The Top 10 Hits That Took Over Fall 1975
The charts in the fall of 1975 were as rich as the season's changing colors, with timeless hits from the Eagles and Elton John filling the cooling air.
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One Of Jazz's Most Enduring Crossovers Has No Known Author
Jazz musicians like Cab Calloway and Louis Armstrong recorded the most well-known versions of this classic crossover song with no known author.
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The 5 Best Soft Rock Solos Of The '70s
Soft rock is a genre of different sonic textures, pairing heartfelt songwriting with some of the best rock solos ever — and of the '70s, in particular.
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Rolling Stone Readers Called Him The Second-Best Frontman Ever — He Was Born 80 Years Ago Today
This vocal powerhouse and absolute legend of rock, named the second-best frontman by Rolling Stone, was born September 5, 1946, 80 years ago today.
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The Bee Gees are heavily associated with those intricate harmonies, but they also have some stellar instrumental breaks across their discography.
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When high-caliber musicians like George Harrison and Lou Reed make demos, sometimes their raw, unpolished versions hit harder than the final cuts.
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What David Bowie's Most Famous Looks Actually Mean
No other musician is quite as linked to their famous looks like glam rock superstar David Bowie. Here is a look at David Bowie's most iconic looks.
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This Frenzied 1982 No. 1, Born From Iconic Horror Movie Inspiration, Topped The Charts 43 Years Ago Today
Inspired by a serial killer and rewritten for the film "Flashdance," this energetic late-summer of 1983 hit will evoke memories of neon legwarmers and gym gear.
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Quote Of The Day By Bruce Springsteen: 'You Have To Come To Grips With ...'
Bruce Springsteen has always advocated for the best version of the U.S, and in the year after 9/11, he said that despite the "horrors," there is always hope.
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Classic Covers That Became Hits Decades After The Originals
These four classic songs found new life through unforgettable cover renditions that became even more famous than the artists’ original versions.
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The 5 Longest Rock Songs Of The '60s Actually Worth The Runtime
Rock fans understand that some of the longer songs from the '60s were totally worth the runtime, including "The End," "Voodoo Chile," and "Hey Jude."
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5 Folk Rock Songs That Were Way Ahead Of Their Time
Folk rock evolved from folk music, but took it even further with songs like "Mr. Tamborine Man" and "Like a Rolling Stone," which were ahead of their time.
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The Beatles Song You Never Realized Robin Williams Covered
Robin Williams was a profoundly talented individual, with comic performances on TV, stage, and film, as well as serious roles. And don't forget about music.
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Folk music has deep roots and greatly influences modern music, so it's no surprise that artists keep breathing new life into folk-rock classics in 2026.
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5 Creedence Clearwater Revival Songs That Prove 1969 Was The Best Year Of Their Career
All of Creedence Clearwater Revival's seven albums fall within a mere four years, from 1968 to their official breakup in 1972, but one year was their best ever.
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Astrology goes a lot deeper than just the day you were born, and we've dug deep for the rock album that most represents each zodiac sign.
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The 3 Best Duets Of '60s Bubblegum Pop
You probably saw Paul and Paula's "Hey Paula" coming, but our other picks for best bubblegum pop duets of the 1960s might surprise you.
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One Of Rock's Most Famous Folk Songs Has No Known Author
This apocryphal legend of a hammer-wielding working-class champion has since been retold by numerous rock stars, from Johnny Cash to Bruce Springsteen.
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This Remorseful 1982 No. 1, Featuring Only Two Chicago Members, Soared To The Top 44 Years Ago Today
Done messed up and trying to find the words to say sorry? This late-summer hit from 1982 by a newly revitalized band offers both comfort and inspiration.
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Quote Of The Day By John Mellencamp: 'I'm Looking For Trouble ...'
John Mellencamp truly hit the big time in 1982, but he eventually soured on pop music, wanting to challenge himself more as an artist and musician.
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Beatles White Album Songs To Skip On A Relisten
While the Beatles' discography might seem without flaw, not everything they have touched is a must-listen — yes, even the White Album is not immune to this.
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The Best Classic Rock Hits That Still Get Boomers In Their Dancing Shoes
Classic rock hits like "The Boys Are Back in Town" and "You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet" are still great for getting boomers out on the dance floor.
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One Of The Most Covered Folk Gospel Songs Has No Known Author
With roots stretching back centuries and into Appalachia, numerous artists such as Johnny Cash have given their own spin to this haunting folk gospel song.
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The 5 Best Duets Between Female Rockers
From punk to blues to folk rock, here are five stunning duets from female team-ups such as Joni Mitchell and Joan Baez and Bonnie Raitt and Ruth Brown.
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Rock Songs You Didn't Know Were Inspired By Church Music
You might not know it, but a wide range of Christian musical traditions have shown up in an equally wide range of "secular" rock songs, often covertly.
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The 5 Longest No. 1 Song Streaks In Classic Rock Music History
Classic rock artists like the Beatles, Three Dog Night, Joan Jett, and these others had No. 1 songs for some of the longest streaks in rock history.
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5 Of The Shortest Guitar Solos In Rock History — And The Catchiest
Some great guitarists have learned to craft licks that are catchy, serve the song, and even act as one of its highlights without overstaying its welcome.
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Born 90 Years Ago Today, This Rock Pioneer Got His Start Opening For Elvis
In 1955, a musician would share a Lubbock, Texas, stage with Elvis Presley and burn so bright for four years that rock 'n' roll would never be the same again.
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4 Best Female Duets Of The '70s
Some of the best duets of the 1970s include well-known solo female artists, such as Dolly Parton and Linda Ronstadt, and the results are spellbinding.
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This Lively 1978 No 1, Which Led To A Best New Artist Grammy, Topped Charts 48 Years Ago Today
Powered by an extremely funky and confident bass line and guitar riff, this 1978 Billboard smash will still get people dancing today.
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