Today in Musical Milestones: Sun Records founder and rock ’n’ roll pioneer Sam Phillips was born on this date 100 years ago; and exactly five decades later in 1973, Bruce Springsteen released his debut album Greetings From Asbury Park, N.J. I think it’s fair to say that our cultural landscape would be drastically different if either of those events had not occurred. Will any of today’s 78 singles, videos, cover tunes, remixes, golden oldies and live recordings make the same kind of immortal impact? Only time will tell. But if they do, remember: You heard it here first. Your Tinnitist-approved tunes are tagged with a 🎂. Close your eyes and make a wish:
