LRRC EP836: 10 Underrated Rock Albums of the 1980’s, Fly Me Courageous, AC/DC

Loudini: 10 Underrated Rock Albums from the 1980s(Rock ‘N Rewind), Creating Your Best Art(not what you think)(world of creatives); who is it for? Set limitations. Obsession not inspiration. Perfectionism is b.s.(quantity creates quality), feedback during the process,

 

Riff of the week: Fly Me Courageous

 

Pittsburgh Kevin: AC/DC, no musical talent, the truck incident, so bad it’s good; the final countdown

 

Movie Corner: Beverly Hills Cop, Jaws, Thunderheart, Andor Season 2, Catch me if you can, Star Wars vs Star Trek(reason tv),

 

This Week In Rock History:

 

Certainly! Here's a curated list of over 20 notable classic rock events that occurred between May 11 and May 17 throughout history, encompassing album releases, single launches, significant concerts, and more:

🎶 Singles & Albums Released

1. The Beach Boys released “I Get Around” and its B-side “Don’t Worry Baby” on May 11, 1964, marking a significant moment in surf rock history.
   
   
2. The Beatles released “The Long and Winding Road” on May 11, 1970, which became their final U.S. number one single.
   
   
3. Bruce Springsteen released “Spirit in the Night” on May 11, 1973, showcasing his storytelling prowess.
   
   
4. George Harrison released “All Those Years Ago” on May 11, 1981, a tribute to John Lennon.
   
   
5. Phil Collins released “Sussudio” on May 11, 1985, which became one of his signature solo hits.
   
   
6. Rainbow released their acclaimed album Rising on May 17, 1976, featuring the powerful vocals of Ronnie James Dio.
   
   

🎤 Historic Concerts & Tours

1. Grateful Dead performed five legendary shows from May 11–17, 1977, later compiled into the May 1977 live album box set.
   
   
2. Led Zeppelin played the first of five sold-out nights at London's Earls Court Arena on May 17, 1975, a highlight of their touring career.
   
   
3. The Who pre-taped a performance of “Pictures of Lily” for Top of the Pops on May 17, 1967, during a busy day that also included a live show in Stevenage.
   
   
4. Wings kicked off their first official tour at the Bristol Hippodrome on May 11, 1973, marking Paul McCartney's return to live performance.
   
   
5. Alice Cooper performed at The Forum in Inglewood, California, on May 11, 1973, delivering his theatrical brand of rock.
   
   

📺 Television Appearances & Media Moments

1. Elton John was awarded a Platinum record for his album Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy on May 17, 1975, the first album to achieve this on its release day.
   
   
2. Paul and Linda McCartney hosted NBC's Saturday Night Live on May 17, 1980, performing their new single “Coming Up.”
   
   
3. The Carpenters aired their TV special Space Encounters on ABC on May 17, 1978, blending music with a sci-fi theme.
   
   
4. Pete Townshend recorded an interview for the BBC's Dateline London and The Who pre-taped a Top of the Pops insert on May 17, 1967.
   
   

📰 Industry Milestones & Chart Achievements

1. On May 17, 1969, it was reported that, for the first time, album sales in the UK had surpassed single sales, indicating a shift in consumer preferences.
   
   
2. Yes received Gold records for both Yessongs and The Yes Album on May 17, 1973, solidifying their status in progressive rock.
   
   
3. Earth, Wind & Fire began a three-week run at the top of the Billboard Hot 200 album chart with the soundtrack to That's The Way Of The World on May 17, 1975.
   
   
4. The Doobie Brothers released their comeback album Cycles on May 17, 1989, featuring the hit single “The Doctor.”
   
   
5. Joni Mitchell was featured on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine on May 17, 1969, highlighting her influence in the music world.
   
   

📰 Recent Developments (2025)

1. The Who announced their final farewell tour, The Song Is Over North American Farewell Tour, with pre-sale tickets starting May 13 and general sales on May 16.
   
   
2. David Lee Roth launched ticket sales for his 2025 North American tour on May 9, marking his return to the stage after a five-year hiatus.
   
   
3. Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead joined Sammy Hagar onstage in Las Vegas on May 7, 2025, for a surprise performance during Hagar's residency.
   
   

Alice In Chains canceled their May 11, 2025, show in Ohio due to drummer Sean Kinney experiencing a medical emergency during soundcheck.