Rock History: March 21st Milestones and Birthdays
On March 21st, 1994, Bruce Springsteen achieved an Oscar win for Best Original Song with "Streets Of Philadelphia" from the movie "Philadelphia," which also starred Tom Hanks, who won Best Actor. Initially expecting a more upbeat song, Hanks and director Jonathan Demme approached Springsteen for the track.
In 1988, Lynyrd Skynyrd released their album "Southern By The Grace Of God," their second live album from the 1987 tribute tour honoring deceased band members. Following the tour, the band resumed recording new material and embarked on regular tours.
The Moondog Coronation Ball took place in Cleveland, Ohio, on this date in 1952, considered the first-ever Rock concert. Organized by DL Alan Freed, who coined the term "Rock and Roll," the event was abruptly shut down after just one song.
Today marks the birthdays of two Long Island rockers, Slim Jim Phantom and Eddie Money, both from The Stray Cats. Explore more rock history stories from Joe on this day.