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Professor of Rock — 1613 episodes
1980’s Most Misunderstood Songs
Rock’s Biggest Punchlines: Alanis Morissette, Avril Lavigne, Kenny G & More
The Untold Stories Behind Michael Jackson’s Biggest Hits and Collaborators
Rock’s Strangest Deaths and Disappearances: 5 Unsolved Music Mysteries
FROM THE VAULT: How Dire Straits Revolutionized Music and Replaced Disco Icons
Career Killers: How Winger, Emerson, Lake & Palmer, and After the Fire Lost Their Momentum
DATED Countdown: “Voices Carry,” Axel F, Madonna Controversy & Animotion’s Double Hit Story
9 More Wild Rock Stories: Def Leppard’s “Pour Some Sugar on Me,” Iron Maiden’s 666 Curse & Rod Stewart
1970 Deep Dive: John Lennon’s “Across the Universe,” Gregg Allman, and Songs That Flopped but Became Classics
Top Rock Sibling Rivalries: Oasis’ Liam & Noel, The Everly Brothers Breakup, The Carpenters Conflict
Rock and Roll Sabotage: The Performances, Feuds, and Mistakes That Destroyed Careers
Paul Shaffer’s Letterman Stories: Legendary Performances, Live TV Chaos, and Rock History
How Ace Frehley Outsold Kiss With His Solo Record and Proved Everyone Wrong
FROM THE VAULT: How Stevie Nicks’ Landslide Saved Her Career and Led to Fleetwood Mac
8 Truly Demented Rock Songs That Somehow Became Classics
Top 11 Dated Songs of 1979 Countdown: Styx, Anita Ward, Dr. Hook, Rod Stewart, and More
FROM THE VAULT: The Iconic Miami Vice Soundtrack – How It Defined 80s TV and Music
Inside Bruce Hornsby’s Greatest Songs
Top 3 Saga Songs: Why This Underrated Rock Band Deserved Better
FROM THE VAULT: Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1984: Which Hit Stands the Test of Time?
Countdown: Legendary Songs That Missed the Charts but Became Iconic
FROM THE VAULT: Perry Farrell on the Story Behind Jane’s Addiction’s Jane Says – An Alternative Rock Classic
Punchlines Countdown: James Blunt’s “You’re Beautiful,” the Spice Girls, Tom Jones & More
Top 8 Female Hidden Gems: Shakespears Sister, Joan Jett, Michelle Branch & More
Dated Hit Songs of 1987: Madonna, Genesis, Yes & One-Hit Wonders
How Phil Collins Turned a Nonsense Word into a #1 Hit: The Story of “Sussudio”
Most Misinterpreted Songs: 6 Classic Rock Double Entendres Ranked
FROM THE VAULT: How Led Zeppelin’s “D’yer Mak’er” Confused Fans and Became Their Most Mispronounced Hit
The Soundtracks That Made Cult Classics: Dazed and Confused, Pretty in Pink, Napoleon Dynamite, and The Crow
FROM THE VAULT: The Mystery Behind Jimi Hendrix and the Meaning of "Purple Haze"
Top 10 Non-Hits Better Than the #1 Songs: The Cure, Nine Inch Nails, Tears for Fears & More
From Freddie Mercury to Steve Perry: 6 Rock Bands Replaced Beyond Recognition
“Drops of Jupiter,” “Hey, Soul Sister” & Train’s Biggest Hits: Pat Monahan Interview
FROM THE VAULT: Steven Tyler & Joe Perry on the Story Behind Aerosmith’s Sweet Emotion – Their 70s Breakout Hit
Songs That Became Classics in Concert: Peter Frampton, Stevie Nicks, Bob Seger & More
Foreigner’s “Cold as Ice”: Lou Gramm and Mick Jones on the Story Behind the Classic Hit
Forgotten #1 Hits of 1978: Andy Gibb, Rolling Stones & the Dark Stories Behind Them
The Best ’90s Cartoon Theme Songs Ranked: From The Simpsons to X-Men
PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: Full Length Interview with Gavin Rossdale of Bush
Top 10 Non-Hits of ’85: The Stories Behind Oingo Boingo, Dire Straits, The Smiths, INXS, and More
FROM THE VAULT: Sammy Hagar on Joining Van Halen & Creating the 80s Anthem “Dreams”
Top 9 Greatest Song Stories in Rock History: From “Gloomy Sunday” to the MAS*H Theme
From Lost Album to Classic Rock Radio: How Steve Miller Revived Paul Pena’s “Jet Airliner”
Top 6 Times Rock Stars Sabotaged Themselves: Oasis MTV Unplugged, Cyndi Lauper, The Replacements, and More
Tony Hadley of Spandau Ballet Interview: The Story of “True”… and the Boy Band Hit That Copied It
Taboo Time! Why These 6 Rock Songs Caused Outrage
FROM THE VAULT: Sammy Hagar on Writing Van Halen’s Underrated 80s Gem “Best of Both Worlds” with Eddie Van Halen
Huge ’80s Songs That Didn’t Age Well: Stories Behind Autograph, Cyndi Lauper, Nena, and Rockwell
The Life and Legacy of Neil Sedaka
6 Shocking Rock Comebacks: Def Leppard, Frank Sinatra, Nickelback and the Biggest Career Revivals
FROM THE VAULT: The Story Behind the "Footloose" Soundtrack
The Animals’ “House of the Rising Sun”..: Who Really Wrote It?
Fleetwood Mac’s Most Turbulent Era
FROM THE VAULT: 5 Forgotten 70s Hits to Rediscover
The Greatest ’70s Classics That Weren’t Hits — Carole King, Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stones & More
FROM THE VAULT: The Dark Side of the Moon — Pink Floyd’s Masterpiece Turns Another Year
6 Songs That Became Pop Culture Punchlines
Remembering Billy Steinberg: The Songwriters Hall of Famer Behind 5 #1 ’80s Hits
FROM THE VAULT: How Pink Floyd Proved Roger Waters Wrong with Two #1 Hits After He Quit
The Best Cartoon Theme Songs of the ’60s and ’70s
Songs That Sound Totally 80s… But Hide Dark & Shocking Stories
Rock’s Most Ridiculous Hits Vol. 2: Fountains of Wayne, Chuck Berry, Nada Surf & Primus
The Satanic Panic of the ’70s: Why ELO’s “Fire on High” Was Accused of Evil Backmasking
FROM THE VAULT: The Darkness on Queen’s Influence and the Story Behind I Believe in a Thing Called Love
The Best Songs of 1987 That Weren’t Hits
Top 10 Love Songs You Shouldn’t Be Ashamed to Love – Billy Joel, Peter Gabriel, Journey & More
Remembering Three Doors Down’s Frontman Brad Arnold: Part 2
Female Hidden Gems Vol. 3: Duffy, Stevie Nicks & The Go-Go’s
America on “Ventura Highway” and the Prince Connection
The Legacy of Brad Arnold: 3 Doors Down’s “Kryptonite” and One of Rock’s Good Guys
FROM THE VAULT: The Story Behind Whitney Houston’s I Wanna Dance with Somebody
How Phil Collins Turned Heartbreak Into Hit Songs
The Rise, Excess, and Tragic Fall of Lynyrd Skynyrd
Top 8 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Snubs: Legendary Artists Still Shut Out
Herman’s Hermits’ Unbelievable Run: Peter Noone on Beating the Beatles
The Forgotten Great Voice of Rock: Mickey Thomas on Jefferson Starship, Starship, and His Biggest Hits
The Quiet Masterpieces of the ’80s: 8 Songs That Deserved More Love
FROM THE VAULT: How Redbone’s “Come and Get Your Love” Became the Most Likable Song Ever
How 1955 and “Rock Around the Clock” Changed Music Forever
Why “Sabotage” Is the Beastie Boys’ Most Badass Song
The Comeback Tracks: Songs That Bombed Then BLEW UP.
