Phil Collins' 1989 No. 1 Hit Features A Rock Legend You Probably Never Noticed
This music icon is largely responsible for the richly textured harmonies and heartfelt vocals that characterize Phil Collins' "Another Day in Paradise".
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In 2022, Dolly Parton Tried To Refuse This Rock Music Honor — But She Was Told No
Dolly Parton was an undeniable icon who had a long and prolific career, recording many songs that became bigger than country music.
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The Top 10 Hits That Took Over Summer 1967
The summer of 1967 was a historic one, marked by social unrest and a rising counterculture movement. Here are the hits that soundtracked those landmark months.
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The 5 Best Rock Songs With Eclipse In The Title
Out of the many rock songs that are centered around eclipses, here are the ones everyone should listen to if they're interested in the cultural phenomenon.
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The No. 1 Song On August 26, 1964 Sounds Even More Bittersweet Today
In August 1964, the Supremes shot to stardom with a breakout song that beautifully expresses the feelings of those left brokenhearted by someone they love.
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Quote Of The Day By Dolly Parton: 'I'm Not Offended By All The Dumb Blonde Jokes Because ...'
From humble roots in rural Tennessee, Dolly Parton rose to become a country music legend and household name, and she never let a bad joke get her down.
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4 Songs By Dolly Parton That Prove 1983 Was The Best Year Of Her Career
With solo albums as recent as 2023, Dolly Parton has a catalog going back more than 50 years, but one year in particular stands out as her career peak.
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3 Folk Rock Songs You Didn't Know Paul McCartney Wrote
As the Beatles' stature and influence grew throughout the '60s, Paul McCartney's songwriting services were sought out by rising folk rock stars from the U.K.
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Dolly Parton's Final Instagram Post Is A Heartbreaking Nod To Her No. 1 Song From 1983
Days before her death, music legend Dolly Parton posted a video one of her biggest hits of all time on Instagram and celebrated its anniversary.
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5 Deep Cuts That Prove This Overlooked Genre Is Even Cooler Today
We're going to highlight a legitimately overlooked branch of music that lived, breathed, and oozed cool — a fusion of funk, jazz, post-hardcore, and more.
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Why Dolly Parton Refused To Let Elvis Presley Cover I Will Always Love You
Dolly Parton was thrilled when Elvis Presley asked to cover her 1974 hit "I Will Always Love You," but a late-night call and her savviness scuppered the deal.
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5 Bass Solos Every '70s Diehard Should Hear
Bass solos are a rare treat, and these five from John Entwistle, Chris Squire, Jaco Pastorius, Bootsy Collins, and Geddy Lee need to be heard by '70s diehards.
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5 Best Dolly Parton Songs For Getting Over A Breakup
For most people, breakups are a fact of life. So if you're getting cold feet, enduring a split, or in need of some healing vibes, Dolly Parton's got your back.
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Dolly Parton, Legendary Singer And Philanthropist, Dead At 80
The microphone fell silent for one of the world's most universally beloved musicians and all-around, authentically down-to-earth people — Dolly Parton.
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The Greatest Music Mentors In Rock History
When established rock artists have mentored emerging musicians, those relationships have meant a lot to both parties. These were some of the greatest mentors.
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'70s Supergroup Classics That Sound Even Cooler Today
The 1970's was a good decade for supergroups, with acts like Crosby, Still, Nash & Young and Derek and the Dominos releasing songs that are even cooler today.
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5 Classic Rock Songs Inspired By Your Favorite Movies
Songwriters and musicians saw something so special in your favorite cinematic works that they adapted and interpreted them into short pop songs.
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The No. 1 Song On August 25, 1963 Sounds Even More Jubilant Today
With an upbeat melody and classic doo-wop vocal harmonies, this '60s hit masks lyrics that speak of someone who's eagerly looking forward to some payback.
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Quote Of The Day By Tom Jones: 'I Think It's Good That I Had Some Experience Of The Real World Before ...'
Tom Jones made a living out of doing what he loved, but he says he's grateful for his "real world experience" prior to his dreams coming true.
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5 David Bowie Vinyls That Every True Fan Should Already Own
David Bowie left behind nearly 30 studio albums, not to mention assorted rarities and special editions. Here are the cornerstones of any Bowie vinyl collection.
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5 John Bonham Drum Solos That Deserve A Place In Rock History
Picking five John Bonham drum solos is trickier than it sounds because it is largely the same piece ("Moby Dick") performed time and time again.
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The Louvin Brothers Wrote This Classic In 1958 — 17 Years Later, Emmylou Harris' Cover Was A Hit
Country star Emmylou Harris broke out in 1975 with a series of acclaimed covers, including one duet that was originally written by the Louvin Brothers.
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One Of Neil Peart's Most Beloved Drum Solos Was Made Up On The Spot
If any drummer could improvise his way out of a momentary rut, it was Neil Peart, which is exactly what he did in a solo from one of Rush's best-known songs.
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5 History-Making Guitarists Every Classic Rock Fan Should Already Know
To truly understand the history of classic rock, you've got to learn about some of the key guitarists who shaped everything else that came after.
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Paul McCartney And William S. Burroughs' Relationship Explained
In the spring of 1966, Paul McCartney and William S. Burroughs sat together chatting at a luxury apartment in London. Here's the story of their relationship.
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The 5 Best Bee Gees Songs For Dancing
The Bee Gees are largely remembered for their contribution to the disco era, and some of those songs are still among the best in their catalog to dance to.
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The 5 Longest Guitar Solos In Rock History
Rock history is packed with killer guitar solos, many of which are famed for their length, so we found the absolute longest of the longest.
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5 Folk Rock Hits That Prove Acoustic Guitars Can Still Rock A Stadium
From the foot-stomping music of Mumford & Sons to the honest, timeless power of Tracy Chapman, folk rock can excite a crowd even when it doesn't go electric.
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The No. 1 Song On August 24, 1960 Sounds Even More Passionate Today
This passionate bop reigned supreme at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 on August 24, 1960, spending a total of five weeks at No. 1.
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Cyndi Lauper has never let anyone put her in a box, and her classic hits such as "Time After Time" are a result of her refusal to bend to anyone else's will.
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