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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The Best Debut Singles By Supergroups, Ranked
Some of rock's biggest names have joined forces and struck instant gold. Here are our favorite debut singles by legendary supergroups, ranked.
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1967 No. 1, Including Sound Of Real Airplane, Was At The Top Of The Charts 59 Years Ago
The No. 1 song on September 27, 1967, was by the Box Tops, and not only was the singer only 16, the track also included the sound of a real airplane in flight.
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Quote Of The Day By Gary Rossington: 'We Didn't Ever Think We'd Make It ...'
Gary Rossington, founding guitarist of legendary Southern rock act Lynyrd Skynyrd, started the band thinking none of them had the musical chops to make it.
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The 5 Best Yacht Rock Hits Of The '80s
Let's set sail with five of the best yacht rock hits of the '80s. These iconic jams feature smooth grooves and breezy vocals perfect for easy listening.
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5 Rock Supergroups Best Remembered For One Massive Hit
Big names don't always guarantee a long-running band, but they can produce one unforgettable song. These supergroups left behind a hit that outlasted them.
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Not The Eagles, Not The James Gang: Joe Walsh's Other Band That Time Forgot
Joe Walsh is best known for his time with the Eagles and the James Gang, but the guitarist was also in another band. That band wrote "Rocky Mountain Way."
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The 5 Greatest Self-Taught Bassists Of All Time
Bassists are often the unsung heroes of a band, but some of the best bassists of all time never even had a lesson, and they still became stand-out musicians.
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5 Music Videos From The '80s Every Classic Rock Fan Should Watch
From Genesis' innovative "Land of Confusion" to Alice Cooper's seedy "Poison," these five videos offer a snapshot of rock 'n' roll in the 1980s.
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