This Week In Music History Jan 5-18The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JAN 10: Sadly, Bob Weir has passed today away at age 78 after a battle with cancer. Bob Weir was a musician, singer, and songwriter best known as a founding member of the Grateful Dead, one of the most influential bands in rock history. Born on October 16, 1947, in San Francisco, Weir grew up with an early exposure to folk, blues, and rock music. His life changed in 196...
This Week In Music History Dec 8-21The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! DEC 11: Happy birthday to Brenda Lee! Born on December 11, 1944 in Atlanta, Georgia, Lee is one of the most remarkable and versatile vocalists in American music history. Standing just 4’9”, she earned the nickname “Little Miss Dynamite” for her explosive voice and emotive power, which captivated audiences from an early age. Lee first rose to fame in the late 1950s and e...
Prettier Than RIAA Awards? DiscAward Ltd '60s-'70s AwardsIn the history of recorded music, the iconic gold and platinum records that adorn the walls of recording studios, artist's homes, and music professional's offices have become some of the most recognizable symbols of commercial success. Most people immediately associate these plaques with the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)—the trade organization that, beginning in 1958, formalized sales recognition in the United States. Yet nestled within the annals of music memorabil...
Do Artists Really Value Their Own Record Awards?In the music industry, record awards have been a barometer of success and a tangible symbol of achievement since they were introduced in the mid-50s. But do they mean much to the artists themselves? Most artists, even very accomplished ones, express appreciation for awards since they know they are a reflection of their fans buying and enjoying their music. As a result record awards continue to hold powerful meaning. Gold, Platinum, and Multi-Platinum certifications—presented by organizations ...
Iconic Labels: Stax RecordsThis is the fifth in our series of profiles of iconic record labels, exploring the label's history, some interesting stories about the artists they signed, and music they released. Look for more label profiles coming up soon and check them all out here. Stax Records stands as one of the most influential and culturally significant labels in American music history, shaping the sound of Southern soul and leaving a lasting legacy that extends far beyond its relatively short original lifespa...
Iconic Labels: Columbia RecordsThis is the sixth in our series of profiles of iconic record labels, exploring the label's history and some interesting stories about the artists they signed, and music they released. Look for more label profiles coming up soon and check them all out here. Columbia Records stands as one of the oldest and most influential record labels in the history of recorded music. With roots stretching back to the dawn of the phonograph era, Columbia has continually reinvented itself, shaping popula...
This Week In Music History Jan 19-25The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JAN 19: Happy 80th birthday to Dolly Parton one of the most beloved and influential figures in American music and popular culture! Born on January 19, 1946, in rural Tennessee, she grew up in a poor but close-knit family, where music and storytelling were central to daily life. Her early experiences in the Smoky Mountains deeply shaped her songwriting, giving her music ...
Upcoming: 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction CeremonyThe Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025 will gather in a couple of weeks on November 8 for an induction ceremony that has all the appearances of a crash course in how popular music got here — from early dance crazes and classic British rock to the birth of grunge and the golden age of hip-hop. Held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, the ceremony will pair reverence with spectacle. Honorees this year include music creators from a wide span of sounds and eras: Bad Company, Chubby ...
This Week In Music History Nov 24-Dec 7The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! NOV 26: Happy 80th birthday to John McVie! Best known as the steady, unshakeable bassist of Fleetwood Mac, McVie has built a legacy defined by subtle brilliance and enduring consistency. Born on November 26, 1945 in London, McVie began his musical journey in the early 1960s, joining John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, where his tasteful, rhythmic approach to bass playi...
This Week in Music History Oct 13-26The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! OCT 16: Sadly today, Ace Frehley has passed away at age 74. Ace Frehley, born Paul Daniel Frehley on April 27, 1951, in The Bronx, New York, was best known as the original lead guitarist and co-founder of the legendary rock band KISS. Known for his “Spaceman” persona, Frehley brought a mix of raw talent, swagger, and outer-space mystique to the group’s theatrical image....
This Week In Music History Oct 27-Nov 9The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! OCT 27: Happy birthday to Simon LeBon! Best known as the charismatic lead vocalist of Duran Duran, LeBon has remained a defining presence in pop and new wave music since the early 1980s. Born on October 27, 1958, in Bushey, Hertfordshire, he developed an early passion for performing, studying drama and honing his vocal skills in school productions and local bands. His e...
This Week In Music History Sept 15-28The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! SEPT 19: Happy birthday to Lita Ford! The guitarist, singer, and songwriter is best known as one of the pioneering women in hard rock and heavy metal. Born on September 19, 1958, in London and raised in Los Angeles, she first gained attention in the mid-1970s as the lead guitarist of The Runaways, an all-female band that also launched Joan Jett’s career. With their rebe...