How Cyndi Lauper Turned Struggle Into a #1 Hit with “Time After Time”
Three Dog Night’s Forgotten Reign: 21 Straight Hits with Chuck Negron
How Rock Legends Turned Stuttering Into Iconic Songs
MTV’s Most Explosive Moments: The Videos, the Stars, and the End of an Era
When Grunge Hit: Def Leppard’s Comeback Story with Joe Elliott
From Hits to Hate: The Most Mocked Songs in Rock History
The Eerie Brilliance of Crash Test Dummies’ Only Hit
The Best Rock Songs of 1980 You’ve Never Heard on the Radio
Gene Simmons Gets Candid: KISS Classics, Backlash, and Going Off-Script
Ann Wilson Tells the Stories Behind Heart’s Biggest Late-Era Hits
A Father’s Legacy in 10 Songs: The Music That Inspired Professor of Rock
Music’s Craziest Lawsuits: Ice, Ozzy, Zeppelin & More
The Disco Kings: How the Bee Gees Dominated the ’70s—and Lost It All in a Day
How Heartbreak Inspired the #1 Hit “Separate Lives” by Phil Collins & Marilyn Martin
FROM THE VAULT: How The Beatles’ "Norwegian Wood" Revolutionized Rock and Sparked Controversy
The Final Countdown of the ’90s: Top 10 Songs from 1999
Faith No More’s “Epic”: A Rivalry, A Genre Shift, and a Goldfish Controversy
Ranking the Most Iconic Saturday Morning Cartoon Themes of the 1980s
How Stone Temple Pilots Turned Tragedy into a Grunge Anthem with “Plush”
The Police’s Breakout Hit “Roxanne”: How Sting Turned a Taboo Topic into a Classic
KISS Legend Gene Simmons on Controversy, Censorship, and Rock Truths
7 Hidden Gems by Women in Rock: Sandy Denny, Eva Cassidy, Sarah McLachlan & More
FROM THE VAULT: The Iconic 80s Album That Almost Didn’t Happen
90s Rock Survival Stories: One-Hit Wonders, Scandals & Comebacks
Neil Diamond’s Most Personal Song Faced Brutal Mockery—Here’s the True Story
Taboo Songs: The Most Controversial Tracks in Music History
The Dire Straits Album That Tore the Knopfler Brothers Apart
Who Are the Last True Musical Geniuses? A Deep Dive with Rick Beato
Justin Hawkins Talks Classic Rock, Stadium Hits, and Bizarre Copyright Claims
FROM THE VAULT: Paul McCartney vs. John Lennon: The War of Words After The Beatles’ Breakup
Test of Time: James Taylor, Led Zeppelin, and the True Top 40 of 1970
How “Last Christmas” Became a Holiday Hit—Decades After Missing #1
Talk Talk’s “It’s My Life”: A Brilliant Hit from a Reclusive Genius
Christmas Special: How “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” Became a Multi-Decade #1 Hit
Christmas Eve Special: Johnny Mathis on “Chances Are” and His Timeless Christmas Classics
Rick Beato Unplugged: A Deep Dive with Professor of Rock
The Greatest Forgotten Hits of the ’70s and ’80s
The Rise and Fall of Blondie: 7 Hits, Then Silence
When Weird Al Said No: Sacred Songs He Refused to Skewer
The Story Behind “Stacy’s Mom” by Fountains of Wayne – The One-Hit They Hated
David Crosby Unfiltered: The Byrds, CSN, and the Interview That Went Off the Rails
Hidden Stories of 10 Underrated ’80s Hits by Women of Rock & Pop
Top 10 Underrated Rock Tracks of ’79: The Songs That Deserved More
The Bizarre True Story Behind “Indian Reservation” by Paul Revere and the Raiders
One and Done: 8 Rock Artists Who Lost It All After One Hit
How “Crazy on You” Launched Heart: Full Interview with Ann Wilson
How Prince Turned a Favor Into a Funk Anthem—and a Feud
FROM THE VAULT: How Wham! Created the Holiday Classic "Last Christmas" Amid a Charity Challenge
Countdown: 10 Most Surprising One-Year Wonders of 1985
Alanis, Lauryn Hill, Goo Goo Dolls & the Wildest Stories Behind ’90s Rock Anthems
How Led Zeppelin Outsold Everyone Without Radio Hits – The ‘Fool in the Rain’ Story
Rock’s Most Unbelievable Christmas Songs: From Elvis’s Sabotage to Springsteen’s Bootleg
The Wild Story Behind Van Halen’s ‘Finish What Ya Started’ with Sammy Hagar
Tom Petty’s Right-Hand Man: Mike Campbell on ‘Free Fallin’, ‘Refugee’ & ‘Boys of Summer
Vanished Without a Trace: True Stories of Missing Rock Stars
Top 10 Hits from 1957: The Year That Launched Rock ’n’ Roll
How .38 Special Quietly Became One of the Biggest Hitmakers of the ’80s
The Untold Saga of “St. Elmo’s Fire” and John Parr’s Incredible Comeback
Unlikely Rock Origins: Darlene Love, Dave Grohl, Nikki Sixx & the Songs That Made Them
Black SABBATH Friday: How Black Sabbath’s "Paranoid" Accidentally Became a Heavy Metal Anthem
PODCAST ONLY EXCLUSIVE: Paul Shaffer on SNL, Letterman & Life in Rock N Roll
Professor of Rock’s Holy Grail: The Complete Sting Interview
Top 10 Underrated Songs of 1984 That Deserved to Be Hits
FROM THE VAULT: Why Pat Benatar Refuses to Sing “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” Anymore
Smashing Pumpkins, Oasis & No Doubt: Top 10 Songs of 1996
The Best of David Lee Roth Solo: Mountain Climbs, Covers & Comebacks
The Curse of the Grammys: How Winning Best New Artist Destroyed Careers
How Phil Collins Turned Heartache into Hits: From “Easy Lover” to Iconic Anthems
FROM THE VAULT: The Turbulent Story of Sweet and Their 70s Hit Ballroom Blitz
The Greatest Female Rock Voices You’ve Never Heard
The Wild Origins of Rock’s Greatest Hits: Elvis, The Platters & a 12-Year-Old Star
How Jimmy Buffett Turned “Margaritaville” Into a Billion-Dollar Empire
The Untold Stories Behind Rock’s Most Iconic Band Logos
This Song TOPS Greatest 1-Hit Wonder Lists ALL THE TIME... But It Was NEVER a Hit!
How Alice Cooper Inspired Punk, Shock Rock, and a Rock Renaissance
FROM THE VAULT: The Shocking Story of 'I Touch Myself': Written by Men, Sung by a Rock Icon, and Still Debated
Electric Light Orchestra’s Greatest Albums and the Birth of “Mr. Blue Sky”
Songs That Almost Didn’t Happen: Pearl Jam, Tom Petty, Weezer & a Vanished Hit
The Underrated Rise of Triumph: Canada’s Other Power Trio
The Greatest Women’s Power Ballads: Total Eclipse, Roxette & More
Huey Lewis on the Stories Behind ‘Hip to Be Square,’ ‘Stuck With You,’ and More (Full Interview)
How Jason Mraz’s Forgotten Song “I’m Yours” Took Over the World
The Best Songs That Never Hit the Top 40: Led Zeppelin, James Taylor, Eagles & More
FROM THE VAULT: The Lesson In This 1971 Rock Anthem
Rock Career Killers: From Creed to Peter Frampton’s Movie Meltdown
The Controversial History Behind Pink Floyd’s Greatest Hit
How Richard Marx Proved Everyone Wrong and Became a Pop Hit Machine
The Strangest Feats in Rock: Loudest Show, Longest Tour Day & a 1,000-Person Band
Interview with LOBO: The Soft Rock Legend Behind “Me and You and a Dog Named Boo”
Professor of Rock’s Top 10 Favorite Songs of All Time
FROM THE VAULT: How Bob Seger’s “Night Moves” Turned Heartbreak Into a Breakthrough Hit
Top 10 Underrated Songs of 1986: AC/DC, Paul Simon, Van Halen & More
The Rise and Fall of Jim Croce: Folk’s Most Tender Storyteller
Halloween Special Edition: Top 8 Most Disturbing Rock Songs of All Time
FROM THE VAULT: How Dust in the Wind Started as a Fingerpicking Exercise and Became a Classic
The Red Rocker Speaks: Sammy Hagar on His Entire Rock Legacy
When Rock Took a Stand: The Untold Origins of ’60s Protest Anthems
FROM THE VAULT: How Weird Al Yankovic’s “Fat” Saved His Career and Became an MTV Sensation
From Chart-Toppers to One-Hit Wonders: The Rise and Fall of Hootie, Fine Young Cannibals & More
How Dr. Hook Scored 8 Hits Then Vanished from the Charts
Legendary Music Improv Stories: From Ella Fitzgerald to Blur’s “Song 2”
Inside Hotel California: 3 Recuts and an ICONIC Guitar Battle
FROM THE VAULT: How Dave Grohl’s Heartbreak Inspired Foo Fighters’ "Everlong"
Behind the Music of the Carpenters: The Hits, The Drama, and the Song Karen Carpenter REFUSED to Perform.
