September 4 is an important day in rock history. Over the years, it has seen many memorable events featuring legendary bands like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. Here’s a look at some key moments in rock on this day.
Breakthrough Hits and Milestones
Notable achievements on September 4 include:
1962: The Beatles recorded “Love Me Do” with their new drummer, Ringo Starr, at EMI Studios. They made another version a week later with session drummer Andy White, but the band chose Starr’s recording for the official U.K. single.
1982: The Steve Miller Band hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Abracadabra,” where it stayed for two nonconsecutive weeks.
Cultural Milestones
Key moments in rock culture on September 4 include:
1960: Kin Thayil, the founder and lead guitarist of grunge band Soundgarden, was born in Seattle. He is known as a pioneer of the Seattle Sound and has four Platinum-certified albums with the band.
1969: The film *Easy Rider*, starring Peter Fonda and Jack Nicholson, premiered in London. Its soundtrack features songs by Jimi Hendrix and Steppenwolf, making it a symbol of the era’s rebellion.
Notable Recordings and Performances
Here are some memorable rock events from September 4:
1964: The Animals performed at the Paramount Theatre in New York City for the first time, shortly after their hit “The House of the Rising Sun.”
1970: The Rolling Stones released their second live album, *Get Yer Ya-Ya’s Out!*, which became their first live album to reach No. 1 in the U.K.
September 4 is a day filled with significant moments in rock music, showcasing important debuts and defining events.
