The 5 Trippiest Album Covers In Psychedelic Rock History
Psychedelic rock albums often come with mind-bending covers, and the artwork for these records is almost as unforgettable as the music itself.
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The '70s Rock Band That Time Forgot Helped Define The Sound Of Power Pop
Sometimes the most influential bands of a burgeoning genre wind up forgotten, which is just what happened to these trailblazers in power pop.
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The 5 Albums Of 1960 With The Most Hit Singles
1960 saw some major changes in the music industry, and some legendary albums released in that year had a multitude of Billboard hits that burned up the charts.
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The 5 Best Whistling Moments In Rock History
These five songs don't just prove that whistling works in rock; that breath of air through the artists' lips is arguably what made these tracks so iconic.
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The Greatest Keyboard Solos Of The '70s
The 1970s was a revolutionary time for keyboard instruments, and a lot of musicians took advantage and showed off their considerable skills in solos.
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The Monkees had quite a run of successes despite their short tenure together, and their five best albums are far better than what you'd expect for a TV band.
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Born 68 Years Ago Today In England, This Frontman Helped Define The Sound Of '80s Pop Rock
This charismatic frontman and his English new wave band helped lead the Second British Invasion, which took over MTV and the pop charts in the 1980s.
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These musicians and bands were on top of the world -- and the charts -- in the 1990s, but many of them have faded into obscurity since that storied decade.
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5 Proto-Punk Classics Every Rock Fan Should Know
Punk revolutionized the music scene, but there were quite a few forebears who had to branch out into new sounds and set the stage for the burgeoning genre.
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Iconic Debut Albums Every Boomer Remembers Hearing For The First Time
Although a band's first album may not be their best, it can be an introduction to an entirely new sound for many listeners, like these records were for boomers.
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1965 No. 1, Originally Titled Scrambled Eggs, Topped The Charts 61 Years Ago Today
The genesis of some No. 1 songs can be strange and unexpected, and one 1965 smash hit from a legendary band came to a band member in a dream.
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Quote Of The Day By Art Garfunkel: 'Life Is A Surprise. I Don't Know What Happens Next Month. I Don't Know...'
Art Garfunkel's life has taken some unpredictable turns, and he's learned to embrace the idea that you can never really know what tomorrow will bring.
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Rock Bands That Released Back-To-Back Masterpiece Albums
Whether they were already mainstays or newcomers when they did it, these rock acts all gave us two consecutive albums that were each absolute perfection.
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The 5 Most Expensive Albums Ever Recorded
The most expensive albums ever recorded are true rarities that have sold for more money than most modern vehicles, with a Wu Tang album topping the list.
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10 Folk Rock Songs Perfect For Beginner Guitar Players
Learning a new instrument is a difficult task, so make it fun by learning easy, enjoyable songs. These 10 folk songs are great options.
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The 5 Longest-Running Rock Duos Of All Time
There's so much potential for disaster when working that closely together for so long, but some duos weather problems and remain active for dozens of years.
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The Best Live Albums Of The '80s
The '80s were a great time for live albums, as it was a time when musicians put their all into creating something better than what they made in the studio.
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5 Yacht Rock Songs That Belong On Every Wedding Playlist
From Bobby Caldwell's relaxing melodies to a Toto tune that'll get the whole reception singing, these yacht rock songs will lift spirits at any wedding.
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The Forgotten Pop Supergroup That Scored A No. 1 Hit Before Imploding
Supergroups seem to have all the necessary ingredients for success, but sometimes they peak and flame out even faster than a typical pop band.
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Born 75 Years Ago Today In Ohio, He Was The Bass Behind Parliament-Funkadelic's Signature Sound
After leaving James Brown's backing band, this legendary bass player helped shape the sound of George Clinton's genre-defining P-Funk collective.
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5 Classic Debut Albums You Might Not Realize Were Written By Other Artists
It's important for musicians to make the right first impression, and these famous and successful debut albums surprisingly weren't written by the artists.
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1964 No. 1, Twin Flame Of Previous Smash Hit, Topped The Charts 62 Years Ago Today
The Supremes fought hard to get noticed by Motown, but when they finally succeeded in 1964, the label used the same formula to create this timeless song.
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Quote Of The Day By David Bowie: 'I'm Not Quite An Atheist And It Worries Me. There's That Little Bit That...'
David Bowie was never one to shy away from questioning himself and the world around him through art, including his ever-evolving thoughts on spirituality.
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The 5 Most Beautiful Female Voices Of The '60s
The 1960s were a vibrant time in music history, and cutting through all the rock and psychedelia were astounding female singers such as Aretha Franklin.
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Not Iron Maiden: The '60s Band That Bridged Acid Rock And Heavy Metal
Best known for their 17-minute acid rock classic, this SoCal band only lasted a few years, but they influenced countless heavy metal acts that came after them.
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One Of Rock's Most Beautiful Voices Died Just Before His Song Hit No. 1
In 1973, a musician who spoke to the working class tragically died, and soon afterward, a song he wrote as a tribute to his unborn son topped the charts.
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1963 No. 1, Later Turned Into A Muppets Song About A Chicken, Reached The Top 63 Years Ago Today
After rapturous concert receptions, Jimmy Gilmer and the Fireballs released a song that eventually topped the charts in 1963 and later became a novelty cover.
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Quote Of The Day By Freddie Mercury: 'By Nature, I'm Very Restless And Highly Strung, A Person Of Real Extremes, And...'
One of the greatest frontmen of all time, Freddie Mercury was aware of the pitfalls of his volatile nature, yet channeled it into a stellar musical career.
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The California Rock Band That Helped Invent An Entirely New Genre In The '60s
Combining the talents of Gram Parsons with tunes penned by Bob Dylan, an LA-based band known for their twangy country music turned heads by incorporating rock.
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The 5 Best-Selling Artists In Rock History
Is rock 'n' roll dead? Not quite — it's far from rotting in the grave. As a matter of fact, the best-selling artist of all time remains a rock band.
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