August 23

 

John Lennon married Cynthia Powell on this day in 1962 at Liverpool’s Mount Pleasant register office, just months before Beatlemania would transform his life and theirs forever…

 

The Who’s unforgettable drummer Keith Moon was born today in 1947, a whirlwind of energy whose explosive style behind the kit made him one of rock’s most legendary figures…

 

Actor and singer Rick Springfield was born on this day in 1949, later rising to international fame with his Grammy-winning hit Jessie’s Girl and a long-running television career…

 

Scottish singer-songwriter Edwyn Collins celebrates his 66th birthday today, remembered for his global hit A Girl Like You and admired for his resilience and influence in indie music…

 

On this day in 1970, Lou Reed played his final show with The Velvet Underground at Max’s Kansas City in New York, marking the end of his time with the band that would go on to redefine the sound of rock…

 

Cedella Marley, the eldest daughter of Bob Marley, was born today in 1967, carrying on her father’s legacy through music, design, and her leadership of the Marley brand.