May 15
Brian Eno
May 15, 1948
Brian Peter George St John le Baptiste de la Salle Eno utilized his technical expertise to shape the early sonic identity of Roxy Music. He operated the synthesizer and treated the group's sound as a non-instrumentalist from 1971 to 1973. This stint produced two influential albums where his electronic textures contrasted with the art rock foundation. Following his departure, he transitioned into a solo career, releasing landmark records that moved from eccentric pop toward the creation of ambient music.
He also became a sought-after collaborator and producer during the late seventies. Working alongside David Bowie on the acclaimed Berlin Trilogy, he contributed keyboards and various electronic treatments. Additionally, he produced groundbreaking albums for Talking Heads and Devo, significantly shaping the post-punk and new wave landscapes before the decade concluded.
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Freddie Salem
May 15, 1954 – September 23, 2024
As a lead guitarist and singer, Freddie Salem joined the southern rock group Outlaws in 1977. He arrived as a replacement for Henry Paul and remained with the ensemble until 1983. During the late seventies, he participated in the creation of studio albums such as Playin to Win and In the Eye of the Storm.
The high energy of his performance style was captured on the 1978 double live album Bring It Back Alive. Before finding success with the band, he served as a guitarist for the Chambers Brothers starting in 1973. Throughout these years, he frequently contributed to the songwriting process and helped maintain the signature triple guitar attack of the group. His stage presence and technical proficiency were central to the touring identity of the Outlaws.
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