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5 ZZ Top Songs That Prove 1983 Was The Best Year Of Their Career

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:07:00 +0000

Sporting their iconic beards, shades, and a bright red hot rod, the Texas band ZZ Top roared into 1983 with a new sound and never looked back -- but we will.

The 5 Longest No. 1 Album Streaks In Classic Rock Music History

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:07:00 +0000

Classic rock albums from the Monkees, Fleetwood Mac, the Beatles, and Pink Floyd spent the longest time at No. 1 in rock history. Here are their record numbers.

The 5 Best Soft Rock Solos Of The '80s

staff@grunge.com (Steven Luna) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:07:00 +0000

From Neal Schon's blistering guitar outro in "Faithfully" to Bruce Hornsby's iconic piano break in "The Way It Is," here are the decade's best soft rock solos.

Born 95 Years Ago Today In The Lone Star State, He Was One Of Country Music's Greatest Voices

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

In the early 1930s, Saratoga, Texas, produced an influential legend who holds the record for the most songs on the U.S. country music chart, and deservedly so.

Classic '50s Albums On Vinyl That Are Actually Worth Your Money

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:07:00 +0000

From albums that heralded the birth of rock 'n' roll to peak modal jazz, these essential '50s vinyls capture the transitional spirit of that long-ago era.

This Cinematic 1986 Pop No. 1, Partially Written By A Mechanic, Hit The Top Of The Charts 40 Years Ago Today

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:05:00 +0000

The No. 1 song on September 12, 1986, was a love ballad written for the movie "Top Gun." Performed by the band Berlin, the song sounds even more amorous today.

Quote Of The Day By Barbra Streisand: 'Doubt Can Motivate You, So ...'

staff@grunge.com (Beth McMurray) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:07:00 +0000

Barbra Streisand knows a thing or two about being self-aware and forging ahead, as her decades-long list of accomplishments and awards amply demonstrates.

4 Chicago Songs That Prove 1970 Was The Best Year Of Their Career

staff@grunge.com (Lorenzo Tanos) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:37:00 +0000

Chicago had a very successful career that spanned decades, but songs like "25 or 6 to 4" and "Make Me Smile/Now More Than Ever" prove 1970 was their best year.

5 Buddy Rich Drum Solos That Cement His Status In Rock Music History

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:37:00 +0000

Buddy Rich is one of the best drummers of all time, and even though he was a jazz guy, these five rock solos earned him a place in rock history.

5 Dance Hits That Took Over Every Club In The '80s

staff@grunge.com (Steven Luna) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:07:00 +0000

From Madonna to Soft Cell, if you were a clubgoer in the '80s, you were likely waiting for these iconic songs to play so you could shred the dance floor.

Born 59 Years Ago In New Orleans, This Singer Snapped Jazz Back Into The Mainstream

staff@grunge.com (Nicholas Vrchoticky) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:07:00 +0000

As the man behind the soundtrack to "When Harry Met Sally," this artist, who was born 59 years ago, brought jazz back to the mainstream in the '90s.

In 1978, Talking Heads Turned This Southern Soul Track Into A Classic Cover For New Wave Diehards

staff@grunge.com (Mark Gurarie) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:07:00 +0000

Towards the end of the '70s, new wave was ready for the big time, when New York newcomers Talking Heads decided to pick up a song by proven hitmaker Al Green.

This 1985 Rock No. 1, Theme Song For Brat Pack Flick Of The Same Name, Topped Charts 41 Years Ago Today

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:05:00 +0000

Written for a coming-of-age film yet inspired by a real-life hero, this 1985 chart-topper is a motivational spirit-lifter packaged in thumping '80s vibes.

Quote Of The Day By Ringo Starr: 'I Hit The Drum And ...'

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:07:00 +0000

For anyone finding their dedication to a singular goal wavering, look to drummer Ringo Starr's example of a childhood dream turned into global superstardom.

5 Classic Rock Songs With Even More Cowbell Than (Don't Fear) The Reaper

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:37:00 +0000

If Christopher Walken's music producer "SNL" character still wants more cowbell than "(Don't Fear) the Reaper" has, he can find it in these classic rock songs.

The 1976 Drum Solo That Changed Rock History Forever

staff@grunge.com (Daryl Nelson) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:37:00 +0000

John Bonham's 1976 drum solo, recorded years after his famed "Moby Dick" solo, is among the favorites of many rock drummers. It even changed rock history.

5 Songs That Prove Country Artists Can Rock

staff@grunge.com (Jordan Owen) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:07:00 +0000

Country artists like Chris Stapleton and Dolly Parton have proven they can rock, and others have collaborated with rockers like Pantera and Tom Morello.

One Of Rock's Greatest Guitarists Was Born 76 Years Ago Today

staff@grunge.com (Chris Condry) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:31:00 +0000

Influenced by Jimmy Page and Beck, this famed guitarist has given us timeless riffs from tunes such as "Walk This Way," "Dream On," and "Sweet Emotion."

5 Talking Heads Songs That Prove 1980 Was The Best Year Of Their Career

staff@grunge.com (Mark Gurarie) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:07:00 +0000

The Talking heads put out 10 albums in 11 years, but we think 1980 was the best year of their career due to their critically acclaimed album, "Remain in Light."

This Powerful 1984 Pop No. 1, Initially Rejected By Tina Turner, Topped The Charts 42 Years Ago Today

staff@grunge.com (Leo Noboru Lima) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:05:00 +0000

Tina Turner's "Private Dancer" album, released in 1984, marked her triumphant return, bolstered by this song, which was at No. 1 on September 10 that year.