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1984 No. 1, Penned For A Gene Wilder Movie, Hit The Top 42 Years Ago Today

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 09:05:00 +0000

Gene Wilder's romantic comedy is mostly forgotten today, but this Oscar-winning soundtrack cut by Stevie Wonder is an enduring pop classic.

1980 No. 1, Which Gained New Life As A Sports Anthem, Topped The Charts 46 Years Ago Today

staff@grunge.com (Kelly Kuehn) — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 09:05:00 +0000

This song had barely been released when an NFL team jumped on it as a way to tout its prowess on the field, fire up its fans, and taunt its opponents.

This 1986 Song Gave Barry Gibb The Most Joy To Write

staff@grunge.com (Jason Brow) — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:37:00 +0000

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.

The Greatest Self-Taught Drummers In Rock History

staff@grunge.com (Mikael Angelo Francisco) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:07:00 +0000

These rock drummers are not only legendary for their contributions to the genre, but for more or less learning how to play the instrument on their own.

The Best '80s Supergroup Songs That Still Go Hard Today

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:37:00 +0000

The supergroup may seem like an increasingly rare species of artist these days, but the '80s were something of a golden age for them, as these songs show.

1985 Pop No. 1, Long-Mistaken As A Prince Performance, Hit The Top 41 Years Ago Today

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:05:00 +0000

In the mid-80s, a six-piece Michigan group released an infectiously funky song about romantic jealousy, which was helped to No. 1 by a similarity to Prince.

Is Steely Dan Really Yacht Rock? The Debate Rages On

staff@grunge.com (Amy Beeman) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:07:00 +0000

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.

5 Songs That Prove 1982 Was The Best Year For Funk

staff@grunge.com (Steven Luna) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:07:00 +0000

In 1982, artists were really bringing the funk. Here are our favorite five funk hits from a landmark year full of inventive sounds and irresistible grooves.

The 5 Best Funk Supergroups Of All Time

staff@grunge.com (Jordan Owen) — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 16:07:00 +0000

From rock and metal crossovers to jazz-funk virtuosos, the best funk supergroups brought serious musical talent and propulsive grooves.

The 3 Best Folk Rock-Influenced Supergroups Of The '80s

staff@grunge.com (Mikael Angelo Francisco) — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:07:00 +0000

In the '80s, folk rock took a backseat to a more modern sound, but these three folk-rock-influenced supergroups blended friendship and music to bring it back.

One Of The Best Duets In Classic Rock Came Together Almost By Accident

staff@grunge.com (Mike Duquette) — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:37:00 +0000

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers were riding high in the early '80s, yet a chance collaboration with a rock-royalty fan gave both acts their biggest hit.

The Happiest Soft Rock Songs Of All Time, Ranked

staff@grunge.com (Mike Duquette) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:07:00 +0000

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.

5 German Songs That Dominated The US Charts In The '80s

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:07:00 +0000

Busting out of Cold War Europe to show the U.S. that their Germanic cousins knew how to rock, these powerful tunes found a receptive audience across the pond.

The 5 Best Pete Byrne Songs That Aren't Always Something There To Remind Me

staff@grunge.com (Mark Gurarie) — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:07:00 +0000

Besides "Always Something There to Remind Me," Pete Byrne's songs "Promises, Promises," "Burning Bridges," and "Flag of Convenience" are among his best.

Classic Rock Albums With The Most Hit Singles, Ranked

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 00:37:00 +0000

From Bruce Springsteen to Def Leppard, several classic rock acts turned excellent albums into hit factories, and these birthed the most chart-topping singles.

The 5 Best Yacht Rock Hits Of The '80s

staff@grunge.com (Chris Turner-Neal) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:07:00 +0000

Let's set sail with five of the best yacht rock hits of the '80s. These iconic jams feature smooth grooves and breezy vocals perfect for easy listening.

'80s Rock Hits That Took Over Thanks To The Power Of MTV

staff@grunge.com (Steven Luna) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 10:07:00 +0000

From Billy Idol to ZZ Top, MTV provided a new launchpad for '80s musicians to flex their creative muscle, reach bigger audiences, and climb the charts.

5 Epic Guitar Solos That Defined The '80s

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:07:00 +0000

Guitarists ruled the rock world in the 1980s, and these five solos from the likes of Prince, Randy Rhoads, and Kirk Hammett remind us why.

If You're A Boomer Born In The '60s, You Got Your Money's Worth At These Concerts

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:07:00 +0000

Concertgoers in the '70s and '80s had some extraordinary chances to witness rock history. These unforgettable shows were worth every penny and then some.

The Top 5 Synth-Pop Hits That Took Over 1983

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:07:00 +0000

In the early '80s, these songs that heavily utilized synthesizers climbed the charts and became wildly popular for their fun sounds and catchy tunes.