The No. 1 Song On July 24, 1969 Sounds Even More Prophetic Today
A song about the trajectory of humankind from one-hit-wonders Zager and Evans hit No. 1 on July 24, 1969, and today, it seems even more prophetic.
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The No. 1 Song On July 23, 1968 Sounds Even More Free-Spirited Today
Just short of his 30th birthday, a kid who grew up under the racist apartheid regime had reached the top of the charts in America.
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The No. 1 Song On July 22, 1967 Sounds Even Groovier Today
This song by the Association hit No. 1 on July 22,1 967. Written in about 20 minutes by Ruthannn Friedman, today it's sounds even groovier.
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5 Forgotten British Invasion Bands That Once Rivaled The Beatles In Popularity
The British Invasion was more than just the Fab Four. Several other bands from across the pond once rivaled the popularity of the Beatles in the U.S.
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The No. 1 Song On July 21, 1966 Is Even More Danceable Today
An early smash hit for a young Midwestern garage rock band, this bawdy July 1966 No. 1 marked the start of an initial chart run in the '60s for the group.
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5 Songs That Prove 1969 Was The Decade's Best Year For High School Hits
The year 1969 was one of wild mood swings, so it shouldn't be surprising that 1969 provided the best high school hits of the tumultuous '60s, if not all times.
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The No. 1 Song On July 19, 1964 Hits Closer To Home Today
This poignant ballad, inspired by a real-life encounter, was a departure for the group that recorded it, who were known for bright, cheery hits.
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The No. 1 Song On July 18, 1963 Sounds Even Better On A Beach Vacation Today
The 1960s gave us surf rock, and this optimistic song of fun in the sun from the summer of 1963 was that genre's first U.S. No. 1, and with a Beach Boy assist.
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The No. 1 Song On July 17, 1962 Is Even More Swoon-Worthy Today
A chance find by a young artist, who was about to be fired by his label, led to this unexpected No. 1 hit in the summer of 1962, and made a star of its singer.
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The No. 1 Song On July 16, 1961 Sounds Even Sweeter Today
There are not many songs that capture those summertime nights quite like the song that hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 on July 16, 1961.
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The No. 1 Song On July 15, 1960 Hits Harder Today
Singing of unrequited love will never age, and this classic song by a young musical prodigy has inspired many artists over the decades since its release.
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The Beatles Wrote This Song In 1967 — One Year Later, Joe Cocker's Cover Skyrocketed To A Hit
In 1967, the Beatles included this song on their album "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band," but Joe Cocker's version became the definitive version.
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One Of The Beach Boys' Best-Charting Singles Was Snubbed In 1965 — Vindication Came Decades Later
The Beach Boys' first No. 1 hit single was completely overlooked the following year at the Grammy Awards. It was an error that took decades to correct.
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The No. 1 Song On July 8, 1965 Sounds So Much Cooler Today
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.
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5 Classic Albums That Define Soft Rock
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.
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5 Jimi Hendrix Songs That Prove 1967 Was The Best Year Of His Career
Jimi Hendrix's 1967 chart success, coupled with his breakout performance at the Monterey Pop Festival, made it arguably the best year of his career.
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5 Defining Duets Of The '60s That Cast A Spell
The '60s were a watershed moment for passionate duets, with stars such as June Carter and Johnny Cash teaming up to produce these enchanting, timeless songs.
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Riffs That Still Rip: Lovin' Spoonful's Summer In The City & Other Classics Released 60 Years Ago This Week
60 years ago this week, the Lovin' Spoonful stormed the airwaves with their summertime classic while underground art-rock was finding its legs.
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The No. 1 Song On July 31, 1976 Sounds Even More Heartbreaking Today
After struggling for years to crack the Top 40, the Manhattans took this soulful tearjerker all the way to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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The No. 1 Song On July 30, 1975 Sounds Even More Eerie Today
Over 50 since its release, this dance-inspired deviation continues to be a beloved staple in the Eagles' catalogue, and it sounds even more eerie today.
