What Happened on February 29, 2000

Historical Events

Two Against Nature

Giant Records releases American rock band Steely Dan's "Two Against Nature", their eighth studio album, and first in 20 years; it wins four Grammy Awards.

Famous Deaths

  • Abe Bolar, American double bass player (Oklahoma City Blue Devils; Hot Lips Page; Count Basie), dies at 90
  • Dennis Danell, American punk rock guitarist (Social Distortion), dies of heart failure at 38
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About February 29, 2000

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 24 years and 2 months
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Amazed - Lonestar
  • UK #1 Song: Pure Shores - All Saints