It's incredibly rare that a band goes from their garage to the top of the charts, but this unique group hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with this bop.
Read MoreDolly Parton was infinitely quotable, but in our quote of the day, her message truly speaks to the kind of person she was and how she wanted to be remembered.
Read MorePsychedelic rock albums often come with mind-bending covers, and the artwork for these records is almost as unforgettable as the music itself.
Read MoreSometimes the most influential bands of a burgeoning genre wind up forgotten, which is just what happened to these trailblazers in power pop.
Read More1960 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.
Read MoreThese 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.
Read MoreThe 1970s was a revolutionary time for keyboard instruments, and a lot of musicians took advantage and showed off their considerable skills in solos.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThis 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.
Read MoreThese 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.
Read MorePunk 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.
Read MoreAlthough 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreArt 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.
Read MoreWhether they were already mainstays or newcomers when they did it, these rock acts all gave us two consecutive albums that were each absolute perfection.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreLearning a new instrument is a difficult task, so make it fun by learning easy, enjoyable songs. These 10 folk songs are great options.
Read MoreThere'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.
Read MoreThe '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.
Read MoreFrom 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.
Read MoreSupergroups seem to have all the necessary ingredients for success, but sometimes they peak and flame out even faster than a typical pop band.
Read MoreAfter leaving James Brown's backing band, this legendary bass player helped shape the sound of George Clinton's genre-defining P-Funk collective.
Read MoreIt's important for musicians to make the right first impression, and these famous and successful debut albums surprisingly weren't written by the artists.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreDavid Bowie was never one to shy away from questioning himself and the world around him through art, including his ever-evolving thoughts on spirituality.
Read MoreThe 1960s were a vibrant time in music history, and cutting through all the rock and psychedelia were astounding female singers such as Aretha Franklin.
Read MoreBest 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.
Read MoreIn 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.
Read MoreAfter rapturous concert receptions, Jimmy Gilmer and the Fireballs released a song that eventually topped the charts in 1963 and later became a novelty cover.
Read MoreOne 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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