Tragic Details About The Pogues
The Pogues' sound captures a lot of the sad experiences that its musicians endured. Here's a look into the most tragic moments in the history of The Pogues.
Read MoreThe Pogues' sound captures a lot of the sad experiences that its musicians endured. Here's a look into the most tragic moments in the history of The Pogues.
Read MoreDaryl Hall and John Oates' songs topped the charts in the '70s and '80s and they have remained a beloved musical duo - but their relationship is complicated.
Read MoreElvis Presley was gifted a Bible from his aunt and uncle the year he moved into Graceland and used it often until his death. Here's what happened to it.
Read MoreJames Taylor remains one of music's most indelible singer-songwriters. In addition to his many recognizable hits, his underappreciated tunes deserve a listen.
Read MoreThe Pogues' Shane MacGowan had a complicated relationship with singer-songwriter Sinead O'Connor. Here's why she once reported him to the police.
Read MoreShane MacGowan, frontman for Irish punk band The Pogues, died on November 30, 2023. His wife Victoria Mary Clarke had been with him since the 1980s.
Read MoreThe Pogues' hit Christmas song "Fairytale of New York" was released back in 1988. Here's the story behind the recording of the timeless classic.
Read MoreCountry music icon Dolly Parton's impressive manicures are for more than just looks. She used her acrylic nails to help write one of her most successful songs.
Read MoreWhat's the real meaning behind Green Day's "American Idiot"? Here's how the punk rock group came up with the lyrics to the popular 2004 song.
Read MoreElvis Presley was known for his love of Christmas, and those close to him knew this very well. Here's what the holiday was like at his home.
Read MoreSinger Betsy Cline was married to Linotype operator Charlie Dick for six years until she died in 1963. Here's the story of their complicated relationship.
Read MoreNine Inch Nails' debut album "Pretty Hate Machine" helped throw Trent Reznor into the spotlight. Here's the history behind the song "Head Like a Hole."
Read MoreHank Williams married twice in his life, and his first marriage was to Audrey Mae Sheppard. Here's how their marriage began in 1944 and how it ended in 1952.
Read MorePhil Collins is a weirdly polarizing musician. But is he just as vilified by collaborators and band members as he is by the public? Yup, it's just as divisive.
Read MoreRadiohead's "Creep" was based on a real girl that Thom Yorke had a crush on, though he never actually met her. Here's how how it became a hit.
Read MoreGhost has made quite the mark on the music scene since their first album, "Opus Eponymous." Here's how they came up with their hit song "Dance Macabre."
Read MoreConductor and composer Leonard Bernstein and Felicia Montealegre had three children: Nina Maria Felicia Bernstein, Alexander Bernstein, and Jamie Berstein.
Read MoreSeveral albums released in 1974 have proven to be true classics, works that withstood the test of time and continue to reach new listeners some 50 years later.
Read MoreEnya has become a byword for haunting, evocative music. But, despite her massive success, Enya is notoriously private, and there's much more behind the voice.
Read MoreSinger Michael Jackson died on June 25, 2009. But there are conflicting reports around his final meal and last hours alive. Here's what we know.
Read MoreThe Clash's longest lead singer, main songwriter, and guitarist, Joe Strummer had a lot of influence on the band's music. Here's a look at his tragic story.
Read MoreDolly Parton is one of 12 siblings, but her baby brother Larry tragically died just days after his birth when the country icon was 9 years old.
Read MoreFelicia Montealegre and Leonard Bernstein seemed like a perfect match, but as their relationship unfolded over the decades it was tumultuous and complicated.
Read MoreWhen Bob Marley died in 1981, he left behind a band of remarkably talented reggae legends known as the Wailers. Here's what happened to them.
Read MoreBeyond leaving behind his fortune to specific individuals, Leonard Bernstein also made sure his estate and legacy would help further art and music education.
Read MoreIn 1992 Queen Latifah's brother died tragically in a motorcycle crash while riding the Kawasaki she had given him as a birthday gift for his 23rd birthday.
Read MoreLegendary singer-songwriter David Bowie had a very complicated relationship with his first wife, Angie. Here's the full story behind their unique bond.
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