thebuzzr Independent Music Coverage

October 1, 1962 

The Beach Boys release their first album, Surfin’ Safari, which includes their debut single, “Surfin’.” The album climbs to #32 in the US.

October 2, 2017 

Tom Petty, 66, goes into cardiac arrest at his Malibu home. He is taken to UCLA medical center, but cannot be revived. Later that night, after his friends and family gather, he is taken off life support.

October 3, 2003 

School of Rock opens in theaters, starring Jack Black as a musician who poses as a substitute teacher and forms a band with the students. Classic rock abounds in the film, with teachable moments soundtracked to “Highway to Hell,” “Smoke on the Water” and even “Immigrant Song” – a track secured after Black made a video literally begging Led Zeppelin to let them use it. The movie is also notable for featuring Miranda Cosgrove’s acting debut.

October 4, 1970 

Janis Joplin is found dead at the Landmark Hotel in Los Angeles after a heroin overdose. She was just 27.

October 5, 1978 

Dolly Parton becomes the first country singer to pose for Playboy.