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  • Stevie Nicks recording vocals in the studio

    Stevie Nicks Faced A Harsh Ultimatum When She Refused To Record This 1977 Classic

    When recording the legendary 1977 Fleetwood Mac album "Rumours," Stevie Nicks soured on a last-minute substitution, but was given a bleak choice if she refused.

    By Amy Beeman 17 hours ago Read More
  • Rolling Stones performing live on stage

    The 5 Best Rolling Stones Songs That Aren't Gimme Shelter Or Paint It, Black

    So while we can't deny the allure of "Paint It, Black" and "Gimme Shelter," these tunes don't give a proper picture of the Rolling Stones' library of music.

    By Jordan Owen 20 hours ago Read More
  • Luther Vandross singing into microphone in suit

    5 Backup Singers Who Finally Got Their Long-Deserved Moment In The Spotlight

    From Elton John to Cher, a number of the most acclaimed and best-selling singers in history cut their teeth by accompanying more tenured performers.

    By Chris Condry 24 hours ago Read More
  • Linda Ronstadt performs on stage

    5 Backup Singers Who Helped Put '70s Rock On The Map

    There's something about a stellar backup singer's performance that becomes an art unto itself — and some of the artists we highlight are unexpected treasures.

    By Jordan Owen 1 day ago Read More
  • Rob Halford (left) and K.K. Downing of Judas Priest playing live in 1977

    '70s-Era Rock Bands Almost Ruined By A New Frontman

    Replacing a frontman is always risky, and plenty of '70s bands almost met their doom when, for whatever reason, they decided to take the gamble.

    By Jason Brow 2 days ago Read More
  • Stevie Nicks performing on stage

    Bands That Transformed Their Legacy With A New Member

    From singers who revived a stagnating group to replacement drummers who hit harder than anyone before, these musicians transformed the bands they joined.

    By Mark Gurarie 2 days ago Read More
  • Joni Mitchell performing on stage with Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young ca. 1973.

    In 1970, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young Took This Quiet Joni Mitchell Song And Spun It Into A Rock Hit

    Joni Mitchell's quiet song about a historical event that she couldn't attend turned into a rock hit for Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young in 1970.

    By Mark Gurarie 3 days ago Read More
  • Sonny & Cher pose in 1965

    5 Wholesome '60s Classics That'll Take Boomers Back To Their First Crush

    These sweet, sincere classics from the Beach Boys, Stevie Wonder, Sonny & Cher, and more will stir memories of puppy love in music fans of a certain age.

    By Andrew Dirst 3 days ago Read More
  • Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel on a stage looking forlorn

    Paul Simon Wrote This 1964 Classic — 51 Years Later, A Hard Rock Cover Won A New Generation

    A mid-2010s heavy metal act and a 1964 Simon & Garfunkel classic might not seem like a perfect fit, but this 2015 cover won hard-rocking fans over nonetheless.

    By Amy Beeman 3 days ago Read More
  • Stevie Nicks singing in front of microphone, 2011

    5 Stevie Nicks Breakup Songs Besides Silver Springs That Fans Don't Talk About Enough

    Thanks to her tumultuous years with Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks has penned several songs about heartbreak that are just as worthy as "Silver Springs."

    By Sarah Crocker 4 days ago Read More
  • gwen stefani and her harajuku backers at a fashion event ca. 2004

    The Most Unexpected Career Moves In Music History

    Musicians get bored, have secondary interests, and hear the whispers of mischievous demons like anyone else, and sometimes they make unexpected career moves.

    By Chris Turner-Neal 4 days ago Read More
  • Donna Summer singing in 1979

    The No. 1 Song On June 24, 1979 Sounds So Much Cooler Today

    The No. 1 song on June 24, 1979 has become the unofficial anthem for whenever someone gets changed and dances while looking at themselves in the mirror.

    By Sergio Pereira 4 days ago Read More
  • Stevie Nicks sings with Tom Petty

    5 Defining Duets Of Stevie Nicks That Prove She's The Queen Of Dreamy Collabs

    Stevie Nicks has been part of several chart-topping and beloved collaborations. Here's a look at her work with Kenny Loggins, Tom Petty, Don Henley, and others.

