The '70s Rock Band That Time Forgot Gave Us One Of The Era's Catchiest Hits
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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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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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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