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Today's classic rock lineup features a stunning look back at George Harrison and Paul Simon's duet, plus sad news about KISS legend Ace Frehley, Bruce Springsteen biopic, and the Led Zeppelin documentary earning Critics Choice recognition. and more…

Today in Classic Rock History

1957 – Elvis Presley's film Jailhouse Rock premiered at Loew's State Theatre in Memphis, Tennessee, where Elvis had once worked as an usher. The iconic title track became one of rock's most enduring anthems. Watch It

1960 – The Drifters hit #1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 with "Save the Last Dance For Me," featuring the unmistakable voice of Ben E. King. The single later reached #2 in the UK. Listen Now

1961 – Mick Jagger and Keith Richards reconnected at Dartford railway station after being childhood classmates. Their shared love of Chuck Berry and blues music sparked a legendary partnership that would birth The Rolling Stones. See History

1964 – The Rolling Stones released their second American album 12 X 5, featuring "It's All Over Now" and "Time Is On My Side." The LP reached #3 on the Billboard 200. Full Album

1967 – The Beatles attended a private memorial service for their manager Brian Epstein at the New London Synagogue near Abbey Road Studios. Rabbi Louis Jacobs praised Epstein for "encouraging young people to sing of love and peace." Rare Footage

1977 – Lynyrd Skynyrd released their fifth studio album Street Survivors, which would go on to become a tragic milestone. Just three days later, a plane crash claimed the lives of Ronnie Van Zant, Steve Gaines, and Cassie Gaines. Full Album

1979 – Fleetwood Mac released their experimental double album Tusk, which cost a then-record $1 million to produce. The album peaked at #4 in the US and #1 in the UK, spawning hits "Sara" and the title track. Full Album

1980 – Bruce Springsteen released the double album The River, showcasing the E Street Band's full range from uptempo rockers to darker ballads. The album sold over 5 million copies. Experience It

1980 – Dire Straits released their critically acclaimed third album Making Movies, featuring production by Jimmy Iovine and keyboards by E Street Band's Roy Bittan. The album reached #1 in Italy and Norway. Full Album​​​

Have a Rockin Day,
Hippy Pete