The American rock and roll pioneer, and Be-Bop-A-Lula singer Gene Vincent dies on this day 1971. On a visit to his fathers in California, Vincent suffered a ruptured stomach ulcer causing his death at just age 36.
Previous Albums Of The Day
 No.1497 12/10/2020
The Sufjan Stevens album The Age of Adz celebrates a 10th anniversary today! A personal LP, with musical themes exploring electronics and orchestration. The change in style received mixed reviews, however cemented Stevens as a much loved artist. |
 No.1133 12/10/2019
The Fleetwood Mac double album Tusk is 40 years old today! The follow up to Rumours was always going to be a challenge, so they went big. At the time the most expensive LP recorded, includes Sara and title track. Been called Mac’s White Album. fleetwoodmac.com |
 No.767 12/10/2018
The debut Chaka Khan album Chaka is 40 years old today! Chaka was her chance to show she could make it on her own, outside of Rufus. She held her own! Includes one of Khan’s signature tunes, the Ashford & Simpson written I’m Every Woman. chakakhan.com |
 No.402 12/10/2017
The Haunted Man by Bat For Lashes is 5 years old today. A restrained dreamlike fairytale, reminds me of Kate Bush. Love Laura and title track. batforlashes.com |