On this day in history: February 18th – Rock music milestones

The rock music industry has been shaped by notable events and influential figures born on February 18. Yoko Ono, who later became the wife of John Lennon, was born on this day in 1933. In 1947, Dennis DeYoung from Styx and a year later, Keith Knudsen from The Doobie Brothers entered the world. These births, among others, have made February 18 a significant day in rock music history.

Furthermore, February 18 saw the release of impactful rock songs and the birth of cultural milestones that have influenced the industry. In 1965, The Kinks reached No. 1 in the U.K. with their song “Tired of Waiting for You,” which also charted at No. 6 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. Similarly, in 1978, Kansas’ “Dust in the Wind” entered the Billboard chart, becoming the band’s only Top 10 hit single in the U.S., reaching No. 6 on the chart.

In terms of cultural impact, February 18 has been marked by significant events. In 1956, Kay Starr made history as the first female rock and roll artist to have a No. 1 hit song with “Rock and Roll Waltz,” which held its position for six weeks. Additionally, in 2006, The Rolling Stones performed a free concert in Rio de Janeiro, drawing an estimated crowd of 1.5 million people a week before Carnival.

The significance of February 18 in rock music history is further solidified by notable recordings and performances. In 1966, The Beach Boys recorded their third No. 1 hit in the U.S. with “Good Vibrations,” a song that was a collaboration with Brian Wilson, one of the band’s co-founders. These milestones and achievements have contributed to shaping the landscape of rock music and showcasing the talent and creativity within the industry.