May 09
Tom Peterson
May 9, 1950
Thomas Norman Peterson helped establish the hard rock foundation of Illinois by co-founding Cheap Trick in 1973. As the bass guitarist for the band from 1973 to 1980 and 1987 to the present, he gained significant recognition for his pioneering use of the twelve-string bass guitar. His heavy, resonant tone became a signature element of the group’s power pop sound on their self-titled debut and the follow-up Color In Your Life.
The massive success of the live album At Budokan in 1978 propelled him into the international spotlight. He contributed melodic yet driving rhythms to multi-platinum records like Heaven Tonight and Dream Police. Before his departure in 1980, his creative energy and visual presence were vital to the quartet's peak era.
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Billy Joel
May 9, 1949
William Martin Joel participated in the heavy metal duo Attila during 1969 before transitioning into a solo career that defined the singer-songwriter era. As the lead vocalist and pianist for his own ensemble from 1971 to the present, he initially struggled with his debut before finding commercial footing with the release of Piano Man in 1973. His rhythmic sensibility on the keys provided a melodic anchor for diverse arrangements that blended pop sensibilities with sophisticated storytelling.
Following the success of The Stranger in 1977, he secured his status as a premier performer. He continued to refine his craft on albums like 52nd Street and Glass Houses, which showcased his versatility across rock and jazz-influenced styles. By 1980, he had earned multiple industry accolades for his contributions to the modern American songbook.
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