The lead singer and one of the founder members of The Rolling Stones, Mick Jagger, was born (Michael Philip Jagger) in Dartford, Kent on this day 1943. Jagger is one of the most popular frontmen in the history of rock & roll, with his distinctive voice and energetic live performances which has become a trademark of the Rolling Stones.
Previous Albums Of The Day
 No.1421 26/07/2020
The 2016 Eli Paperboy Reed album My Way Home reveals inspiration from gospel music of yesteryear. Akin to Southern predecessors such as Wilson Pickett and Otis Redding, Reed effortlessly works his rhythm and soul numbers. |
 No.1055 26/07/2019
The 1958 Moses Allison album Local Color was my introduction to the blues/jazz pianist and vocalist born in Mississippi. Hugely influential musician. The LP includes Parchman Farm covered by John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers on their album Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton. |
 No.689 26/07/2018
The Moody Blues concept album In Search Of The Lost Chord is 50 years old today! MB ditched the orchestral sounds, in favour of whatever instruments they could lay their hands on, which included tablas, sitars, flutes and harpsichord. A thoughtful and fascinating release! |
 No.324 26/07/2017
The 1965 The Beatles album Help! was their 5th release, and soundtrack for the film. Includes Help!, Ticket to Ride and Yesterday. A few months later Rubber Soul was released! |