Terrible Names These Legendary Bands Had Originally
Picking a band name isn't easy. And some of the original names of legendary bands are dumb, confusing, and downright terrible.
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The Gospel Guitarist Who Helped Invent Rock 'N' Roll Before It Had A Name
She never became a household name, but this genre-defying guitarist influenced rock legends such as Elvis Presley, Paul McCartney, Jimmy Page, and more.
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The Botched Recording That Helped Make A Garage-Rock Classic
Mistakes happen in the studio, but one band didn't even realize that they were being recorded when they churned out what became their biggest hit.
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Quote Of The Day By Led Zeppelin Singer Robert Plant: 'So I Just Thought There Was Something Far More Honest And...'
Robert Plant has had a long life filled with success, but has not escaped tragedy — today's quote reflects what he went through and how he grew because of it.
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Every Baby Boomer Remembers These Rock Performances On Ed Sullivan
The "Ed Sullivan Show" was a weekly part of life for young boomers, and many in that generation remember seeing the Beatles and these other rock acts.
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What Happened To These '70s One Hit Wonders?
The '70s music scene produced a plethora of one-hit wonders, some of whom managed to quietly continue a musical career, while others changed paths completely.
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Born 82 Years Ago Today In England, This Keyboardist Helped Define Progressive Rock
Though his first band was the Nice, his second group was where this English keyboardist made his mark. Born 82 years ago today, he was a prog rock pioneer.
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5 Classic Rock Album Covers Every Gen Xer Can Instantly Picture
From a Los Angeles hard rock band's legendary debut to a cornerstone of the grunge era, these album covers are burned into every Gen Xer's memory.
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1973 No. 1, Originally Inspired By Farrah Fawcett, Topped The Charts 53 Years Ago Today
This 1973 hit song was inspired by a journey Farrah Fawcett was about to take, but the mode of transportation was different in the final version.
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Where Are The Surviving Members Of Rock's Biggest Supergroups Now?
From the last Highwayman standing to one of folk rock's biggest stars, these former members of rock supergroups are still carrying the flame to new generations.
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Born 87 Years Ago Today In Illinois, This Rock Icon Became A Mom At The Height Of Her Fame
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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Quote Of The Day By John Lennon: 'Nothing Really Affected Me Until I Heard Elvis. If There Hadn't Been An...'
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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One Of Led Zeppelin's Most Underrated Songs Came Together Almost By Accident
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 Founding Byrds Member's '70s Album Flopped Before Becoming A Cult Classic
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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5 Songs That Prove 1966 Was The Best Year Of The Yardbirds' Career
With Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page on board, the Yardbirds hit their peak in 1966, a watershed year for British music when the band was at the cutting edge.
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The 5 Catchiest Songs In Yacht Rock History
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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The '70s Rock Band That Time Forgot Gave Us One Of The Era's Catchiest Hits
You likely won't remember their name, but with Alan Parsons behind the scenes, this British act created a smash hit you'll definitely recognize.
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5 Classic Singles That Define Todd Rundgren's Career
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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5 Classic Rock Songs That Belong On Every Water Aerobics Playlist
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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The 5 Best Whistling Moments In Rock History
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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Iconic Debut Albums Every Boomer Remembers Hearing For The First Time
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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1965 No. 1, Originally Titled Scrambled Eggs, Topped The Charts 61 Years Ago Today
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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Rock Bands That Released Back-To-Back Masterpiece Albums
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 5 Most Expensive Albums Ever Recorded
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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10 Folk Rock Songs Perfect For Beginner Guitar Players
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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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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