July 13
One of the biggest rock festivals too place on this day.
Day In Rock
July 12
Disco Demolition Night goes awry.
July 11
David Bowie rush-releases a single to beat the moon landing. Fleetwood ac release their self-titled album. Guns N’ Roses fire their drummer. A member of R.E.M. has surgery causing shows to be cancelled.
July 10
After ten days of marriage, Cher files for divorce. Slash gets a Hollywood star. A member of Aerosmith goes into cardiac arrest during a performance.
July 9
Paul McCartney appears on stage with Wings for the first time in years. One of The Steve Miller Band’s songs hit #8 in the U.S. and The Grateful Dead play their last show.
July 8
Hendrix leaves a tour after the first handful of shows. A riot breaks out during a Mott and Hoople concert. Two The Clash members are arrested.
July 7
Ringo Starr celebrates his birthday. The Yardbirds split and later become Led Zeppelin. One of Bruce Springsteen’s albums tops the chart and remains there for weeks.
July 6
John Lennon and Paul McCartney meet for the first time. Keith Richards gets into some trouble in Arkansas. A fan gives Pink Floyd inspiration for their next album.
July 5
Chas Chandler suggests an idea to Jimi Hendrix. The Rolling Stones perform a free concert and their cover for the album, “Some Girls” causes problems.
July 4
Steely Dan put a halt on live performances. Ozzy Osbourne celebrates a milestone and the band U2 win a court battle.