100 Days That Changed Music
March 21, 2008
The evolution of music has seen its share of twists, turns, and long, winding roads, but even the most casual fan can identify some watershed moments.
Blender took the idea of important moments a few steps further, putting together its list of the 100 Days That Changed Music.
These are the Top 10:
1. February 9, 1964: The Beatles on Ed Sullivan.
2. August 11, 1973: Kool DJ Herc invents hip-hop.
3. June 1, 1999: Napster released.
4. March 30, 1994: Kurt Cobain buys a shotgun and a box of ammunition.
5. August 1, 1981: MTV debuts.
6. October 25, 1997: Dr. Dre hears Eminem freestyling on KPWR’s “Wake Up Show” in L.A.
7 . March 2, 1983: MTV airs “Billie Jean” video.
8. December 21, 1960: Bob Dylan leaves Minnesota.
9. May 6, 1965: Keith Richards writes the “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” riff.
10. April 26, 1977: Studio 54 opens.
You get the picture. To find out why these were chosen, and to see the rest, visit Blender.
