Paul Simon was in a relationship with actress Carrie Fisher for 12 years. This song was written after they married, but even then, it was complicated.
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Songs written for movies like "Karate Kid 2," "American Gigalo," and "Robin Hood" were so successful that they climbed to the top of the Billboard charts.
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Bruce Springsteen is one of America's most fervent champions who doesn't shy away from his ideals. This quote speaks to the struggle of maintaining idealism.
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From Toto and Journey to Peter Frampton and Al Stewart, these unforgettable soft rock solos prove mellow songs can deliver electrifying musicianship.
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Bono's experience growing up in Ireland helped shape his worldview. He once said he'd like to be born again on a daily basis. Here's what the U2 frontman meant.
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A vinyl record is typically housed inside two containers, the inner sleeve and the outer sleeve, and you might be wondering the best material for each.
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Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age and several other bands has faced many ups and downs in his life, so his quote of the day comes from experience.
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Even the freshest of beginners will notice the improvements of versatility, convenience, and overall quality of life that these guitar essentials offer.
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So, you've decided to learn the bass guitar? Our two beginner picks come with different sounds to suit most genres, but building those calluses is all on you.
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It all started in the 1960s, when Coca-Cola started a worldwide campaign titled "Things Go Better with Coke" and enlisted the help of the Bee Gees.
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Marriage works for many, but love doesn't need a license to exist, and some rock 'n' rollers have proven that with their long-term relationships.
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Whether you plump for a modern solid-state or vintage tube guitar amp, its lifespan can vary based on build quality, maintenance, and even your play style.
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Musicians are artists, so sometimes they experiment with their sound. In these cases, solo musicians like Neil Young, Sting, and Stevie Wonder lost the plot.
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Rock star life is cool and all, but musicians like Peter Gabriel and Korn's Brian Welch left their successful bands to spend more time with their families.
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The temperature and humidity levels of the space where your guitar is kept affect its longevity. A case can help protect it during sudden temperature changes.
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The "forbidden chord," popular in heavy metal, is full of dissonance and creates a sense of doom or unease. Here's a look at the ominous chord.
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Whether you're a gig-hopping pro or an occasional player, knowing your bass guitar strings will help determine how long to go before buying a new set.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got married at Madison Square Garden on July 3, 2026, and Paul McCartney played a No. 1 smash you've probably heard.
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In this overview, we explain the considerations beginning guitarists should take when choosing an acoustic instrument. Here's our recommendation.
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The better you treat it, the longer it'll last and the better condition it'll be in, just like your body, your marriage, and your laptop.
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If you were inspired in the 1960s to learn guitar thanks to the rock 'n' roll of the era, you may remember this iconic Japanese guitar brand.
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Some guitarists pluck through songs with their fingers or hybrid pick, but really, the pick is your loyal friend — provided you've got the right thickness.
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If you're new to the guitar but want to play some fun rock songs, look no further. Here are 10 easy songs from Nirvana, U2, Weezer, Green Day, and more.
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To become a good guitar player, obviously, you need plenty of practice. Here's a look at what the 10,000 hour rule is and how it could apply to guitar.
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If you are a beginner at guitar, you may wonder whether acoustic or electric is better to learn on. Taking all things into account, here's what we recommend.
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Clive Davis spent decades signing now-legendary artists to his music labels. From Patti Smith to Aerosmith, here are some others he gave record deals to.
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Think of your vinyls like precious little children. And if you're a serious collector, then you know that vinyl records can warp if they get too hot.
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