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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1977 Disco No. 1, Which Outperformed The John Williams Original, Topped The Charts 49 Years Ago Today
It takes talent to listen to a John Williams score and think, "I can do better." And as far as the charts were concerned, Meco Monardo did exactly that in 1977.
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Is Steely Dan Really Yacht Rock? The Debate Rages On
A reductive term, or useful shorthand for the band's polished sound? Donald Fagen refuses the term with prejudice, while Walter Becker found it amusing.
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Classic Rock Artists Whose One Big Hit Was Actually A Cover
From Jimi Hendrix to Janis Joplin, these classic rock legends only scored one major hit, and they were covering another artist's song.
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1975 No. 1, Featuring Backing Vocals From Elton John, Jumped To The Top Of The Charts 51 Years Ago Today
In the mid-'70s, Neil Sedaka was enjoying a resurgence of popularity, and an assist from Elton John with some unexpected airplay drove this hit to No. 1.
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1974 Soft Rock No. 1, Connected To Several Grease Tunes, Topped The Charts 52 Years Ago Today
In the early '70s, Olivia Newton-John was just warming up for an acclaimed career, and her first chart-topper got the ball rolling towards superstardom.
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5 Of The Most Beautiful Voices In Yacht Rock History
Michael McDonald's smooth, soulful, baritone is one of the most beautiful voices in yacht rock history, among a few tender tenors and even one female singer.
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1976 No. 1, A Disco-Inspired Version Of Beethoven, Popped To The Top 50 Years Ago Today
In 1976, Walter Murphy, a composer for TV and film, created a Beethoven-inspired disco song that unexpectedly climbed the charts to the No. 1 spot.
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5 Disco Hits That Were Way Bigger Outside The US
For the latter half of the '70s, disco reigned supreme. Then the genre disappeared. Here are artists who got people on the dance floor in other countries.
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1972 Country-Pop No. 1, Penned By Elvis' Hit Songwriter, Hit The Top Of The Charts 54 Years Ago Today
After writing hit songs for Elvis, Mac Davis wanted a solo career. After a few false starts, his cautionary tune hit the pop-chart jackpot in the fall of 1972.
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These Rare '70s Albums Are Now A Collector's Jackpot
Rarity is a typical selling point of many sought-after LPs, but a small handful of '70s records are rare for a reason you'd probably never guess.
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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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The Happiest Soft Rock Songs Of All Time, Ranked
If there is one thing all of these feel-good soft rock songs have in common, it is that they are sure to make you tap your foot and crack a smile.
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5 Songs That Prove 1979 Was The Best Year For Cheap Trick's Career
We're reliving Cheap Trick’s best year ever — 1979 — through five songs that captured the band’s explosive rise and creative and commercial peak.
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1970 Soul No. 1, Originally Recorded By Marvin Gaye, Sailed To The Top 56 Years Ago Today
Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell took this soaring classic to the charts, but it was Diana Ross who fueled a now-definitive version all the way to the top in 1970.
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The 5 Best Covers Of Bad Company, Ranked
While the song "Bad Company" by Bad Company was never released as an official single, it's still a classic that has inspired some seriously great covers.
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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 Top 4 Yacht Rock Songs That Took Over 1975
The best yacht rock hits of the '70s defined the smooth, breezy sound fans still love decades later. Here are the top yacht rock songs from 1975.
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Bubblegum Pop Hits That Weren't Recorded By The Bands You Thought
Bubblegum pop dominated the '60s and '70s, but some of its biggest hits weren't recorded by the bands whose faces appeared on the actual records.
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5 Times The Byrds Turned Musicians Into Legends
The Byrds were an iconic rock act in their own right, but they also helped launch Bob Dylan into the mainstream, gave Jackson Browne an early boost, and more.
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Not The Eagles, Not The James Gang: Joe Walsh's Other Band That Time Forgot
Joe Walsh is best known for his time with the Eagles and the James Gang, but the guitarist was also in another band. That band wrote "Rocky Mountain Way."
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1971 Blues-Rock Song, Recorded By A Stairwell, Is Still A Thunderous Hit 55 Years Later
One day in 1971, while his bandmates went to the pub, John Bonham stayed behind at Headley Grange to record an iconic beat for this iconic Led Zeppelin song.
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5 KISS Songs That Prove 1976 Was The Best Year Of Their Career
We're rounding up five classic KISS songs that show why 1976 was the loudest, boldest, and most creative year of the legendary band’s career.
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This 1978 Doobie Brothers Hit Is Considered The Best Yacht Rock Song Of All Time
The music that has come to be called yacht rock has a few trademark qualities, but this Doobie Brothers hit from 1978 is the captain of the genre.
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If You're A Boomer Born In The '60s, You Got Your Money's Worth At These Concerts
Concertgoers in the '70s and '80s had some extraordinary chances to witness rock history. These unforgettable shows were worth every penny and then some.
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The Author Behind One Of Rock's Greatest Anthems Was Born 77 Years Ago Today
Everyone and their grandparents are probably familiar with this track, and what better time to celebrate it than the birthday of the man behind it?
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The Top 5 Disco Hits That Took Over 1978
In 1978 disco was at peak popularity, and hits from that genre like "Boogie Ooogie Oogie," "You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)" and "I Want Your Love" took over.
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