5 Best Duets Of The Golden Oldies
These hits from such duos as Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood and Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong are the very best of the golden oldies era.
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The 4 Best Folk Rock Supergroups Of The '60s
Some of the best folk rock supergroups of the '60s gave us songs that still grace the airwaves today, including Crosby, Stills & Nash and Blind Faith.
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In July 1965, On Venice Beach, One Encounter Changed The Doors Forever
In July 1965, two former college classmates ran into each other on Venice Beach. And thanks to that chance meeting, the band the Doors was born.
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This 1982 No. 1 Duet Brought Together Two Music Legends From Different Worlds
Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder famously joined forces on this No. 1 duet in 1982, though its message of racial harmony drew some criticism.
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The Best '60s Girl-Group Hits That Still Put Boomers In A Great Mood
These ’60s girl groups lit up the charts with songs that still put boomers in a great mood. Let's revisit some sweet melodies that make it hard not to smile.
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The Greatest Self-Taught Drummers In Rock History
These rock drummers are not only legendary for their contributions to the genre, but for more or less learning how to play the instrument on their own.
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1979 No. 1, Featured In A Credit Card Commercial Years Later, Topped The Charts 47 Years Ago Today
One of Michael Jackson's first big hits reached No. 1 47 years ago in 1979. In 2018, the dance-floor favorite was repurposed for a Capital One commercial.
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Quote Of The Day By Marvin Gaye: 'I Think I've Got A Real Love Thing ...'
In 1971, after the release of "What's Going On," Marvin Gaye said in an interview, "... I've got a real love thing going on." Here's what he meant by that.
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The Best '80s Supergroup Songs That Still Go Hard Today
The supergroup may seem like an increasingly rare species of artist these days, but the '80s were something of a golden age for them, as these songs show.
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5 Concert Venues Immortalized By Classic Live Albums
Some albums were so unforgettable and iconic that they turned the venues where they were recorded into landmarks of music history. Here are five worth knowing.
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The Mega Star Who Left Motown After 2 Decades Of Hits
With more than 50 hits over two decades with Motown, Marvin Gaye finally left the label in the early 80s. Here's what caused the rift and what he did after.
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The 5 Best Bass Soloists Funk Music Ever Had
From a pioneer of slap style to an industry heavyweight who backed James Brown, we've chosen those master bassists whose solos lifted funk music the highest.
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Best Live Albums Unearthed Years After The Concerts
Unearthed concert recordings are a fun surprise, and these live concerts from the Rolling Stones, Linda Ronstadt, Prince and these others are some of the best.
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The Greatest Self-Taught Pianists In Rock History
Some of rock's most iconic pianists were largely self taught. Here are the artists that helped shape history with their distinctive instrumental styles.
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The Forgotten Bubblegum Pop Group That Had More Hits Than You Remember
When largely studio-based bubblegum acts took off in the late '60s, they could be hit machines, as was the case for this long-forgotten candy-themed group.
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The 5 Best Duets In Country Rock History
Country and rock have crossed paths in several unforgettable duets. Here are our favorite five songs with two powerful artists sharing the mic.
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Born 75 Years Ago Today In Indiana, He Turned His Small-Town Roots Into A String Of '80s Hits
This roots rocker from Indiana had dozens of hits in the '80s, including "Hurts So Good," "Small Town," and "Pink Houses." He was born 75 years ago today.
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Not Edison Lighthouse, Not White Plains: Tony Burrows' Other Group That Time Forgot
In the 1970s, Tony Burrows was the power behind the throne for several whimsical hits, and was again consigned to the studio for this bubblegum group.
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1985 Pop No. 1, Long-Mistaken As A Prince Performance, Hit The Top 41 Years Ago Today
In the mid-80s, a six-piece Michigan group released an infectiously funky song about romantic jealousy, which was helped to No. 1 by a similarity to Prince.
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Quote Of The Day By George Harrison: 'It Might Have Been Fun For Everybody Else ...'
As a member of the Beatles, George Harrison had a very different perspective when it came to the Beatlemania that swept the world in the 1960s.
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The Greatest Self-Taught Sax Players In Rock History
The saxophone definitely isn't an easy instrument to master without formal training. These musicians found their own way around the horn and into rock history.
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The 5 Most Romantic Duets Of The '70s
Love was definitely in the air in the '70s. These five romantic duets capture the magic of love through vocal chemistry that tugs at the heart strings.
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The Best Amp And Pedal Setups For Electric Guitar Beginners
Even a beginner electric guitar player has an idea of their preferred sound, so we've gathered an affordable list of pedal and amp combos to get you there.
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The 5 Best Funk Solos We Wish We Could Hear For The First Time Again
Funk solos by Ernie Isley, Prince, Jimi Hendrix, John Frusciante, and Eddie Hazel are so good you wish you could hear them again for the first time.
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The Band That Time Forgot Featured Several Future Rock Stars
This rock band that was popular in the '70s consisted of a handful of artists who would go on to make a name for themselves through various musical endeavors.
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The Best Soft Rock Hits That Still Get Boomers In Their Dancing Shoes
Some soft rock hits call boomers to the dancefloor like a siren's song. Let's look back at fond memories of youthful nights getting your groove on.
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Album Cover Details That Could Make Your Records Worth More Than You Think
Album covers with errors or that were recalled for certain details, like "Diamond Dogs" and "Some Girls," are worth more than you may realize.
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5 Classic Albums That Define The Kinks' Rock Legacy
Riding the wave of the British Invasion, the Kinks were trailblazers for multiple genres and artists, and these acclaimed albums encapsulate their iconic sound.
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1977 Disco No. 1, Which Outperformed The John Williams Original, Topped The Charts 49 Years Ago Today
It takes talent to listen to a John Williams score and think, "I can do better." And as far as the charts were concerned, Meco Monardo did exactly that in 1977.
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Quote Of The Day By Mick Jagger: 'I've Spent A Lot Of Time In ...'
Mick Jagger has loved America since he was a teenager, and after spending a lot of time in the country, here's why he appreciates the out of the way places.
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