Musicians Who Self-Produced Their Own Albums Only To Crash And Burn
From punk pioneers to rock 'n' roll legends, these musicians found out that producing an album is much harder than it looks, especially if you want success.
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The Wild History Of The 1970s Club Scene
Celebs mingled with the non-famous, and people of all genders, persuasions, and ethnicities danced the night away, usually under the influence of substances.
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These Music Legends Had Surprising Military Careers
Whether they were compelled to join up or did so by choice, a surprising number of iconic musicians served in the military. Some even saw battle.
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Barry Manilow Passed On Writing A Jingle For This Product — And We Don't Blame Him
Barry Manilow became the king of jingles in the '70s, and even penned one for toilet cleaner, but there was one specific hygiene product he wouldn't sing about.
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'80s Breakup Songs That Will Never Leave Our Playlist Because They Hurt So Good
A good break-up song is hard to beat, and these '80s tracks from George Michael, Joy Division, and others will always have a place on our playlist.
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Classic Singers Whose Songs Hit No. 1 Shortly After They Died
Despite tragically dying in accidents, through misadventure, or at the hands of a murderer, these musicians had a post-mortem No. 1 hit just around the corner.
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Musicians Who Switched Genres And Betrayed Their Most Loyal Fans
Some of these artists had built fanbases over not just years, but decades, only to suddenly switch to seemingly incompatible genres later on.
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Musicians Severely Mistreated By Their Record Labels
Music industry contracts can be some of the worst deals ever for musicians, and losing hard-earned money isn't the worst that labels have done to artists.
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5 High School Hits From The '90s That Will Stir Up Emotions In Generation X
When many Gen Xers were in their formative years, from gangsta rap to almighty grunge, these '90s hits left an indelible mark on that generation's psyche.
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No. 1 Love Songs That Are Total Flops In Our Book
Nearly all artists put out at least one love song with gooey lyrics, and these entries reached No. 1, but did they deserve it? Not as far as we're concerned.
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This Infectious Love Song Held The No. 1 Spot The Longest In 1961
Weaving insomnia into a heartwarming love story, with powerful vocals and a toe-tapping beat, this 1961 classic topped the charts for a rarely beaten stretch.
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Car Commercials That Drove These Catchy Songs Up The Charts
Every good car ad needs a catchy tune, but what if the song becomes the star? From new acts to a superstar, these artists found out how selling out can cash in.
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5 Flop Songs From The '70s That Sound Even Cringier Today
Cringeworthy flops songs from artists like John Lennon and Jackson Browne show how much times have changed since the '70s. These songs are even worse today.
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5 Songs From 1979 That Define Rock History
With disco and classic rock's golden era almost tapped out and the '80s knocking, these 1979 rock hits straddled the transition and kept rock music alive.
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These Band Members Saw Their Careers Go Downhill After Their Lead Singer Abandoned Them To Go Solo
Black Sabbath, The Clash, Van Halen, The Police, and Wham! band members saw their careers go downhill after their lead singers abandoned them to go solo.
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These 5 Songs Defined '70s Disco
Songs like "I Will Survive" and "Stayin' Alive" are disco classics. Here's a look at why disco had its moment in the '70s and why these five songs defined it.
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5 Classic Rock Stars Who Won Oscars For Best Original Song
Some classic rock artists segued from making epic songs you can still hear on the radio today to creating movie tunes that won them the Oscar.
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Barry Manilow Once Joked That This Peculiar '70s Jingle Was A 'Low Point' In His Career
Barry Manilow is called the king of jingles, and for good reason, since he was both prolific and successful with them. However, there is one he's not a fan of.
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12 Wild Things About Barry Manilow You May Not Know
From what almost happened to his flamboyant "Copacabana" shirt to a surprising first choice of instrument, Barry Manilow is more fascinating than you may think.
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'70s Singers Whose Careers Ended Too Soon
Some '70s singers left the spotlight too soon, whether from death or exiting the industry, leaving questions about how much more they could have achieved.
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Music Icons Who Were Arrested While On Tour
Sometimes brilliant musical artists enjoy such a freewheeling lifestyle afforded by fame, money, and adulation that they forget they aren't above the law.
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1974 Flopped Harder Than Any Other Year In Classic Rock History
A brief lull that was sandwiched between two defining periods and swamped with schmaltz, 1974 was just about the most mediocre year in classic rock's history.
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These 5 Rock Songs Might Be Flops, But We Love Them For Making Us Feel Young Again
These rock songs burrowed deep into our souls and became friends for life, even if they flopped elsewhere, and playing them now transports us to our past.
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Strange Things About The Monkees You Don't Know
The Monkees may be one of the '60s best-known acts, but from "The Three Stooges" influences to having a hand in creating MTV, there's plenty more to learn.
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The Full Version Of The Family Ties Theme Song Is An Underrated Must-Listen For '80s Kids
There is a lot more to the theme song to "Family Ties" than the one minute version of "Without Us" that kicked off the show. It's a must-listen for '80s kids.
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5 Rock Songs From 1989 That Sound Even Cooler Today
These five 1989 songs from Nirvana, the Pixies, and more closed out the decade with style, and they've only gotten cooler as the years have passed.
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'80s B-Side Songs That Outshined Their Lead Singles
Sometimes a single's lead track is merely a vector for the real showstopper, and these '80s B-sides, from proto-grunge to ska and alt-rock, are ideal examples.
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