FROM THE VAULT: The Lost Led Zeppelin Song That Could Have Been Their Greatest Anthem
Top 10 Songs from a Legendary Year: Bowie vs. Sweet, Elton’s Hidden Hit, and Zeppelin’s Challenge
How “Signs” Became a ’70s Rock Classic: Interview with Five Man Electrical Band
Top 5 Greatest Album Covers of the ’80s—With the Wildest Backstories
Disco, Drama, and a Smash Hit: Desmond Child Tells All About Kiss’s Bold Reinvention
FROM THE VAULT: The 80s Classic 'Come On Eileen': Controversy, Claims of Theft, and an Unwilling Star
Rock’s Greatest Letdowns: The Stories Behind the Albums That Broke Fans’ Hearts
FROM THE VAULT: How Yes Revived Their Career with "Owner of a Lonely Heart"—A Song Written in the Bathroom
How a Made Up Word Became a Rock Classic: 1983’s Musical Mysteries
Rita Coolidge Claims “Layla” Was Stolen—Her Untold Side of Rock History
90 Million Records and Never Toured! The Top 10 Most Unconventional Musical Feats
Sebastian Bach on the Iconic Note That Made “I Remember You” a #1 Hit
How John Frusciante Saved “Californication” and Reclaimed His RHCP Legacy
Rock’s Greatest What-Ifs: AI Explores Unreal Rock Scenarios and Alternate Realities
FROM THE VAULT: Wang Chung on Turning Down Michael Jackson to Record Dance Hall Days
Catchiest 70s Jingles...Including One the CIA Used for Interrogation
#1 Band & Their Music Ruled the 70's, BUT Now The Genre's Been ERASED From Society
Fleetwood Mac, Mötley Crüe, and Rock’s Most Controversial Lyrics
He Claims the Eagles Copied His Hit... And His Clapback Is Rock ‘n’ Roll Genius
Legend QUIT HEDONISTIC Band to PLAY GUITAR for GOD & Created His MAGNUM OPUS!
Rock’s Most Iconic Concerts: Prince at the Super Bowl, Pink Floyd Reunited & More
FROM THE VAULT: How Cream’s "Sunshine of Your Love" Overcame Doubters to Become a Rock Classic
1978’s Hidden Rock Classics: Queen, Journey, The Cars & Devo
How Foo Fighters Scrapped a $1M Album to Create “Times Like These”
Almost #1: The Iconic Female Hits of the ’70s That Deserved More
FROM THE VAULT: The 70s Rock Anthem That Became the Most Requested Song of All Time!
From Road Noise to Rock Radio: The Unbelievable Birth of a Classic Track
I ASKED Icon about EAGLES Singer STEALING his Band's HIT…His RESPONSE is GENIUS
FROM THE VAULT: How Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” Became a #1 Hit Decades Later Thanks to Stranger Things
The Best of the Rest: 8 Classic TV Themes We Missed the First Time
Queen’s “Killer Queen”: The Song That Finally Made Them Famous
When Rock Legends Messed Up and Made History — 7 Iconic Mistakes Turned Hits
How JD Souther Helped Create the Eagles’ Smash “Heartache Tonight”
How Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo's 'We Belong'" ROCKED 1984
Top 10 One-Hit Wonder Solo Acts from Famous Bands
10 Rock Classics from 1976 That Never Hit the Top 40
How Loss and Heartbreak Shaped The Pretenders’ ’80s Classic “Back on the Chain Gang”
Tiny Tim’s Onstage Death and Other Shocking Stories of Rock’s Worst Acts
How “Bad to the Bone” Became a Pop Culture Anthem Without Hitting the Charts
Chicago’s “Hard Habit to Break”: Bill Champlin on the Joke That Made a Classic
Bon Jovi’s Anthem That Almost Got Away: The True Story of “Livin’ on a Prayer”
Countdown: The 10 Most Iconic Rock Albums from Rock’s Greatest Year
FROM THE VAULT: How Creedence Clearwater Revival Dominated Then Disappeared: The Story of "Have You Ever Seen the Rain"
Songs You Know, Stories You Don’t: The Wild Truth Behind 4 Classic Hits
Hold Me Now: How a Breakup Sparked the Thompson Twins’ Most Iconic Song
How an ’80s Candy Jingle Accidentally Became a Cultural Phenomenon
How the Grateful Dead Became Rock's Biggest Live Act with Only One Hit
Revisiting the Top 10 of 1983: Def Leppard, The Police, Bonnie Tyler & More
From Wedding Singer to Metal Icon: The Rise of Sebastian Bach
Top Albums of 1984 – The Smiths, Prince, The Cars, and More Rock Legends
1994 Countdown: Iconic Songs from Beck, Lisa Loeb, and Soundgarden
How Kiss Saved Their Career with “Forever” After 12 Years Without a Hit
Rock’s Greatest Rivalries: Band Feuds That Made History
FROM THE VAULT: Queen’s 'Bohemian Rhapsody': How Freddie Mercury Leaked the Song That Became a #1 Hit
How the Beach Boys Made One of the Greatest Songs Ever—And One of the Worst
Van Halen’s Wild Studio Stories: Forgotten Lyrics, Accidental Genius, and More
FROM THE VAULT: 5 Overlooked 80s New Wave Gems That Deserve More Recognition
Top 5 Haunting Female Vocal Performances of the ’70s: Donna Summer, Patti Smith & More
FROM THE VAULT: When The Beatles Took on The Who with “Helter Skelter”
Countdown: The Greatest Songs of 1961 Including Roy Orbison’s Vocal Masterpiece
When Ego Ruined Everything: Rock’s Most Infamous Self-Destruct Moments
The Story Behind Supertramp’s “The Logical Song” – A Classic Rock Masterpiece
How “Love Is a Battlefield” Was Rewritten and Became an ’80s Anthem
FROM THE VAULT: Randy Bachman on How “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” Became an Accidental #1 Hit
7 Hilarious Non-Parody Rock Songs You Won’t Believe Aren’t Jokes
FROM THE VAULT: How George Harrison Inspired Led Zeppelin to Write The Rain Song
1993’s Top Songs: R.E.M., Billy Joel, Duran Duran, Whitney Houston & Blind Melon
5 Unsolved Rock Mysteries: The Strangest Lost Songs Ever Found
Nick Kershaw’s “Wouldn’t It Be Good”: The 80s Anthem That Live Aid and Pretty in Pink Reimagined
Styx's “Renegade”: The Accidental Hit That Made Tommy Shaw a Rock Legend
Improv Magic: The Untold Stories Behind Pink Floyd, The Who, and More
FROM THE VAULT: How David Gilmour’s Voice Elevated Pink Floyd’s Greatest Songs
Oldies But Goldies: The Untold Stories Behind the 1962 Hits That Changed Music
Ozzy Osbourne’s Greatest Songs: A Tribute to Heavy Metal’s Icon
How Living Colour’s “Cult of Personality” Broke Barriers on MTV and Rock Radio
FROM THE VAULT: Interview with Geoff Downes: How "Video Killed the Radio Star" Became an 80s Icon Despite Peaking in the 70s
England Dan & John Ford Coley: The Soft Rock Duo Who Rivaled Zeppelin
BONUS: Adam and Janda Lane remember Ozzy Osbourne on the Behind The Song podcast
Top 10 Albums of 1979: Fleetwood Mac, The Clash, AC/DC & More
FROM THE VAULT: How Cream Turned a Poem About Real Estate into the Psychedelic Rock Classic “White Room”
Top 10 Songs of 1992: From Nirvana’s Revolution to Metallica’s Surprising Ballad
How Cake’s “The Distance” Became the Coolest Song of the ’90s
Weird Al Yankovic’s Greatest Parodies: From “White & Nerdy” to “Amish Paradise”
Jimi Hendrix’s Final Days, Wild Legends, and the Truth About “Purple Haze”
How Walter Egan Turned a Crush on Stevie Nicks Into a 1978 Classic
Remembering Ozzy Osbourne – Ozzy’s Post–Sabbath Comeback Begins with “Crazy Train” and Randy Rhoads
