Jax Music Fans Recall Rock History Milestones - Oct 9
Local music fans can celebrate several key rock history moments that occurred on October 9, including Bruce Springsteen's Giants Stadium farewell, the dedication of Strawberry Fields in Central Park, and the birthdays of John Lennon, Jackson Browne, John Entwistle, and Kurt Neumann.
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Duval County music enthusiasts can recall significant rock history moments that occurred on October 9th. While these events didn't happen locally, they represent milestones for influential musicians, potentially inspiring Jacksonville's next generation of artists.
On Oct. 9, 2009, Bruce Springsteen performed the final concert at Giants Stadium, debuting an early version of his song "Wrecking Ball," written for the occasion. This show marked the end of an era for the venue.
On Oct. 9, 1985, New York City's Central Park officially dedicated Strawberry Fields on what would have been John Lennon’s 45th birthday. The memorial features an "Imagine" mosaic and serves as a landmark near Lennon's former home at The Dakota.
The date also marks the birthdays of several musicians: guitarist Kurt Neumann of BoDeans (born 1961), singer-songwriter Jackson Browne (born 1948), and The Who bassist John Entwistle (born 1944). John Lennon himself was born on Oct. 9, 1940.
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