Born 61 Years Ago Today, Her Music Made It All The Way To Outer Space
This iconic, consensus-building, genre-blending vocalist was born on August 28, 1965, and two of her songs have made it into outer space.
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The No. 1 Song On August 28, 1966 Sounds Even More Summery Today
With its breezy lyrics about rainbows, sea turtles, and beach sunsets, this psychedelic smash hit from 1966 will still put you in a summer state of mind.
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Quote Of The Day By Debbie Harry: 'If I'd Been My Parents, I Wouldn't Have Thought ...'
Debbie Harry's success was a long time coming and not something the frontwoman — much different than her stage character would suggest — could've predicted.
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Quote Of The Day By Daryl Hall: 'I Have Never Had A Helping Hand In My Career, Outside Of ...'
Daryl Hall has had great success both with Hall & Oates and as a solo artist, yet he's faced plenty of scrutiny from the media over his long career.
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Quote Of The Day By Neil Young: 'Steve Jobs Was A Digital Pioneer, But ...'
Throughout his career, Neil Young has found time to stand up for what he sees as a huge problem: A decline in the quality and sonic fidelity of recorded music.
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5 Folk Rock Songs For When You're Feeling Lonely
Some folk rock tunes deal with feelings of aloneness, abandonment, and isolation, so we selected five of the best for when that feeling of loneliness kicks in.
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The 5 Best Rock Music Videos Of The '70s
The 1970s was one of the greatest decades for music, so it's no surprise that it also created some of the best music videos of all time.
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5 Songs That Prove This '80s Genre Is Even Cooler Today
Break out the eyeliner and Spandex. These five glam metal anthems prove the genre was more than just big hair, with songs worth belting out to this day.
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She Should Be As Famous As Janis Joplin, But Her Potential Was Never Realized
Here's the story of the often-tragic life, promising rise, and ultimate downfall of a truly overlooked and wholly unique luminary: singer-songwriter Judee Sill.
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No. 1 Rock Hits That Were Almost Too Long For Radio
These No. 1 rock hits defied radio conventions. They proved that longer songs could still dominate the charts and become beloved radio classics.
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Phil Collins' 1989 No. 1 Hit Features A Rock Legend You Probably Never Noticed
This music icon is largely responsible for the richly textured harmonies and heartfelt vocals that characterize Phil Collins' "Another Day in Paradise".
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In 2022, Dolly Parton Tried To Refuse This Rock Music Honor — But She Was Told No
Dolly Parton was an undeniable icon who had a long and prolific career, recording many songs that became bigger than country music.
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The 5 Best Rock Songs With Eclipse In The Title
Out of the many rock songs that are centered around eclipses, here are the ones everyone should listen to if they're interested in the cultural phenomenon.
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4 Songs By Dolly Parton That Prove 1983 Was The Best Year Of Her Career
With solo albums as recent as 2023, Dolly Parton has a catalog going back more than 50 years, but one year in particular stands out as her career peak.
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3 Folk Rock Songs You Didn't Know Paul McCartney Wrote
As the Beatles' stature and influence grew throughout the '60s, Paul McCartney's songwriting services were sought out by rising folk rock stars from the U.K.
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Dolly Parton's Final Instagram Post Is A Heartbreaking Nod To Her No. 1 Song From 1983
Days before her death, music legend Dolly Parton posted a video one of her biggest hits of all time on Instagram and celebrated its anniversary.
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5 Deep Cuts That Prove This Overlooked Genre Is Even Cooler Today
We're going to highlight a legitimately overlooked branch of music that lived, breathed, and oozed cool — a fusion of funk, jazz, post-hardcore, and more.
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5 Classic Rock Songs Inspired By Your Favorite Movies
Songwriters and musicians saw something so special in your favorite cinematic works that they adapted and interpreted them into short pop songs.
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5 David Bowie Vinyls That Every True Fan Should Already Own
David Bowie left behind nearly 30 studio albums, not to mention assorted rarities and special editions. Here are the cornerstones of any Bowie vinyl collection.
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5 John Bonham Drum Solos That Deserve A Place In Rock History
Picking five John Bonham drum solos is trickier than it sounds because it is largely the same piece ("Moby Dick") performed time and time again.
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One Of Neil Peart's Most Beloved Drum Solos Was Made Up On The Spot
If any drummer could improvise his way out of a momentary rut, it was Neil Peart, which is exactly what he did in a solo from one of Rush's best-known songs.
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5 History-Making Guitarists Every Classic Rock Fan Should Already Know
To truly understand the history of classic rock, you've got to learn about some of the key guitarists who shaped everything else that came after.
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The 5 Longest Guitar Solos In Rock History
Rock history is packed with killer guitar solos, many of which are famed for their length, so we found the absolute longest of the longest.
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The No. 1 Song On August 24, 1960 Sounds Even More Passionate Today
This passionate bop reigned supreme at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 on August 24, 1960, spending a total of five weeks at No. 1.
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5 Classic Rock Bands Who Went Mainstream With A Pop Hit
We break down how five classic rock bands surprised their fans by embracing pop. These mainstream hits then became defining moments in their careers.
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5 Signature Hits That Prove One Song Can Change A Career
While some careers are built off of a steady buildup of successful tunes, others launch into the stratosphere with just a single hit.
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The 6 Best Harmonica Solos In Rock History
There are some rock songs with a harmonica that stand out from the rest, and we're betting you already know — and love — our selections.
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