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  1. On This Day: June 27 1989 – Pete Townshend Releases The Iron Man: The Musical

    On This Day: June 27 1989 – Pete Townshend Releases The Iron Man: The Musical

    On this day June 27 1989, Pete Townshend released The Iron Man, a concept album and musical adaptation of Ted Hughes’ 1968 children's book. Blending theatrical storytelling with rock instrumentation, the album featured guest appearances from fellow members of The Who, including Roger Daltrey and...
  2. On This Day: June 27 1989 – The B-52’s Release Cosmic Thing

    On This Day: June 27 1989 – The B-52’s Release Cosmic Thing

    On this day June 27 1989, The B-52’s released their fifth studio album Cosmic Thing. The album marked a major comeback for the band after a period of personal loss and creative uncertainty, and it became their most commercially successful release. Cosmic Thing peaked at number four on the...
  3. On This Day: June 27 1988 – Riders in the Sky Release Riders Radio Theater

    On This Day: June 27 1988 – Riders in the Sky Release Riders Radio Theater

    On this day June 27 1988, Riders in the Sky released their seventh album, Riders Radio Theater. Inspired by the golden age of radio, the album captured the spirit of old time Western broadcasts, blending music, comedy, and storytelling into a unique listening experience. Riders Radio Theater...
  4. On This Day: June 27 1986 – Queensrÿche Releases Rage for Order

    On This Day: June 27 1986 – Queensrÿche Releases Rage for Order

    On this day June 27 1986, Queensrÿche released their second studio album Rage for Order. The album marked a shift in the band’s sound, incorporating more synthesizers and progressive elements while maintaining their heavy metal roots. Peaking at number 47 on the Billboard album chart, Rage for...
  5. On This Day: June 27 1985 – Lee Aaron Releases Call of the Wild

    On This Day: June 27 1985 – Lee Aaron Releases Call of the Wild

    On this day June 27 1985, Canadian rocker Lee Aaron released her third studio album Call of the Wild. Known for her powerful vocals and strong presence in the hard rock scene, Aaron continued building her reputation with this energetic release. The album featured a mix of melodic rock anthems...
  6. On This Day: June 27 1983 – Twisted Sister Releases You Can’t Stop Rock n Roll

    On This Day: June 27 1983 – Twisted Sister Releases You Can’t Stop Rock n Roll

    On this day June 27 1983, Twisted Sister released their second studio album You Can’t Stop Rock n Roll. The record marked a turning point for the band, helping them gain traction in the United States and building momentum for their breakthrough the following year. Though it peaked at number 164...
  7. On This Day: June 27 1989 – Danger Danger Releases Their Debut Album

    On This Day: June 27 1989 – Danger Danger Releases Their Debut Album

    On this day June 27 1989, glam metal band Danger Danger released their self titled debut album. Known for their slick production, catchy hooks, and energetic style, the band entered the late 80s rock scene with a sound that fit right in alongside groups like Warrant and Poison. The album...
  8. On This Day: June 27 1981 – Motörhead Releases No Sleep ‘til Hammersmith

    On This Day: June 27 1981 – Motörhead Releases No Sleep ‘til Hammersmith

    On this day June 27 1981, Motörhead released their powerful live album No Sleep ‘til Hammersmith. Capturing the raw energy of their performances during their Ace of Spades tour, the album featured blistering live versions of tracks like Bomber and Overkill. Fueled by a loyal fanbase and word of...
  9. On This Day: June 27 1980 – Xanadu Soundtrack Released

    On This Day: June 27 1980 – Xanadu Soundtrack Released

    On this day June 27 1980, the soundtrack for Xanadu was released, featuring Olivia Newton John and the Electric Light Orchestra. While the film itself received mixed reviews, the music became a massive hit and outshined the movie in popularity. The soundtrack reached number four on the...
  10. On This Day: June 27 1988 – Motown Records Sold to MCA for 61 Million Dollars

    On This Day: June 27 1988 – Motown Records Sold to MCA for 61 Million Dollars

    On this day June 27 1988, Motown Records, the iconic label that launched the careers of artists like Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, and The Jackson 5, was sold to MCA Records for 61 million dollars. The sale marked the end of an era, as Motown transitioned from an independent Black...
  11. On This Day: June 27 1988 – 20 Years of Jethro Tull Box Set Released

