The Best Album Cover From Every Year Of The '60s
The music in the '60s evolved immensely, and with it, album cover art. Here's a look at stand-out album covers from each year from 1960 to 1969.
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The 5 Best One-Album Duos Of All Time
Occasionally, a pair of musicians will join and create magic. Even more rarely will a duo pop out one fantastic album, never to release a record together again.
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1967 No. 1, Featuring Arrangement From Led Zeppelin's Future Bassist, Topped The Charts 59 Years Ago Today
A chart-topping hit from the late 60s came off of the soundtrack of one of the biggest movies of the year, but the song's genesis was a bit more complex.
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Quote Of The Day By Lady Gaga: 'I Go From Everyone Touching Me All Day And Talking At Me All Day To ...'
She's adored by millions, but a tearful admission from pop superstar Lady Gaga reveals the steep price many celebrities pay for their success.
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The British Rock Band That Helped Invent Heavy Metal Before Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath may be considered by many as the first heavy metal band, but another group actually inspired Ozzy and the rest years before they hit it big.
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One Of Rock's Most Unexpected Duets Became A Christmas Staple
Christmas tunes have nearly endless staying power, and one surprising superstar collaboration for a television special has become a holiday standard.
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Not Johnny Cash, Not Hank Williams: The Singer That Gave Country Music Its First Million-Seller
Plenty of country music stars have sold more than a million records, but the first singer to cross that threshold is almost an unknown today.
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The '70s Rock Band That Time Forgot Gave Us One Of The Era's Catchiest Hits
You'll likely not remember their name, but with Alan Parsons behind the scenes, this British act created a smash hit that you'll definitely recognize.
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The 5 Best One-Hit Wonders Of Country Rock
While country rock may have been dominated by a few acts in the '70s, other artists such as Nick Lowe charted well with the genre, only to fade away soon after.
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5 Classic Singles That Define Todd Rundgren's Career
Todd Rundgren once thought he'd spend his career behind a mixing desk, but instead created a rich catalog over the decades, as exemplified by these five songs.
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Born 90 Years Ago In North Carolina, He Played On Three Bob Dylan Albums Before Becoming A Star
A musician you may know more as a fiddler played on three Bob Dylan albums on bass and guitar before forming his legendary band.
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5 Classic Rock Songs That Belong On Every Water Aerobics Playlist
These tracks, including the Rolling Stones' "Start Me Up" and AC/DC's "Thunderstruck," are guaranteed to get you through your next water aerobics workout.
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5 Classic Singles That Define The Monkees
Despite leaning on the songwriting talents of other artists such as Neil Diamond and Carole King, these songs became forever known as the Monkees' finest hits.
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1966 Garage Band No. 1, Later Covered By Aretha Franklin, Hit The Top 60 Years Ago Today
It's incredibly rare that a band goes from their garage to the top of the charts, but this unique group hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with this bop.
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Quote Of The Day By Dolly Parton: 'Actually, I Want Them To Say I Was A Person Who...'
Dolly Parton was infinitely quotable, but in our quote of the day, her message truly speaks to the kind of person she was and how she wanted to be remembered.
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The 5 Trippiest Album Covers In Psychedelic Rock History
Psychedelic rock albums often come with mind-bending covers, and the artwork for these records is almost as unforgettable as the music itself.
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The '70s Rock Band That Time Forgot Helped Define The Sound Of Power Pop
Sometimes the most influential bands of a burgeoning genre wind up forgotten, which is just what happened to these trailblazers in power pop.
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The 5 Albums Of 1960 With The Most Hit Singles
1960 saw some major changes in the music industry, and some legendary albums released in that year had a multitude of Billboard hits that burned up the charts.
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The 5 Best Whistling Moments In Rock History
These five songs don't just prove that whistling works in rock; that breath of air through the artists' lips is arguably what made these tracks so iconic.
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The Greatest Keyboard Solos Of The '70s
The 1970s was a revolutionary time for keyboard instruments, and a lot of musicians took advantage and showed off their considerable skills in solos.
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The 5 Best Albums By The Monkees, Ranked
The Monkees had quite a run of successes despite their short tenure together, and their five best albums are far better than what you'd expect for a TV band.
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Born 68 Years Ago Today In England, This Frontman Helped Define The Sound Of '80s Pop Rock
This charismatic frontman and his English new wave band helped lead the Second British Invasion, which took over MTV and the pop charts in the 1980s.
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'90s Musicians We Completely Forgot About
These musicians and bands were on top of the world -- and the charts -- in the 1990s, but many of them have faded into obscurity since that storied decade.
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5 Proto-Punk Classics Every Rock Fan Should Know
Punk revolutionized the music scene, but there were quite a few forebears who had to branch out into new sounds and set the stage for the burgeoning genre.
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Iconic Debut Albums Every Boomer Remembers Hearing For The First Time
Although a band's first album may not be their best, it can be an introduction to an entirely new sound for many listeners, like these records were for boomers.
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1965 No. 1, Originally Titled Scrambled Eggs, Topped The Charts 61 Years Ago Today
The genesis of some No. 1 songs can be strange and unexpected, and one 1965 smash hit from a legendary band came to a band member in a dream.
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Quote Of The Day By Art Garfunkel: 'Life Is A Surprise. I Don't Know What Happens Next Month. I Don't Know...'
Art Garfunkel's life has taken some unpredictable turns, and he's learned to embrace the idea that you can never really know what tomorrow will bring.
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Rock Bands That Released Back-To-Back Masterpiece Albums
Whether they were already mainstays or newcomers when they did it, these rock acts all gave us two consecutive albums that were each absolute perfection.
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The 5 Most Expensive Albums Ever Recorded
The most expensive albums ever recorded are true rarities that have sold for more money than most modern vehicles, with a Wu Tang album topping the list.
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10 Folk Rock Songs Perfect For Beginner Guitar Players
Learning a new instrument is a difficult task, so make it fun by learning easy, enjoyable songs. These 10 folk songs are great options.
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