Red Flags That Signaled The Beginning Of The End Of These Classic Rock Bands
For all these legendary acts, the writing was on the wall in the months (or in some cases, a few years) leading to their breakup.
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The Truth About Elvis Presley's Relationship With His Manager, Colonel Tom Parker
Would Elvis have become such a huge star without the help of his manager? Let's examine the relationship between Elvis Presley and Colonel Tom Parker.
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The Best Classic Rock Songs You've Never Heard
These songs, from some of the greatest artists in history, survive only as studio recordings or one-off live performances.
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The Most Famous Groupies Of Classic Rock
Who were the women who devoted their lives to sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll? Here are some of the most famous groupies of classic rock.
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The Real Reason Steven Tyler Sounds So Different On Dream On
Steven Tyler used his real voice when 'Dream On' was recorded.
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Commonly Misunderstood Classic Rock Lyrics You May Be Singing Wrong
We've all gotten song lyrics wrong from time to time, but these classic rock songs are the most commonly misheard.
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How Ronnie Van Zant And Neil Young's Feud Led To An Iconic Classic Rock Song
Lynyrd Skynyrd's Ronnie Van Zant and Neil Young famously feuded in the lyrics of their songs. But how deep was their musical rivalry, really?
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People Who Didn't Get Credit For Helping Write Classic Rock Songs
Music is often collaborative, but that isn't always reflected in the credits. Here are some examples of people who didn't get credit for classic rock songs.
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Tragic Details About Carly Simon
50 years after writing breakthrough works, Carly Simon is a 2022 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee. These are some tragic details about Carly Simon.
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Tragic Details About Annie Lennox
Rock icon Annie Lennox garnered huge success with the Eurythmics and in her solo career. But Lennox also had more than her fair share of tragic moments.
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Tom Petty's On-Set Encounter With Elvis Set The Stage For The Classic Rocker's Legendary Career
Tom Petty's on-set encounter with Elvis when Petty was just 10 years old set the stage for the classic rocker's legendary career.
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Billy Joel: The Tragic Real-Life Story
Bill Joel is one of the best songwriters of all time, with dozens of hits to his name. Despite his success, he has endured some major hardships.
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Who Are Paul Simon's Children?
While Paul Simon is regarded as one of the most acclaimed songwriters, did his children follow in his footsteps? Let's take a look at three of them.
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Classic Rock Lyrics No One Can Explain
Many classic rock artists wrote zany lyrics, which sometimes become so obscure and over-the-top that even the most diehard fans can't decipher their meaning.
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Bill Wyman's Son Did Not Marry Who You'd Expect
Ex-Rolling Stone Bill Wyman dated 13-year-old Mandy Smith and then married her at 18, divorcing two years later. Then his son Stephen got in on the act.
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The Tragic 1998 Death Of Falco Explained
Most artists have ebbs and flows in their careers, sometimes achieving a flash of success that's sadly followed by relative obscurity, even tragedy.
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What Was Colonel Tom Parker's Net Worth When He Died?
In much the same way that people made far more money selling equipment to miners than miners did mining, so it often is with managers of popular performers.
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The Real Reason These Classic Rock Hits Were Never Performed Live
No one agrees on what constitutes "good" music. And even legendary musicians have produced work that falls flat with their most dedicated fans.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Allen Collins From Lynyrd Skynyrd
With the band Lynyrd Skynyrd having so much tragedy surrounding it, it's not a far stretch to assume that the band's members each had their own tragic lives.
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The Tragic Death Of Leon Wilkeson From Lynyrd Skynyrd
According to Rolling Stone, Wilkeson was among the most severely injured in the Skynyrd plane crash. Reports indicated he suffered massive internal injuries, as well as a smashed jaw, broken nose and facial bones, 15 dislodged teeth, six broken ribs, and a broken left arm and leg.
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False Facts About Classic Rock Artists You Always Thought Were True
It's pretty easy for a rumor to become fact in the public eye, especially if that rumor involves somebody famous.
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