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5 Flop Musicians From The '70s That Have Earned Respect From Younger Generations

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:07:00 +0000

Younger generations have uncovered some undoubtedly talented singers and songwriters from the '70s that are reaching new successes in the 2020s.

The 5 Most Underrated Soft Rock Songs Of The '70s

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:07:00 +0000

There's a lot to love in '70s music, and though some of the tracks found reasonable success, there are a few that deserve just a bit more.

Bob Dylan's 1965 Classic Never Hit No. 1 — But It Became A Cultural Touchstone Anyway

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:07:00 +0000

Rolling Stone has called it the greatest song of all time, but this timeless Bob Dylan classic never made it to the top of the Billboard chart.

5 Songs From 1983 That Define Rock History

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:07:00 +0000

1983 was a pivotal year in rock history, with songs from the Police, Def Leppard, Michael Jackson, and more setting the stage for new trends and subgenres.

5 Classic Rock Podcasts Even Tech-Averse Boomers Will Appreciate

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:37:00 +0000

There are millions of podcasts out there, and while younger generations are bigger consumers of this type of media, older folks are now tuning in.

5 Flop Love Songs From The '80s That Have Earned Respect From Younger Generations

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:07:00 +0000

The 1980s were awash with love songs, but some fell by the wayside until younger cohorts discovered them through social media, streaming, or popular TV shows.

Tours That Destroyed Iconic Rock Bands

staff@grunge.com (Sergio Pereira) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:07:00 +0000

There have been tours that were responsible for the destruction of many groups, whether it be due to the internal tensions boiling over or a real-life tragedy.

5 Times Rock Songs Made Movie Scenes Drop-Dead Electrifying

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:37:00 +0000

The best soundtracks can make movies even more unforgettable. These are some of the most iconic rock songs that take movie scenes to a new height.

5 Rock Songs From The '50s That Were Ahead Of Their Time

staff@grunge.com (Sarah Crocker) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:07:00 +0000

Rock 'n' roll as we know it was born in the '50s, but even in those trailblazing times, musicians such as Chuck Berry and Janis Martin were charting new waters.

5 No. 1 Hits That Prove 1989 Was The Decade's Best Year For Power Ballads

staff@grunge.com (Amy Beeman) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:07:00 +0000

The 1980s were never going to go out quietly, and from Bad English to Sheriff, 1989 went peak power ballad to see that decadent decade into the 1990s.

Rock Legends With Zero No. 1 Hits

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:07:00 +0000

During rock's zenith of cultural and commercial importance in the latter third of the 20th century, some legends failed to gain a No. 1 hit.

5 Classic Love Songs That Were Once Banned From The Radio

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:37:00 +0000

Radio stations once acted like moral gatekeepers, and kept now-classic racy love songs from musicians such as the Rolling Stones from our delicate ears.

5 Rock Songs From 1959 That Sound Even Cooler Today

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:07:00 +0000

Thanks to a heady mix of nostalgia and long-lasting innovation, these rock 'n' roll tunes from 1959 sound remarkably fresh and recognizable to modern listeners.

The Osmonds Released A Hard Rock Song In 1972 That Shreds Their Sunshine Pop Image

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:37:00 +0000

This unexpected hit single from the Osmonds, featuring environmentalist lyrics by Alan Osmond, was an early step in the evolution of heavy metal.

5 Little-Known Facts About Neil Diamond's Connection To Elvis Presley

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:07:00 +0000

Neil Diamond and Elvis Presley enjoyed and respected each other's music, and their proverbial paths sometimes crossed outside of any music industry obligation.

Elvis Presley's 1970 Cover Of Sweet Caroline Is Too Good To Be This Under The Radar

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:07:00 +0000

You've likely not heard it, but Elvis' 1970 epic live rendition of Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline" is shockingly good, and done the way only the King could do.

5 Rock Songs Every Gen Xer's Road Trip Playlist Needs

staff@grunge.com (Chris Turner-Neal) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:07:00 +0000

Gen Xers invented the mixtape, so road trip playlists are still a priority. They should include rock songs by No Doubt, STP, Sammy Hagar, and these others.

5 Friendships In Rock 'N' Roll History That Stood The Test Of Time

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:07:00 +0000

In some rare cases, musicians have managed to ascend to the pantheon of rock music greats and stay there - and some have even stayed friends.

5 Neil Diamond Songs That Prove 1970 Was The Best Year Of His Career

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:37:00 +0000

In 1970, Neil Diamond climbed the charts with new hits ("Cracklin' Rosie"), re-releases ("Solitary Man"), and covers ("He Ain't Heavy ... He's My Brother").

5 Classic Rock Songs Every Divorced Boomer's Playlist Needs

staff@grunge.com (Chris Condry) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:07:00 +0000

For any boomers dealing with divorce, the change can come with some major silver linings, and one of the best is total control of the music you play.