One Of Rock's Most Beautiful Voices Died Just Before His Song Hit No. 1
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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The 5 Best-Selling Artists In Rock History
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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Born 90 Years Ago Today In London, He Left One Of Rock's Biggest Bands To Follow His Love Of The Blues
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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The 5 Best Supergroups That Came Out Of The '60s
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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'80s Flop Songs That Turned Into Smash Hits
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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Quote Of The Day By David Gilmour: 'It's Sad That I Don't Believe In A Higher Power. There's A Song On The Album...'
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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One Of The Greatest Guitar Solos Of The '70s Was Played By A Musician Who Wasn't Even In The Band
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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5 Rock Artists Who Outsold Almost Everyone
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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This Group's Stairway To Heaven Hit The Hot 100 — Led Zeppelin's Never Did
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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The 5 Best One-Album Rock Groups Of All Time
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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Born 76 Years Ago Today In Florida, This Rocker Learned Guitar From An Eagles Legend
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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5 Classic Rock Album Covers That Became Dorm Room Staples
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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The Classic Rock Album Cover That Immortalized A Split-Second Moment Of Rebellion
Thanks to heavy-handed crowd control and a quick-thinking photographer, the Clash's Paul Simonon unwittingly became an iconic classic rock album cover.
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5 Underrated Debut Albums Every Music Fan Needs To Hear
If you haven't heard debut albums by Little Feat, Emmylou Harris, Pulp, the Godfathers, and Anne Briggs, you owe it to yourself to give them a spin.
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5 Classic Rock Songs That Belong On Every Boomer's Halloween Playlist
There are many ways to celebrate the spooky season, and one of the best ways to prep for your Halloween is by rocking out to these classic eerie tunes.
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The 5 Best '70s Live Albums, Ranked
Some of the best live albums from the 1970s include shows by Peter Frampton, Kiss, Judas Priest, Jimi Hendrix's Band of Gypsies, and The Who. Here's a look.
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Quote Of The Day By Bruce Springsteen: 'He Was Tough On Me When I Was Young, But Fundamentally, Underneath, He Was...'
Bruce Springsteen poured much of his own life into his artistry, with his background — and relationship with his father— shaping his view of the world
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Not Jimmy Page Or Tony Iommi: The Iconic Guitarist Who Helped Pave The Way For Heavy Metal
Plenty of guitar legends paved the way for what heavy metal became, but one revolutionary musician inspired most guitarists who came after him.
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5 Classic Albums That Define The Who
The Who has one of the most unforgettable runs of any band in history, and many of their albums are essential listening for any rock music fans.
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Quote Of The Day By Keith Richards: 'I Mean, I Wasn't Far From The End Of The Runway Before I...'
Stones guitarist Keith Richards has a reputation for living on the edge, admitting, "I wasn't far from the end of the runway." But said, "You pace yourself."
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The 5 Best Live Albums In Classic Pop History
From James Brown to Talking Heads, these five live albums feature unforgettable performances that became defining moments in classic pop music history.
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The Recalled Beatles Album Cover That Became A $20,000 Collecting Prize
Capitol Records lost thousands on the Beatles’ "Yesterday and Today" do-over debacle, but the original and redone album covers are both worth a pretty penny.
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The Best Rock Autobiographies, Ranked
From Patti Smith to Keith Richards and beyond, these rock autobiographies pull back the curtain on fame, excess, creativity and the lives behind the music.
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The Top 5 Classic Rock Album Covers Of All Time
These five classic rock album covers became nearly as legendary as the music itself. Let's look back on the stories and artwork that still stand out today.
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The 5 Record Producers Who Changed The Sound Of Rock Forever
Rock's biggest bands didn't shape their signature sounds alone. These visionary producers changed what was possible in the studio and influenced generations.
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One Of Classic Rock's Best Duets Came From An Unplanned Jam Session Between 2 Powerhouses
Classic Rock powerhouses Queen and David Bowie made history when they spontaneously collaborated on a song after a spontaneous meet-up in a recording studio.
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Quote Of The Day By Brian May: Freddie, In His Last Days, Was Like, 'Okay Guys, I'm Not Going To Be Here Long. Just Give Me...'
Queen's Brian May once said that in Freddie Mercury's last days, when he knew he didn't have long to live, he wanted the band to keep giving him songs to sing.
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