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The Bee Gees No. 1 Song That Ruled The Charts In 1978 — Longer Than Anything Else That Year
In the spring of 1978, this Bee Gees track ruled the Billboard Hot 100 for two months and helped supercharge the disco phenomenon.
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Riffs That Still Rip: ZZ Top's La Grange And Other Classics Released 53 Years Ago This Week
In the last week of July 1973, songs like ZZ Top's "La Grange," New York Dolls' "Personality Crisis," and Joe Walsh's "Rocky Mountain Way" were released.
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The 5 Best Rock Drum Solos Of The '70s
While drum solos were usually displays of technical mastery, the '70s were the time to get loud, which led to some of the best rock drum solos of the decade.
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The No. 1 Song On July 27, 1972 Sounds Even More Tear-Jerking Today
Riding high at No. 1 from the end of July 1972 and through most of August was this maudlin tune, which, despite its emotional lyrics, was entirely fictional.
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The No. 1 Song On July 26, 1971 Sounds Even More Comforting Today
On July 26, 1971, the No. 1 song was performed by James Taylor, but written by Carole King. A song for the ages, it still has a comforting effect today.
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Blue Öyster Cult Released This Hit In 1975 — 25 Years Later, One TV Moment Brought It Back To Life
Some "SNL" skits become cultural touchstones, including the one that brought Blue Öyster Cult's 1975 hit back to life with its emphasis on "more cowbell."
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The No. 1 Song On July 25, 1970 Sounds Even More Heartfelt Today
This classic '70s sibling act took a failed romantic Burt Bacharach song and turned it into their big breakout hit, hitting No. 1 in the summer of 1970.
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This Top 10 Hit From 1972 Fooled Listeners Into Thinking Neil Young Recorded It
It wasn't enough that Neil Young was toppled from the No. 1 spot by this 1972 Top 10 hit, his fans and even his own dad incorrectly thought it was his song.
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The No. 1 Song On July 20, 1973 Sounds Even More Rockin' Today
Telling the tale of a local tough who met his match, this punchy rock 'n' roll gem from 1973 topped the chart in mid-July, and was the artist's first No. 1 hit.
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This 1975 Queen Masterpiece Took Years To Make — And It Almost Didn't Get Released
You've almost certainly heard and loudly sung along to Queen's operatic epic, but after years in the making, record execs nearly put the kibosh on its release.
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10 Vinyls Every '70s Diehard Should Already Own
Just having one or two of these classic vinyls that include Pink Floyd and Fleetwood Mac isn't enough to call yourself a '70s diehard. You need all 10.
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The 5 Best Rock Albums Of 1976
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.
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In 1977 Bruce Springsteen Gave This Unfinished Song To Patti Smith — And It Became Her Signature Hit
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.
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'70s Artists You'd Actually Want To Meet In Real Life
Not all musicians are divas and hotel-room destroyers. These artists who were big in the '70s were kind and generous, and you'd probably want to meet them.
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Paul McCartney Co-Wrote This 1973 Theme Song —18 Years Later, A Hard Rock Cover Won A New Generation
Paul McCartney and Wings' theme song to a globetrotting '70s action movie became a hit for another legendary rock band in the '90s.
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'80s (13)
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The 1983 Paul Simon Song You Probably Didn't Know Was Inspired By His Real-Life Heartbreak
Paul Simon was in a relationship with actress Carrie Fisher for 12 years. This song was written after they married, but even then, it was complicated.
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The 1980 Bruce Springsteen Hit That Was Almost A Ramones Song
The lead single from "The River" was Bruce Springsteen's first Top 10 hit and helped launch him to superstardom, but he wrote it for the Ramones.
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5 Love Songs That Take Gen X Back To Their First High School Dance
These songs from artists such as Whitney Houston, Berlin, and OMD are guaranteed to evoke memories of high school dances for Gen X listeners.