Remembering Ozzy Osbourne – The Redemption Behind “Mama, I’m Coming Home”
The Lost Rebel Anthem: How Rock’s Boldest Hit Disappeared from Culture
The Power of the Rock Community: Why We Won’t Back Down in the Music Rights Fight
FROM THE VAULT: Motley Crue’s 'Home Sweet Home': The Epic Music Video MTV Had to Stop Playing
FROM THE VAULT: The Story Behind The Beatles’ Perfect Double A-Side – Penny Lane & Strawberry Fields Forever
Top 10 B-Sides That Became Iconic Hits: Queen, Fleetwood Mac, Pearl Jam & More
Michael Anthony Reveals How Van Halen Conquered Rock ‘n’ Roll
FROM THE VAULT: How Def Leppard Defied the Odds to Create Hysteria – An 80s Rock Masterpiece
FROM THE VAULT: Rob Halford on Writing Breaking the Law and How Judas Priest Brought Metal to MTV
Top 10 Albums of 1985: Tears for Fears, Dire Straits, Kate Bush & More
Wind of Change, Enter Sandman, and the Songs That Rocked 1991
The Rise and Fall of Creedence Clearwater Revival: The Tragedy Behind “Have You Ever Seen the Rain”
FROM THE VAULT: Interview with Thomas Dolby: Playing Live Aid With David Bowie and Writing for Michael Jackson
When Rock Songs Go Wrong: The Bizarre True Stories Behind Music’s Darkest Myths
The Untold Story of Rush’s Biggest Hits: Interviews with Two Rock Legends
The Story of “More Than Words” by Extreme: A Power Ballad That Changed Everything
Stevie Nicks, Dolores O’Riordan & Alanis: Rock’s Most Unique Female Singers
FROM THE VAULT: How a Schoolteacher Wrote Elvis Presley’s “Heartbreak Hotel” and Made Music History with Her Son
The Beatles' Chart Takeover and 10 More Iconic Songs of 1964
The Bee Gees Comeback: From Disco Backlash to "You Win Again"
The Greatest Music Records of All Time—And Why No One Will Ever Top Them
A Tribute to Dan Fogelberg – The Unsung Hero of ’70s and ’80s Songwriting
From Steely Dan to the Doobie Brothers: The Origins of ‘What a Fool Believes’
The Craziest One-Hit Wonder Stories in Rock History
FROM THE VAULT: How The Beatles’ “A Day in the Life” Redefined Rock Music Forever
Alice Cooper’s Most Controversial Hit: The True Story of “School’s Out”
Countdown: The Greatest Rock Songs of 1990 and the Stories Behind Them
Guilty Pleasures Countdown: The Songs We Secretly Love to Sing
How Eagles Became Rock Icons: Producer Bill Szymczyk Tells All
Inside the Greatest Supergroup Ever: The Untold Story of “We Are the World”
Van Halen, The Beatles & More: The Most Misunderstood Songs in Rock History
1968’s Greatest Songs: Janis, Otis, The Beatles, and a Chilling Surprise
FROM THE VAULT: Why Beastie Boys Hated Their Own Hit "(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (to Party)
The Secret Behind Led Zeppelin’s “Ramble On” and Its Mysterious Drums
Top ’90s TV Theme Songs: Friends, Seinfeld, X-Files & More
How Soul Asylum’s “Runaway Train” Saved Lives and Changed the World
Exclusive Interview: Gary Numan on His UK Success, U.S. One-Hit Wonder, and Finding Peace
FROM THE VAULT: How the Bee Gees Rose from Collapse to Conquer the 70s: Top 5 Songs of the Gibb Brothers
When Kiedis Bombed Live and Loggins Got Fired—Then They Made History
The Untold Stories of 1972’s Greatest Hits: Bowie, Seals & Crofts, and The Hollies
The Genius of Brian Wilson: A Farewell to Pop’s Most Profound Composer
FROM THE VAULT: How Bon Jovi Rose to Fame with Anthems of Hope and Resilience
The Wildest Rock Supergroups That Almost Happened: Michael Jackson, Freddie Mercury, and Llamas
He Lost the Bet...Then Wrote Their Biggest Hit in Minutes!
Kenny Rogers on “The Gambler”: The Song That Made Him a Legend
Celebrating Brian Wilson: The Musical Genius Behind The Beach Boys | Bonus Tribute Episode
Banned by MTV, Rejected by Radio: The ’80s Hits Too Hot to Handle
FROM THE VAULT: How Tom Petty Proved His Label Wrong with Free Fallin’
The 16-Year-Old Who Outsold The Beatles —Top 11 Songs of 1967
How Rick Astley’s Label Hated His Song—Then It Took Over the World
Top 10 Most Soul-Stirring Female Vocal Performances of the ’80s: Aimee Mann, Stevie Nicks, and More
How a Paul Simon–Mentored Band Created One of the Most Haunting One-Hit Wonders of the ’80s
The Story Behind “Juke Box Hero”: Lou Gramm’s Vocal Feat and Fan Inspiration
Top 10 Guitar Solos of the ’70s: Ritchie Blackmore, David Gilmour, and More
FROM THE VAULT: The Story Behind Fleetwood Mac’s Dreams – Stevie Nicks’ Heartfelt Breakup Anthem
FROM THE VAULT: 5 Forgotten 90s Songs Featuring Tonic, LIT, Sponge, Garbage, and More
The ’70s Hit Randy Bachman Wrote as a Joke—That Hit #1 in 22 Countries
Ranking the Greatest Classic Rock Songs of All Time: The Ultimate Showdown
How “The Power of Love” Became a #1 Hit—and a Soundtrack Tragedy
How Two Teens and a Cheap Synth Launched OMD into Pop History
Men at Work Ruled the ’80s—Then Vanished. Colin Hay Explains Why
Sex, Cheese, and Controversy: Ranking the 5 Most Ridiculous ’70s Songs
FROM THE VAULT: Sammy Hagar on Van Halen’s 1988 Hit “When It’s Love”
1983’s Greatest: Prince, Lionel Richie, and the Hook That Labels Didn’t Hear
The Story Behind “Beds Are Burning” and the Protest Hidden in a 1987 Rock Anthem
TV’s Most Iconic Themes: The Wild Backstories Behind the ’60s Greatest Intros
Why “Things Can Only Get Better” Is Scientifically the Happiest Song Ever
The Zombies’ “Time of the Season”: Hit After Breakup, Forgotten Then Reunited 50 Years Later
Top 10 Guitar Solos of the ’80s: From Eddie Van Halen to Unexpected Legends
Top 10 of ’76: Rock Anthems, Accidental Hits, and Freddie Mercury’s Masterpiece
“Ten Years Gone”: The Zeppelin Masterpiece Too Complex for the Stage
5 Rock Career Killers: How One Interview Ended Quiet Riot’s Reign
The Story Behind “Rocky Mountain Way” and Its Untouchable Bass Line
How a German Song Became an ’80s Classic in English
Sex, Fire, and Spray Paint: Untold Stories of '70s Album Covers
From Laughable to Legendary: The Wild Stories Behind Rock’s Unlikely Classics
Van Halen’s 5 Greatest Deep Cuts—and the Wild Stories Behind Them
How Improv Created Rock Legends—From Bon Scott to a Kid in the Studio
1970’s Top 10 Showdown: Beatles, Jackson 5, and a Legendary One-Hit Wonder
Shawn Colvin’s “Sunny Came Home”: The Dark Story Behind Her Grammy-Winning Hit
How “She Sells Sanctuary” Made The Cult Legends—Fights, Theft, and a Violin Bow
The Stories Behind Iconic Girl-Named Songs: From “Brandy” to “Beth”
#1 Hits, Career Risks, and the Coolest Song Ever: The Ultimate 80s Countdown
From Coneheads to #1: How a Chili Peppers B-Side Became a Rock Classic
Evil Anthems & Airplane Bathrooms: The Wild Origins of 80s Movie Themes
The Stylistics on Creating the Ultimate Baby-Making Classics of the ’70s
The Song Every Label Rejected That Became an 80s Staple
The Most Underrated Rock Singers (And Why Fans Are Divided)
