In the wake of a beloved musician's death, a final Instagram post can take on poignant, ironic, or haunting new meanings for the fans left to mourn them.
Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose was known for his bad behavior as much as for his vocal range. Here are some of the controversial moments he'll never live down.
Dire Straits was a hugely popular band in the 1970s and '80s, with hits that still play regularly on classic rock radio. But whatever happened to the group?
The Monkees became one of the defining bands of the 1960s, but they had some help along the way. In fact, Neil Diamond actually wrote one of their hit songs.
For decades, rock star Van Halen's virtuoso guitar skills were massively popular. But for some of his celebrity peers, he and his music were better avoided.
Evanescence was conceived when frontwoman Amy Lee was 13 years old, rising to fame in early aughts. Here's what Lee's former bandmates have to say about her.
The Beatles were intrinsic to the counter culture, and so was drug use. Here's how the band's drug explorations influenced their music and their personal lives.
Musician Phil Collins quit Genesis in 1995 after 25 years in the band. But what was his real reason for leaving? To find the answer, we have to go back in time.
Tracy Chapman's song "Fast Car" was an unlikely hit in the 1988 era of hairbands, but the song of struggle and hope hit a nerve. Here's what inspired the song.
It can be a lot of physical work for onstage performers during a show, so many have backstage rituals to get ready. Here's Robert Plant's unusual routine.
Going back to their formative years, the members of Jane's Addiction have been deeply affected by health issues, domestic violence, and personal tragedy,
Musician Marilyn Manson has had many looks throughout the years, some more shocking and controversial than others. And he's almost unrecognizable in real life.
Paul McCartney has spent plenty of time backstage over his long musical career, so by now he has a few rituals he does to get ready for his perfomances.
Though John Lennon is often pegged as the Beatle with the tragic life story, Paul McCartney has seen his share of tragedy. Here's one detail everyone forgets.
Elvis Presley died when his daughter Lisa Marie was 9 years old. Though their time was brief, they adored each other. Here's a look inside their relationship.
Amy Winehouse famously struggled with drug and alcohol abuse, which ultimately led to her death at 27 years old. These were some of her tragic final words.
Bob Marley's music was enriched by the vibrant harmonies of his three back up singers. Here's what happened to Judy Mowatt who lent her voice to his songs.