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The No. 1 Song On July 28, 1984 Sounds So Much Cooler Today
On July 28, 1984, this Prince song was at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. A rare track with no bassline, today the song sounds even cooler.
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5 Power Ballads That Were Bigger Than The Bands That Made Them
Power ballads such as "Sister Christian" and "When I See You Smile" ultimately became better known than the bands that recorded them.
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5 '80s Rock Songs With The Energy Of A Wild High School Party
Though pop culture often depicts the '70s as the most rambunctious decade, the '80s were right on par. High schoolers, in particular, knew how to throw a party.
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5 Bonnie Tyler Lyrics That Solidify Her '80s Rock Icon Status
Bonnie Tyler died in July 2026, but the lyrics of songs like "Holding Out For a Hero" and "The Best," solidified her status as an '80s rock icon.
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The Top 10 Vinyl Records Every '80s Fan Should Already Own
The '80s spawned an enormous number of classic albums from artists ranging from Madonna to Metallica. Here are the top 10 that vinyl lovers should already own.
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The Best-Charting Rock Single Of 1980 Sounds Even Cooler Today
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.
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In 1985, The Bee Gees Gave This Song To Diana Ross — And It Topped Charts Around The World
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.
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The 5 Most-Covered '80s Songs Of All Time
From the glitter of prime Michael Jackson to the uplifting new wave sensation of the Eurythmics, these '80s tunes were the templates for hundreds of covers.
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Michael Jackson's 1988 Classic Peaked At No. 7 — 13 Years Later, A Hard Rock Cover Gave It New Life
This 2001 cover put a thoroughly unexpected spin on a single that is now regarded as one of the best tracks from Michael Jackson's "Bad."
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5 Monster Hits From The '80s You Probably Didn't Know Were Covers
From Billy Idol to Joan Jett, these '80s legends turned out instantly recognizable chart-topping earworms that were originally the work of other artists.
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'90s (4)
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The 1998 Song Sheryl Crow Will Never Tire Of Singing Isn't Her Biggest Hit
"All I Wanna Do" is Sheryl Crow's biggest hit to date, but the song she's most proud of is a 1998 track that barely cracked the Top 20.
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Sheryl Crow's Best-Charting Single Was A Last-Minute Addition That Saved A Flopping Album
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.
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The 5 Most Covered Songs Of The '90s
These '90s pop, grunge, synth, and alt-rock classics have been covered by artists as varied as Lacuna Coil, Macy Gray, and the Muppets.
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5 Classic Albums That Define '90s Alt-Rock
The '90s saw the rise of pop-punk, boy bands, and lots in between, but the alt-rock from that decade is now legendary. These five albums defined the era.
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The No. 1 Beach Boys Song That Became A Hit Without Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson is known as a musical genius and is behind the Beach Boys' most popular songs; however, he was not involved with their last No. 1 hit. Here's why.
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4 Mysteries Every Classic Rock Fan Wants Solved
Who inspired "You're So Vain"? Who's the mystery figure on the cover of that legendary Beatles album? These are some of classic rock's most enduring mysteries.
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5 Love Songs Inspired By Greek Myths
On first blush, there might not seem to be much in common between a love song and Greek mythology, but a closer look reveals the connections.
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Quote Of The Day By Stevie Nicks: 'We Have To Walk In With A Big Attitude ...'
Stevie Nicks' journey from obscurity to rock goddess came during a time when women's contributions to rock music were generally sidelined.
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The No. 1 Song On July 29, 1974 Sounds Even Sweeter Today
John Denver took a song about his wife to No. 1 on July 29, 1974. The song lyrics never say her name, but the song title does, and it sounds even sweeter today.
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Quote Of The Day By Jimmy Page: 'Isolation Doesn't Bother Me At All. It Gives Me ...'
Jimmy Page was born in 1944 and grew up in England. He had no siblings and few friends growing up, so music no doubt became a kind of escape.
