🎶 This Week in Music History: May 12–18

Welcome back! Each week, we'll journey through the archives to spotlight major moments in music history that happened during this week over the years. From iconic album releases to unforgettable performances and turning points, here’s what made music history between May 12 and 18.

📅 May 12

• 1967 – Pink Floyd Debuts Surround Sound Live
  🎵 Pink Floyd performed the first-ever surround sound concert at the "Games for May" event in London, pioneering immersive audio experiences in live music.

• 1953 – Symphony of Southeast Texas Performs First Concert
  🎵 The Symphony of Southeast Texas, originally the Beaumont Symphony Orchestra, held its inaugural performance, marking the beginning of a rich musical tradition.

📅 May 13

• 1950 – Stevie Wonder Born
  🎵 Stevie Wonder, the legendary singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, was born, destined to become one of the most influential musicians in history.

• 1950 – Danny Kirwan Born
  🎵 Danny Kirwan, guitarist for Fleetwood Mac during their early years, was born. Kirwan contributed significantly to the band's blues-rock sound.

📅 May 14

• 1966 – The Rolling Stones Release "Paint It, Black" in the UK
  🎵 The Rolling Stones released "Paint It, Black," which became the first number one hit single in the US and UK to feature a sitar, showcasing the band's experimental edge.

📅 May 15

• 1966 – The Beach Boys Release "Pet Sounds" in the US
  🎵 The Beach Boys released their seminal album "Pet Sounds," which would go on to be hailed as one of the greatest albums in music history.

📅 May 16

• 1966 – Bob Dylan's Controversial Concert in Manchester
  🎵 Bob Dylan performed at the Free Trade Hall in Manchester, England, where he was famously heckled for playing electric guitar, marking a pivotal moment in rock history.

📅 May 17

• 1866 – Erik Satie Born
  🎵 Erik Satie, the avant-garde French composer known for his minimalist and experimental works, was born. He influenced generations of musicians.

So there you have it—the third week of May in 'This Week in Music History.' See you next week. Thanks for reading!