July 21

 

The artist known by many names - Steven Demetre Georgiou, Cat Stevens, and Yusuf Islam - was born today in 1948, the singer-songwriter who gave us "Wild World" and "Peace Train" before his spiritual journey transformed his life and career…

 

The music world lost a true gentleman today in 2023 when Tony Bennett passed away at 97, ending the remarkable career of the crooner who bridged generations with his timeless interpretations of the Great American Songbook…

 

Tragedy struck the music industry on this day in 2002 when producer Gus Dudgeon and his wife Sheila were killed in a car accident, taking the life of the man behind classic albums by Elton John and David Bowie…

 

We remember the beloved comedian and actor Robin Williams on his birthday today in 1951, the manic genius who brought joy to millions through film and stand-up before his tragic death in 2014…

 

Blues and rock lost a towering figure today in 2005 when 'Long John' Baldry died at Vancouver General Hospital from a chest infection, silencing the influential voice who mentored Rod Stewart and Elton John…

 

Talking Heads expanded their sonic palette today in 1978 with the release of 'More Songs About Buildings and Food,' their Brian Eno-produced album that included their breakthrough cover of "Take Me to the River."…

 

Heavy metal reached new depths today in 1971 when Black Sabbath unleashed 'Master of Reality,' the album featuring classics like "Children of the Grave" and "Sweet Leaf" that further cemented their status as metal pioneers.