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The 5 Best Rock Albums Of 1976

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:38:44 +0000

In 1976, plenty of great rock albums came out, but we think these five by Aerosmith, Boston, the Ramones, David Bowie, and the Eagles were among the best.

5 Nearly Perfect John Denver Songs Time Shouldn't Forget

staff@grunge.com (Jordan Owen) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:07:00 +0000

John Denver immortalized himself with a rich tapestry of songs, and we've picked those that celebrate his talents to near-perfection, both hits and deep cuts.

4 Songs You Didn't Know Sheryl Crow Wrote For Other Famous Musicians

staff@grunge.com (Sergio Pereira) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:37:00 +0000

In the '90s and early oughts, Sheryl Crow wrote songs that were recorded by Stevie Nicks, Celine Dion, Tina Turner, and Wynonna Judd. You may recognize them.

The 5 Most-Covered Songs Kenny Rogers Ever Recorded

staff@grunge.com (Mark Gurarie) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:07:00 +0000

Kenny Rogers rose from the '60s and '70s as a defining voice of the era, and judging by how often these songs were covered, was suited for almost any genre.

Can Sudden Temperature Changes Damage Your Guitar — Even If It's In A Case?

staff@grunge.com (Mikael Angelo Francisco) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:07:00 +0000

The temperature and humidity levels of the space where your guitar is kept affect its longevity. A case can help protect it during sudden temperature changes.

Classic Rock Songs You Probably Didn't Know Were Inspired By Real Events

staff@grunge.com (Sarah Crocker) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:37:00 +0000

From historic floods to devastating fires and even a circus poster, these classic rock songs were surprisingly not just figments of the artists' imagination.

In 1977 Bruce Springsteen Gave This Unfinished Song To Patti Smith — And It Became Her Signature Hit

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:07:00 +0000

Patti Smith is a member of the Rock Hall of Fame, yet she only had one hit. It was an unfinished song by Bruce Springsteen that Smith finished and recorded.

The No. 1 Song On July 8, 1965 Sounds So Much Cooler Today

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:07:00 +0000

Some songs not only stand the test of time, they manage to be even cooler decades after their release, like this 1965 No. 1 hit from the Rolling Stones.

What Is The Forbidden Chord On A Guitar?

staff@grunge.com (Kieran Fisher) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:37:00 +0000

The "forbidden chord," popular in heavy metal, is full of dissonance and creates a sense of doom or unease. Here's a look at the ominous chord.

5 Classic Albums That Define Soft Rock

staff@grunge.com (Jason Brow) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:07:00 +0000

Call it easy listening, yacht rock, or pop rock - soft rock has been the soundtrack to so many summers since first emerging in the mid-'60s.

10 Vinyl Records Every Folk Rock Fan Should Already Own

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:07:00 +0000

There are some folk rock records that represent some of the best, most agreed-upon, most landmark, and often-cited albums of the genre.

5 Beatles Hits Paul McCartney Has Never Played Since Going Solo

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:07:00 +0000

Paul McCartney often breaks out Beatles standards in his live shows, but so far he has avoided such obvious choices as "She Loves You" and "Ticket to Ride."

5 Songs You Didn't Know Jimmy Buffett Wrote For Other Famous Musicians

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:07:00 +0000

Jimmy Buffett created a niche style for himself, but he also wrote songs for other famous artists, including Blake Shelton, James Taylor, and Caroline Jones.

The Best-Charting Rock Single Of 1980 Sounds Even Cooler Today

staff@grunge.com (Sergio Pereira) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:07:00 +0000

In 1980, a Blondie song stayed at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 for longer than any other rock song, and today, the synth-laden song sounds even cooler.

Sheryl Crow's Best-Charting Single Was A Last-Minute Addition That Saved A Flopping Album

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:07:00 +0000

In 1994, after three lackluster singles, Sheryl Crow's first album release was in trouble. But along came this poem-inspired song, which became a smash hit.

The 5 Best Drum Solos In Rock History

staff@grunge.com (Richard Milner) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:07:00 +0000

The mighty drum solo is the stuff of legends, and iconic drummers like John Bonham, Neil Peart, and Keith Moon are behind some of the best in rock history.

In 1985, The Bee Gees Gave This Song To Diana Ross — And It Topped Charts Around The World

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:37:00 +0000

After disco waned, the Bee Gees turned to songwriting in the '80s, and one song they gave to Diana Ross may have bombed in the U.S., but was a global smash hit.

10 Deep Cuts Every Classic Rock Fan Should Already Know

staff@grunge.com (S. Flannagan) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 22:07:00 +0000

From harmonized musings of a Beach Boy's home life to Jimi Hendrix's message to ET, these are the deep cuts that separate true classic rock fans from the herd.

Bands Who Lost Their Magic After A Member Went Solo

staff@grunge.com (Brian Boone) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:07:00 +0000

Many groups lose their magic because they're unable to withstand the loss of a vital part of their sound, often contributed by their most famous member.

5 Songs That Take Generation X Back To Their First High School Party

staff@grunge.com (Andrew Dirst) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:07:00 +0000

Songs by the Cure, Beck, Rob Base, Bruce Springsteen, and the Psychedelic Furs are likely to remind Gen Xers of their first parties in high school.