5 Legendary Rock Bands That Deserve A Biopic Before Bon Jovi
Sure, Bon Jovi's history makes for a fine biopic, but we'd prefer the rollercoaster stories of treachery, tragedy, and pure grit that these rock bands faced.
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5 Flop Songs From The '70s That Sound Even Cringier Today
Cringeworthy flops songs from artists like John Lennon and Jackson Browne show how much times have changed since the '70s. These songs are even worse today.
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Strange Things From The Early Days Of MTV You Didn't Know
How much cable viewers came to want their MTV cannot be understated, and it all started amid the many strange things that happened in the network's early days.
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5 Songs From 1979 That Define Rock History
With disco and classic rock's golden era almost tapped out and the '80s knocking, these 1979 rock hits straddled the transition and kept rock music alive.
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5 Flop Songs From 1979 We Can't Help But Love
These songs that came out in 1979 didn't get very far on the music charts for a host of different reasons, but we sure do love them anyway.
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These 5 Songs Defined '70s Disco
Songs like "I Will Survive" and "Stayin' Alive" are disco classics. Here's a look at why disco had its moment in the '70s and why these five songs defined it.
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It's Time This Forgotten '80s Rock Band Finally Gets The Spotlight They Deserve
This late-80s band inspired Rage Against The Machine, won multiple Grammys, still performs amazing live shows, and we think is long overdue for recognition.
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Barry Manilow Once Joked That This Peculiar '70s Jingle Was A 'Low Point' In His Career
Barry Manilow is called the king of jingles, and for good reason, since he was both prolific and successful with them. However, there is one he's not a fan of.
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12 Wild Things About Barry Manilow You May Not Know
From what almost happened to his flamboyant "Copacabana" shirt to a surprising first choice of instrument, Barry Manilow is more fascinating than you may think.
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1974 Flopped Harder Than Any Other Year In Classic Rock History
A brief lull that was sandwiched between two defining periods and swamped with schmaltz, 1974 was just about the most mediocre year in classic rock's history.
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Why Listening To Music On The Original iPod Was Better Than Everything Before It
The original iPod revolutionized portable music, taking everything that made previous products great and solving all of their problems in one small device.
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5 Tracks From 1972 That Nail The Meaning Of Life
Some songs are frivolous fun, and others cut right to the heart. These songs from 1972 do the latter, offering up poignant lyrics that nail the meaning of life.
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How Whitesnake Turned A Massive Flop Into Its Biggest Hit
For much of the 1980s, Whitesnake trod water until it recorded a new version of a 1982 song, which took the big-haired hard rock band to No. 1 in 1987.
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This World-Famous Love Song Held The No. 1 Spot The Longest In 1985
After a debut performance at the first-ever MTV Music Awards, this now world-famous love song topped the charts for six straight weeks across two years.
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These 5 Rock Songs Might Be Flops, But We Love Them For Making Us Feel Young Again
These rock songs burrowed deep into our souls and became friends for life, even if they flopped elsewhere, and playing them now transports us to our past.
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Rock Stars Who Abandoned Their Bands For A More Successful Solo Career
Artistic differences, ego clashes, and pure individualism caused these wildly successful rock stars to cut the caboose, go solo, and reap the rewards.
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Forgotten No. 1 Songs By Wings
Wings was Paul McCartney's other band. While it didn't have the same impact as the Beatles, Wings had several No. 1 hits. Here are some you may have forgotten.
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5 Songs From 1971 That Nail The Meaning Of Life
In a year defined by both turbulence and progress, these songs from Marvin Gaye, Dolly Parton, Carole King, and other artists reminded us what matters most.
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Strange Things About The Monkees You Don't Know
The Monkees may be one of the '60s best-known acts, but from "The Three Stooges" influences to having a hand in creating MTV, there's plenty more to learn.
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The Full Version Of The Family Ties Theme Song Is An Underrated Must-Listen For '80s Kids
There is a lot more to the theme song to "Family Ties" than the one minute version of "Without Us" that kicked off the show. It's a must-listen for '80s kids.
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5 Rock Songs From 1989 That Sound Even Cooler Today
These five 1989 songs from Nirvana, the Pixies, and more closed out the decade with style, and they've only gotten cooler as the years have passed.
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'80s B-Side Songs That Outshined Their Lead Singles
Sometimes a single's lead track is merely a vector for the real showstopper, and these '80s B-sides, from proto-grunge to ska and alt-rock, are ideal examples.
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5 Classic Love Songs That Snagged The No. 1 Spot For Just One Week
What does 1987's "Heaven Is a Place on Earth" have in common with 1964's "My Girl"? Both classic love songs only held the top spot for a single week.
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Queen's We Will Rock You Was The Perfect Anthem Until Sports Ruined It
Queen's "We Will Rock You" pops up at sporting events all the time, along with songs like "Eye of the Tiger," and it's safe to say it's overplayed.
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Gen Z Totally Missed The Point Behind These 5 Classic Hits That Went Viral
Classic hits like "Goldenbrown" and "Dreams" are often played in the background of social media content, but Gen Z is missing the real meaning of the songs.
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5 Songs Featured In EPiC: Elvis Presley In Concert That Define The Untamed Spirit Of Rock 'N' Roll
Featuring once-lost footage of the King, these songs from "Elvis Presley In Concert" showcase the kind of raw rock 'n' roll energy that drove fans wild.
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Rock Stars Whose Egos Spilled Over Into Their Lyrics
The already outsized egos rockers need for success in the first place only grow with the trappings of fame, swelling every night in the spotlight.
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