Not Jimmy Page Or Tony Iommi: The Iconic Guitarist Who Helped Pave The Way For Heavy Metal
Plenty of guitar legends paved the way for what heavy metal became, but one revolutionary musician inspired most guitarists who came after him.
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How To Properly Clean Vinyl Record Players
You've done your homework and selected the perfect record player for your home and budget, but do you know how to clean it so it always sounds great?
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This 1986 Song Gave Barry Gibb The Most Joy To Write
Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees wrote a song in 1986 that brought him a lot of joy, but it was kept on ice for decades. Here's what happened with the track.
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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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5 Classic Albums That Define Funk
Some of the most defining funk albums come from legends like Parliament, James Brown, Sly and the Family Stone, Betty Davis, and Prince. Here are our picks.
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The Voice Behind Chicago's Biggest Ballads Was Born 82 Years Ago Today
The singer of Chicago's "Hard to Say I'm Sorry" and "If You Leave Me Now" turns 82 this year. Here's a look at the Peter Cetera's time with the band.
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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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5 '80s Songs That Wouldn't Be The Same Without Their Legendary Bass Lines
In the 1980s, songs like "You Can Call Me Al," "Age of Consent," "Anesthesia," and these others had legendary bass lines that made the tracks stand out.
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5 Highly-Rated Vinyl Record Players Worth Your Money
Looking to buy a record player but don't know where to start? These are the best vinyl record players available out there for your time and money.
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Grace Slick Wrote This Song In 1967 — Decades Later, A Box Office Flop Won A New Generation
Despite being released in the '60s, a song performed by Jefferson Airplane drew attention once more after being used in this film over 50 years later.
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John Lennon Apologized For Rock's Most Infamous Remark 60 Years Ago Today
Sixty years ago, John Lennon apologized for the remark that would lead the Beatles to quit touring until their finals show in 1969.
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5 Nearly Perfect David Bowie Songs That Should Be Required Listening For Younger Generations
In the decade since David Bowie died of liver cancer, his star may have dimmed, which is a shame since he is required listening for younger generations.
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The Famed 1977 Classic Rock Drum Solo Steve Gadd Forgot He Even Recorded
Session musician Steve Gadd played drums on countless songs in 1977 alone, so he can be forgiven for forgetting an epic solo on one of soft rock's defining LPs.
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The No. 1 Beach Boys Song That Became A Hit Without Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson is known as a musical genius and is behind the Beach Boys' most popular songs; however, he was not involved with their last No. 1 hit. Here's why.
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The No. 1 Song On July 30, 1975 Sounds Even More Eerie Today
Over 50 since its release, this dance-inspired deviation continues to be a beloved staple in the Eagles' catalogue, and it sounds even more eerie today.
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The 5 Best Rock Drum Solos Of The '70s
While drum solos were usually displays of technical mastery, the '70s were the time to get loud, which led to some of the best rock drum solos of the decade.
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The No. 1 Song On July 23, 1968 Sounds Even More Free-Spirited Today
Just short of his 30th birthday, a kid who grew up under the racist apartheid regime had reached the top of the charts in America.
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10 Vinyl Records Every Blues Fan Should Already Own
Born from the creativity of African Americans in the 1860s, blues was first captured on phonographs, field recordings, and low-quality 45s.
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5 Classic Albums That Define Soft Rock
Call it easy listening, yacht rock, or pop rock — soft rock has been the soundtrack to so many summers since first emerging in the mid-'60s.
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'70s-Era Rock Bands Almost Ruined By A New Frontman
Replacing a frontman is always risky, and plenty of '70s bands almost met their doom when, for whatever reason, they decided to take the gamble.
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5 '70s Artists Whose Biggest Hits Happened By Accident
Black Sabbath, Queen, Led Zeppelin, Free, and Deep Purple can all call some of their biggest hits happy accidents. Here's how those tracks came to be.
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5 Flop Power Ballads That Have Earned Respect From Younger Generations
Like that nerd who takes off the glasses to suddenly become totally bodacious, many of these flop power ballads have become well-respected hits.
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5 Songs From 1984 That Prove It Was The Decade's Best Year For Punk
After the first wave of punk crested in 1977, this vein of underground rock consolidated into something faster, leaner, louder, and meaner.
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5 Hits From The Monkees That Take Boomers Back To Their First Crush
During the '60s, the Monkees belted out family-friendly tunes that managed to sum up young love in all its bittersweet glory, and which still stir memories.
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5 One-Hit Wonder Love Songs From The '90s That Still Have Us Head Over Heels
From the La's to the Proclaimers, these romantic anthems from the '90s may have been a flash in the pan, but they found a permanent place in our hearts.
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5 Classic Rock Hits You Had No Idea Are Actually Covers
We all enjoy a good cover, but some of our most beloved rock hits, from legends such as George Harrison and Santana, have long masqueraded as originals.
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5 Hits That Prove 1968 Was The Decade's Best Year For Bluegrass Music
Bluegrass couldn't avoid the transformative touch of the '60, and we think that 1968 was one of its most exciting years.
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