Brave Belt: The Short-Lived Band That Would Become Bachman-Turner Overdrive
The successful musical collaboration between the two Bachman brothers began before Bachman-Turner Overdrive ever took the stage. Here's the story.
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The Lasting Effect That Jeff Beck And Jimi Hendrix's Music Had On Each Other
The experience of interacting with Hendrix and his awe-inspiring levels of skill on the guitar is something Beck would carry with him for the rest of his life.
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TLC: The Tragic Real-Life Story
TLC is the best selling American girl group in music history. For the three women, while their success marked them as music legends, they have faced trials.
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Muhammad Ali's Grammy-Nominated Album About Fighting Tooth Decay
Muhammad Ali, in addition to being a legendary boxer, also made a Grammy-nominated album about teaching kids how to fight tooth decay.
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Here's Who Inherited Phil Spector's Money After He Died
Music producer Phil Spector helped shape the sound of the '60s, but he ultimately died in prison, convicted of murder. Here's who inherited money after he died.
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Nile Rodgers' Award-Winning Music Career And Life Of Political Activism
Nile Rodgers' stellar career as a musician and sought-after producer came after a career of political activism, which continues to this day.
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Commonly Misunderstood Classic Rock Lyrics You May Be Singing Wrong
We've all gotten song lyrics wrong from time to time, but these classic rock songs are the most commonly misheard.
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The Most Important Rock Bands Of The 2000s
By the aughts, rap and pop were taking over the mainstream charts, but rock was still very much alive. Here are the most important rock bands of the 2000s.
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The Reason Eminem Sued Universal Music
Eminem, actual name Marshall Mathers, is no stranger to controversy — or the courtroom, for that matter. Here's the reason he sued Universal Music.
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The Sacred Band Of Thebes: The Elite Unit Of Soldiers That Took Down Sparta
The Sacred Band was an elite fighting force that changed the course of the ancient world. They were the most imposing army of the age — at just 300 men.
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The Untold Truth Of Tanya Tucker
Tanya Tucker was one of the most vocal female stars of the outlaw country movement. It wasn't all smooth sailing, though.
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Earth, Wind & Fire Members You May Not Know Have Died
Earth, Wind & Fire made their musical reputation as a blend of several musical genres -- jazz, rock, soul, and more -- with a career from the 1970s to today.
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The Death Of Jimi Hendrix's Mother Inspired One Of His Most Emotional Songs
Jimi Hendrix turned to his dreams for inspiration when he wrote songs.
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Jo Mersa Marley Followed In His Music Legend Grandfather's Footsteps
Jo Mersa's last name is recognizable for its connection to that of another big name (possibly the biggest name) in reggae music: Bob Marley.
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How A Colorado Cannibal Inspired South Park Creators To Write And Produce A Musical
A Colorado cannibal inspired South Park creators to write and produce "Cannibal! The Musical" when they were still in college. Here's how.
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Tupac Shakur Had A Place In His Heart For An Unlikely Style Of Music
Tupac Shakur was a fan of a style of music you might not expect during his formative years in the 1980s. This is the music Shakur was listening to.
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What All Of Mick Jagger's Former Bandmates Have Said About Him
Mick Jagger has been a rock legend since the 1960s, and his legacy grows on. His collaborations are also the stuff of legend, as many artists attest.
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Whitney Houston's Relationship With Her Father Explained
John Houston had a hand in Whitney Houston's career early on. After his daughter hit the big time, though, that success drove a wedge in the Houston family.
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The Best Rock Albums Of 2022
The last few years have been tough for rock music, but it's still a formidable creative force. These are the best rock albums of 2022.
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Who Was Whitney Houston's Mother?
Whitney Houston's tragic death in 2012 hasn't stopped the public's respect for her wide-ranging talent, which stemmed in part from her accomplished mother.
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Music That Triggered FBI Investigations
When jazz, folk, rock, and hip-hop were quenching the public's thirst for disruption, lots of feathers were being ruffled in Washington..
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Before David Gilmour, Pink Floyd Tried To Recruit Another Guitar Legend To Join The Band
Pink Floyd has undergone a few lineup changes over the decades. But did you know the iconic band once considered another legend to replace Syd Barrett?
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Nirvana's Debut Album Cost Less Than $700 To Produce
Nirvana's debut album, the predecessor to "Bleach," cost less than $700 to produce
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The Science Of Why Loud Music Is Linked To Increased Alcohol Consumption
People tend to drink more alcohol when there's loud music, according to science, but why? Here's why loud music is linked to alcochol consumption.
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These Three Early Rock Pioneers Made Up The Majority Of The Beatles' Cover Songs
Here are the three 1950s rock icons who rank among the acts most frequently covered by The Beatles.
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Musicians Who Were Charged With Tax Evasion
Many artists have had run ins with the law for a number of reasons, one of which is money. These are some musicians who were charged with tax evasion.
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Why Do Songs In Minor Keys Sound Sad To Us?
Music is powerful stuff, whether it originates with a bird call or something created by human action, but regardless of the source, it can evoke emotion.
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