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'70s (8)

5 Hit Songs That Prove 1977 Was The Decade's Greatest Year For Women In Rock

Women in rock had a pivotal year in 1977, with artists like Heart, Fleetwood Mac, and Linda Ronstadt singing powerhouse songs that dominated the charts.
By Steven Luna Read More
1977 Changed Rock Forever — Elvis's Death Was Only One Part

1977 was a pivotal year for rock in many ways, from the death of Elvis and other bands' ends, to the rise of new iconic albums and influential bands.
By Sarah Crocker Read More
The Osmonds Released A Hard Rock Song In 1972 That Shreds Their Sunshine Pop Image

This unexpected hit single from the Osmonds, featuring environmentalist lyrics by Alan Osmond, was an early step in the evolution of heavy metal.
By Brian Boone Read More
5 Rock Musicians Who Tried '70s Disco — With Mixed Results

Disco was so hot in the 1970s that even rock stars emulated it — with mixed results. Here's our take on Rod Stewart, Blondie, and others' attempts at disco.
By Chris Turner-Neal Read More
Elvis Presley's 1970 Cover Of Sweet Caroline Is Too Good To Be This Under The Radar

You've likely not heard it, but Elvis' 1970 epic live rendition of Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline" is shockingly good, and done the way only the King could do.
By S. Flannagan Read More
This 1976 Song By Bob Dylan Is His Most Personal By Far

Bob Dylan's catalogue is full of songs that tell stories or offer insight, but in 1976 he broke from the norm when he wrote a very personal song to his wife.
By Andrew Dirst Read More
5 Neil Diamond Songs That Prove 1970 Was The Best Year Of His Career

In 1970, Neil Diamond climbed the charts with new hits ("Cracklin' Rosie"), re-releases ("Solitary Man"), and covers ("He Ain't Heavy ... He's My Brother").
By Brian Boone Read More
5 One-Hit Wonder Love Songs From The '70s We're Still Head Over Heels For

One-hit wonders gave us such '70s love songs as "Magnet and Steel," "Rock the Boat," and "Fooled Around and Fell In Love." We're still here for all of it.
By Steven Luna Read More

'80s (5)

5 Songs From 1983 That Define Rock History

1983 was a pivotal year in rock history, with songs from the Police, Def Leppard, Michael Jackson, and more setting the stage for new trends and subgenres.
By Brian Boone Read More
5 Flop Love Songs From The '80s That Have Earned Respect From Younger Generations

The 1980s were awash with love songs, but some fell by the wayside until younger cohorts discovered them through social media, streaming, or popular TV shows.
By Andrew Dirst Read More
5 Songs From 1984 That Define Rock History

Twisted Sister, Scorpions, Billy Idol, Foreigner, and Queen all released songs in 1984 that helped define rock history for different reasons. Here's how.
By Sergio Pereira Read More
The Best Slow Songs Of The '80s Are Beyond Dreamy

These great '80s love songs by artists like the Bangles, Spandeau Ballet, and Prince have dreamy qualities that made them some of the best of the decade.
By Steven Luna Read More
5 No. 1 Hits That Prove 1989 Was The Decade's Best Year For Power Ballads

The 1980s were never going to go out quietly, and from Bad English to Sheriff, 1989 went peak power ballad to see that decadent decade into the 1990s.
By Amy Beeman Read More

'90s (2)

5 Rock Songs From 1991 That Sound Even Cooler Today

In 1991, songs like "Black" and "Jerry Was a Race Car Driver" were great, but over time, those songs and these others have become even cooler.
By Richard Milner Read More
5 Flop Love Songs From The '90s That Have Earned Respect From Younger Generations

Though artists like Sade and Lauren Hill had hit love songs in the '90s, they also had some flops, and now, younger generations are claiming them.
By Andrew Dirst Read More

Classic Rock (10)

Bob Dylan's 1965 Classic Never Hit No. 1 — But It Became A Cultural Touchstone Anyway

Rolling Stone has called it the greatest song of all time, but this timeless Bob Dylan classic never made it to the top of the Billboard chart.
By Brian Boone Read More
5 Classic Rock Podcasts Even Tech-Averse Boomers Will Appreciate

There are millions of podcasts out there, and while younger generations are bigger consumers of this type of media, older folks are now tuning in.
By Andrew Amelinckx Read More
Tours That Destroyed Iconic Rock Bands

There have been tours that were responsible for the destruction of many groups, whether it be due to the internal tensions boiling over or a real-life tragedy.
By Sergio Pereira Read More
5 Times Rock Songs Made Movie Scenes Drop-Dead Electrifying

The best soundtracks can make movies even more unforgettable. These are some of the most iconic rock songs that take movie scenes to a new height.
By S. Flannagan Read More
Rock Legends With Zero No. 1 Hits

During rock's zenith of cultural and commercial importance in the latter third of the 20th century, some legends failed to gain a No. 1 hit.
By Brian Boone Read More
5 Rock Songs From 1959 That Sound Even Cooler Today

Thanks to a heady mix of nostalgia and long-lasting innovation, these rock 'n' roll tunes from 1959 sound remarkably fresh and recognizable to modern listeners.
By S. Flannagan Read More
5 Little-Known Facts About Neil Diamond's Connection To Elvis Presley

Neil Diamond and Elvis Presley enjoyed and respected each other's music, and their proverbial paths sometimes crossed outside of any music industry obligation.
By Brian Boone Read More
5 Friendships In Rock 'N' Roll History That Stood The Test Of Time

In some rare cases, musicians have managed to ascend to the pantheon of rock music greats and stay there — and some have even stayed friends.
By S. Flannagan Read More
5 Classic Rock Songs Every Divorced Boomer's Playlist Needs

For any boomers dealing with divorce, the change can come with some major silver linings, and one of the best is total control of the music you play.
By Chris Condry Read More
The Longest Marriages In Rock 'N' Roll History Smash Every Stereotype

Amazingly, some rock stars have historically long marriages, even with the pressures of endless touring, career ups and downs, and the myriad of temptations.
By Kathy Benjamin Read More

Decades (2)

5 Rock Songs From The '50s That Were Ahead Of Their Time

Rock 'n' roll as we know it was born in the '50s, but even in those trailblazing times, musicians such as Chuck Berry and Janis Martin were charting new waters.
By Sarah Crocker Read More
5 Classic Love Songs That Were Once Banned From The Radio

Radio stations once acted like moral gatekeepers, and kept now-classic racy love songs from musicians such as the Rolling Stones from our delicate ears.
By Andrew Dirst Read More

Hard Rock (1)

5 Rock Songs That Took These Movie Trailers To A Whole New Level

The song or piece of orchestration underneath a trailer's action sets its tone, establishes its pace, and has the power to elevate the clip to instant virality.
By Chris Condry Read More

Other Genres (3)

5 Songs That Best Capture The Poetic Soul Of Folk Rock

One of the most distinguishing things about folk rock is its lyrical poetry. Here's a look at five songs that perfectly captured the soul of the genre.
By Richard Milner Read More
5 Rock Songs Every Gen Xer's Road Trip Playlist Needs

Gen Xers invented the mixtape, so road trip playlists are still a priority. They should include rock songs by No Doubt, STP, Sammy Hagar, and these others.
By Chris Turner-Neal Read More
The 5 Best Barry Manilow Songs That Aren't Mandy

Barry Manilow's output is extensive, and we think five of his best songs that aren't "Mandy" include "Copacabana," "Looks Like We Made It," and these others.
By Andrew Amelinckx Read More