John Philip Sousa

Popularly called "The March King," John Philip Sousa's patriotism resonates from the numerous marches he wrote throughout his life. He was an American composer of marches, a conductor, performer and bandleader. His most famous work is the "Stars and Stripes Forever," known as the official march of the United States

This Day in Music History: 1974 - Eric Clapton received a gold record for his cover of the Bob Marley written song "I Shot the Sheriff."