JOHN BONHAM – Led Zeppelin John Henry Bonham (31 May 1948 – 25 September 1980)  John Henry “Bonzo” Bonham was an English musician and songwriter, best known as the drummer for the English rock band Led Zeppelin. Esteemed for his speed, power, fast single-footed kick drumming, distinctive sound, and feel for the groove, he is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential rock drummers in history.

Remembering John Bonham: The Legendary Drummer of Led Zeppelin   John Henry Bonham, affectionately known…

45 years ago, on April 5, 1980, before even having a band name, R.E.M. played their first ever gig at St Mary’s Episcopal Church in Athens, Georgia.  The band– vocalist Michael Stipe, bassist Mike Mills, guitarist Peter Buck, and drummer Bill Berry, performed a set filled with originals and covers of 1960s and 1970s tracks for a local DJ and friend’s birthday party near the University of……see details 

April 5, 1980: R.E.M. Plays Their First Ever Gig at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in…