This Day in Rock History: August 8
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Who published it, and when
15 reports left out of the cascade - too little in common with the story to place
How it spread - 37 original reports, 5 reprints
Sat, 8 August 2026
1 report- wdhafm.com07:00first to report
Ground-breaking news happens all the time. August 8 is proof of that. From gangsta rap hitting the mainstream to Nixon announcing his resignation, this day has deep roots. Rock music...
1 reprint
- wcsx.com8 Aug, 07:00their copy
Sat, 15 August 2026
1 report- myq105.com07:00
Aug. 15 is a huge day in rock history. It’s the day when arguably the most well-known and influential festival in history opened its gates, but it was not the...
Sun, 16 August 2026
1 report- wmgk.com07:00
Aug. 16 is a meaningful day in rock history. Some of the world’s biggest music artists made their debuts, and others said goodbye. Keep reading to discover all the major...
Thu, 20 August 2026
1 report- wmgk.com07:00
This day in rock history — Aug. 20 — marks pivotal moments from icons such as The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, plus a few standout shows and notable milestones....
Fri, 21 August 2026
1 report- q1075.com19:29
Aug. 21 has been an important date in music history, with major album milestones, memorable concerts, cultural moments and industry developments. From Harry Sty
Sun, 23 August 2026
1 report- 963kklz.com10:00
Aug. 23 is a notable day in rock history, with milestones and memorable moments for artists such as Johnny Cash, The Who, and Queen. These are some of the most...
Mon, 24 August 2026
2 reports- nova.ie06:00
Every day on Radio Nova, just before 11am, we play a couple of songs key to “today in music history” Have a listen! But for now – here’s some light reading
- q1075.com20:49
From Billie Eilish's “bad guy” reaching No. 1 to the recording of Queen's “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Aug. 24 is packed with memorable moments in music history
Tue, 25 August 2026
2 reports- myq105.com07:00
Aug. 25 is a pretty eventful day in rock history, with future legends breaking into the mainstream and established artists cementing their place at the top of the rock hierarchy....
- q1075.com20:33
August 25 has delivered some of music history's most memorable highs and lows. The date has been marked by landmark album releases, career-changing performances
Wed, 26 August 2026
2 reports- wcsx.com07:00
Aug. 26 is an eventful day in rock history. Besides famous names such as The Beatles and The Rolling Stones celebrating career milestones, it’s also the anniversary of one of...
- q1075.com20:26
On Aug. 26, 2017, Kendrick Lamar's fourth album, DMN., returned to No. 1, marking another major achievement for the acclaimed rapper. The album's success helped
Thu, 27 August 2026
1 report- q1075.com20:43
Aug. 27 music history offers a fascinating look at the unpredictability of the music industry. Over the years, the date has been associated with major chart ac
Fri, 28 August 2026
1 report- wrif.com04:00
The date of Aug. 28 will forever be remembered in the rock world as the day when Bob Dylan met The Beatles. However, that’s not the only major event to...
Sat, 29 August 2026
1 report- iheart.com12:00
Find out what mischief Slipknot were up to on this day in 2000 and what cool thing Metallica did for fans in '03.
Tue, 1 September 2026
1 report- myq105.com07:00
Sept. 1 was a pretty busy day in the rock world throughout the years. Bands like INXS and Motley Crue announced themselves to the world, while Fleetwood Mac was saying...
Wed, 2 September 2026
1 report- q1075.com20:44
Sept. 2 has seen some memorable moments in pop music history over the years. Hit singles were released, awards were won, legendary performances took place, and
Thu, 3 September 2026
1 report- ilovebobfm.com04:00
Sept. 3 is an important day for many rock fans. It includes milestones from artists such as Judas Priest and The Beatles. Keep reading to discover the most important rock-related...
1 reprint
- 963kklz.com3 Sept, 07:00their copy
Fri, 4 September 2026
1 report- iheart.com12:00
Find out what someone paid for Hendrix's burnt guitar in 2008 and who left the Foo Fighters in '97.
