October 05

 Brian Johnson

October 5, 1947

Brian Johnson first gained recognition as the lead singer of Geordie, joining the band in 1971 and appearing on albums including Hope You Like It and Don't Be Fooled by the Name. His powerful voice and energetic stage presence made him one of the most distinctive hard rock vocalists to emerge from the early 1970s.

In 1980, Johnson was chosen to replace Bon Scott as the lead singer of AC/DC. His first album with the band, Back in Black, became one of the best-selling albums in rock history. He went on to appear on albums including For Those About to Rock We Salute You, The Razors Edge, Ballbreaker, and Black Ice while helping AC/DC remain one of the world's most successful rock bands.

Outside of music, Johnson has pursued interests in automobiles and motorsports while continuing to record and tour with AC/DC. He remains active in music in 2026.

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Steve Miller

October 5, 1943

Steve Miller formed the Steve Miller Band in 1966 after developing his skills as a guitarist and singer in the Chicago and San Francisco music scenes. The group became part of the late 1960s blues-rock movement with albums including Children of the Future, Sailor, Brave New World, and Your Saving Grace. Miller's guitar work, vocals, and songwriting guided the band's direction from its formation onward.

During the 1970s, the Steve Miller Band achieved major commercial success with albums such as The Joker, Fly Like an Eagle, and Book of Dreams. Songs including "The Joker," "Fly Like an Eagle," "Rock'n Me," "Jet Airliner," and "Take the Money and Run" became staples of rock radio and helped establish the group as one of the decade's most successful acts.

Miller continued recording, touring, and performing under the Steve Miller Band name for decades. He remains active in music in 2026.

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Eddie Clarke

October 5, 1950 – January 10, 2018

Born Edward Allan Clarke, Eddie Clarke began his professional career with bands including Zeus and Curtis Knight's group before joining Motörhead in 1976. As the band's guitarist, he became part of the classic lineup with Lemmy and Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor. His guitar work helped define the sound of albums such as Overkill, Bomber, Ace of Spades, and Iron Fist during Motörhead's most influential years.

Known to fans as "Fast" Eddie Clarke, he combined aggressive riffs with blues-based lead playing that became a key element of Motörhead's music. He left the band in 1982 and soon formed Fastway with former UFO bassist Pete Way. The group released several albums during the 1980s and achieved success with songs including "Say What You Will."

Clarke remained active in music through Fastway reunions, guest appearances, and other projects. His work with Motörhead and Fastway secured his place among the notable guitarists of hard rock and heavy metal.

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Brian Connolly

October 5, 1945 – February 9, 1997

Born Brian Francis Connolly, Brian Connolly co-founded Sweet in 1968 and became the band's lead singer during the height of the glam rock era. His distinctive vocals helped drive a string of hit singles including "Funny Funny," "Co-Co," "Little Willy," "Block Buster!," "Hell Raiser," "The Ballroom Blitz," "Fox on the Run," and "Love Is Like Oxygen." He appeared on albums such as Sweet Fanny Adams, Desolation Boulevard, Give Us a Wink, Off the Record, and Level Headed.

Throughout the 1970s, Connolly's voice and stage presence made him one of the most recognizable figures in glam rock. As Sweet moved from bubblegum pop toward a harder rock sound, he remained the focal point of the band's commercial success and international popularity.

After leaving Sweet in 1979, Connolly pursued a solo career and later led his own version of the band under the names Brian Connolly's Sweet and New Sweet. His work with Sweet helped establish the group as one of the defining acts of 1970s glam rock.

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