Known as the loudest band around, this group helped invent heavy metal as much as Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin did, but their only hit was "Summertime Blues."
Read MoreThis adopted son of a Californian family hated school, and instead chose to form a band that holds the world record for the sheer number of albums released.
Read MoreJanet Jackson's 1989 album "Rhythm Nation 1814" spawned several No. 1 hits, including this one. The video for the song included her innovative chair routine.
Read MoreShakira belly-danced her way into global superstardom, then overcame a triple whammy of life disasters with drive, resilience, and spirited musical channeling.
Read MoreWhen successful musicians unite to create their own supergroup, sparks can fly, and even if these squads didn't make much music, what they did is incredible.
Read MoreAfter chancing across an admittedly unlovely '90s deodorant, a raucous evening and a scrawled, misunderstood joke led to one of grunge's biggest hits.
Read MoreA vintage concert poster collection will be the envy of your friends. From where to buy to how to care for them, here's what you need to know to get started.
Read MoreIt took a few years for Elton John to make it to the top of the charts in his home country of the United Kingdom, and he needed a singing partner to help.
Read MoreSince the '50s, funk has influenced modern music to the present day, and some of its pioneering groups have enjoyed careers spanning well over half a century.
Read MoreSome of the best live albums from the 1970s include shows by Peter Frampton, Kiss, Judas Priest, Jimi Hendrix's Band of Gypsies, and The Who. Here's a look.
Read MoreDespite their reputation for collaborating on chart-topping duets, these talented artists sadly didn't have the same success when it came to their solo careers.
Read MoreFunk hit one of its peaks as a genre in the 1970s, and some hit songs that burned up the charts during that decade are still fan favorites today.
Read MoreOn rare occasions, cover songs will take an original tune and give it an entirely new life, which one UK band managed to do with a forgotten Neil Diamond track.
Read MoreBruce Springsteen poured much of his own life into his artistry, with his background — and relationship with his father— shaping his view of the world
Read MorePlenty of guitar legends paved the way for what heavy metal became, but one revolutionary musician inspired most guitarists who came after him.
Read MoreFew sounds can match the inspiring freedom of funk, and one of the genre's most iconic and enduring bands is still influencing rock and pop stars today.
Read MoreThe Who has one of the most unforgettable runs of any band in history, and many of their albums are essential listening for any rock music fans.
Read MoreMotown revolutionized the musical landscape, and the '70s was home to some of their biggest hits and most meaningful tunes that still hold up today.
Read MorePunk is often seen as the antithesis of pop, but a few songs by punk icons like the Sex Pistols and the Clash actually made it onto mainstream charts.
Read MoreGood speakers can make or break your listening experience, and you can score some compact, mid-priced sets that customers are thrilled with.
Read MoreAs 2026 approaches its end, we take stock of songs that have rocked the hardest so far and rank the top five of them in order, culminating in the very best.
Read MoreFrom Diana Ross to Rick James, Motown's stars found new ways to rule the charts. These unforgettable '80s hits kept the legendary label in the spotlight.
Read MoreFrom unpeeled banana stickers to a vividly unusual Beatles cover, these are the rare '60s vinyl records that will get collectors giddy and opening wallets.
Read MoreIn 1987, one of Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam's songwriters heard two Motown classics by Mary Wells, and combined them with an '80s twist for this chart-topper.
Read MoreStones guitarist Keith Richards has a reputation for living on the edge, admitting, "I wasn't far from the end of the runway." But said, "You pace yourself."
Read MoreFrom James Brown to Talking Heads, these five live albums feature unforgettable performances that became defining moments in classic pop music history.
Read MoreFrom the bubbly joy of the Jackson 5 to the uplifting melodies of Stevie Wonder, these nostalgic Motown hits will energize any water aerobics workout.
Read MoreCapitol Records lost thousands on the Beatles’ "Yesterday and Today" do-over debacle, but the original and redone album covers are both worth a pretty penny.
Read MoreFrom Marvin Gaye's forgotten duet partner Kim Weston to former Spinners vocalist G.C. Cameron, here are four Motown artists who deserve to be remembered.
Read MoreFrom Patti Smith to Keith Richards and beyond, these rock autobiographies pull back the curtain on fame, excess, creativity and the lives behind the music.
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