Rock And Roll History August 27th

August 27th is remembered for a mix of bizarre, tragic, and landmark moments in rock music — from a Guns N’ Roses guitarist’s arrest to the death of Stevie Ray Vaughan, the release of Pearl Jam’s Ten, and the breakup of Oasis

According to iHeart’s “Why August 27th Matters” feature, here are the key events:

1989 – Izzy Stradlin’s arrest: Guns N’ Roses guitarist Izzy Stradlin was arrested in Phoenix after urinating on the floor of a plane, reportedly because he was upset to have to wait to use the bathroom

1990 – Stevie Ray Vaughan’s death: Blues legend Stevie Ray Vaughan died at age 35 in a helicopter crash in Wisconsin, just after performing a show

1991 – Pearl Jam’s debut album: Pearl Jam released their hit debut album Ten, which included classics like “Alive,” “Even Flow,” and “Jeremy,” cementing their place in rock history

2009 – Oasis splits up: Oasis ended their career after Noel Gallagher quit, saying he could no longer work with his brother Liam. The brothers had been estranged, barely spoke, and only saw each other on stage

These events combine humor, tragedy, and major milestones, making August 27th a notable date in rock history. iHeart notes that the day is a mix of “nasty” and “tragic” moments, as well as a significant release that shaped alternative rock