5 High School Hits From The '60s That Will Stir Up Emotions In Every Boomer
As boomers went through high school, popular music was largely geared toward their sensibilities, hitting a nerve, and these '60s hits still conjure emotion.
Read MoreAs boomers went through high school, popular music was largely geared toward their sensibilities, hitting a nerve, and these '60s hits still conjure emotion.
Read MoreThe record labels had no faith in these now-classic songs by Gloria Gaynor, the Doobie Brothers, Bill Withers and more. DJs and music fans proved them wrong.
Read MoreIf you look closely at events throughout rock history, you'll find that some key moments share an uncanny thread that leads to some pretty weird coincidences.
Read MoreCountless 1970s bands have reunited many years after their initial climb, but it's rare for an artist to hit a new echelon during their comeback.
Read MoreJimi Hendrix, Alice Cooper, and other artists on this list turned forgettable originals by the likes of Bob Dylan and Judy Collins into hard-rocking classics.
Read MoreFor anyone who was in high school in the '90s, certain songs stick in your memory, taking you back to a time before cell phones, social media, and skinny jeans.
Read MoreYou have to admire artists who take a song beloved by fans and remake it, and some covers of '70s songs ended up even better than the original tracks.
Read MoreThe world has much changed since 1985, but some rock songs from that year resonate with the current zeitgeist even more now, either reassuringly or not.
Read MoreSome high school hits that were considered totally groovy in the 1970s just don't hold up today, whether they're cheesy, embarrassing, or just plain offensive.
Read MoreWhat would rock 'n' roll be without those killer guitar solos? Skynrd, Zeppelin, and even Dire Straights have surely burned these epic solos into your brain.
Read MoreWhether caused by record label mismanagement, band tensions, or tragic deaths, these '70s bands fell apart before they could bask in future superstardom.
Read MoreSongs like "Sliver," "Drain You," and "You Know You're Right" are solid Nirvana songs that haven't been overplayed the same way "Smells Like Teen Spirit" has.
Read MoreWith driving guitars, powerful vocals, and lyrics that nod to rebellion and discontent, these '60s songs are what we mean when we talk about classic rock.
Read MoreRock music in the '90s put its best foot forward with these timeless songs, inspired by events and challenges that anyone can identify with 30 years later.
Read MoreChart success isn't always enough for rock bands. These hits were turned into ads for cars, stores, beer, and whatever else bags of advertising money bought.
Read MoreLed Zeppelin rarely wrote love songs, but the ones they did write were unforgettable. These tracks reveal the band’s softer side without losing the bite.
Read MoreWhen a reunion tour goes right, it's a once-in-a-lifetime moment, and there are some '70s classic rock groups that many fans are hoping get back together.
Read MoreThe golden age of classic rock might have ended in the '80s, but the year 1984, specifically, produced some rock songs that have aged very well.
Read MoreAn ever-changing and experimental Radiohead distanced itself from its breakout pop hit, "Creep," but that hasn't stopped other musicians from covering it.
Read MoreTom Petty's hit songs are like the soundtrack to the later decades of the 20th century, and we wish we'd had the chance to ask him about his music.
Read MoreFrom songs evoking the call of the open road to anthemic ballads, these rock songs from the '60s and '70s earned a permanent place in boomer dads' hearts.
Read MoreIn the 1970s, music critics didn't hold back, but they sometimes misjudged rock fans, who adored critically panned songs by legends such as Queen and Bob Dylan.
Read MoreJust because a song makes you famous and rich, it doesn't ensure that you actually want to sing it. These five singers hated their most popular songs.
Read MoreIn 1975, Loretta Lynn, Alice Cooper, and Donna Summer released women-focused songs, and Bob Dylan sang of racial injustice. Each caused controversy. Here's why.
Read MoreEven the biggest heavy metal bands, like Metallica and Black Sabbath, have gone through bland periods, yet we think these duds are actually gems in the rough.
Read MoreMany rock songs can capture our feelings about love in a more powerful way. Take a look at five of our favorite love anthems from iconic rock bands.
Read MoreWhile many classic rock bands continue to enjoy legendary status, even the biggest artists have great tracks that are unfairly overlooked by casual listeners.
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