International Strange Music Day for the year 2024 is celebrated/observed on Thursday, August 24th. There are until the next observance.

On August 24, we observe International Strange Music Day. This is a day for all music fans who have a soft spot for the unusual and weird, particularly when it comes to music and songs. International Strange Music Day also urges the rest of us to branch out from our ordinary playlist and listen to something odd and different. Of course, “strange” doesn’t have to imply listening to something that doesn’t appeal to you; you might also try new genres, performers, and even music in various languages. It is all up to you! The ultimate goal of International Strange Music Day is to broaden our musical tastes.

📆 When is International Strange Music Day?

This year, International Strange Music Day is on August 24th. It is the 4th Thursday in August; in 2024, it is on Saturday.

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📜 History of International Strange Music Day

When Grant encouraged New York City artists to join in an International Strange Music Day Performance Soiree in 2012, the celebrations took a new turn. The soiree featured odd bands and performers such as Jolly Ramey, The Dreamscape Floppies, Da Groove Commanders, Micro-tons o’ Fun, and many more, and it was a big success! Since then, numerous celebrations have been held in New York City and other towns and cities around the country to commemorate the day. The University of London celebrates the day with festivities, contests, sing-alongs, and band performances.

☑️ International Strange Music Day facts

Metallica has performed on every continent
They are the first and only band to have performed on each of the world’s seven continents.

Prince was supremely talented
Prince used 27 different musical instruments on his debut album.

Music helps plants grow
Classical music is extremely good for plant development.

Things to do on International Strange Music Day

Create some strange music
Celebrate International Unusual Music Day by making your own strange music. Experiment with a new instrument or try writing songs in a foreign language.

Listen to some strange music
Why not mark International Strange Music Day by listening to music you’ve never heard before? Put your playlist on shuffle and try a different genre.

Attend a strange music soiree
Find out whether your town is holding an unusual music event. Come with your friends, family, and other music fans. Who knows, maybe you’ll find your next favorite brand here!

📅 International Strange Music Day Observances

YEAR DATE DAY
2023 August 24 Thursday
2024 August 24 Saturday
2025 August 24 Sunday
2026 August 24 Monday
2027 August 24 Tuesday

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