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  • Dan Baird onstage performing with Georgia Satellites

    If You're A Loyal Classic Rock Fan, You're Never Giving Up On These One-Hit Wonders

    Loyal classic rock fans who stick with one-hit wonders wind up enjoying deeper cuts that may not have one-hit wonder power, but instead have staying power.

    By S. Flannagan 8 hours ago Read More
  • Brian Wilson playing piano

    The Strange And Tragic Story Behind The Beach Boys' Album Smile

    The Beach Boys were riding high on the success of "Pet Sounds" when Brian Wilson tried to top it with the ambitious "Smile." Here's why the album fell apart.

    By Brent Furdyk 10 hours ago Read More
  • members of the band Semisonic

    '90s Alternative Rockers Who Blew Our Socks Off With A No. 1 Hit Only To Disappear

    Among the '90s alt-rock musicians is a rogue's gallery of one-hit wonders who watched their star streak to the top of the charts before fizzling out.

    By Steven Luna 12 hours ago Read More
  • Meat Loaf performing onstage in 1978

    Rockers Who Fell Victim To The Dreaded Sophomore Slump

    The sophomore slump has cursed plenty of musicians, from one-hit wonders to acts that went on to become established hitmakers after recovering from the stumble.

    By Brent Furdyk 14 hours ago Read More
  • Van Halen playing a concert

    5 Songs From 1978 That Define Rock History

    In the '70s, the classic rock of the '60s was all but gone, the transition to the '80s was well underway, and certain songs came to define rock history.

    By Richard Milner 20 hours ago Read More
  • Lou Reed playing guitar on stage with dark background

    5 Classic Rockers Whose Personalities Never Landed With Fans

    Plenty of classic rock luminaries have their quirks, but some were so abrasive, obtuse, or even non-existent to their fans that well-deserved fame was elusive.

    By Patrick Moran 22 hours ago Read More
  • Billy Squier staring at camera

    Flop Songs That Derailed Singers' Entire Solo Careers

    One bad song can change an artist's career overnight. Let's looks at four infamous flops from Bryan Adams, Chubby Checker, Billy Idol, and Billy Squier.

    By Brian Boone 1 day ago Read More
  • rocker John Cougar Mellencamp

    Rock Hits Plenty Of Boomer Moms Know By Heart

    Boomer moms grew up witnessing the evolution of rock. Take a look at the classic rock songs that will take boomer moms back to the soundtrack of their youth.

    By Steven Luna 2 days ago Read More
  • Kid Rock performing on stage

    Kid Rock's Rock Discography Is Full Of Flop Songs

    Kid Rock is controversial, to say the least, but not all of his songs are bad, right? Well, some of them are. Okay, lots of them are — here are the worst.

    By Richard Milner 2 days ago Read More
  • Guitar with a small amount of coins

    Classic Rock Musicians Who Aren't As Rich As You Might Think

    Some classic rock musicians are incredibly wealthy, while others in the same bands end up with far less. Heres' a look at why some aren't as rich as you think.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 2 days ago Read More
  • The Clash playing on stage in 1983

    The Absolute Worst Concert Performances Of The 1980s

    From experimental sets that failed spectacularly to upturned pianos and inebriated musicians, attendees of these 1980s concerts ought to have stayed at home.

    By Sergio Pereira 3 days ago Read More
  • British band The Zombies posing in suits on a low wall 1965

    5 Flop Songs From The '60s We Can't Help But Love

    The musical landscape of the '60s is littered with songs that failed commercially, but we've got a soft spot for some of that era's lesser-known tunes.

    By S. Flannagan 3 days ago Read More
  • Pink Floyd outdoors in '70s publicity photo

    Former Members Of Classic Rock Bands Who Still Can't Stand One Another

    Time may be a great healer, but after inflated egos, acrimonious splits, and financial backstabbing, these classic rock band members are still at odds.

    By Brian Boone 3 days ago Read More
  • Morrissey at Wembley Arena in 2020

    The Biggest Flop Songs Of Morrissey's Career

    While Morrisey landed in the upper reaches of the charts many, many times over the decades, there have been a few flops along the way.

