Beck performing a performance art piece called “New Age Evisceration 1.” In 1998, Steve Perry left the band a second time after the group decided to tour without him because he was suffering from back trouble. In 1966, The Mamas and the Papas started a three-week run on top of the charts with their hit song “Monday Monday.” In 1977, And in 2002, The Rolling Stones arrived by blimp at New York’s Van Cortland Park to announce their 2002/2003 world tour. And that’s what happened today in rock history. Photo: Getty