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5 History-Making Drummers Every Classic Rock Fan Should Already Know
The 20th century granted us some history-making drummers that pushed rock as far as it could go, particularly in classic rock's golden era.
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The 5 Best Soft Rock Solos Of All Time
From Toto and Journey to Peter Frampton and Al Stewart, these unforgettable soft rock solos prove mellow songs can deliver electrifying musicianship.
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The Classic Rock Band That Somehow Sounds Much Cooler Today
They've been both revered and sneered at, but this unique classic rock band's songs sound even cooler than they did when they came out in the 1970s.
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Popular Songs Everyone Knows That Never Became Billboard Hits
These songs by the Doors, David Bowie, and more are uncontested classics today, but they didn't make it to the Billboard Hot 100 when they were first released.
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These Classic Rock Legends Started Out As Cover Bands
Classic rock legends like Van Halen and the Rolling Stones were once just fledgling bands trying to get gigs, and that required playing lots of covers.
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The Top 10 Hit That Gave Linda Ronstadt Her First No. 1 Was Actually A Cover
Before Linda Ronstadt took it to No. 1, this song had been recorded by soul artists Dee Dee Warwick and Betty Everett and pop outfit the Swinging Blue Jeans.
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The 5 Best Covers Of Classical Music In Rock History
With a back catalogue that would make modern musicians weep, it's no wonder that rock bands turn to classical music for inspiration.
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5 Concert Moments Every Classic Rock Fan Wishes They Witnessed
From a spellbinding charity performance to a legendary band's last rooftop live set, these are the events in rock history that fans dream of being there for.
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The 5 Easiest Bob Dylan Songs To Learn On Guitar
Bob Dylan's lyrics are generally easy to understand, and his songs are singable and easy to follow, which makes them perfect for beginner guitar players.
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Quote Of The Day By Joan Baez: 'I Have Hope In People ...'
Joan Baez has long participated in public protests and expressed opposition to war and support for social causes, characterizing her attitude as "realism."
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Quote Of The Day By Robert Plant: 'Don't Be Hard On Yourself ...'
Possessing an insatiable love for the blues and music, Robert Plant's voice found its kin when Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones saw him sing.
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5 Classic Albums That Define Heartland Rock
Heartland rock has a strong core made from a respect for the common human experience and the power people have to uplift each other.
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5 Nearly Perfect Paul McCartney Songs That Should Be Required Listening For Younger Generations
Paul McCartney has been writing songs for much longer than he was in the Beatles. Here are five of our favorites that younger generations should hear.
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5 Rock Songs Inspired By Greek Myths
The ancient Greeks knew how to tell a good story, and it was to their myths that rock artists such as Led Zeppelin and Toto turned to inspire these songs.
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5 Songs You Didn't Know Glenn Frey Wrote For Other Musicians
Glenn Frey simply loved to collaborate. Across his multi-decade career, he worked with solo artists to help them find their voice and their sound.
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The 5 Wildest On-Stage Moments In Rock History
Some of the wildest on-stage rock moments have been so memorable that they're still talked about years or even decades after the fact.
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The 5 Best Bee Gees Songs For Getting Over A Breakup
The Bee Gees' bend toward the sentimental and knack for vocal expressiveness naturally make them a good fit for anyone trying to get over a breakup.
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10 Vinyl Records Every Blues Fan Should Already Own
Born from the creativity of African Americans in the 1860s, blues was first captured on phonographs, field recordings, and low-quality 45s.
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The 5 Most-Covered Songs In Folk Rock History
Though it's hard to pin down exactly how many covers are out there, the most popular in folk rock have generated thousands of works.
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This 1941 Supernatural Classic Inspired One Of Creedence Clearwater Revival's Best-Charting Singles
It's kind of cool when art inspires more art. One of Creedence Clearwater Revival's biggest hits was a nod to the 1941 film "The Devil and Daniel Webster."
