These 5 Songs Define '70s Yacht Rock
Yacht rock is hard to define, and it certainly wasn't called that when it emerged in the '70s, but we think these smooth, mellow tunes are its finest examples.
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Flop Songs That Derailed Rock Bands' Entire Careers
Even rock juggernauts like Duran Duran and the Beach Boys are capable of releasing a song so bad that their careers hit a wall, and sometimes permanently so.
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5 Classic Rock Hits That Snagged The No. 1 Spot For Just One Week
Both legendary classic rock acts and more forgotten bands managed to snag the No. 1 spot on Billboard for a week with songs that rock fans will remember.
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These 5 Songs Defined '80s Southern Rock
Southern Rock emerged in the 1970s, and the '80s put their own stamp on it with bands like ZZ Top and 38 Special. These songs helped define 80s Southern rock.
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Popular '80s Songs About Work Every Boomer Can Relate To
From Bon Jovi's "Livin' on a Prayer" to Dolly Parton's "9 to 5," these tracks capture the frustrations and pressures of working life in the 1980s.
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5 Songs From 1974 That Made Rock History
Each year has produced songs that have charted the course of rock history, and this is especially true of 1974, thanks to artists from David Bowie to Kiss.
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The 5 Most Timeless Southern Rock Songs About Love
Practically every music genre has its fair share of love songs, but how does Southern rock stack up? Here are five love songs in this style that still resonate.
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80s Hits With The Worst Vocals
Hit songs aren't made by vocals alone, in fact, '80s songs by Gary Numan, Bananarama, the Human League, Biz Markie, and GN'R did well despite subpar singing.
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Rebellious High School Hits From The '70s That Will Have Boomers Mad At Their Parents All Over Again
Teenaged rebellion is something all generations have in common, and these hits from the '70s will take boomers back to their door-slamming high school days.
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Real Classic Rock Fans Have These Power Ballads Tattooed On Their Hearts
Rock's power ballads aren't wallflowers and never belong in the shadows — they're bombastic declarations of our most primal emotions, good or bad.
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'70s Rock Icons That Tarnished Their Own Legacy
From hateful words to a few stolen chords and even crashing a car with drugs and a gun, these '70s rock stars found that their reputation wasn't invulnerable.
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5 Love Songs From The '80s That Sound Even More Emotional Today
There is no shortage of love songs from the '80s, but these selections from The Smiths and Sade (and others) are sure to create the perfect mood.
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5 David Bowie Songs That Sound Even Cooler Today
We've selected 5 David Bowie tunes that will be sure to show up on your playlists from here on out — because they just grow cooler with time.
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High School Hits From The '50s Millennials Should Check Out ASAP
The '50s was the decade teens became important as a cohort, and early rock catered to them. For a fun history lesson, Millennials should check out these hits.
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5 Classic Rock Songs From The '70s That Are Worth A Head-Turning Amount Of Money
While the '70s may be long gone, the music lives on, and is still making money for artists today. Can you name these five popular all-time money-making hits?
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Under-The-Radar Eagles Tracks We Wish Were Bigger Hits
You might not be familiar with "Outlaw" and these other Eagles tunes that slipped through the cracks, but they're among the group's best songs.
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5 Flop Songs From The '90s We Can't Help But Love
Even though these songs weren't at the top of the charts during their heyday, we think they made their mark on the '90s music scene regardless.
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If You Know These 5 Under-The-Radar But Essential Love Songs, You're A True Romantic
From Hozier's "Like Real People Do" to Maria McKee's "Breathe," these five underrated gems capture love in all its messy, magical, weird glory.
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'80s Rock Songs So Corny Our Ears Are Still Burning From Embarrassment
The '80s had no shortage of songs that now make many of us cringe. There are a few rock songs, though, that are so corny they give us secondhand embarrassment.
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12 Hit Songs Allegedly Stolen By Other Artists
It's a natural thing for artists to be influenced by other artists, but in the cases of these hit songs, accusations of theft led to lawsuits or settlements.
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Songs From The Last 100 Years That Sound Even Cooler Today
From haunting orchestral pieces to Lovecraftian metal, we think these iconic songs from each decade over the last 100 years slap even more to modern ears.
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5 Rock Songs From 1986 That Sound Even Cooler Today
In 1986 songs from bands like Fishbone, R.E.M, and Siouxsie and the Banshees brought fresh, creative sounds to audiences. Today the songs are even cooler.
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'70s Singers That Hurled Barbs At Other Classic Musicians
These singers, including David Bowie, Lou Reed, and Frank Zappa, had some pretty unflattering opinions about Elton John, the Beatles, and other iconic acts.
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5 Flop Songs From 1975 We Can't Help But Love
Sometimes, great songs don't chart well. In fact, there are plenty that sank without a trace when released as a single in 1975, but we still love them.
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High School Hits From The '90s That Prove Gen X Is The Coolest By Far
"Cool" was a big middle finger wrapped in flannel that sneered in the face of dull establishment goons, judgmental peers, and petty powers that be.
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5 Rock Songs From 1980 That Sound Even Cooler Today
These five tracks from 1980—by artists including Talking Heads, the Clash, and Bob Seger—have only grown cooler, sharper, and more relevant with time.
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Underrated Barry Manilow Tracks That Never Went No. 1, But Should've
Barry Manilow only took three songs to No. 1 in the 1970s. Here's why "It's a Miracle," "Can't Smile Without You," and other Manilow classics deserved better.
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