Quote Of The Day By Rod Stewart: 'I Wanted To Be ...'
Rod Stewart is one of the best-selling musical artists of all time, but he only reached those lofty heights because his original career goal didn't work out.
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5 Of The Most Beautiful Voices In Yacht Rock History
Michael McDonald's smooth, soulful, baritone is one of the most beautiful voices in yacht rock history, among a few tender tenors and even one female singer.
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5 Debut Singles That Changed Rock History, Ranked
Sometimes a song comes along and changes everything, and these debut singles by Led Zeppelin, the Doors, Jimi Hendrix, the Sex Pistols, and Elvis did just that.
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4 Famous Songs That Started As Simple Warm-Up Exercises
The Eagles' "Life in the Fast Lane" and Van Halen's "Eruption" are just a couple of rock classics that started as instrumental warm-up exercises.
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5 R&B Songs That Became Iconic Classic Rock Hits
Some of classic rock's biggest names found inspiration in the R&B records that came before them. These songs sounded very different the first time around.
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These Songs Ended The Longest No. 1 Streaks In Classic Rock History
All good things must come to an end, and that includes the songs that boasted the longest No. 1 streaks on the Billboard Hot 100 in classic rock history.
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5 Folk Rock Songs That Capture The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of Grief
Grief is a complex emotion. These five folk rock songs explore all of the beautiful, gritty nuance of what it means to remember and honor a life.
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5 Classic Singles That Define Yacht Rock
These five singles truly captured the signature sound of '70s and '80s yacht rock. Here's how the Doobie Brothers, Seals & Crofts, and more defined the genre.
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1971 Pop No. 1, Originally Released As A B-Side, Topped The Charts 55 Years Ago Today
Rod Stewart had one of the biggest hits of his career 55 years ago with a song that was relegated to a B-side. Here's how the song climbed to No. 1.
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Quote Of The Day By Marianne Faithfull: 'I Once Asked My Father What He Wanted Me To Be ...'
Marianne Faithfull's father hoped she'd be a sociologist, but her restlessness and passion for the arts drew her to a more unique path in life.
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One Of The Best Duets In Classic Rock Came Together Almost By Accident
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers were riding high in the early '80s, yet a chance collaboration with a rock-royalty fan gave both acts their biggest hit.
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5 Santana Songs That Prove 1970 Was The Best Year Of Their Career
Santana's breakthrough era gave way to far more than one signature hit. In 1970, the band stretched across genres while forging an unmistakable sound.
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The Happiest Soft Rock Songs Of All Time, Ranked
If there is one thing all of these feel-good soft rock songs have in common, it is that they are sure to make you tap your foot and crack a smile.
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Iconic Albums That Really Do Sound Better On Vinyl Record Players
Some classic albums just sound better on vinyl. Here are a few iconic records whose warmth and detail make an analog spin worth seeking out.
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5 Everyday Places That Became Classic Rock Album Cover Landmarks
These ordinary city streets and features earned permanent spots in music history when they made the cover of these legendary classic rock albums.
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The 5 Best Covers Of Bad Company, Ranked
While the song "Bad Company" by Bad Company was never released as an official single, it's still a classic that has inspired some seriously great covers.
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5 Rock Singers Who Went Full Gibberish — And It Worked
Meet five rock singers who turned total gibberish into unforgettable hooks. This is proof that lyrics don’t need meaning to make a song memorable.
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5 Classic Rock Album Covers Every Boomer Can Instantly Picture
Some album covers are as recognizable as the songs on the records. Boomers are sure to know these five by the Doors, Pink Floyd, the Beatles, Yes, and EL&P.
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Bubblegum Pop Hits That Weren't Recorded By The Bands You Thought
Bubblegum pop dominated the '60s and '70s, but some of its biggest hits weren't recorded by the bands whose faces appeared on the actual records.
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The 5 Best Kinks Songs That Aren't You Really Got Me
The Kinks' "You Really Got Me" may be one of their biggest hits, but songs like "Picture Book" and "All Day and All of the Night" are also among their best.
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5 Rock Bands With The Longest Careers In Music History
Many rock bands have come and gone, but these five, including the Beach Boys, the Rolling Stones, and Chicago, have had careers that spanned six decades.
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5 Times The Byrds Turned Musicians Into Legends
The Byrds were an iconic rock act in their own right, but they also helped launch Bob Dylan into the mainstream, gave Jackson Browne an early boost, and more.
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Quote Of The Day By Ozzy Osbourne: 'If I Can't Give Them My Best Shot ...'
Ozzy Osbourne once said he felt like he was cheating unless he gave his fans his best efforts on stage. Here's a deeper look into what his craft meant to him.
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Classic Rock Albums With The Most Hit Singles, Ranked
From Bruce Springsteen to Def Leppard, several classic rock acts turned excellent albums into hit factories, and these birthed the most chart-topping singles.
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5 Times Rock Artists Released Sequels To Their Most Famous Songs
Some major rock stars brought the complex stories introduced in their biggest hits to a conclusion (or at least added new chapters) in these musical sequels.
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5 Rolling Stones Songs That Prove 1969 Was The Best Year Of Their Career
The Rolling Stones have had a long and successful career, but one year was most notable for a major thematic shift inspired by a tumultuous historical period.
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Born 79 Years Ago Today In Dallas, He Became One Of Rock's Most Unlikely Superstars
Thanks to his multi-octave voice and over-the-top persona, this former bouncer defied expectations and became a rock 'n' roll powerhouse.
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