Why January 19th Matters In Rock History

It’s January 19th and here are some reasons why this day matters in rock history:

- In 1980, Pink Floyd’s The Wall started a 15-week run at No. 1 on the album chart.

- In 1988, Bon Jovi and Mötley Crüe’s manager Doc McGhee pleaded guilty to importing more than 40,000 pounds of marijuana to the US from Colombia on a shrimp boat. He received a five-year suspended prison sentence, a fine of $15,000 U.S. and was ordered to set up an anti-drugs foundation.

- In 1993, Fleetwood Mac reunited to perform at Bill Clinton’s presidential inauguration.

- In 1988, Metallica began recording their fourth album, ...And Justice for All.

- In 2011, Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler made his debut as a judge on American Idol.

- And in 1994, Axl Rose showed up on time for the ninth Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony to induct Elton John. He also performed “Come Together” with Bruce Springsteen at the event. It would be his last public appearance until 1998.