'60s Rock Icons Who Walked Away From Their Careers
These 1960s rock icons may have had successful careers, but they each ultimately decided to walk away from their onstage careers for a multitude of reasons.
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The Story Behind The Jackson 5's Unlikely Meteoric Rise
From humble roots, the gifted brothers of the Jackson 5 exploded into the 1970s pop scene, somehow dancing and grooving their way through a vicious industry.
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5 Modern Bands That Sound Ripped From The Classic Rock Era
If you love classic rock but want to hear some fresh songs, check out modern bands like the Lemon Twigs, the Sheepdogs, and Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats.
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In 1975, David Bowie Nabbed His First No. 1 Hit In The US With Help From This Beatle
David Bowie had never even cracked the top 10 in the U.S. before he went all the way to No. 1 in September of 1975, with a song he co-wrote with an ex-Beatle.
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5 Songs That Prove 1985 Was The Decade's Best Year For High School Hits
In 1985, bands like Simple Minds, Tears for Fears, and A-ha all had huge hits. For kids in high school, those songs made that year the best of the decade.
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5 Folk Rock Songs That Snapped The Boomer Generation Awake
These folk rock songs from artists like the Byrds and Joni Mitchell were part of the catalyst that woke young boomers up to troubling social issues.
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How Losing An Album Handed Green Day Their Career-Defining Moment
When Green Day lost the master tapes for a completed LP, the band responded by reinventing itself and creating what many consider to be its best album ever.
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Bob Dylan Quotes On Music Every True Fan Will Appreciate
Bob Dylan doesn't just woo listeners with deftly crafted poetic insights when singing — he also leaves his mark when speaking in interviews.
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In 1983, The Bee Gees Penned A Song That Would Become Kenny Rogers' Defining Duet
When you think of the Bee Gees, country crooner Kenny Rogers probably doesn't come to mind, but they wrote Roger's defining duet that went to No. 1 in 1983.
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5 Hits That Prove 1972 Was The Decade's Best Year For Americana Music
Thanks to artists such as America and the Eagles, who blended country, rock 'n' roll, and American roots music, 1972 was a great year for Americana.
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In 1970, Cat Stevens' Wild World Inspired This Genre-Busting Cover — And It's A Classic
A serendipitous listen to a demo of Cat Stevens' "Wild World" by a talented artist led to the song switching tracks to a new genre, and what a cover it was.
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5 Hit Songs That Prove 1993 Was The Decade's Greatest Year For Women In Rock
Women in rock like Melissa Etheridge, PJ Harvey, and the Cranberries released authentic, personal music in 1993 that proved it was the best of the decade.
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5 High-Energy Hits That Aren't September That Get Every Boomer Out On The Dance Floor
An irresistible disco-era beat and catchy, memorable lyrics will get boomers gyrating at a party, and Earth, Wind & Fire has plenty of help from these artists.
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5 Classic Rock Songs From 1984 That Prove It Was The Decade's Best Summer For Music
In 1984 songs like "Dancing in the Dark," "Jump," and "When Doves Cry," were big mid-year hits, making it one of the decade's best summers for music.
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Cat Stevens' Best-Charting Single In 1972 Was Originally Just 40 Seconds Long
Cat Stevens had to bring in legendary prog-rock keyboardist Rick Wakeman of the band Yes to help him stretch the song into a viable single.
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Billy Idol's Only No. 1 Hit Turned This 1968 Toe-Tapper Into A Rock Anthem
In 1987, British pop-punk icon Billy Idol scored his first (and only) U.S. chart-topper with an energetic cover of a 1960s party-rock classic.
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Bob Dylan's Biographer Says The Icon Crowned This 1966 Epic Song His Best
Bob Dylan is known as a private person, and while his favorite from his vast catalog may be a surprise, his biographer found out the deeply personal reason why.
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The Biggest No. 1 Hits Of 1970, Ranked
In 1970, 21 songs made the Billboard Hot 100, including four from the Jackson 5 and two from the Beatles. Here's a list of the the 10 best hits.
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5 Rock Songs From 1954 That Sound Even Cooler Today
In 1954, rock 'n' roll was in its infancy, but songs like "That's All Right," "Work With Me, Annie," and "Shake, Rattle, and Roll" sound even cooler today.
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5 Love Songs From 1970 That Sound Even Sweeter Today
These songs from Stevie Wonder, George Harrison, and more have lost absolutely none of their appeal in the 50-plus years since their release.
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Musicians Who Wrote More No. 1 Hits Than They Ever Scored Themselves
From prolific behind-the-scenes songwriting duos to a folk-rock legend, writing No. 1 hits proved more lucrative for these artists than performing them.
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Guitar Legends Who Didn't Start Out On The Instrument That Made Them Famous
Guitar legends like Eddie Van Halen and Prince learned piano before picking up guitars, and these other guitar luminaries started out on other instruments too.
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These Classic Rock Songs Were Banned From Radio — Yet Still Became No. 1 Hits
Censorship is nothing new, but it doesn't always have the desired effect. These classic rock songs went to No. 1 despite being banned from radio.
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When These Famous Parent-Child Duos Came Together For Music, The Results Were Pure Magic
Whether it's a virtuoso guitar instrumental or a duet with an ailing legend, the bond between these musician parents and children shone in their collaborations.
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5 Flop Disco Songs That Have Earned Respect From Younger Generations
Largely thanks to sampling and soundtracks, these initially unsuccessful disco tracks have found new life with younger listeners.
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5 Bob Dylan Songs We'd Trade The World To Hear Again For The First Time
We'd love to recapture the magic of hearing Dylan classics like "Knockin' on Heaven's Door" and "Like a Rolling Stone" for the very first time.
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Classic Rock Artists Who Scored Their First No. 1 Hit After Turning 40
Big acts like Meat Loaf, Aerosmith, and these others had hits early in their careers, but never saw the No. 1 spot on Billboard until after they were 40.
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5 Flop Folk Rock Songs That Have Earned Respect From Younger Generations
Folk rock broke out in the 1960s, and some songs slipped under the radar, taking years to become popular thanks to younger generations.
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The 5 Best John Denver Songs That Aren't Take Me Home, Country Roads
Among all of John Denver's music, "Take Me Home, Country Roads" became his signature tune that he'll be forever tied to — but he has other great tunes.
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10 Strange But True Stories From 1970s Rock
The rock scene in the 1970s was hedonistic on its quiet days, but from snake auditions to intercepted coffins, it sometimes got unbelievably outlandish.
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