When Rock Reclaimed the Charts: 1978’s Most Unbelievable Stories
Dead or Alive’s Wild Ride: From “You Spin Me Round” to Sudden Disappearance
How Gordon Lightfoot Turned Heartbreak and History Into Rock Classics
The Accidental Genius Behind “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” with Rupert Holmes
The Forgotten Legacy of Adam Ant: 7 Chart Hits and a Pop Culture Icon
Top 5 Misheard Lyrics: From John Fogerty’s Joke to FBI Confusion Over “Louie Louie”
Surprise Hits of the 80s: From Rush to Bowie and Mercury
From Food Stamps to Fame: The Woman Behind Earth, Wind & Fire’s “September”
How a Teen Wrote the MAS*H Theme and Made TV Music History
From “I Got You” to MTV: The Story of Split Enz with Neil Finn
Drama, Betrayal, and a Surprise Hit: Inside Fleetwood Mac’s Final Days
The Driving Songs That Made History (and Caused Speeding Tickets)
The Wild Origins of Bridge Over Troubled Water, All Right Now & More Rock Classics
The Story Behind “Desperado” by the Eagles: A Timeless Classic Born Under Pressure
Hidden Rock Gems: Morse Code, Lost Drum Tracks, and AC/DC's Secret Lyrics
Mistaken for a Legend: JD Souther’s Surprise #1 Hit
No Originals Left: The Hidden Truth About the Little River Band Today
Rock Hall Rage: Paul Rodgers, Joe Cocker, and the Joy Division/New Order Dilemma
Fake Guitar, Real Hits: Bon Jovi, Billy Idol, and the Unforgettable Music of 1987
The “Simple Man” Story: Skynyrd’s Beloved Anthem That Never Charted
How Human League’s “Human” Reinvented Their Sound and Became a #1 About Mutual Betrayal
5 Controversial Songs That Sparked OUTRAGE—From Chuck Berry to Matchbox Twenty
How the Rolling Stones Turned a Failed Reggae Experiment into “Start Me Up”
The Anatomy of a Power Ballad: Scorpions, Mötley Crüe, and Nazareth
Top 10 Rock Songs from the Year of Star Wars, Blackouts, and Disco Fever
Warren Zevon’s “Werewolves of London”: The Novelty Hit He Hated
The Monkees’ Wild Ride: From TV Band to Rock Legends with “I’m a Believer”
The #1 Hit That Was Written in Seconds After Hearing the Music for the First Time
Christopher Cross: The Yacht Rock Icon Who Dominated 1980 Before MTV Changed Everything
The 80s TV Theme That Borrowed from Cream’s “Sunshine of Your Love” and Got Away with It
How Tom Petty Turned a Joke Into His Biggest Hit of 1989
How a Trucker’s Angry Outburst Inspired BTO’s Classic Hit “Let It Ride”
The Surprising Origins of Rock’s Most Sensual Songs, Including “Let’s Get It On”
Steven Page on Writing Barenaked Ladies’ If I Had $1,000,000 and Meeting Brian Wilson
How John Mellencamp’s Jack and Diane Defied His Label and Became an 80s Classic
5 Epic Songs That Broke the Rules and Became Huge Hits – Even at 7+ Minutes Long
The Biggest Hits of 1979 – From Disco Jokes to Rock Classics and Forgotten Legends
How Whitesnake’s Here I Go Again Went from Failure to 80s Rock Anthem
5 Unexpected Songs That Became Massive Money Makers – The Stories Behind the Hits
How Jefferson Starship’s Jane Transformed Their Sound – Was It Inspired by Toto?
Smokey Robinson on The Tears of a Clown – A Forgotten Song That Became a #1 Hit
How a Misheard Lyric Inspired Stevie Nicks’ Edge of Seventeen – A Rock Anthem
How Johnny Cash’s Cover of Hurt Won Over Trent Reznor and Redefined the Song
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1969 – The Year’s Biggest Hits and Their Untold Stories
Why Pat Benatar Stopped Performing Hit Me with Your Best Shot – The Untold Story
The 5 Greatest Debut Albums of the 70s – How They Changed Rock Forever
Graham Nash on Teach Your Children – The Most Personal Story I’ve Ever Told
Eddie Money on Two Tickets to Paradise & Take Me Home Tonight – One of His Final Interviews
Billy Ocean’s Run of 80s Hits – Why He Dominated Then Disappeared
The Top 10 Songs of 1981 – The Wild Stories Behind the Year’s Biggest Hits
Huey Lewis on I Want a New Drug, Ghostbusters, and the Biggest Music Lawsuit of the 80s
The 5 Greatest Bass Lines in Rock History – The Stories Behind the Legends
Firefall’s Rise and Mysterious Disappearance – Rick Roberts on Their 70s Soft Rock Classics
How Jimi Jamison Saved Survivor – The Story Behind The Search Is Over
My Top 5 Guilty Pleasure Songs – The Ones We Love But Won’t Admit
The Top 10 Songs of 1975 – The Stories Behind the Year’s Biggest Hits
Joe Jackson’s Steppin’ Out – The Timeless 80s Classic with a 1920s Soul
The Top 5 Vocal Performances of the 80s – The Most Powerful Voices of the Decade
How 10,000 Maniacs Moved On After Natalie Merchant – The Story of More Than This
Stephen Pearcy on RATT’s Round and Round – The 80s Rock Hit That Deserved #1
The Rise and Disappearance of Paul Davis – The Man Behind “I Go Crazy”
Tracy Chapman’s Last-Minute Performance That Made “Fast Car” an Instant Classic
Interview with Midge Ure: How Ultravox’s “Vienna” Became the Greatest #2 Hit Ever
5 Massive Hits That Became Too Taboo to Play – Featuring Cher, The Who & More
Interview with Foreigner: How “I Want to Know What Love Is” Became an Unstoppable #1 Hit
Interview with Brian Greenway: The Legacy of April Wine and Their Biggest Hits
The 80s Bands That Should Have Been Bigger – Featuring The Sundays, The Replacements & More
How Cheap Trick’s “The Flame” Became Their Biggest Hit—Despite Their Guitarist Hating It
Bonnie Raitt’s Long Road to #1 – The Heartbreaking Story Behind “I Can’t Make You Love Me”
The Top 10 Songs of 1973 – And the Classic Hit Everyone Mispronounces
Interview with Smokey Robinson: How a Late-Night Call Turned a Struggling Song Into a #1 Hit
How Little River Band’s “Reminiscing” Became the Most Played Australian Song in America
5 Underrated 80s Hits – Including the Song Two Iconic Bands Rejected That Became a Classic
The Greatest Comeback Songs of All Time – Featuring Tina Turner, Donny Osmond & Elvis
How The Proclaimers’ “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” Defied Critics and Became a Global Hit
The 10 Greatest Songs of 1965 – A Year That Changed Music Forever
Interview with Jess Harnell: The Rock Impersonator So Good, He Got Sued for It
The Rise of Rush: How Neil Peart Transformed Rock’s Most Overlooked Band
5 Songs That Might Change Your Mind About This Controversial Rock Genre
The Top Cover Songs of the 80s – Hits That Outshone the Originals
The Beatles’ “A Day in the Life” – The Greatest Song Never Released as a Single
The Top 10 Songs of 1980 – Hits That Defined a New Decade
How The Cure’s “Lovesong” Went from Wedding Gift to Breakout Hit
How a DJ’s Mistake Made The Doobie Brothers’ “Black Water” a #1 Hit
Journey’s “Separate Ways” – The Most Epic Rock Song with the Worst Music Video
Why Science Rates This Legend's Voice as the Greatest Ever
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1983 – What Still Stands the Test of Time?
