Oct. 2 is a sad day in rock history, as the music world lost an icon. Keep reading to discover all the major rock-related events that happened on this day. Cultural MilestonesThese are the most relevant cultural events that happened in the rock world on this day:1951: Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner, also known as Sting, was born in Wallsend, Northumberland, England. 1 album and also their first album to feature their signature progressive rock sound. 1 album and also their first album to feature their signature progressive rock sound.