It's been 87 years since the birth of the psychedelic rock legend who fronted Jefferson Airplane. Here's how she sustained her career after becoming a mom.
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The trajectory of John Lennon's life, and of rock 'n' roll music in general, was permanently altered the day he discovered Elvis Presley.
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After getting stuck on a song for their fourth album, Led Zeppelin's John Bonham hit the drums and rattled off a beat that spawned this underrated gem.
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This talented musician wrote some of the Byrds' biggest hits, but when he went solo, the lack of interest in one of his artistic endeavors was a crushing blow.
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With Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page on board, the Yardbirds hit their peak in 1966, a watershed year for British music when the band were at the cutting edge.
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Sun-soaked melodies and irresistible earworms; these five yacht rock classics feature some of the catchiest hooks in the history of the genre.
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You'll likely not remember their name, but with Alan Parsons behind the scenes, this British act created a smash hit that you'll definitely recognize.
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Todd Rundgren once thought he'd spend his career behind a mixing desk, but instead created a rich catalog over the decades, as exemplified by these five songs.
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These tracks, including the Rolling Stones' "Start Me Up" and AC/DC's "Thunderstruck," are guaranteed to get you through your next water aerobics workout.
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These five songs don't just prove that whistling works in rock; that breath of air through the artists' lips is arguably what made these tracks so iconic.
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Although a band's first album may not be their best, it can be an introduction to an entirely new sound for many listeners, like these records were for boomers.
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The genesis of some No. 1 songs can be strange and unexpected, and one 1965 smash hit from a legendary band came to a band member in a dream.
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Whether they were already mainstays or newcomers when they did it, these rock acts all gave us two consecutive albums that were each absolute perfection.
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The most expensive albums ever recorded are true rarities that have sold for more money than most modern vehicles, with a Wu Tang album topping the list.
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Learning a new instrument is a difficult task, so make it fun by learning easy, enjoyable songs. These 10 folk songs are great options.
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In 1973, a musician who spoke to the working class tragically died, and soon afterward, a song he wrote as a tribute to his unborn son topped the charts.
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Is rock 'n' roll dead? Not quite — it's far from rotting in the grave. As a matter of fact, the best-selling artist of all time remains a rock band.
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He played bass for the Rolling Stones for three decades before leaving and pursuing other interests, including his own blues band. He's 90 years old today.
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Not every supergroup of the 1960s has enjoyed the lasting legacy of Cream or Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young; some of the greats are barely remembered today.
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You've heard these classic '80s songs played endlessly on the radio, on screen, and at parties, but they barely raised a ripple when they were first released.
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In 2024, Pink Floyd's David Gilmore admitted he doesn't believe in God or a creator, though the atheist likes the idea of the "spark" of existence.
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Steely Dan is still known and loved for their ability to experiment and explore, and one of their biggest hits features a solo from a non-band member.
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A few well-loved rock artists and bands have outsold almost all others. Those bands include the Beatles, Elvis Presley, the Eagles, AC/DC, and Queen.
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Led Zeppelin may be one of the most iconic classic rock bands of all time, but one of their most famous tunes didn't chart until another group tackled it.
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It's rare that a band makes a lasting mark on the music industry with one album, but these groups managed to do just that in a single release.
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Florida gave us this gift of a guitarist and songwriter in 1950, and he had some early help with his guitar playing from Don Felder of (future) Eagles fame.
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Before the streaming age, album art was another form of artistic expression, and students were particularly fond of hanging posters of these iconic covers.
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