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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This '90s Anthem By Pearl Jam Was Born From Eddie Vedder's Stunning Family Secret
Pearl Jam's lyrics are often understated, which makes it hard to connect this song to Vedder's troubled family history.
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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 Albums That Defined The '90s
There were countless '90s rock releases, but some inevitably rose to the top, be it from critical acclaim, their enduring popularity, or sheer nostalgia.
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The Eeriest Coincidences That Haunt Rock 'N' Roll History
If 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.
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High School Hits Every Teen Of The '90s Will Remember Forever
For 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.
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Guns N' Roses' Hit Sweet Child O' Mine Has This '70s Rock Band In Its DNA
In effort to create make "Sweet Child o' Mine" a heartfelt love song, hard-rockers Guns N' Roses took inspiration from an iconic '70s Southern rock band.
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5 Rock Songs From 1984 That Sound Even Cooler Today
The 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.
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Covers Of Radiohead's 1992 Megahit Creep That Rival The Original
An ever-changing and experimental Radiohead distanced itself from its breakout pop hit, "Creep," but that hasn't stopped other musicians from covering it.
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Heavy Metal Flop Songs That We Can't Help But Love
Even 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.
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'90s Rock Songs That Are Painfully Overrated
There are so many songs that are hugely overrated — Lenny Kravitz and Green Day are just two artists we highlight here for too-catchy tunes and awful lyrics.
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5 Rock Songs About Love That Aged Terribly
Not every rock song about love has aged well. In fact, given how society has changed, some tracks are pretty creepy and unsettling in retrospect.
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Crossover Rock Songs That Define Music History
Crossover songs introduce music fans to new approaches to familiar genres. These era-defining jams merged rock with folk, hip-hop, country, and symphonic music.
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5 '80s Rock Songs We'll Be Blasting On Repeat 'Til The Day We Die
No matter the time and place, nor how old anyone is, there are some '80s rock songs that seem to do something supernatural to us, and they never get old.
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Why 1994 Was Alternative Rock's Best Year Ever
In 1994, alternative rock had its moment, and the year turned out to be one of the most artistically inventive the genre has seen to this day.
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5 '70s Rock Songs We'll Be Blasting On Repeat 'Til The End Of Time
It's hard to distill the greatest 1970s rock songs, but from Led Zeppelin to Heart, here are the tunes to smash that repeat button and belt out the lyrics to.
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Rock Stars From 1970 Who Should Still Be Famous Today
There were so many preening, magnetic, and immensely talented rock stars from 1970. Many faded from view, and some stand out as more deserving of modern fame.
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The World Reacts To The Death Of Ozzy Osbourne
On July 22, 2025, legendary frontman Ozzy Osbourne died at the age of 76, and the world reacted soon after, with many celebrities and musicians paying respects.
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Why Jane's Addiction Is A Total Nightmare On Tour
Touring is a stressful lifestyle — many musicians can't handle it and end up leaving the life behind. And Jane's Addiction is a total nightmare on tour.
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Here's Who Inherited Gregg Allman's Money After He Died
Gregg Allman, the legendary co-founder of the Allman Brothers Band, spent his final days visiting with his children, close friends, and wife.
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How The Who Ended Up With The Record For The Shortest Concert Ever
The Who was known for their wild and violent live shows, and they once ended a performance after 13 seconds — but probably not for the reason you think.
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The Origin Of Evanescence's Band Name Explained
In 2003, Evanescence burst onto the scene with their debut album "Fallen," which was a smash hit. And their name dates back to when they were just a two-piece.
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Why Pearl Jam Once Refused To Make Music Videos
You might not know it from their MTV hits like "Even Flow" and "Jeremy," but Pearl Jam once refused to make music videos. And they had a pretty good reason.
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How Many Awards Has Linkin Park Won?
The release of 2000's "Hybrid Theory" put Linkin Park at the top of the scene, and they didn't stop there. Over the years, the rockers have won lots of awards.
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How Deep Purple Earned The Record For The Loudest Band In The World
Legendary rock group Deep Purple once really liked to play loud — so loud that they actually earned the record for the loudest band in the world.
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The Tragedy Of Steven Tyler Explained
Despite his status as a rock legend -- and sometimes because of it -- Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler has experienced decades of tragedies and setbacks.
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