The Top 10 Songs of 1971 – A Year That Defined Rock Music
How Wang Chung’s “Everybody Have Fun Tonight” Went from Criticism to 80s Anthem
How a Simple Spelling Change Turned This Song into a #1 Smash Hit
The Top 5 “Don’t Give a Damn” Songs – Anthems of Rebellion and Freedom
How Pink Floyd’s “Echoes” Transformed 24 Songs into a Psychedelic Masterpiece
Interview with Rob Halford: How “You Got Another Thing Comin’” Became a Metal Anthem
The Top 10 Songs of 1985 – Hits That Defined an Incredible Year in Music
Interview with Dale Bozzio: The Wild Story of Missing Persons and Their Almost-Hits
Why The Police Secretly Broke Up at Their Peak – And How Sting Moved On
The Top 5 Feel-Good Songs of All Time – Hits That Lift the Soul
The Chaos Behind Aerosmith’s Biggest Hits – From “Sweet Emotion” to “Janie’s Got a Gun”
Interview with Carlos Santana: The Story Behind “Black Magic Woman” and His Unexpected Comeback
The Top 5 Musical Disses of the 70s – From Paul McCartney to Carly Simon
How a Lost Wallet Led The 5th Dimension to a #1 Hit
How Sugarloaf Beat the One-Hit Wonder Curse – And Accidentally Called the White House
How Tom Jones Turned Two Unlikely Songs into Timeless Classics
The Top 10 Songs of 1984 – Celebrating the Greatest Year in Pop Music
How AC/DC Overcame Tragedy to Create Back in Black – The Biggest-Selling Rock Album Ever
5 More of the Most Controversial Songs of the Rock Era – Banned, Censored, and Blacklisted
Interview with Johnny Mathis: The Story Behind “Chances Are” and His Iconic Christmas Album
Interview with The Romantics: How Legal Battles Stalled Their Career for 11 Years
Interview with Neal Schon: The Story Behind Journey’s Iconic Solos and a Connection to “Purple Rain”
Interview with Peter Hook: How New Order’s “Blue Monday” Became a Legendary Loss Leader
The Untold Story of Bob Dylan’s “Lay Lady Lay” – A Song He Didn’t Want Released
The Lost Led Zeppelin Song That Could Have Been Their Greatest Anthem
Interview with Kansas: How “Dust in the Wind” Started as a Guitar Exercise and Became a Classic
Singer Had Last Laugh When He Outsold His Band with the Very Song They Rejected
Interview with Survivor: How “Eye of the Tiger” Became the Ultimate 80s Anthem
Interview with Neil Sedaka: How Elton John Helped Him Stage a Legendary Comeback
The Top 10 One-Hit Wonders – Stories Behind These Unforgettable Hits
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1986 – Which Hits Have Stood the Test of Time?
How a One-Night Stand Inspired a 70s Classic
How Toto’s “Africa” Became the Most Overplayed Yet Impossible-to-Hate Song
5 Bad Songs by Great Artists – When Legends Missed the Mark
How a Botched Lyric Turned “Blinded by the Light” Into Rock’s Funniest Misheard Song
Interview with Eric Burdon: The Mystery Behind “House of the Rising Sun” and Its Unknown Origins
How Joan Jett Turned a Rejected B-Side Into “I Love Rock ‘n Roll” – A #1 Smash Hit
How Gregg Allman’s Late-Night Break-In Led to the Creation of “Midnight Rider”
The Most Iconic Opening Lyrics in Rock – Stories Behind the Lines That Hooked Us
How Boston’s Leaked Demo of “Amanda” Became a Surprise #1 Hit After an 8-Year Hiatus
The Top 5 Hit Resurrections – Songs That Topped the Charts Twice
Interview with 3 Doors Down: How “Kryptonite” Went from a High School Math Class to #1
Interview with Lamont Dozier & Duke Fakir: How The Four Tops Turned “I Can’t Help Myself” Into Another Hit
How ABBA’s “Dancing Queen” Became the Happiest Song Ever – And the Hit They Almost Delayed
How This “Soft Rock” Band Secretly Rocked Harder Than Most 70s Legends
How a Joke Song Meant to Mock Prog Rock Became an Accidental Classic
What the HELL-This is Being CENSORED For a PROFANITY That Was ACTUALLY BLEEPED OUT-Professor of Rock
Interview with Kevin Cronin: How REO Speedwagon’s “I Can’t Fight This Feeling” Took 10 Years to Finish
The Legend Who Created the Blueprint for Rock Singers – But Still Isn’t in the Rock Hall
Interview with Freddy Curci: How He Set a World Record with the Longest Note on a #1 Hit
Interview with Johnny Rzeznik: How a Broken Guitar Led to Writing “Iris” and Saving His Career
The Mystery of “Eleanor Rigby” – Paul McCartney, a Gravestone, and a Songwriting Feud
How a Legendary Band Turned a Biblical Verse into an Epic 1984 Rock Classic
How Steve Miller’s “The Joker” Became a #1 Hit Twice – Thanks to a Misheard Lyric
The Most Underrated Classics – Songs That Deserve More Love
Interview with Daryl Hall: How Hall & Oates Quietly Dominated the 80s with 21 Hits
How a Babysitter Turned “The Loco-Motion” Into a #1 Hit – Again and Again
The Top 5 Most Interesting Duets of the 80s – Surprising Collaborations & Unforgettable Hits
How a Mysterious Gardener Inspired The Rolling Stones’ “Jumpin’ Jack Flash”
How “Bette Davis Eyes” Made the Hollywood Icon Cool Again – The Story Behind the 1981 Hit
The Mystery of the Most Mysterious Song on the Internet – Solved After 41 Years!