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Bands Who Lost Career-Defining No. 1 Hits To Another Act
Some of the best-known songs in rock 'n' roll history that went to No. 1 were intended for or offered to other bands before they became chart-toppers.
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Quote Of The Day By Bob Dylan: 'Happiness Is Not On My List Of Priorities.'
Bob Dylan's surprising quote about happiness goes a long way toward explaining how his work ethic has guided his legendary career.
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Quote Of The Day By Johnny Cash: 'You Have To Be What You Are. Whatever You Are, You Gotta Be It.'
Johnny Cash rose from his rural Arkansas beginnings to become a legend in country music, so he understood the importance of living life on your own terms.
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Riffs That Still Rip: Prince's Let's Go Crazy And Other Classics Released 42 Years Ago This Week
The middle of the summer of 1984, in particular, is a relatively microscopic period in music history, but it was an iconic and fruitful one for classic rock.
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Not Paul McCartney, Not Elton John: This Act Scored The Most No. 1 Hits Of The '70s
As far as No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 are concerned, there's one group that racked up the most in the '70s, beating out larger-than-life stars.
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Quote Of The Day By Ozzy Osbourne: 'By The Time You Learn It All, It's Too Late ...'
Ozzy Osbourne led a colorful life, to say the least, that's why his quote about how wisdom comes too late in life to be useful is worth examining.
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The Top 10 Hit Freddie Mercury Wrote In Mere Minutes
Many of Queen's songs are very elaborate, so it's ironic that the one that stayed at the top of the chart the longest was written in just a few minutes.
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Bob Dylan Wrote This Classic In 1964 — The Byrds Turned It Into A No. 1 Hit One Year Later
In 1964, Bob Dylan first played a new song live, and a year later, it became a No. 1 hit for the Byrds. Here's a look at how that happened.
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At Just 31, Bill Withers Penned One Of The Most-Covered Songs Of All Time
Bill Withers' wrote some of America's most beloved songs, and this song about missing a partner has been covered hundreds of times by artists big and small.
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5 Widely Covered Classic Rock Songs That Were Never Top 10 Hits
These rock classics have been covered hundreds of times, but they never even made it to the Top 10 when they were originally released.
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5 Folk-Rock Hits With No Known Authors
Songs can live anywhere, but only a few make it to recording, and some live on as hit folk rock tunes, no matter that we don't know who originally wrote them.
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Out Of Kenny Rogers' 39 Studio Albums, These 5 Are So Underrated
Unlike seminal works like "The Gambler" and "Kenny," a lot of Kenny Rogers' earlier, later, and more experimental albums are very underrated.
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At Just 24, Van Morrison Wrote A Nearly Perfect Song That's Still A Wedding Staple Decades Later
Van Morrison had a string of hits in his 20s that have lived on to become classics, including this wedding staple that he wrote at 24 years old.
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The 5 Most Unexpected Rock Collabs Of The '70s & '80s
Remember when the Sex Pistols teamed up with a notorious escaped convict, and Mick Jagger sang backup on a song he (might have) thought was about him?
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One Of Rock's Most Famous One-Hit Wonders Has No Known Author
You may know Ram Jam's version of this song, a one-hit wonder. You may also know that Lead Belly recorded it too, but no one knows who actually wrote it.
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4 Classic Rock Songs Born From Real Romances Gone Wrong
Creating music from real-life events can make a good song great, and for classic rock legends such as Lindsey Buckingham, a broken heart made the best muse.
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5 Songs You Didn't Know Bruce Springsteen Wrote For Other Famous Musicians
Bruce Springsteen is a rock 'n' roll legend. Not just as a performer but as a songwriter, creating songs for himself and other famous musicians.
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Classic Rock Songs You Probably Didn't Know Were Inspired By Real Events
From historic floods to devastating fires and even a circus poster, these classic rock songs were surprisingly not just figments of the artists' imagination.
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10 Vinyl Records Every Folk Rock Fan Should Already Own
There are some folk rock records that represent some of the best, most agreed-upon, most landmark, and often-cited albums of the genre.