Sat, 5 September 2026
1 report- ilovebobfm.com07:00
This day in rock music history is marked by the birthday of one of its most legendary figures. Other notable names, such as The Beatles, Aerosmith, and Dire Straits, also...
Sun, 6 September 2026
1 report- wrif.com07:00
Sept. 6 is significant in rock history. It’s the day that Pink Floyd founding member Roger Waters was born, and it also marks the last time fans saw Jimi Hendrix...
Mon, 7 September 2026
1 report- ilovebobfm.com07:00
Sept. 7 marks the birthday of one of rock’s pioneers and the sad passing of one of the best rock drummers in history. Keep reading to discover other events that...
1 reprint
- myq105.com7 Sept, 07:00their copy
Thu, 10 September 2026
1 report- wrif.com07:00
Sept. 10 is a momentous day in rock history, with bands such as Nirvana, Guns N’ Roses, and KISS reaching significant milestones, and Aerosmith celebrating their lead guitarist. Continue reading...
Mon, 14 September 2026
1 report- iheart.com12:00
Find out why The Cars won big in '84 and what Metallica started working on in '98.
Tue, 15 September 2026
1 report- ilovebobfm.com07:00
Sep. 15 is a bittersweet day in rock history. It’s when members of legendary bands such as Pink Floyd and the Ramones left us, but it’s also when bands such...
Wed, 16 September 2026
1 report- myq105.com07:00
A lot of things happened in rock history on Sept. 16. It’s the last time that the public got to see the impressive Jimi Hendrix perform, and it’s also the...
1 reprint
- k1047.com16 Sept, 07:00their copy
Sun, 20 September 2026
1 report- ilovebobfm.com07:00
Sept. 20 has had its fair share of significant rock-related stories. From the end of The Beatles to the beginning of Led Zeppelin, these are some of the major events...
Wed, 23 September 2026
1 report- wror.com07:00
Sept. 23 is a significant day in rock history. Besides being “The Boss’” birthday, it’s also the day the world first heard David Bowie’s hit song “Heroes” and the day...
Sun, 27 September 2026
1 report- wcsx.com07:00
Sept. 27 marks the anniversary of several famous birthdays as well as the tragic death of Metallica’s original bass player. These are some of the most important events in rock...
1 reprint
- wjrz.com27 Sept, 07:00their copy
Tue, 29 September 2026
2 reports- wcsx.com07:00
On this day in rock history, The Police got their big break, and Grand Funk Railroad’s most well-known song reached No. 1 on the charts. Continue reading to learn more...
- q1075.com19:22
September 29 has been an important date in music history, with major album releases, chart-topping singles, memorable performances, and milestones involving som
Wed, 30 September 2026
1 report- wdhafm.com07:00
Sept. 30 is a significant day in rock history. It marks the birth of a legend and the release of many notable albums and singles. Keep reading to discover important...
Mon, 5 October 2026
1 report- iheart.com12:00
Find out who The Foreskins were and why they sounded so much like Motley Crue on this day in 1989.
Tue, 6 October 2026
1 report- wmgk.com07:00
Oct. 6 is a bittersweet day for rock music fans — the world lost two iconic musicians, but it’s also the anniversary of some iconic albums and songs. Keep reading...
Wed, 7 October 2026
1 report- nova.ie06:00
Every day on Radio Nova, just before 11am, we play a couple of songs key to “today in music history” Have a listen! But for now – here’s some light reading
Wed, 14 October 2026
1 report- myq105.com07:00
Oct. 14 has seen plenty of important moments for rock fans, from The Everly Brothers’ early rock and roll success to Iron Maiden and KISS releasing amazing live recordings and...
Tue, 20 October 2026
1 report- iheart.com12:00
October 20th is a tragic day that will live in infamy for Lynyrd Skynyrd.