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The No. 1 Song On August 27, 1965 Sounds Even More Affectionate Today

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0000

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.

The Top 10 Hits That Took Over Summer 1967

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0000

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.

The No. 1 Song On August 26, 1964 Sounds Even More Bittersweet Today

staff@grunge.com (Mark Gurarie) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0000

In August 1964, the Supremes shot to stardom with a breakout song that beautifully expresses the feelings of those left brokenhearted by someone they love.

The No. 1 Song On August 25, 1963 Sounds Even More Jubilant Today

staff@grunge.com (Alia Ayoubi) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0000

With an upbeat melody and classic doo-wop vocal harmonies, this '60s hit masks lyrics that speak of someone who's eagerly looking forward to some payback.

The No. 1 Song On August 24, 1960 Sounds Even More Passionate Today

staff@grunge.com (Kieran Fisher) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0000

This passionate bop reigned supreme at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 on August 24, 1960, spending a total of five weeks at No. 1.

Quote Of The Day By Daryl Hall: 'I Have Never Had A Helping Hand In My Career, Outside Of ...'

staff@grunge.com (Kieran Fisher) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:07:00 +0000

Daryl Hall has had great success both with Hall & Oates and as a solo artist, yet he's faced plenty of scrutiny from the media over his long career.

'60s Musicians We Completely Forgot About

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0000

Del Shannon, Connie Francis, and these other artists have largely faded from memory, but they were astonishingly popular in the 1960s.

The No. 1 Song On August 21, 1962 Sounds Even More Delightful Today

staff@grunge.com (Mark Gurarie) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0000

This song, written by Carole King and Gerry Goffin and sung by Little Eva, was at No. 1 on August 21, 1962. It's even more delightful to hear today.

The Top 10 Hits That Took Over Summer 1969

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:37:00 +0000

In summer 1969, people tuned into their radios and headed down to the record store to vote for the soundtrack of that remarkable and fondly remembered summer.

He Should Be As Famous As Paul Simon, But His Potential Was Never Realized

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0000

This folk musician was revered by his peers, and he wrote the Top 10 song, "Everybody's Talkin.'" He could have been famous, but he left the music industry.

In 1969, Creedence Clearwater Revival Made This Song With No Known Author A Classic Cover

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:37:00 +0000

One of Creedence Clearwater Revival's most classic covers from 1969 was once recorded by Lead Belly, but he didn't write it. No one knows who did.

Not Cream, Not Derek And The Dominos: Eric Clapton's Supergroup That Vanished In A Flash

staff@grunge.com (Amy Beeman) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:07:00 +0000

In 1969, between his stints in Cream and Derek and the Dominos, Eric Clapton briefly joined forces with Steve Winwood and two other rock heavyweights.

Classic Rock Songs That Are Actually Solo Tracks In Disguise

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:07:00 +0000

Some classic rock songs hit wax and record stores bearing the name of a band that didn't have much to do with the song listed on the label.

In 1964, Smokey Robinson Penned The Iconic Song That Became The Temptations' Signature Hit

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:07:00 +0000

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.

The 1967 Classic Rock Album That's So Much Cooler Today

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:07:00 +0000

In the 1960s, a pioneering rock band teamed up with the era's most celebrated avant-garde artist, producing an album that paved the way for modern rock.

The 1967 Beatles Masterpiece That's Actually Two Completely Different Recordings Spliced Together

staff@grunge.com (Valentina Barone) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0000

John Lennon wrote a song for the Beatles in 1967 that was a studio masterwork, requiring George Martin to splice two very different recordings together.

The 5 Best Rock Drum Solos Of The '60s

staff@grunge.com (Jordan Owen) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 10:07:00 +0000

The 1960s were incredibly fertile years for musical experimentation, where drummers like these really pushed the boundaries of what rock and roll sounded like.

The 1964 Van Morrison Song Patti Smith Turned Into A Punk Rock Classic

staff@grunge.com (Mark Gurarie) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:07:00 +0000

Patti Smith was at the vanguard of punk rock in the '70s, yet one of her most iconic songs from 1975 was a reinterpreted and since much-covered '60s classic.

Commonly Misunderstood Folk Rock Lyrics You May Be Singing Wrong

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:37:00 +0000

The technical term for a misheard lyric or phrase is "mondegreen," and you can find plenty folk rock songs that you've probably been singing wrong.

Forgotten American Bands That Chased The British Invasion — And Won Big On The Charts

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:37:00 +0000

Meet the forgotten American bands that borrowed from the British Invasion's sound and style. They successfully transformed imitation into chart-topping success.