This Week In Music History Nov 4-17The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! NOV 4: Sadly, today Quincy Jones passed away at age 91. The legendary American record producer, composer, arranger, and musician whose influence on modern music spanned over seven decades was born on March 14, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois. Jones began his career as a jazz trumpet player before transitioning into production and composition, becoming one of the most versati...
This Week In Music History Oct 21-Nov 3The 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 Le Bon, born today in 1958! The singer, songwriter, and musician is best known as the lead vocalist for the British new wave band Duran Duran. Le Bon joined Duran Duran in 1980, bringing his distinctive voice and charismatic presence to the forefront of the band. Duran Duran quickly rose to fame in the 1980s with hits like "Hungry Lik...
This Week In Music History Dec 2-15The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! DEC 8: Happy birthday to Phil Collen, born today in 1957! The English musician is best known as the lead guitarist for the legendary rock band Def Leppard. Collen began playing guitar as a teenager, inspired by bands like Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple. Before joining Def Leppard, he played in several bands, including Girl, a glam rock group that enjoyed modest success in...
This Week In Music History Nov 18-Dec 1The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! NOV 20: Happy birthday to Joe Walsh, born today in 1947! The legendary American guitarist, singer, and songwriter is known for his work as a solo artist and as a member of iconic rock bands, including the Eagles and James Gang. Walsh's unique blend of technical prowess, creativity, and humor has made him one of rock's most distinctive personalities. Walsh first ...
'Tis The Season: Top 10 Holiday SongsChristmas and holiday pop songs have a unique ability to blend festive cheer with catchy melodies, making them an integral part of the holiday season. Over the decades, many artists have contributed to this genre, creating timeless classics that continue to dominate charts and playlists around the world. Here’s a dive into some of the best-selling Christmas pop songs, their history, and why they’ve become iconic staples of the season: "All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Car...
This Week In Music History Dec 16-29The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! DEC 18: Happy birthday to Keith Richards, born today in 1943! The legendary guitarist, songwriter, and co-founder of The Rolling Stones is known for his gritty guitar riffs, rebellious persona, and enduring influence on rock music, Richards has become an icon of the genre. He first met Mick Jagger in his youth, and their partnership became the foundation of one of the m...
You Can Help Musicians Affected By L.A. FiresMany music professionals have had their homes destroyed by the January 2025 fires in L.A. While this alone is obviously tragic, the contents in their homes is possibly more of a loss. In many cases artists, songwriters, producers, engineers, and other music professionals have lost their musical instruments, recording equipment, awards, creative works, and more. If you want a glimpse of the kind of destruction we're talking about, read this article from the Los Angeles Times about renowned...
This Week In Music History Jul 15-28The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUL 19: Happy birthday to Brian May, born today in 1947, in Hampton, London! The iconic English musician, songwriter, and astrophysicist is best known as the lead guitarist and co-founder of the legendary rock band Queen, he played a crucial role in creating some of the band's most memorable hits, including "Bohemian Rhapsody," "We Will Rock You," &#...
Rare and Unusual: The Oddest Music Memorabilia Items Ever Sold at AuctionIn the world of music memorabilia, collectors and enthusiasts often seek out items that hold a special connection to their favorite artists or moments in music history. While guitars, costumes, and handwritten lyrics are common, some items that have been auctioned off are truly unique and even bizarre. From strands of hair to a pizza plate, here are some of the oddest music memorabilia items ever sold at auction: Elvis Presley’s Hair In 2002, a lock of Elvis Presley’s hair fetched a surpris...
Iconic Labels: Capitol RecordsThis is the third 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. Capitol Records, one of the most iconic record labels in the history of the music industry, has a rich history that spans nearly a century. From its inception in the 1940s to its prominent position in today's global music market, C...
This Week In Music History Jun 17-30The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUN 24: Happy birthday today to the legendary Mick Fleetwood, the heartbeat behind the iconic band Fleetwood Mac. With his unparalleled drumming skills and charismatic stage presence, Mick has been a cornerstone of the music world for decades. From the early blues days to the era-defining albums like Rumours, his influence and passion for music have left an indelible ...
This Week In Music History Jun 4-16The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUN 8: Happy birthday to Boz Scaggs, born today in 1944! The singer, songwriter, and guitarist is known for his distinctive voice and blend of rock, blues, and soul music. He gained prominence in the 1970s with a series of hit albums and singles. Some of his most well-known songs include "Lido Shuffle," "Lowdown," and "We're All Alone." Scag...
