The Red Rocker has another honor to add to his list. Sammy Hagar has been named honorary ambassador of Los Cabos, Mexico. Hagar was presented a medal at an award ceremony that was presided over by secretary of tourism.
Amidst many cancellations, the Eagles have extended their Hotel California tour with 12 new dates. The tour features a full performance of their blockbuster album and will now visit 12 more cities this spring.
In the History of Rock in 1958 – Gibson guitars launched it’s “Flying V” electric guitar. Guitarists who played a Flying V include Jimi Hendrix, Marc Bolan and Billy Gibbons.
In 1968 – The Beatles Magical Mystery Tour started an eight-week run at number one on the U.S. album chart. It was the group’s 11th U.S. chart topper.
And in 1975 – The mayor of Boston cancelled a Led Zeppelin concert after 2,000 fans rioted trying to buy tickets. The fans caused an estimated $75,000 damage at Boston Garden.