The No. 1 Song On August 16, 1992 Sounds Even More Nostalgic Today
With gorgeous doo-wop harmonies and slick hip-hop production, the No. 1 song from August 16, 1992 is a timeless, nostalgic classic.
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Quote Of The Day By Cher: 'I Always Thought Of Myself As A Bumper Car 'Cause ...'
Over Cher's career, she has keenly picked up on musical and cultural trends and run with them while also pioneering many of her own.
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Legendary Bands That Really Did Start In Somebody's Garage
Everyone knows the trope of starting a band in a garage. Well, these legendary bands are the reason that trope exists. Remember that when your neighbor is loud.
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Commonly Misunderstood Elton John Lyrics You May Be Singing Wrong
There's no doubt Elton John is a musical genius, but his words can be a tad hard to understand sometimes. Here are some of his famous lyrics fans often mishear.
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The 1964 Van Morrison Song Patti Smith Turned Into A Punk Rock Classic
Patti Smith was at the vanguard of punk rock in the '70s, yet one of her most iconic songs from 1975 was a reinterpreted and since much-covered '60s classic.
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5 Top Rock Music Producers Who Had Hit Careers As Performers
Sometimes, if you want a job done right, you've got to do it yourself. Such was the drive behind such producer-performers as Dave Grohl and Jimmy Page.
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The No. 1 Song On August 15, 1991 Sounds Even More Devoted Today
The No. 1 song on August 15, 1991 was part of a movie soundtrack, reflecting the relationship between the titular rogue and his love.
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Commonly Misunderstood Folk Rock Lyrics You May Be Singing Wrong
The technical term for a misheard lyric or phrase is "mondegreen," and you can find plenty folk rock songs that you've probably been singing wrong.
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The 1969 Drum Solo That Changed Rock History Forever
From alternating hand-foot triplets to even hand-drumming to expanded live versions, this 1969 drum solo changed rock history forever.
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The 5 Best Bruce Springsteen Songs For Getting Over A Breakup
These five Bruce Springsteen songs capture the pain and hope that come with picking yourself up, dusting yourself off, and healing after a breakup.
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5 Popular Real-Life Musicians Behind Fictional Bands
Starring in movies, TV, and commercials, these fictional bands may not have been real, but they featured very real, and very well-known, musicians.
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Forgotten American Bands That Chased The British Invasion — And Won Big On The Charts
Meet the forgotten American bands that borrowed from the British Invasion’s sound and style. They successfully transformed imitation into chart-topping success.
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The ZZ Top Love Song That Broke From The Band's Blues Rock Roots
In 1986, the Bearded Ones (and Frank) took a break from signature bawdy hits like "Legs" and "Tush" to deliver a slowed-down power ballad.
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5 Orchestral Albums Every Classic Rock Fan Should Own
Combining the soaring complexity of orchestral arrangements with rock music has produced must-have magical albums by the likes of Wings and David Bowie.
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5 Best Classic British Rock Bands
Some of the best and most iconic bands in classic rock were British. Groups like the Beatles had major chart success, and their influence still reverberates.
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5 Classic Rock Deep Cuts Every '70s Diehard Should Know
The 1970s were great years for rock and roll, but with the floodgates well and truly open, plenty of great songs got lost in the rush of new material.
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5 Rock Songs About A Life-Changing Summer
Life-changing summers are worth writing about, and these rock songs capture the essence of them very well, with hits from Tom Petty to The Go-Go's.
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Quote Of The Day By Cat Stevens: 'There Is A Powerful Need For People To Feel ...'
Cat Stevens stormed the folk rock and pop world in the early '70s before converting to islam in 1977 and taking a break from music for almost 30 years.
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The Drum Solo That Helped Make A 17-Minute Song One Of Psychedelic Rock's Defining Masterpieces
In 1968, Iron Butterfly drummer Ron Bushy unleashed a masterful solo that has influenced scores of drummers ever since, including the Beatles' Ringo Starr.
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5 Classic Love Songs Inspired By The End Of Summer
There's something so nostalgic about summer love. Learn the stories behind five classic love songs that capture fleeting end-of-summer romance.
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The Real Reason These Classic Rock Hits Were Never Performed Live
No one agrees on what constitutes "good" music. And even legendary musicians have produced work that falls flat with their most dedicated fans.
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5 Phil Collins Drum Performances That Cement His Place In Music History
Phil Collins' drum performances in songs like "Supper's Ready," "Watcher of the Skies," and "Nuclear Burn" prove he deserves his spot in rock drummers' history.
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John Lennon Apologized For Rock's Most Infamous Remark 60 Years Ago Today
Sixty years ago, John Lennon apologized for the remark that would lead the Beatles to quit touring until their finals show in 1969.
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The 5 Best Covers Of Country Songs In Rock History
Plenty of rock acts have drawn from country for their work, with the results ranging from near-satires to wild reimaginings to straightforward rerecordings.
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Quote Of The Day By Gordon Lightfoot: 'I Called My Dad And The First Words Out Of His Mouth Were ...'
Singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot used his music to pour careful, keen, and kind insight into the human condition and was willing to explore his own feelings.
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4 Rock Songs Inspired By Shakespeare
Shakespeare's plays and poems were all written more than 400 years ago, but their influence has reverberated through the centuries.
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Neil Peart's Top 5 Drum Solos Of All Time
Rush's Neil Peart is a legendary drummer known for his awe-inspiring drum kit and incredible technical-yet-musical chops. Here are five of his best solos.
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