    By Will Harris 3 days ago Read More
  • Carly Simon performing live

    Radio Oldies Boomers Wish Their Grandchildren Knew

    Radio hits like "You're So Vain" and "Cat's in the Cradle" shaped an entire generation, so it's no wonder boomers want to share them with their grandkids.

    By Steven Luna 4 days ago Read More
  • Elizabeth Fraser of Cocteau Twins on stage.

    5 Rock Songs From 1988 That Sound Even Cooler Today

    These tracks of the 1980s have more than outlived their initial success, securing spots as timeless rock staples we love even more decades after their release.

    By Mark Gurarie 4 days ago Read More
  • Group portrait of My Bloody Valentine

    5 Shoegaze Songs From The '90s To Soundtrack Your Dreams

    With its trademark effect-laden guitars and muted vocals, shoegaze is one of the most dreamlike subgenres out there.

    By Chris Condry 4 days ago Read More
  • Ally Sheedy and Molly Ringwald in a scene from the film The Breakfast Club

    '80s Songs For When You Wish You Could Turn Back Time To High School

    For kids who were in high school in the '80s, songs from Prince, Bon Jovi, Madonna, and Simple Minds are still reminiscent of those fun, formative years.

    By Scheenagh Harrington 5 days ago Read More
  • Johnny 'Guitar' Watson sat playing guitar in purple suit

    5 Old Rock Tunes We'll Be Blasting On Repeat 'Til The Day We Die

    There's always a place in our hearts and turntables for these rock oldies, from one of the earliest swamp rock hits to pre-psychedelic era guitar shredders.

    By S. Flannagan 5 days ago Read More
  • Steve Perry in dark shirt onstage with microphone

    4 Frontmen Like Journey's Steve Perry Who Passed On The Farewell Tour Of A Lifetime

    Steve Perry made music headlines when he quashed rumors about a reunion with Journey, but he's not the only legendary frontman to turn down a reunion tour.

    By S. Flannagan 5 days ago Read More
  • Fleetwood Mac performing in the '80s

    If You Know These 5 Under-The-Radar Songs, You're A True Fan Of '80s Classic Rock

    These tracks failed to hit the charts or were relegated to album deep cuts and never gained the radio play they deserved, but they are true, hidden gems.

    By S. Flannagan 5 days ago Read More
  • Kurt Cobain onstage with acoustic guitar

    5 Rock Songs Hated By Their Own Artists (But We Love Them Anyway)

    What happens if your biggest hit is a song you hate? Surprisingly, it happens far more often than you might think, as Radiohead and Nirvana can attest to.

    By S. Flannagan 5 days ago Read More
  • Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young perform in 1970

    5 Flop Songs From 1970 We Can't Help But Love

    These five songs from the likes of Stevie Wonder and George Harrison were overshadowed by other, more popular tracks, but we think they're worth revisiting.

    By Andrew Dirst 5 days ago Read More
  • Lou Reed with light reflecting off of sunglasses in a star pattern

    5 Classic Rock Songs From 1972 We'll Be Blasting On Repeat 'Til The Day We Die

    In 1972 acts like Lou Reed, Alice Cooper, and Elton John released rock songs that became huge hits. We still love to blast those jams and sing along.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 5 days ago Read More
  • Peter Tork smiling in sweater

    Rock Stars Who Left Their Successful Bands For Flop Solo Projects

    When rock stars leave their successful bands to go solo, it's risky. For every Stevie Nicks success story, there is a Dee Dee Ramone flop fiasco.

    By Brian Boone 6 days ago Read More
  • Paul McCartney smiling sat at piano

    5 Classic Rock Songs From The '60s That Are Worth A Head-Turning Amount Of Money

    With millions of sales, numerous soundtrack credits, and colossal streaming numbers, these '60s hits from acts like the Beatles and Van Morrison made bank.

    By Brian Boone 6 days ago Read More
  • Steve Miller performs in New York 2015

    If You're A True Classic Rock Fan, These 5 Lyrics Absolutely Make You Wince

    Here is a treasure trove of lyrics we hope we've heard wrong — but were actually delivered with intent by established classic rock artists. Why?!

    By Patrick Moran 6 days ago Read More
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