee Roth was arrested in NYC’s Washington Square Park for allegedly purchasing just $10 worth of pot
In 1974, Queen make their live debut in the U.S. at Regis College in Denver, CO. Supporting Mott the Hoople, Queen’s time on tour is cut short as guitarist Brian May gets hepatitis a month later.
In 1992, Nirvana appear on Rolling Stone magazine for the first time. Frontman Kurt Cobain can be seen wearing a T-shirt saying, “Corporate Magazines Still Suck”.
Another release that I forgot to mention was the 1998 film SLC Punk!, about a college grad/punk named Stevo living in Salt Lake City during the 1980s. Although it was received mixed reviews when it was released, it has garnered a cult following and features a killer punk soundtrack.
Ok the trailer doesn’t really do the film justice, but every clip I found was laced with obscenities that they won’t let me put up on here. Very anti-punk rock of the higher-ups.
And finally, at the 38th Grammy Awards in 1996, all four original members of KISS appear in full makeup and gear. This would be the first time since 1980 that all four members appeared on stage together in full makeup. That same year they would begin a reunion tour.
This has been Today in Rock History! Keep on Rocking, keep on Rolling! Check back tomorrow for your next rock history lesson!