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5 Beatles Hits Paul McCartney Has Never Played Since Going Solo
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."
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The 5 Best Drum Solos In Rock History
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.
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10 Deep Cuts Every Classic Rock Fan Should Already Know
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.
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Bands Who Lost Their Magic After A Member Went Solo
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.
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At Just 22, Paul McCartney Penned One Of The Most Covered Songs In Music History
This song, written and recorded in 1965 by Paul McCartney with almost no input from the rest of the Beatles, has been recorded more than 2,000 times.
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One Of Creedence Clearwater Revival's Best-Charting Singles Won Ike & Tina Turner Their Only Grammy
Within three years, a classic rock song penned by John Fogerty found chart success twice, and the second hit was an award-winning cover by Ike and Tina Turner.
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At Just 27, Jimmy Page Laid Down One Of The Best Guitar Solos Of All Time
In 1971, when Jimmy Page was just 27, he laid down the solo to "Stairway to Heaven," which was released on the group's self-titled album released the same year.
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The 5 Best Joni Mitchell Songs That Aren't Big Yellow Taxi
Joni Mitchell released a plethora of excellent work over her career, particularly during the 1970s, blending a number of styles that surface in unique ways.
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One Of Folk Rock's Most-Covered Songs Has No Known Author
Artists from Bob Dylan to Dolly Parton have put their own spins on this folk rock standard, but we have no idea who wrote it in the first place.
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4 Songs You Didn't Know David Bowie Wrote For Other Famous Musicians
A singular force in music history, David Bowie's songwriting talent spilled over into the careers of artists such as Tina Turner, sometimes even rescuing them.
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Not God Only Knows, Not Wouldn't It Be Nice — Brian Wilson's Favorite Song Is An Energetic Pop Anthem
California is a core theme of the Beach Boys' music, and Brian Wilson considers this celebration of The Golden State to be the finest of the band's creations.
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10 Vinyl Records Every Bob Dylan Fan Should Already Own
Vinyl is the medium of choice for true fans of Bob Dylan's catalog, and from his early '60s break-out album to a '90s masterpiece, these are the must-have LPs.
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Quote Of The Day By Carole King: 'I Think It Takes More Courage To Do Things ...'
From a young age, legendary singer-songwriter Carole King boldly seized opportunities, and she has kept that drive through her stellar decades-long career.
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The 5 Best Bee Gees Songs Hardly Anyone Talks About Anymore
The classic Bee Gees songs from their "Saturday Night Fever" heyday will never die. But these forgotten gems from the '60s to the '80s are also worth a listen.
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Quote Of The Day By Pat Benatar: 'Think Of All The Amazing Things That You Could Be To Each Other ...'
Rock star and tireless champion of the downtrodden Pat Benatar once spoke of her motivations, and her simple advice is worth us all taking heed of in our lives.
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Elton John Almost Never Released This No. 1 Duet — He Thought It Was A Bust
In the '70s, Elton John seemed unable to make a bad song, but his producer had to carry this song over the finish line, and it later became a No. 1 duet.
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Quote Of The Day By David Bowie: 'As You Get Older, The Questions Come Down To About Two Or Three ...'
To say David Bowie's career was colorful would be an understatement, and despite decades of success, he was never satisfied to let a minute go wasted.
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Quote Of The Day By Aretha Franklin: 'Appreciate What People Give You.'
Aretha Franklin's gifted voice was apparent to all from a young age, and her quote of the day recognizes the help she humbly received to become a global legend.
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5 Famous Songs Carole King Wrote Before Her Solo Career Took Off
Before Carole King's solo career hit new heights in 1971, she was churning out timeless hits for icons such as Aretha Franklin and the Monkees.
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Quote Of The Day By Dolly Parton: 'We Cannot Direct The Wind, But We Can Adjust The Sails.'
