May 06
Bob Seger
May 6, 1945
Bob Seger established himself within the Detroit circuit by fronting The Bob Seger System, where he performed on guitar, piano, and keyboards. This early venture produced the hard-driving album Ramblin' Gamblin' Man in 1969. Following a brief period as a solo artist, he assembled the Silver Bullet Band in 1974, a group he has led through 2026.
His rise to national prominence arrived with the 1976 release of Live Bullet and the studio masterpiece Night Moves. These recordings highlighted his gravelly vocals and blue-collar storytelling. He continued a run of multi-platinum success with the albums Stranger in Town and Against the Wind. Throughout this era, he remained a prolific songwriter, delivering numerous rock staples and touring extensively with his dedicated ensemble.
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Mike Ratledge
May 6, 1943 – February 5, 2025
Soft Machine featured Michael Ronald Ratledge as a founding member who performed on organ, piano, and synthesizers from 1966 to 1976. His fuzz-distorted Lowrey organ helped define the Canterbury scene on influential albums like Third and Fourth. He remained the sole original constant until his departure, significantly shaping the group's transition from psychedelic pop into complex jazz-fusion.
His technical keyboard contributions appeared on various projects through 1980, including collaborations with David Bedford. He maintained a presence in the professional recording world, noted for his unique sonic textures.
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