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The 5 Best Rock Music Videos Of The '70s

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0000

The 1970s was one of the greatest decades for music, so it's no surprise that it also created some of the best music videos of all time.

She Should Be As Famous As Janis Joplin, But Her Potential Was Never Realized

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:37:00 +0000

Here's the story of the often-tragic life, promising rise, and ultimate downfall of a truly overlooked and wholly unique luminary: singer-songwriter Judee Sill.

Why Dolly Parton Refused To Let Elvis Presley Cover I Will Always Love You

staff@grunge.com (Nicholas Vrchoticky) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:32:22 +0000

Dolly Parton was thrilled when Elvis Presley asked to cover her 1974 hit "I Will Always Love You," but a late-night call and her savviness scuppered the deal.

5 Bass Solos Every '70s Diehard Should Hear

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:07:00 +0000

Bass solos are a rare treat, and these five from John Entwistle, Chris Squire, Jaco Pastorius, Bootsy Collins, and Geddy Lee need to be heard by '70s diehards.

'70s Supergroup Classics That Sound Even Cooler Today

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0000

The 1970's was a good decade for supergroups, with acts like Crosby, Still, Nash & Young and Derek and the Dominos releasing songs that are even cooler today.

5 Folk Rock Deep Cuts Every '70s Diehard Should Know

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:07:00 +0000

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.

The Top 10 Hits That Dominated 1970

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:07:00 +0000

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.

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.

The Top 5 One-Hit Wonders Of The '70s As Decided By The Charts

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

The '70s were full of one-hit wonders, but Billboard charts put these songs, including "In the Summertime" and "The Lord's Prayer," at the head of the pack.

5 Underrated Artists Every '70s Diehard Should Already Know

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0000

While many legendary '70s acts have achieved success, there are countless talented musicians from the decade that deserve far greater praise than they received.

Quote Of The Day By Debbie Harry: 'If I'd Been My Parents, I Wouldn't Have Thought ...'

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:07:00 +0000

Debbie Harry's success was a long time coming and not something the frontwoman - much different than her stage character would suggest - could've predicted.

Rod Stewart's 1971 Signature Hit Started As An Overlooked B-Side

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:07:00 +0000

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,"

The Top 10 Hits That Took Over Summer 1977

staff@grunge.com (Steven Luna) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0000

From Donna Summer's pioneering disco sounds to Barry Manilow's dulcet tones, these were the chart-busters that brought the heat in the summer of '77.

The 1972 David Bowie Performance That Defined Glam Rock

staff@grunge.com (Valentina Barone) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:07:00 +0000

David Bowie released several albums before 1972, but his performance of "Starman" on "Top of the Pops" that year defined glam rock and inspired new artists.

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.

Jackson Browne's 1972 Breakthrough Hit Features 2 Rock Legends Hidden In Plain Sight

staff@grunge.com (Amy Beeman) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0000

If the background harmonies on the lead single from Jackson Browne's debut album sound familiar, there's a really good reason for that.

5 Confessional '70s Songs That Hit Even Harder Today

staff@grunge.com (Steven Luna) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:07:00 +0000

Emotions run deep and heavy in the confessional songs of the '70s, which helped make the decade a notably expressive era and still hold up today.

Rock Producers With The Most Billboard Hits Of The '70s

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:37:00 +0000

Producers are the unsung heroes of the classic rock world, and these four ushered a stunning number of hits onto the Billboard Hot 100 in the '70s.

The Unexpected Disneyland Concert That Created One Of Rock History's Biggest Bands

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:07:00 +0000

One of the biggest bands of the '70s got its start as Linda Ronstadt's backing band when she played Disneyland's Grad-Nite in 1971. Here's how it happened.

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.