The Ultimate Beginner's Guide To Collecting Vintage Band T-Shirts
From checking tags to stitching and even the ink, these are the many characteristics to check for when starting a collection of vintage band t-shirts.
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Not The Supremes, Not The Temptations: The Group That Time Forgot Gave Motown Its First Million-Seller
Motown was home to some of the most famous musical acts of the '60s and beyond, but their first big hit came from an unexpected and oft-forgotten group.
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In 1958, Columbia Records Invented The Greatest Hits Album — Then It Made Chart History
A "greatest hits" album is one of the easiest ways to capitalize on the prior success of an artist, and Columbia Records created this concept with a smash.
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The Best Display Ideas To Show Off Your Guitar Pick Collection
It's easy to accrue a collection of guitar picks from shows and events, and there are plenty of cool, fun ways to put this memorabilia on display.
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His Studio Albums Weren't Selling. Then He Made One Of The Best Live Albums Ever
Some of the most iconic musicians in history had to put in years of work to make it big, including one of the best-selling artists in the 1970s.
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The 5 Best Duets To Ever Come Out Of Motown
Featuring vocals from Motown superstars like Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, and Lionel Richie, these songs are among the label's most romantic, silky-smooth duets.
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The Monster Mash's Lesser-Known Sequels Are So Bad They're Good
Nothing succeeds like success (or excess, depending), so it's no surprise that a monster hit like 1962's "Monster Mash" spawned more than a few follow-ups.
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How To Properly Clean Vinyl Record Players
You've done your homework and selected the perfect record player for your home and budget, but do you know how to clean it so it always sounds great?
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In 1965, In A Small English Town, The Yardbirds Changed The Sound Of Hard Rock Forever
In 1965, future guitar legend Jeff Beck was playing for the Yardbirds, and his onstage experiments in the U.K. would revolutionize rock 'n' roll.
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1983 No. 1, Written As A Vampire Love Song, Topped The Charts 43 Years Ago Today
The origins of this operatic 1983 pop hit stretch all the way back to "Nosferatu," a 1922 silent horror classic that was in turn inspired by "Dracula."
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Quote Of The Day By Linda Ronstadt: 'You Don't Want People Who ...'
Pop and country-rock superstar Linda Ronstadt voiced some strong opinions about who is most likely to work hard and contribute meaningfully to society.
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The Best Hi-Fi Setups For Beginners
If you're ready to splash out on a hi-fi system but don't know your pre-amps from your receivers, these are the components needed for many years of musical joy.
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5 Of The Most Beautiful Voices In Soft Rock History
From Karen Carpenter to Celine Dion, these soft rock singers are known for beautiful voices that helped produce some of the genre's biggest hits.
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5 Drum Solos We Wish We Could Hear Again For The First Time
Here are five classic drum solos that not only pack a major punch, but make us wish we could experience hearing them for the first time again.
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1982 Pop No. 1, A 'Terrible Record To Make,' Hit The Top 44 Years Ago Today
Ostensibly a story of growing up and unrealized dreams, John Cougar's, aka John Mellencamp, sole No. 1 hit from 1982 was a frustrating piece to get just right.
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Quote Of The Day By John Bonham: 'There Have Been Times When I've Blundered And ...'
John Bonham is regarded as one of the most important drummers in rock history, though he admitted that mistakes can happen when you are pushing boundaries.
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The Funk Hit That Changed The Sound Of Pop Music
In 1970, Sly Stone & the Family Stone released a funk classic, but it was bassist Larry Graham's pioneering technique that became a staple for future artists.
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5 Times The Kinks Turned Musicians Into Legends
The Davies brothers tend to eclipse the other members of the Kinks, which does a disservice to the talented musicians who once shared a stage with the band.
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The Gift Eric Clapton Never Got To Give Jimi Hendrix
The friendship between guitar legends Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix was such that Clapton intended to give Hendrix a special gift; however, he was too late.
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Born 109 Years Ago Today In North Carolina, This Piano Genius Changed Jazz Forever
The genius of this jazz pianist, who was born 109 years ago in 1917, was not always well understood, but today he is revered for his unusual playing style.
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Born 72 Years Ago Today In Indiana, This 'Diamond' Star Became The Frontman Who Defined '80s Hard Rock
Van Halen helped define '80s hard rock, and their frontman Diamond Dave helped kick that off in the '70s. He was born in Indiana 72 years ago today.
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1984 No. 1, Penned For A Gene Wilder Movie, Hit The Top 42 Years Ago Today
Gene Wilder's romantic comedy is mostly forgotten today, but this Oscar-winning soundtrack cut by Stevie Wonder is an enduring pop classic.
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Quote Of The Day By Chrissie Hynde: 'The Thing Is If You've Been ...'
The Pretenders' Chrissie Hynde has spent decades in the music industry, and she's found great success doing things she initially resisted.
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The Iconic Punk Band You Didn't Know Was Influenced By Bubblegum Pop
While bubblegum pop and punk may seem worlds apart, bubblegum pop actually helped shape the sound of one of the most iconic punk bands of all time.
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Classic Rock Albums That Came With Seriously Cool Extras
There are classic rock records that offered more than great music. Here's a look at some surprising extras tucked inside the sleeves of our favorite albums.
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Born 86 Years Ago Today In England, This Art Student Turned A School Band Into A Global Sensation
This music icon was born 86 years ago today in England. He started out as an art school student, but his band, the Beatles, would change rock 'n' roll.
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The 5 Albums Of 1970 With The Most Hit Singles
From Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young to Stevie Wonder and more, let's look back at five 1970 albums that rocked the charts with multiple hit singles.
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Born 57 Years Ago Today In Dorset, This Farm-Raised Rocker Made British Music History
This artist's music defies genre, but she went from being raised on a farm to making history in the U.K. for her artistry. She was born 57 years ago today.
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1980 No. 1, Which Gained New Life As A Sports Anthem, Topped The Charts 46 Years Ago Today
This song had barely been released when an NFL team jumped on it as a way to tout its prowess on the field, fire up its fans, and taunt its opponents.
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Quote Of The Day By Chris Cornell: 'When I'm At Home, I Don't Talk To Anyone; I Don't Go Out Socially. My One...'
Chris Cornell said that when he wasn't on stage singing, he was somewhat of a recluse, and he was grateful to have that connection with his audience.
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