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  • Linda Ronstadt at the microphone

    5 Hit Songs That Prove 1977 Was The Decade's Greatest Year For Women In Rock

    Women in rock had a pivotal year in 1977, with artists like Heart, Fleetwood Mac, and Linda Ronstadt singing powerhouse songs that dominated the charts.

    By Steven Luna Read More
  • Kurt Cobain on stage staring

    5 Rock Songs That Took These Movie Trailers To A Whole New Level

    The song or piece of orchestration underneath a trailer's action sets its tone, establishes its pace, and has the power to elevate the clip to instant virality.

    By Chris Condry Read More
  • Def Leppard posing for photo

    5 Songs From 1983 That Define Rock History

    1983 was a pivotal year in rock history, with songs from the Police, Def Leppard, Michael Jackson, and more setting the stage for new trends and subgenres.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • The Beatles playing live on satellite.

    5 Classic Rock Podcasts Even Tech-Averse Boomers Will Appreciate

    There are millions of podcasts out there, and while younger generations are bigger consumers of this type of media, older folks are now tuning in.

    By Andrew Amelinckx Read More
  • Sade performing live on stage in 80s

    5 Flop Love Songs From The '80s That Have Earned Respect From Younger Generations

    The 1980s were awash with love songs, but some fell by the wayside until younger cohorts discovered them through social media, streaming, or popular TV shows.

    By Andrew Dirst Read More
  • The Eagles' Don Felder and Joe Walsh playing on stage in 1977

    Tours That Destroyed Iconic Rock Bands

    There have been tours that were responsible for the destruction of many groups, whether it be due to the internal tensions boiling over or a real-life tragedy.

    By Sergio Pereira Read More
  • Queen's Freddie Mercury singing on stage in 1986

    5 Songs From 1984 That Define Rock History

    Twisted Sister, Scorpions, Billy Idol, Foreigner, and Queen all released songs in 1984 that helped define rock history for different reasons. Here's how.

    By Sergio Pereira Read More
  • Les Claypool playing bass on stage

    5 Rock Songs From 1991 That Sound Even Cooler Today

    In 1991, songs like "Black" and "Jerry Was a Race Car Driver" were great, but over time, those songs and these others have become even cooler.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Joni Mitchell playing guitar on stage

    5 Songs That Best Capture The Poetic Soul Of Folk Rock

    One of the most distinguishing things about folk rock is its lyrical poetry. Here's a look at five songs that perfectly captured the soul of the genre.

    By Richard Milner Read More
  • Publicity shot for Goodfellas, 1990

    5 Times Rock Songs Made Movie Scenes Drop-Dead Electrifying

    The best soundtracks can make movies even more unforgettable. These are some of the most iconic rock songs that take movie scenes to a new height.

    By S. Flannagan Read More
  • pop band The Bangles

    The Best Slow Songs Of The '80s Are Beyond Dreamy

    These great '80s love songs by artists like the Bangles, Spandeau Ballet, and Prince have dreamy qualities that made them some of the best of the decade.

    By Steven Luna Read More
  • Little Richard playing piano with band, 1956

    5 Rock Songs From The '50s That Were Ahead Of Their Time

    Rock 'n' roll as we know it was born in the '50s, but even in those trailblazing times, musicians such as Chuck Berry and Janis Martin were charting new waters.

    By Sarah Crocker Read More
  • Elvis Presley performs in concert, circa l977

    1977 Changed Rock Forever — Elvis's Death Was Only One Part

    1977 was a pivotal year for rock in many ways, from the death of Elvis and other bands' ends, to the rise of new iconic albums and influential bands.

    By Sarah Crocker Read More
  • Poison on stage performing intensely

    5 No. 1 Hits That Prove 1989 Was The Decade's Best Year For Power Ballads

    The 1980s were never going to go out quietly, and from Bad English to Sheriff, 1989 went peak power ballad to see that decadent decade into the 1990s.

