The 5 Best Duets In Country Rock History
Country and rock have crossed paths in several unforgettable duets. Here are our favorite five songs with two powerful artists sharing the mic.
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Born 75 Years Ago Today In Indiana, He Turned His Small-Town Roots Into A String Of '80s Hits
This roots rocker from Indiana had dozens of hits in the '80s, including "Hurts So Good," "Small Town," and "Pink Houses." He was born 75 years ago today.
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Quote Of The Day By George Harrison: 'It Might Have Been Fun For Everybody Else ...'
As a member of the Beatles, George Harrison had a very different perspective when it came to the Beatlemania that swept the world in the 1960s.
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The Greatest Self-Taught Sax Players In Rock History
The saxophone definitely isn't an easy instrument to master without formal training. These musicians found their own way around the horn and into rock history.
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The Best Soft Rock Hits That Still Get Boomers In Their Dancing Shoes
Some soft rock hits call boomers to the dancefloor like a siren's song. Let's look back at fond memories of youthful nights getting your groove on.
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Album Cover Details That Could Make Your Records Worth More Than You Think
Album covers with errors or that were recalled for certain details, like "Diamond Dogs" and "Some Girls," are worth more than you may realize.
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5 Classic Albums That Define The Kinks' Rock Legacy
Riding the wave of the British Invasion, the Kinks were trailblazers for multiple genres and artists, and these acclaimed albums encapsulate their iconic sound.
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Quote Of The Day By Mick Jagger: 'I've Spent A Lot Of Time In ...'
Mick Jagger has loved America since he was a teenager, and after spending a lot of time in the country, here's why he appreciates the out of the way places.
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The 4 Best '70s Duets With Big Age Gaps
We've rounded up four ’70s duets that paired singers who were decades apart in age. Still, they show how powerful an unexpected pairing can be.
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The 5 Longest Bass Solos In Rock History
Some of the longest bass solos in rock history were played live by bassists from Metallica, Yes, Van Halen, and Mr. Big. Here's a look at who shredded best.
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Is Steely Dan Really Yacht Rock? The Debate Rages On
A reductive term, or useful shorthand for the band's polished sound? Donald Fagen refuses the term with prejudice, while Walter Becker found it amusing.
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5 Songs That Prove 1982 Was The Best Year For Funk
In 1982, artists were really bringing the funk. Here are our favorite five funk hits from a landmark year full of inventive sounds and irresistible grooves.
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Classic Rock Artists Whose One Big Hit Was Actually A Cover
From Jimi Hendrix to Janis Joplin, these classic rock legends only scored one major hit, and they were covering another artist's song.
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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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