This Week In Music History Jan 5-18
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JAN 10: Sadly, Bob Weir has passed today away at age 78 after a battle with cancer. Bob Weir was a musician, singer, and songwriter best known as a founding member of the Grateful Dead, one of the most influential bands in rock history. Born on October 16, 1947, in San Francisco, Weir grew up with an early exposure to folk, blues, and rock music. His life changed in 196...
This Week In Music History Dec 8-21
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! DEC 11: Happy birthday to Brenda Lee! Born on December 11, 1944 in Atlanta, Georgia, Lee is one of the most remarkable and versatile vocalists in American music history. Standing just 4’9”, she earned the nickname “Little Miss Dynamite” for her explosive voice and emotive power, which captivated audiences from an early age. Lee first rose to fame in the late 1950s and e...
Prettier Than RIAA Awards? DiscAward Ltd '60s-'70s Awards
In the history of recorded music, the iconic gold and platinum records that adorn the walls of recording studios, artist's homes, and music professional's offices have become some of the most recognizable symbols of commercial success. Most people immediately associate these plaques with the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)—the trade organization that, beginning in 1958, formalized sales recognition in the United States. Yet nestled within the annals of music memorabil...
Do Artists Really Value Their Own Record Awards?
In the music industry, record awards have been a barometer of success and a tangible symbol of achievement since they were introduced in the mid-50s. But do they mean much to the artists themselves? Most artists, even very accomplished ones, express appreciation for awards since they know they are a reflection of their fans buying and enjoying their music. As a result record awards continue to hold powerful meaning. Gold, Platinum, and Multi-Platinum certifications—presented by organizations ...
Iconic Labels: Stax Records
This is the fifth in our series of profiles of iconic record labels, exploring the label's history, some interesting stories about the artists they signed, and music they released. Look for more label profiles coming up soon and check them all out here. Stax Records stands as one of the most influential and culturally significant labels in American music history, shaping the sound of Southern soul and leaving a lasting legacy that extends far beyond its relatively short original lifespa...
Iconic Labels: Columbia Records
This is the sixth in our series of profiles of iconic record labels, exploring the label's history and some interesting stories about the artists they signed, and music they released. Look for more label profiles coming up soon and check them all out here. Columbia Records stands as one of the oldest and most influential record labels in the history of recorded music. With roots stretching back to the dawn of the phonograph era, Columbia has continually reinvented itself, shaping popula...
This Week In Music History Jan 19-25
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JAN 19: Happy 80th birthday to Dolly Parton one of the most beloved and influential figures in American music and popular culture! Born on January 19, 1946, in rural Tennessee, she grew up in a poor but close-knit family, where music and storytelling were central to daily life. Her early experiences in the Smoky Mountains deeply shaped her songwriting, giving her music ...
Upcoming: 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025 will gather in a couple of weeks on November 8 for an induction ceremony that has all the appearances of a crash course in how popular music got here — from early dance crazes and classic British rock to the birth of grunge and the golden age of hip-hop. Held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, the ceremony will pair reverence with spectacle. Honorees this year include music creators from a wide span of sounds and eras: Bad Company, Chubby ...
This Week In Music History Nov 24-Dec 7
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! NOV 26: Happy 80th birthday to John McVie! Best known as the steady, unshakeable bassist of Fleetwood Mac, McVie has built a legacy defined by subtle brilliance and enduring consistency. Born on November 26, 1945 in London, McVie began his musical journey in the early 1960s, joining John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, where his tasteful, rhythmic approach to bass playi...
This Week in Music History Oct 13-26
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! OCT 16: Sadly today, Ace Frehley has passed away at age 74. Ace Frehley, born Paul Daniel Frehley on April 27, 1951, in The Bronx, New York, was best known as the original lead guitarist and co-founder of the legendary rock band KISS. Known for his “Spaceman” persona, Frehley brought a mix of raw talent, swagger, and outer-space mystique to the group’s theatrical image....
This Week In Music History Oct 27-Nov 9
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! OCT 27: Happy birthday to Simon LeBon! Best known as the charismatic lead vocalist of Duran Duran, LeBon has remained a defining presence in pop and new wave music since the early 1980s. Born on October 27, 1958, in Bushey, Hertfordshire, he developed an early passion for performing, studying drama and honing his vocal skills in school productions and local bands. His e...
This Week In Music History Sept 15-28
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! SEPT 19: Happy birthday to Lita Ford! The guitarist, singer, and songwriter is best known as one of the pioneering women in hard rock and heavy metal. Born on September 19, 1958, in London and raised in Los Angeles, she first gained attention in the mid-1970s as the lead guitarist of The Runaways, an all-female band that also launched Joan Jett’s career. With their rebe...