    By Amy Beeman Read More
  • Sade performs in 1993

    5 Flop Love Songs From The '90s That Have Earned Respect From Younger Generations

    Though artists like Sade and Lauren Hill had hit love songs in the '90s, they also had some flops, and now, younger generations are claiming them.

    By Andrew Dirst Read More
  • Bruce Springsteen in '80s singing onstage with eyes closed

    Rock Legends With Zero No. 1 Hits

    During rock's zenith of cultural and commercial importance in the latter third of the 20th century, some legends failed to gain a No. 1 hit.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Jim Morrison singing outside in leather jacket

    5 Classic Love Songs That Were Once Banned From The Radio

    Radio stations once acted like moral gatekeepers, and kept now-classic racy love songs from musicians such as the Rolling Stones from our delicate ears.

    By Andrew Dirst Read More
  • Johnny and the Hurricanes posing with instruments

    5 Rock Songs From 1959 That Sound Even Cooler Today

    Thanks to a heady mix of nostalgia and long-lasting innovation, these rock 'n' roll tunes from 1959 sound remarkably fresh and recognizable to modern listeners.

    By S. Flannagan Read More
  • Neil Diamond performing with mic in hand

    5 Little-Known Facts About Neil Diamond's Connection To Elvis Presley

    Neil Diamond and Elvis Presley enjoyed and respected each other's music, and their proverbial paths sometimes crossed outside of any music industry obligation.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • jethro tull fluting along in the Netherlands in 1981

    5 Rock Musicians Who Tried '70s Disco — With Mixed Results

    Disco was so hot in the 1970s that even rock stars emulated it — with mixed results. Here's our take on Rod Stewart, Blondie, and others' attempts at disco.

    By Chris Turner-Neal Read More
  • sammy hagar, still rocking in 2025

    5 Rock Songs Every Gen Xer's Road Trip Playlist Needs

    Gen Xers invented the mixtape, so road trip playlists are still a priority. They should include rock songs by No Doubt, STP, Sammy Hagar, and these others.

    By Chris Turner-Neal Read More
  • Robert Plant and Jimmy Page laughing wearing medals

    5 Friendships In Rock 'N' Roll History That Stood The Test Of Time

    In some rare cases, musicians have managed to ascend to the pantheon of rock music greats and stay there — and some have even stayed friends.

    By S. Flannagan Read More
  • Neil Diamond closeup

    5 Neil Diamond Songs That Prove 1970 Was The Best Year Of His Career

    In 1970, Neil Diamond climbed the charts with new hits ("Cracklin' Rosie"), re-releases ("Solitary Man"), and covers ("He Ain't Heavy ... He's My Brother").

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Joan Jett holding a microphone

    5 Classic Rock Songs Every Divorced Boomer's Playlist Needs

    For any boomers dealing with divorce, the change can come with some major silver linings, and one of the best is total control of the music you play.

    By Chris Condry Read More
  • members of The Hues Corporation

    5 One-Hit Wonder Love Songs From The '70s We're Still Head Over Heels For

    One-hit wonders gave us such '70s love songs as "Magnet and Steel," "Rock the Boat," and "Fooled Around and Fell In Love." We're still here for all of it.

    By Steven Luna Read More
  • Alice and Sheryl Cooper smiling on the red carpet at a charity event in 2023

    The Longest Marriages In Rock 'N' Roll History Smash Every Stereotype

    Amazingly, some rock stars have historically long marriages, even with the pressures of endless touring, career ups and downs, and the myriad of temptations.

    By Kathy Benjamin Read More
  • Barry Manilow on stage pointing into the audience

    The 5 Best Barry Manilow Songs That Aren't Mandy

    Barry Manilow's output is extensive, and we think five of his best songs that aren't "Mandy" include "Copacabana," "Looks Like We Made It," and these others.

    By Andrew Amelinckx Read More
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