In 1985, MTV was in more and more homes, so the brass in charge of the budget for a-ha's "Take On Me" hit music video handed over a massive bag of cash.
Read More"Dreams," one of the most popular songs on Fleetwood Mac's album, "Rumors," almost wasn't meant to be. Here's how the song was created in the midst of chaos.
Read MoreCountless 1970s bands have reunited many years after their initial climb, but it's rare for an artist to hit a new echelon during their comeback.
Read MoreJimi Hendrix, Alice Cooper, and other artists on this list turned forgettable originals by the likes of Bob Dylan and Judy Collins into hard-rocking classics.
Read MoreFor anyone who was in high school in the '90s, certain songs stick in your memory, taking you back to a time before cell phones, social media, and skinny jeans.
Read MoreYou have to admire artists who take a song beloved by fans and remake it, and some covers of '70s songs ended up even better than the original tracks.
Read MoreThe world has much changed since 1985, but some rock songs from that year resonate with the current zeitgeist even more now, either reassuringly or not.
Read MoreSome high school hits that were considered totally groovy in the 1970s just don't hold up today, whether they're cheesy, embarrassing, or just plain offensive.
Read MoreThe iconic "Sanford and Son" theme song is not only quirky and remarkable, but it was written by one of the most legendary music producers in the business.
Read MoreWhat would rock 'n' roll be without those killer guitar solos? Skynrd, Zeppelin, and even Dire Straights have surely burned these epic solos into your brain.
Read MoreWhether caused by record label mismanagement, band tensions, or tragic deaths, these '70s bands fell apart before they could bask in future superstardom.
Read MoreSongs like "Sliver," "Drain You," and "You Know You're Right" are solid Nirvana songs that haven't been overplayed the same way "Smells Like Teen Spirit" has.
Read MoreThe 2026 Grammys did right by metal pioneer Ozzy Osbourne, as a supergroup blasted the iconic protest song "War Pigs" in an incredible "In Memoriam" segment.
Read MoreWith driving guitars, powerful vocals, and lyrics that nod to rebellion and discontent, these '60s songs are what we mean when we talk about classic rock.
Read MoreIn effort to create make "Sweet Child o' Mine" a heartfelt love song, hard-rockers Guns N' Roses took inspiration from an iconic '70s Southern rock band.
Read MoreRock music in the '90s put its best foot forward with these timeless songs, inspired by events and challenges that anyone can identify with 30 years later.
Read MoreChart success isn't always enough for rock bands. These hits were turned into ads for cars, stores, beer, and whatever else bags of advertising money bought.
Read MoreThe Rolling Stones released "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" in 1965, effectively putting the group on the map. But Devo's 1977 version tops it.
Read MoreLed Zeppelin rarely wrote love songs, but the ones they did write were unforgettable. These tracks reveal the band’s softer side without losing the bite.
Read MoreWhen a reunion tour goes right, it's a once-in-a-lifetime moment, and there are some '70s classic rock groups that many fans are hoping get back together.
Read MoreThe golden age of classic rock might have ended in the '80s, but the year 1984, specifically, produced some rock songs that have aged very well.
Read MoreQueen's "Don't Stop Me Now" only made it to No. 86 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1979, but new audiences discovered it in a horror-comedy 25 years later.
Read MoreAn ever-changing and experimental Radiohead distanced itself from its breakout pop hit, "Creep," but that hasn't stopped other musicians from covering it.
Read MoreTom Petty's hit songs are like the soundtrack to the later decades of the 20th century, and we wish we'd had the chance to ask him about his music.
Read MoreFrom songs evoking the call of the open road to anthemic ballads, these rock songs from the '60s and '70s earned a permanent place in boomer dads' hearts.
Read MoreIn the 1970s, music critics didn't hold back, but they sometimes misjudged rock fans, who adored critically panned songs by legends such as Queen and Bob Dylan.
Read MoreKim Carnes isn't a household name, and she didn't have many hits, but a love song she covered stayed at No. 1 for 9 weeks in 1981. We know you'll recognize it.
Read MoreElton John and members of Queen were friends, but John had no faith in their biggest hit. It was iconic for the same reasons John thought it wouldn't work.
Read MoreJust because a song makes you famous and rich, it doesn't ensure that you actually want to sing it. These five singers hated their most popular songs.
Read MoreIn 1975, Loretta Lynn, Alice Cooper, and Donna Summer released women-focused songs, and Bob Dylan sang of racial injustice. Each caused controversy. Here's why.
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