Sept. 20 has seen some major moments in rock history. From the end of The Beatles to the rise of Led Zeppelin, this day is packed with significant events.
In 1975, David Bowie scored his first U.S. No. 1 single with “Fame.” Co-written with John Lennon and Carlos Alomar, it topped the Billboard Hot 100.
1980 marked the release of Ozzy Osbourne’s first solo album, “Blizzard of Ozz.” This album featured guitarist Randy Rhoads and included hits like “Crazy Train” and “Mr. Crowley.”
Two key cultural moments also happened on this date. In 1968, Led Zeppelin started working on their debut album at London’s Olympic Studios, still under the name the New Yardbirds. Jimmy Page produced the album, and they recorded most of it in just 36 hours.
In 1969, John Lennon told the other members of The Beatles that he was leaving the band. The world learned of this in April 1970 when Paul McCartney also announced his departure.
Sept. 20 also celebrated some legendary albums. In 1976, AC/DC released “Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap.” It first came out in Europe, New Zealand, and Australia, with the U.S. release following in 1981 after Bon Scott’s death.
In 1991, Nirvana kicked off their first major headlining tour in North America with a show in Toronto. This was to support their second album, “Nevermind,” which dropped just four days later and launched them into the spotlight.
Fans will always remember Sept. 20 as a day of beginnings and endings in rock music.
