A lot of things happened in rock history on Sept. 16. Cultural MilestonesThese pivotal cultural moments that happened on Sept. 16 affected the rock industry:1925: Blues legend B.B. He's widely considered to be one of the most influential figures in blues and rock history and is one of the "Three Kings of the Blues Guitar," alongside Freddie King and Albert King. He's widely considered to be one of the most influential figures in blues and rock history and is one of the "Three Kings of the Blues Guitar," alongside Freddie King and Albert King. It was his last-ever public performance before he passed away two days later.