Rock And Roll History April 24th
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April 24th is a date that has seen several notable events in rock and pop history, making it memorable for music fans.
Key music history moments on April 24:
1969 – Paul McCartney denies rumors of his death
The former Beatles member publicly refuted persistent rumors that he had passed away, reassuring fans and the public iHeart.
1976 – Paul McCartney’s fifth #1 album
Wings’ Wings at the Speed of Sound topped the charts, marking McCartney’s fifth solo number-one album after The Beatles iHeart.
1976 – Final Beatles reunion with John Lennon
Paul and Linda McCartney spent the evening with John Lennon at his New York apartment, watching Saturday Night Live. Producer Lorne Michaels offered them a chance to play three songs live, but they declined, saying they were too tired. This was the last time they were together iHeart.
1990 – Unexploded WWII bomb found for The Wall
Roger Waters’ road crew discovered an unexploded World War II bomb while setting up for the The Wall concert in Germany iHeart.
1992 – David Bowie marries Iman
The iconic musician wed supermodel Iman in Switzerland iHeart.
1996 – Scott Weiland’s rehab announcement
Stone Temple Pilots bassist Robert DeLeo revealed that lead singer Scott Weiland was in drug rehab and unable to perform iHeart.
2000 – Limp Bizkit’s Back to Basics tour
The band announced a 24-date tour featuring Cypress Hill iHeart.
