A Look At Simon Le Bon's Yacht Incident
A month after Live Aid, the group's main vocalist would come close to death -- not from the usual rock star excesses of drink or drugs, but from salt water.
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This Is How Genesis Got Its Name
Genesis was formed in 1967 by the remnants of two bands from Charterhouse School. Here's the story of how they got their now-familiar band name.
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This Is Who Hall And Oates' Rich Girl Is Really About
The subject of Hall and Oates' first number one hit may seem pretty straightforward at first, but this is who "Rich Girl" is really about.
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This Little-Known Arnold Schwarzenegger Movie Just Landed On Netflix
He's from Austria, and he got his start moving heavy stuff around.
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Movies You Need To See Before You Die
These films are required viewing because of what they teach us about love, hope, despair, faith, family, and even ourselves.
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Led Zeppelin Wins Big In 'Stairway To Heaven' Case
In a legal battle that dragged on for years, Led Zeppelin was accused of plagiarism for the song "Stairway to Heaven." But they came out on top in the end.
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The Surprising Amount Of Time It Took For Bryan Adams To Write His Biggest Hit
Bryan Adams is a true musical icon. Songs like the seemingly-double-entendre-heavy "Summer Of '69" continue to be played and enjoyed (or overplayed and hated).
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The Real Reason Chicago Didn't Play At Woodstock
Not every musical act that was big in the summer of 1969 performed at Woodstock, or was even invited. The Rolling Stones skipped out, as did Joni Mitchell.
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Here's How Much Simon Le Bon Is Really Worth
Le Bon auditioned for Duran Duran wearing a white evening jacket and his favorite pink leopard-print jeans, with a notebook full of his poetry under his arm.
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The Strange Death Of Charlie Parker
While heroin use affected fellow mid-century jazz greats such as John Coltrane, Parker's use of the drug was especially fervent and especially destructive.
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The Untold Truth Of Roger Taylor
Born in 1949 in Norfolk, England, Roger Taylor is best known for being the drummer and songwriter of the English rock band Queen.
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A Look At Neil Young And David Crosby's Feud
Neil Young and David Crosby have had a bitter feud since 2014. Here's what we know about the two veteran musicians' long-running beef.
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The Dark Truth About Cave Diving
Whether it's for sport or research reasons, cave diving is an extremely dangerous activity. This is the dark truth about cave diving.
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Fans Think This Iconic Rocker Should Never Have Left Their Band
For fans, band break-ups and members going solo can be akin to watching close friends get a divorce. But which bands' former members made a mistake going solo?
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The Most Underrated 70s Rock Song, According To 25% Of People
Classic rock radio is awash in hits but just because a song's in rotation doesn't mean it's gotten its due. These are the most underrated classic rock songs.
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The Sad Truth About Charlie Parker's Childhood
Charlie Parker's environment had an impact on him in destructive ways -- but it also arguably made way for the disruptive jazz for which he would become known.
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How This Sharon Tate Film Led To A Stuntman's Death
Sharon Tate was an up-and-coming actress in 1966 when filming "Don't Make Waves," a "sex comedy" romp with an easygoing vibe on set until a horrible tragedy.
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The Strange Underwear Requirement Baseball Umpires Have To Follow
Baseball games always take place under the watchful eye of another mainstay of the sport: the officiating umpire, the game's equivalent of a referee.
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The Guinness World Record Jackie Chan Holds
From film stunts to his singing career and martial arts talents, Jackie Chan could break records in any field he wants to — so how many records does he hold?
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The Richest Hip-Hop Stars In The World
Hip-hop has earned some individuals wealth they would have never dreamed of. Here are The richest hip-hop stars in the world.
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The Least Popular Member Of The Beatles Might Surprise You
Looper polled readers and one in three respondents whose the same person as their least favorite member of the legendary rock band.
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40% Of People Think This Band Desperately Needs A Reunion Tour
Grunge surveyed nearly 600 readers to ask which bad they think needs to get back together to do one more tour.
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Grace Kelly's Marriage Was More Complicated Than You Thought
Grace Kelly became the Princess of Monaco, but was married life truly that luxurious? Here's why Grace Kelly's marriage was more complicated than you thought.
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A Look At Ponce De Leon's Feud With Christopher Columbus' Son
After his death, Christopher Columbus' son Diego took over and started to make trouble for Ponce de León. Here's the story of their feud.
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A Look At Bob Marley's Complex Relationship With His Wife
The late reggae musician Bob Marley's relationship with his wife Rita started off traditional, and the pair stayed committed despite the music and fame.
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The Tragic Death Of Karl Wallenda
Patriarch of the Flying Wallendas, Karl Wallenda, began the high-wire troupe as a teen in the 1920s and led them for more than five decades until a disaster.
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The Surprising Places Marlon Brando's Ashes Are Scattered
Actor Marlon Brando managed to secure a somewhat dignified fate in death, having his ashes scattered in more remote locations. Mostly.
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