5 Of The Most Beautiful Voices In Motown History
Motown was home to some of the most famous singers in music history, so anyone who stands out as a spectacular singer is the cream of the crop.
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5 Classic Singles That Define Earth, Wind & Fire
Earth, Wind & Fire have several classic singles that help define them, from their most iconic hits to the song that spent the longest on the Billboard Hot 100.
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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 standout album covers from each year, 1960 to 1969.
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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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The 5 Most Beautiful Male Voices Of The '60s
Music in the '60s came in many styles, and male artists like Sam Cooke, Art Garfunkel, and Leonard Cohen had some of the most beautiful voices.
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5 Motown Classics That Belong On Every Water Aerobics Playlist
From the bubbly joy of the Jackson 5 to the uplifting melodies of Stevie Wonder, these nostalgic Motown hits will energize any water aerobics workout.
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The 5 Best Duets In Country Rock History
Country and rock have crossed paths in several unforgettable duets. Here are our favorite five songs with two powerful artists sharing the mic.
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The 5 Most Romantic Duets Of The '70s
Love was definitely in the air in the '70s. These five romantic duets capture the magic of love through vocal chemistry that tugs at the heart strings.
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The 4 Best '70s Duets With Big Age Gaps
We've rounded up four ’70s duets that paired singers who were decades apart in age. Still, they show how powerful an unexpected pairing can be.
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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 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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The 5 Most Romantic Duets Of The '60s
So many romantic duets defined the 1960s. We're rounding up some timeless songs with playful chemistry and passion that still make listeners swoon.
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The 5 Best Live Albums Of All Time
We're revisiting some of the most legendary live albums of all time, with performances from Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, Nirvana, Jimi Hendrix, and more.
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The 5 Longest Folk Rock Songs Of All Time
Sometimes a good folk rock story needs more time to tell, and icons such as Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen took as long as they wanted with these epic songs.
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10 Folk Rock Vinyls That Are Actually Worth Your Money
Folk rock vinyls from Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Buffalo Springfield and these others have all stood the test of time and are well worth the money.
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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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This Spirited 1977 No. 1, Written By Earth, Wind & Fire Members, Hit The Top 49 Years Ago Today
The No. 1 song on September 6, 1977 was the biggest hit of the Emotions career, and it's upbeat lyrics and catchy chorus sound even more spirited today.
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5 Unfinished Songs That Prove A Demo Doesn't Need A Final Cut To Hit Hard
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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5 Bruce Springsteen Songs That Prove 1984 Was The Best Year Of His Career
Bruce Springsteen has enjoyed many heights throughout his career, but 1984 saw the release of a truly iconic album along with his biggest hit single.
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5 Buffalo Springfield Songs That Prove 1966 Was The Best Year Of Their Career
Buffalo Springfield were only an outfit for a couple of years, but five of the songs they released in 1966 make it clear that it was the best year the band had.
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The 4 Best Cross-Genre Collaborations That Spawned Folk Rock Hits
Folk rock pairs genres that are cut from a similar cloth, but some of the best songs recorded in this style involved one-of-a-kind artists joining forces.
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The No. 1 Song On August 27, 1965 Sounds Even More Affectionate Today
While Sonny and Cher would eventually part ways and live separate lives, in the summer of 1965 they sang a charming duet that became a timeless classic.
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The Top 10 Hits That Took Over Summer 1967
The summer of 1967 was a historic one, marked by social unrest and a rising counterculture movement. Here are the hits that soundtracked those landmark months.
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5 Folk Rock Deep Cuts Every '70s Diehard Should Know
From the depths of Bob Dylan's vast catalog to the once-ignored artist Nick Drake, we've gathered the essential tracks for any true folk-rock fan's playlist.
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The Top 10 Hits That Dominated 1970
In 1970, some of the acts that dominated the '60s were still pushing out quality tunes, while new and emerging artists helped define the following decade.
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Rod Stewart's 1971 Signature Hit Started As An Overlooked B-Side
This is probably the song you think of when you think of Rod Stewart, but it was initially buried on the B-side of the lesser-known "Reason to Believe,"
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In 1964, Smokey Robinson Penned The Iconic Song That Became The Temptations' Signature Hit
Covered numerous times since its release in early 1964, this sweet, instantly recognizable song by Smokey Robinson was a No. 1 hit for the Temptations.
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