5 Concert Venues Immortalized By Classic Live Albums
Some albums were so unforgettable and iconic that they turned the venues where they were recorded into landmarks of music history. Here are five worth knowing.
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The 5 Best Bass Soloists Funk Music Ever Had
From a pioneer of slap style to an industry heavyweight who backed James Brown, we've chosen those master bassists whose solos lifted funk music the highest.
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Best Live Albums Unearthed Years After The Concerts
Unearthed concert recordings are a fun surprise, and these live concerts from the Rolling Stones, Linda Ronstadt, Prince and these others are some of the best.
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The Greatest Self-Taught Pianists In Rock History
Some of rock's most iconic pianists were largely self taught. Here are the artists that helped shape history with their distinctive instrumental styles.
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The 5 Best Duets In Country Rock History
Country and rock have crossed paths in several unforgettable duets. Here are our favorite five songs with two powerful artists sharing the mic.
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The Greatest Self-Taught Sax Players In Rock History
The saxophone definitely isn't an easy instrument to master without formal training. These musicians found their own way around the horn and into rock history.
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The 5 Most Romantic Duets Of The '70s
Love was definitely in the air in the '70s. These five romantic duets capture the magic of love through vocal chemistry that tugs at the heart strings.
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The Best Amp And Pedal Setups For Electric Guitar Beginners
Even a beginner electric guitar player has an idea of their preferred sound, so we've gathered an affordable list of pedal and amp combos to get you there.
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The Best Soft Rock Hits That Still Get Boomers In Their Dancing Shoes
Some soft rock hits call boomers to the dancefloor like a siren's song. Let's look back at fond memories of youthful nights getting your groove on.
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Album Cover Details That Could Make Your Records Worth More Than You Think
Album covers with errors or that were recalled for certain details, like "Diamond Dogs" and "Some Girls," are worth more than you may realize.
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5 Classic Albums That Define The Kinks' Rock Legacy
Riding the wave of the British Invasion, the Kinks were trailblazers for multiple genres and artists, and these acclaimed albums encapsulate their iconic sound.
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The 5 Most Beloved Covers Of '60s Hits
From songs you didn't know were covers to a cover that outdid a Beatles original, here are five much-loved reinterpretations of hits from the 1960s.
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The 5 Best Smartphones For Listening To Music
When it comes to a great music experience, not all smartphones are created equal. Here are a few that will make your digital music library sound great.
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The 4 Best '70s Duets With Big Age Gaps
We've rounded up four ’70s duets that paired singers who were decades apart in age. Still, they show how powerful an unexpected pairing can be.
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The 5 Longest Bass Solos In Rock History
Some of the longest bass solos in rock history were played live by bassists from Metallica, Yes, Van Halen, and Mr. Big. Here's a look at who shredded best.
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5 Songs That Prove 1982 Was The Best Year For Funk
In 1982, artists were really bringing the funk. Here are our favorite five funk hits from a landmark year full of inventive sounds and irresistible grooves.
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Unbeatable Advice From The Greatest Self-Taught Musicians In Rock History
From obvious advice that most people ignore to more unconventional suggestions, these pearls of wisdom come from rock history's self-taught guitar heroes.
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Classic Rock Artists Whose One Big Hit Was Actually A Cover
From Jimi Hendrix to Janis Joplin, these classic rock legends only scored one major hit, and they were covering another artist's song.
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The 5 Best Funk Supergroups Of All Time
From rock and metal crossovers to jazz-funk virtuosos, the best funk supergroups brought serious musical talent and propulsive grooves.
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The 3 Best Folk Rock-Influenced Supergroups Of The '80s
In the '80s, folk rock took a backseat to a more modern sound, but these three folk-rock-influenced supergroups blended friendship and music to bring it back.
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5 Of The Most Beautiful Voices In Yacht Rock History
Michael McDonald's smooth, soulful, baritone is one of the most beautiful voices in yacht rock history, among a few tender tenors and even one female singer.
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5 Disco Hits That Were Way Bigger Outside The US
For the latter half of the '70s, disco reigned supreme. Then the genre disappeared. Here are artists who got people on the dance floor in other countries.
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5 Debut Singles That Changed Rock History, Ranked
Sometimes a song comes along and changes everything, and these debut singles by Led Zeppelin, the Doors, Jimi Hendrix, the Sex Pistols, and Elvis did just that.
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4 Famous Songs That Started As Simple Warm-Up Exercises
The Eagles' "Life in the Fast Lane" and Van Halen's "Eruption" are just a couple of rock classics that started as instrumental warm-up exercises.
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5 R&B Songs That Became Iconic Classic Rock Hits
Some of classic rock's biggest names found inspiration in the R&B records that came before them. These songs sounded very different the first time around.
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These Songs Ended The Longest No. 1 Streaks In Classic Rock History
All good things must come to an end, and that includes the songs that boasted the longest No. 1 streaks on the Billboard Hot 100 in classic rock history.
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5 Folk Rock Songs That Capture The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of Grief
Grief is a complex emotion. These five folk rock songs explore all of the beautiful, gritty nuance of what it means to remember and honor a life.
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