Jefferson Airplane, South Bay Roots

Formed in August 1965 by Marty Balin, was populated mostly by South Bay musicians when he teamed up with Paul Kantner University of Santa Clara (1959-61) and San Jose State University (1961-63), Jorma Kaukonen (University of Santa Clara 1962) and singer Grace Slick resident of Palo Alto who joined the band in 1966.

Additional Did You Know's

The San Jose Connection: Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham’s Early Years

“It’s pretty darn good to be back in my own specific and very special hood,” she said. “This is where it all started, and I had to take a minute to let you know that.” Stevie Nicks in San Jose – Nov. 21, 2018

America’s First Rock ‘n’ Roll Riot

And on July 7, 1956, America experienced its first “rock ‘n’ roll riot.” Ain’t that a shame.

World’s First Radio Station

Doc Herrold launched worlds first radio station in downtown San Jose in 1909. And, coined the term “broadcasting”. His radio station is now KCBS 740 AM.

Largest Rock Festival in US

Steve Wozniak’s second US Festival in 1983 had total reported attendance at 670,000.

Reinventing How Music is Consumed

“Steve Jobs totally re-invented how we as artists market, sell and promote our music,” says Rolling Stones keyboardist Chuck Leavell.

World’s First DJ was From San Jose

Sybil Herrold became the world’s first DJ in 1912. While working with her husband Charles Herrold who launched the world’s first radio broadcasting station in San Jose in 1909. Her “Little Hams” program was aimed at getting children involved in the radio experience.

Jefferson Airplane, South Bay Roots