Quote Of The Day By Steven Tyler: 'It's An Honor That I Get To Be ...'
When Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler sat for a chat with Oprah Winfrey, he admitted having a big ego, but recognized that luck played a key role in his success.
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The Best Classic Rock For Your Early Morning Coffee
Looking to kick off your day with some super laid-back vibes? Try this playlist of mellow classic rock that's perfect for sipping over fresh coffee.
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The 5 Best One-Album Supergroups Of All Time
These five supergroups released just one album each. Still, their all-star lineups and unforgettable music left a lasting mark on rock history.
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While the underlying technology of record players remains constant, skipping some features will frustrate modern users or diminish the listening experience.
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56 Years Ago Today, Rock Lost A Guitar Legend So Good Eric Clapton Couldn't Believe What He Was Hearing
In the '60s, Eric Clapton was regarded as a guitar god, but on one fateful day a future guitar legend upstaged him, who would only shine for another four years.
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The 5 Most Romantic Soft Rock Solos Of All Time
Some of the most romantic soft rock solos of all time can be heard in these songs by Michael Bolton, Lionel Richie, Phil Collins, Paul McCartney, and Journey.
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This Mariah Carey song held the Billboard Hot 100 top spot for 8 weeks in 1993. The track, based on a fantasy, was built on a sample from the Emotions.
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Quote Of The Day By Townes Van Zandt: 'There Have Been Songs I Didn't Write Because ...'
Townes Van Zandt was the living embodiment of outlaw country music, yet his self-awareness stayed his hand when writing songs that could influence others.
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5 Guitar Solos Every '70s Fan Will Go Wild For
These five unforgettable guitar solos capture the power and spirit of ’70s rock. Crank up the volume and let's revisit the decade’s greatest licks.
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The Top 5 Folk Rock Hits That Took Over 1967
In 1967, folk rock hits by the Mamas and the Papas, Buffalo Springfield, the Cowsills, Scott McKenzie, and Bobbie Genry took over the airwaves.
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Tom Waits May Have Written It, But Springsteen's Classic Cover Reigns Supreme
Thanks to live covers, this 1980 Tom Waits song has become so associated with Bruce Springsteen that it's often mistaken for a Springsteen original.
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This 1991 R&B No. 1, Produced By The Group's Talent Show Director, Topped The Charts 35 Years Ago Today
It pays to keep old friendships alive, as an Oklahoma group found out when they brought this future No. 1 hit to their former high school music director.
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Quote Of The Day By Slash: 'I Just Locked Onto This Guitar And ...'
These days, Slash is known as the global rock-star guitarist of Guns N' Roses, but once upon a time, he was just a teenager holding a guitar and a dream.
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The 5 Best Journey Songs That Aren't Don't Stop Believin'
Journey has far more to offer than “Don’t Stop Believin.’” Take a look at five of the band’s best songs, from soaring ballads to overlooked rock gems.
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The 5 Best Soft Rock Solos Of The '90s
We've compiled a list of the five best solos from rock songs in the '90s. See if you remember these songs by Sting, Sarah McLachlan, and others.
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5 Rock Legends Who Composed Music For Classic Video Games
Art-rockers Devo and Queen's Brian May are just a couple of the legendary rock acts who contributed their talents to classic video games.
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Tommy James May Have Penned It, But Joan Jett's Classic Cover Is The One We All Know
Joan Jett owes some of her success to the original writers of her biggest hits, including Tommy James. He penned this classic with his band, the Shondells.
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5 Songs By The Kinks That Prove 1966 Was The Best Year Of Their Career
In 1966, the Kinks released several songs that were not only catchy, but also included social commentary. That combination made 1966 the best of their career.
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The 5 Longest Albums In Rock History Are Worth Taking The Time To Hear
Some artists, including the Clash and Smashing Pumpkins, say go big or go home. Here's why their epically long albums and these others are worth a listen.
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This Harmonious 1990 Pop No. 1, Wilson Phillips' Second Smash Of The Year, Hit The Top 36 Years Ago Today
Wilson Phillips were known for their harmonies and their pop sensibilities, and they had their second No. 1 hit 36 years ago with this smash song.
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Quote Of The Day By Elton John: 'I Wasn't A Heartthrob ...'
From the '70s, as Elton John surged into a decades-long career, his on-stage presentation became increasingly flamboyant, which he later admitted was overdone.
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The Best Rock Hits That Still Get Gen X On The Dance Floor
These classic rock hits still get Gen X moving. We're revisiting the unforgettable songs and irresistible riffs that still bring everyone to the dance floor.
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The 5 Best Talking Heads Songs That Aren't Once In A Lifetime
We're going beyond “Once in a Lifetime” with five of Talking Heads’ best songs. Let's revisit their greatest love songs and dance-floor classics.
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5 Debut Albums That Changed Rock History, Ranked
These debut albums by the Ramones, the Strokes, the Jimi Hendrix Experience, Black Sabbath, and the Velvet Underground changed the trajectory of rock.
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The Best Laid-Back Classic Rock For Your Dinner Party Playlist
Made for laid-back vibes and easy listening, these timeless classic rock tracks will bring just the right energy to your dinner party playlist.
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5 Classic Hit Love Songs That Were Way Bigger Outside The US
While you've likely heard of the timeless love songs on this list, they found even more success on the charts of countries other than the United States.
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The Top 10 Hits That Took Over Summer 1960
The summer of 1960 was ruled by lovestruck ballads from Roy Orbison, the Everly Brothers, and Connie Francis; novelty songs; and, of course, Elvis Presley.
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Classic Covers The Original Artists Admitted Were Better Than Theirs
Artists as big as Dolly Parton, Tom Petty, Paul McCartney, and Bob Dylan admitted that these covers of their songs were even better than the originals.
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This Heartfelt 1989 Ballad No. 1, Which Also Soared In Spanish, Reached The Top 37 Years Ago Today
By the end of the '80s, Gloria Estefan had found success on the Hot 100 and Latin charts, but with this song of enduring love and devotion, she topped both.
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