Interview with Neil Finn: How “Don’t Dream It’s Over” Became One of the Most Admired Songs Ever
How Bob Dylan’s “Like a Rolling Stone” Changed Music Forever – Even the Beatles Took Notice
Interview with Weird Al Yankovic: How Mark Knopfler Insisted on Playing in His Own Parody
Interview with Tony Lewis: The Story Behind The Outfield’s “Your Love” – A Misunderstood 80s Classic
The 3 Strangest Song Inspirations of the 80s – Featuring Tina Turner, Kate Bush & Cyndi Lauper
Interview with Ann Wilson: How Heart Turned Industry Insults into “Barracuda”
Interview with Elvis Costello: How Insomnia and Rivalry Sparked “Watching the Detectives”
Red Red Wine': How a DJ's Mistake Turned UB40's Song Into a Chart-Topping Hit
Why Bryan Adams Was Warned Against '(Everything I Do)': The Unexpected #1 Smash
Crimson and Clover': Tommy James' Unfinished Demo That Changed Radio Forever
When David Lee Roth Left Van Halen: The Rise of Sammy Hagar and Four #1 Hits
The Story Behind Cream's 'White Room': A Poem Turned Heavy Metal Blueprint
Why DJs Thought ‘Wooly Bully’ Was Dirty and How It Became a Cultural Phenomenon
King of Wishful Thinking': Go West’s Accidental Hit From the Pretty Woman Soundtrack
October 1976’s Top 10 Hits Ranked Today: Heart, Bee Gees, Chicago, and More
Tempted' by Squeeze: The Bold Decision That Turned a Backup Singer Into a Star
Daydream Believer': Davy Jones’ Struggles and the Song That Almost Wasn’t
The 5 Most Overplayed Rock Songs (And the Underrated Gems to Replace Them)
Refugee': How Tom Petty Took Down a Corrupt Record Label and Made a Rock Classic
Time Stand Still': Rush’s Genre-Bending Collaboration with Aimee Mann
How 'Mama, I’m Coming Home' Helped Ozzy Osbourne Rebuild His Life and Career
How Sting Used a Unique Word in 'Wrapped Around Your Finger' and Made History
Paul McCartney vs. John Lennon: The War of Words After The Beatles’ Breakup
How Dan Hartman’s 'I Can Dream About You' Became an Accidental 80s Classic
The Rise and Fall of Zebra: The Band Once Compared to Led Zeppelin
How a Dirty Magazine Helped The J. Geils Band Find Their Biggest Hit 'Centerfold'
The New Radicals: One Hit, One Album, and a Sudden Departure from the Spotlight
Jim Morrison Called 'Hello, I Love You' a Dumb Joke…The Label Made It a #1 Smash
The Secret Meaning Behind Modern English’s 'I Melt With You': Love in the Face of Nuclear Destruction
How Danny Elfman Created an 80s Classic in a Haunted Room—But Never Had a Top 40 Hit
How Strip Clubs Saved Def Leppard’s 'Animal' and Turned 'Hysteria' Into a Smash
The Stories Behind 5 Banned or Disowned Songs in Rock History
The Story Behind 'Lunatic Fringe': A One-Hit Wonder That Was Never a Hit in America
From Fired to Headliner: How Lemmy Kilmister Made Motörhead a Metal Icon
How Cass Elliot Overcame Rejection and Became the Voice of the Mamas and the Papas
How 'You Make My Dreams' Became Hall & Oates’ Most Beloved Song Decades Later
Why Kansas Almost Left 'Carry On Wayward Son' Off the Album and How It Became a Classic
How The Carpenters’ 'Goodbye to Love' Accidentally Invented the Power Ballad
The Untold Story of Pink Floyd: Brilliance, Chaos, and the Greatest Albums of All Time
The Story of 'La Bamba': Ritchie Valens’ Legacy and the Coin Flip That Changed History
Naked Rock Star Used Joan Jett’s Iconic Song as a Pickup Line at Her Hotel Door
Teen Forgot Lyrics to 'Hanky Panky,' Made Up His Own, and Scored a #1 Hit
What Happened to 80s Hitmakers Information Society and Their Sudden Disappearance?
How Dan Fogelberg’s Encounter With an Ex Inspired the 80s Classic 'Same Old Lang Syne'
The Truth Behind Rock’s Wildest Urban Legends: Separating Fact From Fiction
How a Toilet Brush Saved 'Dancing in the Moonlight' and Made It a 70s Classic
Guns N’ Roses Singer’s Sex Tape Ended Up on 'Rocket Queen'—A Controversial '87 Classic
How Steve Miller’s Biggest Hit 'Abracadabra' Ended His Career—And a Fluke Revived It in 1990
The Rise, Fall, and Resurrection of Pablo Cruise: From Yacht Rock Hits to Stepbrothers Fame
Did The Beatles Hide a Massive Secret? Breaking Down the 'Paul Is Dead' Conspiracy
This Weird Al Parody Became a Bigger Hit Than the Original Classic on One Chart
How Twisted Sister’s 'We’re Not Gonna Take It' Was Inspired by an Old Christmas Song
The Story Behind 'Stuck in the Middle with You': A Bob Dylan Parody That Became a Hit
How a Teenager’s First Song, 'Light My Fire,' Took The Doors to #1 and Changed Rock Forever
How The Cars Helped Rock and Roll Triumph Over Disco with 'Let’s Go'
Six Forgotten 80s Classics That Deserve as Much Love as 'Don’t Stop Believin’'
How Sweet’s 'Love Is Like Oxygen' Redefined Their Sound but Marked the End of an Era
The 80s Classic 'Come On Eileen': Controversy, Claims of Theft, and an Unwilling Star
The Hidden Meanings Behind 'Mellow Yellow': A 1966 Hit About Drugs and a Sex Toy
How John Cafferty & the Beaver Brown Band’s 'On the Dark Side' Became a Hit After a Movie Flop
Exclusive Interview With Sting: The Only Artist With Two Songs in the 10 Most Played Ever
The Untold Stories Behind the Eagles’ Greatest Hits and Their Dramatic Breakup
Celebrating the Top 10 One-Hit Wonders of the 70s With Stories From the Artists Who Lived Them
How a Shy Donald Fagen Hit on His Professor’s Pregnant Wife and Turned It Into Steely Dan's 70s Hit
How Corey Hart’s 'Sunglasses at Night' Made Him a Star—And Why He’s No One-Hit Wonder
Exclusive Interviews With Crosby, Stills & Nash: The Story Behind 'Suite: Judy Blue Eyes'
Exclusive Neal Schon Interview: The Untold Story Behind Journey’s 'Any Way You Want It'
The Shocking Truth Behind 'Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini': Fraud Exposed After 50 Years
The Story Behind The Cure’s 'Just Like Heaven': A Near-Tragedy That Created Musical Perfection
The Story Behind Stevie Nicks’ 'Stand Back': Inspired by Prince and a Wedding Night Detour
Recounting the Top 10 Songs of 1988: The Best, the Worst, and Their Lasting Legacy
Falco’s 'Rock Me Amadeus': The Misheard Lyric That Turned Into a Global Phenomenon
Exclusive Interview: Rita Coolidge Reveals How 'Layla' Was Stolen From Her
The Story of 'Zombie': The Cranberries’ Powerful Anthem That Became a Timeless #1
How Michael McDonald’s 'I Keep Forgetting' Became a Rap Hit Decades Later With Warren G
How Judas Priest’s 'Living After Midnight' Began as a Joke and Became a Metal Classic
How Phil Collins Took a Risk With 'Another Day in Paradise'—And It Became a #1 Hit
How the Scorpions’ 'Rock You Like a Hurricane' Almost Had an F-Bomb in the Chorus
How the Mamas and the Papas’ 'Monday Monday' Was Recorded in the Wrong Key and Still Hit #1
The Tragic Story of 'Bittersweet Symphony': How Richard Ashcroft Lost Everything
Exclusive Interview: How The Association Created 'Windy' and Other Forgotten Classics
How Mazzy Star’s 'Fade Into You' Became a Hit They Never Wanted—and Why They Vanished
The Truth Behind Lynyrd Skynyrd’s 'Sweet Home Alabama' and Their Alleged Feud With Neil Young
The Tragic Undertones of 'Don’t Stop Me Now': How Queen’s Hit Reflects Freddie Mercury’s Life
Exclusive Interview: How The Monkees’ 'Last Train to Clarksville' Hid a Protest Message and Hit #1
How Toto Became Rock’s Ultimate Underdogs and Refused Rolling Stone’s Spotlight
Exclusive Interview: Derek Holt on Writing 'I Love You' and Finally Performing It 30 Years Later
The Story Behind John Denver’s 'Annie’s Song': A Love Song That Couldn’t Save His Marriage
The Top 5 '2 Hit Wonders' of the 80s: Stories of Fame, Drama, and Surprising Cameos
Exclusive Interview With Huey Lewis: The Stories Behind 'Hip to Be Square' and His 80s Reign
Van Halen vs. Tone Loc: The Wild Story of How 'Jamie’s Cryin’ Was Sampled Without Permission
The Story Behind The Who’s 'Behind Blue Eyes': Pete Townshend’s Confession and Roger Daltrey’s Heartbreak
What Happened to Cinderella? The Band Behind 'Nobody’s Fool' and 3 Big Records Explained
Suzanne Vega on 'Tom’s Diner': From Breakfast Inspiration to the Birth of the MP3 Format
The Strange Inspiration Behind 'She’s a Beauty': Fee Waybill’s Wild Story
How 'Danger Zone' Went From Desperation to Kenny Loggins’ Career-Defining Hit
How Barry Gibb Went Undercover to Write 'Islands in the Stream' and Gave the Bee Gees a Comeback
The Story Behind Golden Earring’s 'Radar Love': A Tragic Tale and the Ultimate Driving Anthem
Revisiting July 1967’s Top 10 Chart: Beatles, Stones, and the Summer of Love’s Greatest Hits
The Police’s 'Every Breath You Take': The Dark Story Behind the Most Played Song in History
How AC/DC’s 'Big Balls' Went From Album Filler to a Laugh-Out-Loud Classic
The Story Behind Journey’s Comeback: A 10-Year Hiatus, Steve Perry, and a #1 Hit
The Rise and Fall of 'Mr. Jones': Why Counting Crows’ Adam Duritz Quit Music at Their Peak
The Story of 'Ulterior Motives': The Lost 80s Song That Took 3 Years to Identify
The Shocking Story of 'I Touch Myself': Written by Men, Sung by a Rock Icon, and Still Debated
The Untold Drama Behind Fleetwood Mac’s Epic 'Sara': Stevie Nicks’ Most Personal Song
The Surprising Link Between an X-Rated Film and Harry Nilsson’s Iconic 'Everybody’s Talkin’
The Comeback Story of Heart: From 70s Rock Icons to 80s Chart-Toppers
How Devo’s 'Whip It' Became an 80s Anthem Everyone Misunderstood for Decades
The Incredible Story of 'Kung Fu Fighting': A Last-Minute B-Side That Sold 11 Million Copies
The Secret Weapon That Saved U2’s 'With or Without You' From Being Abandoned
How The Hollies Wrote 'Long Cool Woman' While Day-Drinking—and Got Sued for It
The Singer Who Had 4 Hit Songs on the Charts at the Same Time—With Different Bands!