This Week In Music History Nov 4-17
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! NOV 4: Sadly, today Quincy Jones passed away at age 91. The legendary American record producer, composer, arranger, and musician whose influence on modern music spanned over seven decades was born on March 14, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois. Jones began his career as a jazz trumpet player before transitioning into production and composition, becoming one of the most versati...
This Week In Music History Oct 21-Nov 3
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 Le Bon, born today in 1958! The singer, songwriter, and musician is best known as the lead vocalist for the British new wave band Duran Duran. Le Bon joined Duran Duran in 1980, bringing his distinctive voice and charismatic presence to the forefront of the band. Duran Duran quickly rose to fame in the 1980s with hits like "Hungry Lik...
This Week In Music History Dec 2-15
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! DEC 8: Happy birthday to Phil Collen, born today in 1957! The English musician is best known as the lead guitarist for the legendary rock band Def Leppard. Collen began playing guitar as a teenager, inspired by bands like Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple. Before joining Def Leppard, he played in several bands, including Girl, a glam rock group that enjoyed modest success in...
This Week In Music History Nov 18-Dec 1
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! NOV 20: Happy birthday to Joe Walsh, born today in 1947! The legendary American guitarist, singer, and songwriter is known for his work as a solo artist and as a member of iconic rock bands, including the Eagles and James Gang. Walsh's unique blend of technical prowess, creativity, and humor has made him one of rock's most distinctive personalities. Walsh first ...
'Tis The Season: Top 10 Holiday Songs
Christmas and holiday pop songs have a unique ability to blend festive cheer with catchy melodies, making them an integral part of the holiday season. Over the decades, many artists have contributed to this genre, creating timeless classics that continue to dominate charts and playlists around the world. Here’s a dive into some of the best-selling Christmas pop songs, their history, and why they’ve become iconic staples of the season: "All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Car...
This Week In Music History Dec 16-29
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! DEC 18: Happy birthday to Keith Richards, born today in 1943! The legendary guitarist, songwriter, and co-founder of The Rolling Stones is known for his gritty guitar riffs, rebellious persona, and enduring influence on rock music, Richards has become an icon of the genre. He first met Mick Jagger in his youth, and their partnership became the foundation of one of the m...
You Can Help Musicians Affected By L.A. Fires
Many music professionals have had their homes destroyed by the January 2025 fires in L.A. While this alone is obviously tragic, the contents in their homes is possibly more of a loss. In many cases artists, songwriters, producers, engineers, and other music professionals have lost their musical instruments, recording equipment, awards, creative works, and more. If you want a glimpse of the kind of destruction we're talking about, read this article from the Los Angeles Times about renowned...
This Week In Music History Jul 15-28
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUL 19: Happy birthday to Brian May, born today in 1947, in Hampton, London! The iconic English musician, songwriter, and astrophysicist is best known as the lead guitarist and co-founder of the legendary rock band Queen, he played a crucial role in creating some of the band's most memorable hits, including "Bohemian Rhapsody," "We Will Rock You," &#...
Rare and Unusual: The Oddest Music Memorabilia Items Ever Sold at Auction
In the world of music memorabilia, collectors and enthusiasts often seek out items that hold a special connection to their favorite artists or moments in music history. While guitars, costumes, and handwritten lyrics are common, some items that have been auctioned off are truly unique and even bizarre. From strands of hair to a pizza plate, here are some of the oddest music memorabilia items ever sold at auction: Elvis Presley’s Hair In 2002, a lock of Elvis Presley’s hair fetched a surpris...
Iconic Labels: Capitol Records
This is the third 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. Capitol Records, one of the most iconic record labels in the history of the music industry, has a rich history that spans nearly a century. From its inception in the 1940s to its prominent position in today's global music market, C...
This Week In Music History Jun 17-30
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUN 24: Happy birthday today to the legendary Mick Fleetwood, the heartbeat behind the iconic band Fleetwood Mac. With his unparalleled drumming skills and charismatic stage presence, Mick has been a cornerstone of the music world for decades. From the early blues days to the era-defining albums like Rumours, his influence and passion for music have left an indelible ...
This Week In Music History Jun 4-16
The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUN 8: Happy birthday to Boz Scaggs, born today in 1944! The singer, songwriter, and guitarist is known for his distinctive voice and blend of rock, blues, and soul music. He gained prominence in the 1970s with a series of hit albums and singles. Some of his most well-known songs include "Lido Shuffle," "Lowdown," and "We're All Alone." Scag...