    By Steven Luna 5 days ago Read More
  • Rod Stewart onstage  smiling with hands out

    5 Rod Stewart Songs That Prove 1971 Was The Best Year Of His Career

    In 1971, Rod Stewart was in the band the Faces when he released the album "Every Picture Tells a Story" as a solo artist. It was the best year of his career.

    By Brian Boone 5 days ago Read More
  • Chris Cornell holding microphone on stage with sweaty hair

    5 Rock Choruses So Unforgettable They Made Nearly Perfect Songs

    The choruses from rock songs like "Black Hole Sun," "Livin' on a Prayer," and "Another Brick in the Wall Part II" elevate those tracks to near perfection.

    By Richard Milner 5 days ago Read More
  • Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty on stage together

    Years After Their Famous Duet, A Tom Petty Hit Became Stevie Nicks' Lifeline

    When Stevie Nicks was going through a difficult time, she found strength and comfort in a now-classic song by her friend and duet partner Tom Petty.

    By Amy Beeman 6 days ago Read More
  • John Denver playing guitar and singing on stage

    John Denver's Deeply Personal 1986 Single Recalls A Tragedy That Was Nearly His Own

    In 1986, the world watched in horror as the space shuttle Challenger exploded, and John Denver's personal connection to NASA inspired a heartfelt song.

    By Amy Beeman 6 days ago Read More
  • Metallica's James Hetfield performing live

    5 Times Metal Bands Reinvented Classic Rock Songs For The Better

    A metal band covering a classic rock tune? While sometimes it seems like a natural evolution, some seem like they're out of left field — but it works anyway.

    By Jordan Owen 6 days ago Read More
  • John Denver is photographed in Italy in the '80s

    5 John Denver Songs That Capture The Free Spirit Of A Cross-Country Road Trip

    With a cross-country trip before you — the wide fields and tall mountains of America — Denver's free-spirited music is the perfect soundtrack.

    By Andrew Dirst 6 days ago Read More
  • members of Heart dancing in a parking lot in 1978

    5 Nearly Perfect Classic Rock Songs From The '70s That Almost Didn't Get Released

    From Heart's rousing "Heartless" to Bruce Springsteen's anthemic "Born to Run," here are five rock classics that almost didn't see the light of day.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 6 days ago Read More
  • joan jett performing in los angeles in 2018

    5 Female Rockers Who Launched Legendary Solo Careers After Leaving Their Bands

    These female rock stars, such as Cher and Joan Jett, got their start in groups, but they soon outgrew them and went on to legendary success as solo artists.

    By Chris Turner-Neal 6 days ago Read More
  • Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham onstage

    The 5 Best Guitar Riffs From '70s Artists

    A solid guitar riff makes songs memorable, and Led Zeppelin, Fleetwood Mac, Deep Purple, and these others delivered some of the best riffs of the '70s.

    By Steven Luna 7 days ago Read More
  • france gall and michel berger in a staged shot at their home

    5 Nearly Perfect '60s Songs That Almost Everyone Agrees On

    The 60's produced many iconic songs, but some are truly masterpieces. Here are the songs of the '60s that are thought of as perfect by critics and music fans.

    By Chris Turner-Neal 7 days ago Read More
  • Beatles performing live

    5 Hits From The Beatles That Take Boomers Back To Their First Crush

    Boomers have decades of amazing classic rock for their 'first crush' soundtrack, and these Beatles tunes are likely part of this core memory.

    By Jordan Owen 7 days ago Read More
  • The members of the Runaways posing on the street.

    5 '70s Rock Songs With The Energy Of One Wild High School Party

    In the 1970s, artists like Alice Cooper, the Runaways, and the Ramones recorded songs that captured the frenetic, rebellious energy of a high school party.

    By Mark Gurarie 7 days ago Read More
  • Elton John and Kiki Dee perform together in 1977

    5 Defining Duets Of The '70s That Prove Two Is Better Than One

    On occasion, two vocalists came together and found a true creative spark, and it's from this collaboration that some of the best songs of the '70s were made.

    By Andrew Dirst 7 days ago Read More
  • Cat Stevens with acoustic guitar

    This Might Not Be Cat Stevens' Most Popular Song, But It's Nearly Perfect In Every Way

    Tucked among the many successful tracks that Cat Stevens released in the early 1970s is a hidden gem, a heartfelt song deserving of far more attention.

    By S. Flannagan 7 days ago Read More
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