4 Famous Songs That Started As Simple Warm-Up Exercises
The Eagles' "Life in the Fast Lane" and Van Halen's "Eruption" are just a couple of rock classics that started as instrumental warm-up exercises.
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1972 Country-Pop No. 1, Penned By Elvis' Hit Songwriter, Hit The Top Of The Charts 54 Years Ago Today
After writing hit songs for Elvis, Mac Davis wanted a solo career. After a few false starts, his cautionary tune hit the pop-chart jackpot in the fall of 1972.
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Quote Of The Day By Bill Wyman: 'Unknown To Me At The Time, I Built The First ...'
Bill Wyman has a lot to thank his capable hands for, including a technical knack that created his first bass guitar and later a place in the Rolling Stones.
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5 R&B Songs That Became Iconic Classic Rock Hits
Some of classic rock's biggest names found inspiration in the R&B records that came before them. These songs sounded very different the first time around.
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These Songs Ended The Longest No. 1 Streaks In Classic Rock History
All good things must come to an end, and that includes the songs that boasted the longest No. 1 streaks on the Billboard Hot 100 in classic rock history.
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5 Folk Rock Songs That Capture The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of Grief
Grief is a complex emotion. These five folk rock songs explore all of the beautiful, gritty nuance of what it means to remember and honor a life.
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No Need For An Expensive Setup: 5 Clever Ways To Store Your Vinyl Record Player
You don't need to spend a fortune on furniture for your record player. Here are five easy, affordable setups that fit practically any space or budget.
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5 Classic Singles That Define Yacht Rock
These five singles truly captured the signature sound of '70s and '80s yacht rock. Here's how the Doobie Brothers, Seals & Crofts, and more defined the genre.
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Who Are The Mystery People On These Classic Album Covers?
From ghostly figures to Victorian thatchers and vacationing photobombers, these individuals became famous for anonymously appearing on famous album covers.
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The 5 Longest Saxophone Solos In Rock And Pop History
The dulcet tones of a saxophone can add depth and emotion to a song, and artists from Bruce Springsteen to Pink Floyd really let the instrument soar freely.
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These Rare '70s Albums Are Now A Collector's Jackpot
Rarity is a typical selling point of many sought-after LPs, but a small handful of '70s records are rare for a reason you'd probably never guess.
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1971 Pop No. 1, Originally Released As A B-Side, Topped The Charts 55 Years Ago Today
Rod Stewart had one of the biggest hits of his career 55 years ago with a song that was relegated to a B-side. Here's how the song climbed to No. 1.
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Quote Of The Day By Marianne Faithfull: 'I Once Asked My Father What He Wanted Me To Be ...'
Marianne Faithfull's father hoped she'd be a sociologist, but her restlessness and passion for the arts drew her to a more unique path in life.
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One Of The Best Duets In Classic Rock Came Together Almost By Accident
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers were riding high in the early '80s, yet a chance collaboration with a rock-royalty fan gave both acts their biggest hit.
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5 Santana Songs That Prove 1970 Was The Best Year Of Their Career
Santana's breakthrough era gave way to far more than one signature hit. In 1970, the band stretched across genres while forging an unmistakable sound.
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The Happiest Soft Rock Songs Of All Time, Ranked
If there is one thing all of these feel-good soft rock songs have in common, it is that they are sure to make you tap your foot and crack a smile.
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Iconic Albums That Really Do Sound Better On Vinyl Record Players
Some classic albums just sound better on vinyl. Here are a few iconic records whose warmth and detail make an analog spin worth seeking out.
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5 Songs That Prove 1979 Was The Best Year For Cheap Trick's Career
We're reliving Cheap Trick’s best year ever — 1979 — through five songs that captured the band’s explosive rise and creative and commercial peak.
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5 Everyday Places That Became Classic Rock Album Cover Landmarks
These ordinary city streets and features earned permanent spots in music history when they made the cover of these legendary classic rock albums.
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5 German Songs That Dominated The US Charts In The '80s
Busting out of Cold War Europe to show the U.S. that their Germanic cousins knew how to rock, these powerful tunes found a receptive audience across the pond.
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1970 Soul No. 1, Originally Recorded By Marvin Gaye, Sailed To The Top 56 Years Ago Today
Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell took this soaring classic to the charts, but it was Diana Ross who fueled a now-definitive version all the way to the top in 1970.
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Quote Of The Day By Phil Collins: 'I Learned To Read Drum Music ...'
Phil Collins never learned to read music, but that didn't stop him from having a wildly successful musical career. Here's a look at what he's said about that.
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The 5 Best Covers Of Bad Company, Ranked
While the song "Bad Company" by Bad Company was never released as an official single, it's still a classic that has inspired some seriously great covers.
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5 Songs That Prove 1979 Was The Best Year Of Earth, Wind & Fire's Career
Earth, Wind & Fire defined the ‘70s with genre-defying singles and a dynamic sonic signature, but these standout hits from 1979 are some of their best.
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Not Led Zeppelin, Not Deep Purple: The British Rock Band That Time Forgot Pioneered Heavy Metal
This lesser-remembered British rock band was as influential to heavy metal as Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple were, yet they never had the same success.
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5 Rock Singers Who Went Full Gibberish — And It Worked
Meet five rock singers who turned total gibberish into unforgettable hooks. This is proof that lyrics don’t need meaning to make a song memorable.
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'60s Bubblegum Pop Hits Even The Artists Didn't Expect To Be Huge
Some of bubblegum pop's accidental superstars, including 1910 Fruitgum Company and the Lemon Pipers, had low expectations for their genre-defining singles.
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The Top 4 Yacht Rock Songs That Took Over 1975
The best yacht rock hits of the '70s defined the smooth, breezy sound fans still love decades later. Here are the top yacht rock songs from 1975.
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5 Classic Albums That Define Soul
From Aretha Franklin to Stevie Wonder, we've gathered the albums that best represent the true heart of soul music from the beloved genre's peak period.
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1969 Bubblegum Pop No. 1, Performed By A Fake Band, Hit The Top 57 Years Ago Today
Beloved animated characters may have represented the musicians behind this hit, but the artists' saccharine song went on to dominate the charts in 1969.
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