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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This 1986 Song Gave Barry Gibb The Most Joy To Write
Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees wrote a song in 1986 that brought him a lot of joy, but it was kept on ice for decades. Here's what happened with the track.
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The 4 Best One-Hit Wonders Of Bubblegum Pop Music
Bubblegum pop perfectly captured the sunny sound of the late ’60s and early ’70s. These four one-hit wonders still hold up so many decades later.
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5 Best Duets Of The Golden Oldies
These hits from such duos as Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood and Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong are the very best of the golden oldies era.
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The 4 Best Folk Rock Supergroups Of The '60s
Some of the best folk rock supergroups of the '60s gave us songs that still grace the airwaves today, including Crosby, Stills & Nash and Blind Faith.
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In July 1965, On Venice Beach, One Encounter Changed The Doors Forever
In July 1965, two former college classmates ran into each other on Venice Beach. And thanks to that chance meeting, the band the Doors was born.
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This 1982 No. 1 Duet Brought Together Two Music Legends From Different Worlds
Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder famously joined forces on this No. 1 duet in 1982, though its message of racial harmony drew some criticism.
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The Best '60s Girl-Group Hits That Still Put Boomers In A Great Mood
These ’60s girl groups lit up the charts with songs that still put boomers in a great mood. Let's revisit some sweet melodies that make it hard not to smile.
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The Greatest Self-Taught Drummers In Rock History
These rock drummers are not only legendary for their contributions to the genre, but for more or less learning how to play the instrument on their own.
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1979 No. 1, Featured In A Credit Card Commercial Years Later, Topped The Charts 47 Years Ago Today
One of Michael Jackson's first big hits reached No. 1 47 years ago in 1979. In 2018, the dance-floor favorite was repurposed for a Capital One commercial.
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Quote Of The Day By Marvin Gaye: 'I Think I've Got A Real Love Thing ...'
In 1971, after the release of "What's Going On," Marvin Gaye said in an interview, "... I've got a real love thing going on." Here's what he meant by that.
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The Best '80s Supergroup Songs That Still Go Hard Today
The supergroup may seem like an increasingly rare species of artist these days, but the '80s were something of a golden age for them, as these songs show.
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5 Concert Venues Immortalized By Classic Live Albums
Some albums were so unforgettable and iconic that they turned the venues where they were recorded into landmarks of music history. Here are five worth knowing.
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The Mega Star Who Left Motown After 2 Decades Of Hits
With more than 50 hits over two decades with Motown, Marvin Gaye finally left the label in the early 80s. Here's what caused the rift and what he did after.
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