December 23
Grunge's most enduring voice Eddie Vedder celebrates his 61st birthday today, the Pearl Jam frontman whose baritone and intense stage presence have made him alternative rock's most principled survivor, maintaining artistic integrity while the band has outlasted all their Seattle contemporaries… Hard rock lost one of its most powerful guitarists on this day in 2020 when Leslie West died of cardiac arrest at 75, ending the life of the Mountain frontman whose massive tone on "Mississippi Queen" influenced generations of heavy players despite never achieving superstar status… Progressive rock's most innovative guitarist Adrian Belew was born today in 1949, the versatile musician whose work with King Crimson, Talking Heads, and David Bowie showcased his ability to coax otherworldly sounds from his instrument using effects and technique… Psychedelic rock's most tasteful guitarist Jorma Kaukonen was born on this day in 1940, the Jefferson Airpla...
