The lead singer of the rock band The Who, Roger Daltrey, Was born on this day 1944 in Hammersmith Hospital, East Acton, London. Daltrey’s hits with the band include My Generation, Pinball Wizard, Won’t Get Fooled Again, and Baba O’Riley.
The Animals were due to perform at the Coliseum Theatre in Ottawa, Canada, on this day 1967 but failed to take to the stage. The angry fans grew impatient and began throwing chairs, destroying the stage and even ripping up floorboards. The band failed to play due to disputes over money and the length of the performance.
Previous Albums Of The Day
 No.1621 01/03/2021
The 1973 album Faust IV by German group Faust is a krautrock classic. Unsurprisingly their 4th release, the LP was recorded at Richard Branson’s The Manor studio, Oxfordshire, and includes some unusual vocal pieces. The last LP recorded by the original line-up, until their return in 1994. |
 No.1274 01/03/2020
The second album by The Cardigans, Life, is 25 years old today! A huge hit in Sweden and Japan, Nina Persson and gang continued their sweet poptism style. Love Hey! Get Out Of My Way and Daddy’s Car. Apparently 50 instruments were used on the LP! |
 No.907 01/03/2019
The Beck album Mellow Gold is 25 years old today! His first major release gained notoriety on the success of the opening track, Loser. Beck loves to blend genres, so evident in Mellow Gold, a mishmash of home-recordings. A signpost to future greatness! |
 No.542 01/03/2018
The debut album by The Cranberries Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can’t We? is 25 years old today! The dreamy Irish pop tones melted the hearts of many a music fan back in the 90’s. Includes the singles Dreams and Linger. #RIPDolores |
