The Ultimate Beginner's Guide To Collecting Vintage And Original Concert Posters
A vintage concert poster collection will be the envy of your friends. From where to buy to how to care for them, here's what you need to know to get started.
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One Of The Best Duets In Classic Rock Became Elton John's First UK No. 1
It took a few years for Elton John to make it to the top of the charts in his home country of the United Kingdom, and he needed a singing partner to help.
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Since the '50s, funk has influenced modern music to the present day, and some of its pioneering groups have enjoyed careers spanning well over half a century.
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The 5 Best '70s Live Albums, Ranked
Some of the best live albums from the 1970s include shows by Peter Frampton, Kiss, Judas Priest, Jimi Hendrix's Band of Gypsies, and The Who. Here's a look.
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Famous Musicians Whose Biggest Hits Were Duets
Despite their reputation for collaborating on chart-topping duets, these talented artists sadly didn't have the same success when it came to their solo careers.
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5 Classic Singles That Define '70s Funk
Funk hit one of its peaks as a genre in the 1970s, and some hit songs that burned up the charts during that decade are still fan favorites today.
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1988 Reggae No. 1, Originally Recorded By Neil Diamond, Topped The Charts 38 Years Ago Today
On rare occasions, cover songs will take an original tune and give it an entirely new life, which one UK band managed to do with a forgotten Neil Diamond track.
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Quote Of The Day By Bruce Springsteen: 'He Was Tough On Me When I Was Young, But Fundamentally, Underneath, He Was...'
Bruce Springsteen poured much of his own life into his artistry, with his background — and relationship with his father— shaping his view of the world
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Not Jimmy Page Or Tony Iommi: The Iconic Guitarist Who Helped Pave The Way For Heavy Metal
Plenty of guitar legends paved the way for what heavy metal became, but one revolutionary musician inspired most guitarists who came after him.
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The Funk Band That Influenced Generations Of Rock Stars
Few sounds can match the inspiring freedom of funk, and one of the genre's most iconic and enduring bands is still influencing rock and pop stars today.
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5 Classic Albums That Define The Who
The Who has one of the most unforgettable runs of any band in history, and many of their albums are essential listening for any rock music fans.
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The Top 5 Motown Hits Of The '70s
Motown revolutionized the musical landscape, and the '70s was home to some of their biggest hits and most meaningful tunes that still hold up today.
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5 Punk Hits That Rocked The Pop Charts
Punk is often seen as the antithesis of pop, but a few songs by punk icons like the Sex Pistols and the Clash actually made it onto mainstream charts.
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5 Highly-Rated Bookshelf Speakers Worth Your Money
Good speakers can make or break your listening experience, and you can score some compact, mid-priced sets that customers are thrilled with.
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As 2026 approaches its end, we take stock of songs that have rocked the hardest so far and rank the top five of them in order, culminating in the very best.
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The 5 Top Motown Hits Of The '80s
From Diana Ross to Rick James, Motown's stars found new ways to rule the charts. These unforgettable '80s hits kept the legendary label in the spotlight.
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These Rare '60s Albums Are A Collector's White Whale
From unpeeled banana stickers to a vividly unusual Beatles cover, these are the rare '60s vinyl records that will get collectors giddy and opening wallets.
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1987 No. 1, Inspired By 2 Motown Hits, Topped The Charts 39 Years Ago Today
In 1987, one of Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam's songwriters heard two Motown classics by Mary Wells, and combined them with an '80s twist for this chart-topper.
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Quote Of The Day By Keith Richards: 'I Mean, I Wasn't Far From The End Of The Runway Before I...'
Stones guitarist Keith Richards has a reputation for living on the edge, admitting, "I wasn't far from the end of the runway." But said, "You pace yourself."
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The 5 Best Live Albums In Classic Pop History
From James Brown to Talking Heads, these five live albums feature unforgettable performances that became defining moments in classic pop music history.
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5 Motown Classics That Belong On Every Water Aerobics Playlist
From the bubbly joy of the Jackson 5 to the uplifting melodies of Stevie Wonder, these nostalgic Motown hits will energize any water aerobics workout.
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The Recalled Beatles Album Cover That Became A $20,000 Collecting Prize
Capitol Records lost thousands on the Beatles’ "Yesterday and Today" do-over debacle, but the original and redone album covers are both worth a pretty penny.
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4 Underrated Artists Every Motown Diehard Should Already Know
From Marvin Gaye's forgotten duet partner Kim Weston to former Spinners vocalist G.C. Cameron, here are four Motown artists who deserve to be remembered.
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The Best Rock Autobiographies, Ranked
From Patti Smith to Keith Richards and beyond, these rock autobiographies pull back the curtain on fame, excess, creativity and the lives behind the music.
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The Top 5 Classic Rock Album Covers Of All Time
These five classic rock album covers became nearly as legendary as the music itself. Let's look back on the stories and artwork that still stand out today.
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The 5 Record Producers Who Changed The Sound Of Rock Forever
Rock's biggest bands didn't shape their signature sounds alone. These visionary producers changed what was possible in the studio and influenced generations.
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Born 85 Years Ago Today In New Jersey, This Legendary Songwriter Never Played By The Rules
As salt-of-the-earth folk rock artists flourished from the mid-'60s on, among them sprung a more polished duo, yet this member knew when to buck a trend or two.
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One Of Classic Rock's Best Duets Came From An Unplanned Jam Session Between 2 Powerhouses
Classic Rock powerhouses Queen and David Bowie made history when they spontaneously collaborated on a song after a spontaneous meet-up in a recording studio.
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1986 No. 1, The Marker Of An Icon's Control Over Her Music, Hit The Top 40 Years Ago Today
Janet Jackson's first No. 1 hit made it clear that her family was no longer calling the shots, and Jackson was a star in her own right.
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Quote Of The Day By Brian May: Freddie, In His Last Days, Was Like, 'Okay Guys, I'm Not Going To Be Here Long. Just Give Me...'
Queen's Brian May once said that in Freddie Mercury's last days, when he knew he didn't have long to live, he wanted the band to keep giving him songs to sing.
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