In 2011, Mick Jagger released an experimental album with artists from various genres. SuperHeavy was nothing like the Rolling Stones, but it was a cool project.
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Read MoreThese No. 1 rock hits defied radio conventions. They proved that longer songs could still dominate the charts and become beloved radio classics.
Read MoreCountry legend Dolly Parton also embraced rock music, and after her death, tributes poured forth from icons of the rock 'n' roll community such as Mick Jagger.
Read MoreWhile the late actor Tim Curry is arguably best known for his role in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," he also had a minor hit song in 1979.
Read MoreThis music icon is largely responsible for the richly textured harmonies and heartfelt vocals that characterize Phil Collins' "Another Day in Paradise".
Read MoreDolly Parton was an undeniable icon who had a long and prolific career, recording many songs that became bigger than country music.
Read MoreThe summer of 1967 was a historic one, marked by social unrest and a rising counterculture movement. Here are the hits that soundtracked those landmark months.
Read MoreOut of the many rock songs that are centered around eclipses, here are the ones everyone should listen to if they're interested in the cultural phenomenon.
Read MoreIn August 1964, the Supremes shot to stardom with a breakout song that beautifully expresses the feelings of those left brokenhearted by someone they love.
Read MoreFrom humble roots in rural Tennessee, Dolly Parton rose to become a country music legend and household name, and she never let a bad joke get her down.
Read MoreWith solo albums as recent as 2023, Dolly Parton has a catalog going back more than 50 years, but one year in particular stands out as her career peak.
Read MoreAs the Beatles' stature and influence grew throughout the '60s, Paul McCartney's songwriting services were sought out by rising folk rock stars from the U.K.
Read MoreDays before her death, music legend Dolly Parton posted a video one of her biggest hits of all time on Instagram and celebrated its anniversary.
Read MoreWe're going to highlight a legitimately overlooked branch of music that lived, breathed, and oozed cool — a fusion of funk, jazz, post-hardcore, and more.
Read MoreDolly Parton was thrilled when Elvis Presley asked to cover her 1974 hit "I Will Always Love You," but a late-night call and her savviness scuppered the deal.
Read MoreBass solos are a rare treat, and these five from John Entwistle, Chris Squire, Jaco Pastorius, Bootsy Collins, and Geddy Lee need to be heard by '70s diehards.
Read MoreFor most people, breakups are a fact of life. So if you're getting cold feet, enduring a split, or in need of some healing vibes, Dolly Parton's got your back.
Read MoreThe microphone fell silent for one of the world's most universally beloved musicians and all-around, authentically down-to-earth people — Dolly Parton.
Read MoreWhen established rock artists have mentored emerging musicians, those relationships have meant a lot to both parties. These were some of the greatest mentors.
Read MoreThe 1970's was a good decade for supergroups, with acts like Crosby, Still, Nash & Young and Derek and the Dominos releasing songs that are even cooler today.
Read MoreSongwriters and musicians saw something so special in your favorite cinematic works that they adapted and interpreted them into short pop songs.
Read MoreWith an upbeat melody and classic doo-wop vocal harmonies, this '60s hit masks lyrics that speak of someone who's eagerly looking forward to some payback.
Read MoreTom Jones made a living out of doing what he loved, but he says he's grateful for his "real world experience" prior to his dreams coming true.
Read MoreDavid Bowie left behind nearly 30 studio albums, not to mention assorted rarities and special editions. Here are the cornerstones of any Bowie vinyl collection.
Read MorePicking five John Bonham drum solos is trickier than it sounds because it is largely the same piece ("Moby Dick") performed time and time again.
Read MoreCountry star Emmylou Harris broke out in 1975 with a series of acclaimed covers, including one duet that was originally written by the Louvin Brothers.
Read MoreIf any drummer could improvise his way out of a momentary rut, it was Neil Peart, which is exactly what he did in a solo from one of Rush's best-known songs.
Read MoreTo truly understand the history of classic rock, you've got to learn about some of the key guitarists who shaped everything else that came after.
Read MoreIn the spring of 1966, Paul McCartney and William S. Burroughs sat together chatting at a luxury apartment in London. Here's the story of their relationship.
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