Hendrix didn’t just play with fire on March 31, 1967—he unleashed it. One stray spark could’ve lit the Astoria like a tinderbox, but in that wild moment, he blew open the notion of what a rock show could be, leaving everyone both awed and slightly terrified.

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March 11, 1972, Neil Young scored his first No. 1 single with “Heart of Gold.” He’d been bouncing between rock & folk, but this track hit right as listeners craved something calmer. Ironically, its huge success only made him swerve harder toward his edgier impulses.

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It’s Led Zeppelin Week! Did you know that in 1973, they shattered The Beatles’ attendance record at Tampa Stadium, drawing over 56,000 fans? Though a thunderstorm ended the show early, it remains a legendary night—proving Zeppelin's unmatched rock ’n’ roll dominance.

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Feb 28, 1942, Brian Jones was born. He co-founded the Stones, championing blues authenticity & adding a dash of the exotic. Despite tensions and a tragic finale, his forward-looking spirit shaped their music’s adventurous core—one that still resonates today.

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Feb 27, 1977, Keith Richards got busted for heroin in Toronto. Facing serious jail time, he lawyered up & cut a deal—rehab plus a charity show. That moment nearly ended the Stones, but they rallied & Richards emerged more determined than ever to keep the rock ’n’ roll dream alive.

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Lee "Scratch" Perry was a Jamaican music legend — famous for his wild and innovative studio tricks. In the '70s, he pioneered dub music by remixing reggae tracks with cool studio effects, creating new sounds. His unique style left a massive impact on the music world.

#leescratchperry #dub #reggae

The Story Of Eric Clapton And Rock Against Racism 🎸✌️❤️

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