    On This Day: June 27 1988 – 20 Years of Jethro Tull Box Set Released

    On this day June 27 1988, Jethro Tull released the box set 20 Years of Jethro Tull, a comprehensive celebration of the band’s two decades of music. The collection featured rare recordings, unreleased tracks, live performances, and classic cuts that spanned the group’s progressive rock journey...
  12. On This Day: June 27 1989 – Don Henley Releases The End of Innocence

    On This Day: June 27 1989 – Don Henley Releases The End of Innocence

    On this day June 27 1989, Don Henley released his third solo album The End of Innocence. Known for its introspective lyrics and polished production, the album explored themes of political disillusionment, personal reflection, and the complexities of American life. The title track, co written...
  13. On This Day: June 27, 1987 – I Wanna Dance With Somebody Becomes Number One in America

    On This Day: June 27, 1987 – I Wanna Dance With Somebody Becomes Number One in America

    On this day June 27, 1987, Whitney Houston’s I Wanna Dance With Somebody reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The upbeat anthem kicked off a two week stay at the top, holding the number one spot from June 27 through July 10. The song was a global smash, also hitting number one in the...
  14. On This Day: June 27 1989 – King's X Releases Gretchen Goes to Nebraska

    On This Day: June 27 1989 – King's X Releases Gretchen Goes to Nebraska

    On this day June 27 1989, King's X released their second studio album Gretchen Goes to Nebraska. A concept album inspired by a short story written by drummer Jerry Gaskill, the record blended progressive rock, heavy metal, gospel, and soul influences into a sound that was entirely their own...
  15. On This Day: June 27, 1981 – Bette Davis Eyes Returns to Number One in America

    On This Day: June 27, 1981 – Bette Davis Eyes Returns to Number One in America

    On this day June 27, 1981, Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes returned to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 after briefly slipping to number two. The song first reached number one on May 16 and held the top spot through June 19. After one week off the throne, it reclaimed number one on June 27 and...
  16. Will to Power - Dreamin' - Original Thrust Records Mix

    Will to Power - Dreamin' - Original Thrust Records Mix

    Written, Produced, Mixed and Performed by Bob Rosenberg...Power 96 was the first radio station to add Dreamin' in 1987... During the 36 weeks that it remaine...
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  17. On This Day: June 26, 1989 – Bad English Releases Their Debut Album

    On This Day: June 26, 1989 – Bad English Releases Their Debut Album

    On this day June 26, 1989, supergroup Bad English released their self titled debut album. Formed by members of Journey and The Babys, including vocalist John Waite and keyboardist Jonathan Cain, the band combined polished arena rock with powerful ballads. The album reached number 21 on the...
  18. On This Day: June 26, 1987 – Rosanne Cash Releases King's Record Shop

    On This Day: June 26, 1987 – Rosanne Cash Releases King's Record Shop

    On this day June 26, 1987, Rosanne Cash released her sixth studio album King's Record Shop. Named after a real record store in Louisville, Kentucky, the album showcased her blend of country and rock with a modern edge that helped her stand apart from traditional country acts of the time. Though...
  19. On This Day: June 26, 1984 – Icehouse Releases Sidewalk

    On This Day: June 26, 1984 – Icehouse Releases Sidewalk

    On this day June 26, 1984, Australian band Icehouse released their third studio album Sidewalk. Blending new wave and synth driven pop, the album marked a shift toward a more atmospheric sound while still keeping the band’s melodic edge. Sidewalk reached number 8 on the Australian charts and...
  20. On This Day: June 25, 1982 – Come on Eileen Tops the Charts in the United Kingdom

    On This Day: June 25, 1982 – Come on Eileen Tops the Charts in the United Kingdom

    On this day June 25, 1982, Come on Eileen by Dexys Midnight Runners reached number one in the United Kingdom. Blending Celtic folk influences with pop energy, the song became an instant anthem with its fiddle driven melody and unforgettable chorus. Led by Kevin Rowland, the band crafted a track...
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