Having worked herself up from poverty through adversity to global superstardom, Dolly Parton knows how to tack her course through life's stormy weather.
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3 Songs You Didn't Know Van Morrison Wrote For Other Famous Musicians
Van Morrison has been extensively covered, but he also handed a few legends, such as Tom Jones, some of his songs before he ever performed them himself.
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5 Covers Of Bee Gees Songs That Perfectly Capture The Boogie Of The Originals
From Al Green to Take That, these artists were the select few who managed to bottle that unique Bee Gees disco flavor and pour it all over a covered classic.
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5 Rock Musicians Who Chased College Degrees While Famous
Fame didn't deter these punk rockers, guitar virtuosos, and alt-rock pioneers from parallel studies in astrophysics, biology, and other academic subjects.
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5 Nearly Perfect Joni Mitchell Songs That Deserve A New Generation Of Fans
The influence of Joni Mitchell's music continues to be felt many decades later, and for those newer listeners who may not know so, these songs may awaken them.
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5 Power Ballads That Brought Fading Music Careers Back To Life
Bands like Cheap Trick, Heart, and Chicago had a lot of success only to have it dry up at a certain point. These power ballads put them back on the map.
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21 Years After The Mamas And The Papas Released This Classic, The Beach Boys Gave It A Second Life
You've almost certainly heard this 1965 classic by the Mamas and the Papas, but you may not have heard the 1986 cover by California's own, the Beach Boys.
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5 Nearly Perfect John Denver Songs Time Shouldn't Forget
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.
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The 5 Most-Covered Songs Kenny Rogers Ever Recorded
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.
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5 Songs That Take Generation X Back To Their First High School Party
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.
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5 Pop Songs We Know Would Go Hard As Rock Covers
A truly great song begs for reinvention, and we think these pop classics from legendary artists such as ABBA and Britney Spears would shine with a rock twist.
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This Neil Diamond Song Flopped On Release — 21 Years Later, A Reggae Band Took It To No. 1
Neil Diamond's somber country ballad about liquid solace flopped in the '60s, but you'll definitely recognize a British reggae band's '80s reinvention.
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5 Stone-Cold Classics You Didn't Know Bob Dylan Wrote
There are some timeless classics by the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Guns N' Roses that you may be surprised to know were penned by the legendary Bob Dylan.
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Joni Mitchell Blasted Bob Dylan's Musicianship — But Decades Earlier, Gave Him Her Best Compliment
Joni Mitchell praised Bob Dylan for inspiring her in the 1970s, but by 2010, she was reported to have some harsh words regarding his musical prowess.
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5 Bands Who Lost The Plot Chasing A New Sound
There are always interesting stories about unusual albums that sit outside the bounds of a band's expected sound, such as when Megadeth jumped the shark.
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5 Stevie Nicks Love Songs That Are Wedding-Safe
We've rummaged through Stevie Nicks' extensive catalog of heartbreak and found these songs that deal with the positive, wedding-friendly side of lasting love.
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The 5 Best Village People Songs That Aren't YMCA
They may not be as easy to spell out in a dance routine, but we think these energetic, uplifting Village People classics deserve a place on any disco playlist.
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Quote Of The Day By Joe Strummer: 'When You Blame Yourself ...'
This quote from Clash frontman and punk legend Joe Strummer offers a surprising take on assigning blame and the importance of owning your mistakes.
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Songs Written For Movies That Became Serious Billboard Hits
Songs written for movies like "Karate Kid 2," "American Gigalo," and "Robin Hood" were so successful that they climbed to the top of the Billboard charts.
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Bruce Springsteen is one of America's most fervent champions who doesn't shy away from his ideals. This quote speaks to the struggle of maintaining idealism.
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A vinyl record is typically housed inside two containers, the inner sleeve and the outer sleeve, and you might be wondering the best material for each.
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From stars like Christina Aguilera to Madonna, some artists have scored Billboard Top 10 hits that were actually written by someone else.
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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.
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