5 Songs From The '80s That Define Rock History
The 1980s saw a wide range of new styles of rock building on the established sound. Bands like AC/DC had hits along side The Cure, U2, and Nine Inch Nails.
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The Meaning Behind Paul McCartney's Darkest Songs
Paul McCartney's compositions are generally optimistic, but sometimes he likes to dive into more moody, negative, reflective, and ominous sounds.
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This '90s Band Defined Grunge, But Not With The Album Everyone Says
Several bands encapsulated the '90s grunge sound, but this groundbreaking group's third album helped define the sound even more than their most popular one.
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This Classic Love Song Held The No. 1 Spot The Longest In 1973
Plenty of love songs topped the charts in 1973, but it was a music legend's heartstring-tugging ode that claimed the top spot for the longest that year.
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The 5 Most Popular Covers Of '70s Songs
The 1970s saw a lot of great music, but some songs from that decade were covered by artists who took them to new heights. You'll recognize these recycled hits.
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AC/DC's Tragic Real-Life Story
AC/DC are the kings of party songs, but their real-life stories haven't always been fun. The hard-rocking band has weathered their fair share of tragedies.
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This Iconic Love Song Held The No. 1 Spot The Longest In 1969
You may be surprised to know that the love song that stayed at No. 1 the longest in 1969 during the culmination of the counterculture was a bubblegum pop song.
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5 Songs From 1975 That Define Rock History
Hindsight tells us what defined rock history. Looking back at 1975, it's clear that Patti Smith, Queen, Fleetwood Mac, War, and Bob Dylan made a big impact.
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This Iconic Love Song Held The No. 1 Spot The Longest In 1977
Few songs have topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 10 weeks or longer, and in 1977, this heart-lifting and Grammy-winning solo debut joined this elite club.
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5 Rock Songs From The '80s We'll Be Blasting On Repeat 'Til The End Of Time
The '80s left us with a vast catalog of outstanding rock music, but from Motörhead to Prince, these are the tunes that will always remain on our playlist.
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'80s Rock Icons That Tarnished Their Own Legacy
The rock stars of the 1980s enjoyed lifestyles that you don't see much anymore, but after the glitz and glam subsided, some ended up ruining their reputations.
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The 5 Best Rock Songs From Female Musicians
These five songs, including a '70s punk rock cornerstone and a blistering 1990s alt-rock breakup anthem, broke new ground for women in rock 'n' roll.
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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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Why This Forgotten '90s Band Deserves A Comeback Over All The Others
The '90s produced a lot of bands that became iconic, but we think that one of the more forgotten bands of that era is due for a comeback. Here's why.
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5 Songs From The '70s That Nail The Meaning Of Life
From a tender lullaby to a melancholy take on the fleeting nature of human existence, here are five songs from the 1970s that speak to the human experience.
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Here's Why 1971 Was The Best Year For Music Ever
By 1971, many acts that would go on to be legends were already on the scene, but that specific year saw the release of a staggering number of great albums.
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5 Rock Songs From 1976 That Sound Even Cooler Today
Fans of rock music were spoilt for choice in 1976, but from the Sex Pistols to Boston, these once-groundbreaking and iconic tunes have aged like fine wine.
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The Real Reason These Bands Broke Up
Being in a band looks like fun, but behind the scenes, there are evolving dynamics and personalities. Here's a look at what caused these bands to break up.
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5 Rock Songs From 1969 That Sound Even Cooler Today
The end of the 1960s was marked by rock music inspired by war, division, and inequality, and these iconic songs hit just as hard now as they did then.
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9 Banger Rock Songs Made Famous By TV Series
It's hard to imagine certain iconic shows or scenes from them without hearing a specific tune. Some rock songs were made famous for this reason.
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5 Banger Rock Songs Made Famous By Movies
Some movies, such as "Top Gun" and "The Breakfast Club," have achieved iconic status, and their associated rock songs also rode their plot to eternal fame.
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5 Rock Songs From 1982 That Sound Even Cooler Today
A great song stands the test of time, and these jams by bands including Asia, Eddie Money, and the Psychedelic Furs sound cooler now than they did in 1982.
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This Iconic Love Song Was A Smash Hit In 1971
Some say they don't make love songs like they used to, but this iconic smash hit from 1971 reminds us of why amorous songs have been a staple of popular music.
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5 Songs From 1976 That Define Rock History
By 1976, rock 'n' roll had been evolving for two decades, and these five songs from bands ranging from the Sex Pistols to Boston help define rock history.
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5 Timeless Rock Songs About Love
Rock music is more often associated with loud guitars and a pounding beat than heartfelt emotion, but sometimes, love sneaks its way into the genre.
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5 Songs From The '60s That Have Aged Terribly
1960s weren’t all love and peace. These five songs glamorize domestic abuse, misogyny, and grown men longing for young girls. What a drag.
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5 Love Songs That Will Have Every Boomer Crying Into Their Coffee
Everyone has a soft spot for a certain love song, but these five selections from past decades are so overtly emotional, boomers are sure to cry in their coffee.
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