Today in Music History 5/10

TiMH May 10

In 1946, solo artists Dave Mason and Donovan, and songwriter Graham Gouldman of 10cc are born.

In 1957, Sex Pistol's bassist Sid Vicious (John Ritchie) is born.

In 1960, U2 lead singer Bono (Paul Hewson) is born.

In 1965, The Rolling Stones recorded their first attempt on Keith Richards' song "Satisfaction" at Chess Studios in Chicago. Two days later, they got it right in a 30-minute session at RCA Studios in Hollywood.

In 1969, Led Zeppelin made their first appearance on the UK album chart when the band's debut album charted at No.6, going on to spend 71 weeks there. Led Zeppelin is now considered one of the most important debuts in rock, creating an entirely new interpretation of the rock and roll genre because of the groundbreaking music and recording techniques. The album was reportedly recorded in just 36 hours.

In 1974, Eric Clapton recorded his cover of Bob Marley's "I Shot the Sheriff."

In 1974, The Who sold out Madison Square Gardens in New York City for four nights selling 80,000 tickets.

In 1978, with Keith Richards clean for the first time in years, The Rolling Stones released the biggest hit of the Summer of '78 with "Miss You."

In 1985, all girl group The Go-Go's announced that they were breaking up.

In 1986, The Pet Shop Boys went to No.1 on the US singles chart with "West End Girls."

In 1986, Tommy Lee from Motley Crue married actress Heather Locklear.

We'll never get comfortable doing new things until we get used to doing things when we're uncomfortable. Growth often hurts and does not come with a safety net. Trust the process.

©2009 Tom Leu