"I Drove All Night": The Hit That Brought Roy Orbison Back Before His Tragic Passing
The One Song Even This Artist’s Critics Can’t Help But Love
From the Friend Zone to the Top of the Charts: The Story of "Vehicle"
Paul Simon Turned a Rhyming Game with His Toddler into His Biggest Solo Hit
The Hidden Truth About Suzanne Vega’s "Luka" Finally Comes to Light
Animotion: The Only Band to Be a One-Hit Wonder Twice – An Exclusive Interview
How Frankie Valli’s Risky Solo Move with "Can't Take My Eyes Off You" Became a Global Smash
The Chaotic Story Behind Oasis’s Iconic "Wonderwall" and the Feud That Defined Them
Cryin', Amazing, and Crazy: Did Aerosmith Rewrite the Same Hit Three Times?
Carole King’s Shy Debut: How James Taylor Turned Her Song Into a #1 Smash
How a Shocking Encounter Inspired Hall & Oates’ #1 Hit Maneater
How Eagles Fought Back After Their Label Edited Best of My Love Without Permission
Old Time Rock and Roll: The Classic Hit Bob Seger Never Expected to Succeed
How a Lawsuit and an 8-Year Wait Couldn't Stop Boston from Returning to #1
Blue Öyster Cult's Don't Fear the Reaper: The Spiritual Song Misunderstood as Satanic
Lionel Richie’s All Night Long: The Crazy Stories Behind This Iconic #1 Hit
How The Boys of Summer Became a #1 Hit After Tom Petty Rejected It
Eric Burdon Reveals the Truth About Spill the Wine—And Its Risqué Origins
The Shocking Story Behind The End: Jim Morrison’s Most Controversial Performance
American Pie: The Song That Brings Generations to Tears, Explained by Don McLean
The Life-Changing Decision of John Deacon: Leaving Queen at 25
Peter Gabriel Leaves Genesis, Finds Himself, and Writes His Defining Song Solsbury Hill
Disney Tried to Stop Kenny Loggins’ House at Pooh Corner—But Fate Had Other Plans
George Harrison’s My Sweet Lord: The #1 Hit That Sparked Rock’s Most Infamous Lawsuit
The Most Mysterious Song on the Internet: Millions Love It, But Nobody Knows Its Name
Quiet Riot’s Iconic Hits and the Interview That Ended It All
The 1985 Song That Defined a Generation: Dire Straits’ Brothers in Arms
Forced to Write “One More Song,” Springsteen Delivered a Global Smash
How Rod Stewart’s Maggie May Saved His Career and Made Him a Star
Paper Lace’s Rollercoaster Ride: Two #1 Hits, One Big Miss in the U.S.
How Genesis Predicted the Future with Their 1986 Hit Land of Confusion
The Hidden Meaning Behind The Beatles' Ticket to Ride: German Prostitutes and Heavy Metal?
So Bad, They’re Good: The Most Cringe-Worthy 80s Novelty Hits Ever Made
A Devastating Call Inspired This Haunting 1979 Pink Floyd Masterpiece
Queen’s Homage to Elvis Started in Freddie Mercury’s Hotel Bathroom
Foreigner Said No, So Lou Gramm Went Solo with Midnight Blue
TV Show Saved This Out-of-Print Song and Made It a Chart-Topping Hit
Over the Hills and Far Away: Zeppelin’s Underrated Masterpiece Revisited
Pete Townshend’s Scathing Take on Fame in Eminence Front
How Air Supply Dominated the Charts Before Vanishing from the Spotlight
The Rise and Fall of Sinead O’Connor: A Story of Talent, Controversy, and Protest
The Tragic Story Behind the Gin Blossoms’ Meteoric Rise and Sudden Fall
Interview: Terri Nunn on Her Star Wars Audition and Becoming an 80s Icon
Interview: Brian Wilson on the Tragic Collapse of SMiLE, the Lost Masterpiece
How ABBA’s “The Winner Takes It All” Turned Divorce Into a Timeless Classic
Why 1984 Might Be the Greatest Year in Music History
Survivor’s Journey: From Eye of the Tiger to a New Voice and Another #1 Hit
From Tommy James to Billy Idol: The Timeless Journey of Mony Mony
The Backlash and Legacy of David Bowie's "Let's Dance"
Critics Hated It, But Let’s Dance Made David Bowie an MTV Icon
The Unlikely Rock Instrument That Made Ian Anderson a Legend
Nile Rodgers Turned Club Rejection into the #1 Hit Le Freak
Frankie Valli Sold 100 Million Records, but the Mob Took Every Dime
The Rise of Duran Duran: Defining the MTV Generation
How Duran Duran’s Hungry Like the Wolf Redefined the 80s
Exclusive Interview with Kevin Cronin: The Stories Behind REO Speedwagon’s Classics
Jon Bon Jovi’s Runaway: How a Rejected Demo Launched a Rock Icon
Sweet’s Fox on the Run: The Smash Hit They Had to Record in Secret
How Marc Bolan Made Up Bang a Gong’s Lyrics on the Spot and Created a Glam Rock Classic
The Real Story Behind 867-5309: Did Jenny Ever Exist?
The Story Behind Spirit in the Sky and Its Unrepeatable Guitar Sound
Spandau Ballet’s True: From 80s Classic to Boy Band Inspiration
My Girl: The Song Smokey Robinson Gave Away and Made History
Mick Jones Knew Lou Gramm Was the One After Hearing This Rookie Sing
Steve Perry’s Secret Journey From Roadie to Rock Icon
The Pink Floyd Breakup That Shattered Rock History
The 1979 Hit That Sat on the Shelf and Still Became a Classic
How Shambala Became the Ultimate Feel-Good Anthem of the 70s
Moonlight Feels Right: The 70s Classic Born From a Romantic Rejection
Hard to Handle: The 1990 Hit That Set the Stage for Grunge
The Story Behind American Woman and the Battle Over Guess Who’s Name
The Mystery Behind The Cars' Drive: A Frontman’s Best Song Given Away
Evil Woman: The Revenge Song Jeff Lynne Wrote in Minutes
Singing Out of His Range Made Love Hurts a 70s Rock Classic
Cutting Crew's 1987 Dominance: What Happened After Their Smash Success?
How a Dad Joke Gave the Bellamy Brothers a #1 Hit in the 70s
Full Moon Fever: How Tom Petty Defied Rejection to Create a Classic
Revisiting ABBA: A Deep Dive into Their Legacy and Biggest Hits
How Al Stewart Rewrote Year of the Cat Four Times to Get It Right
The Story of Zager & Evans: From #1 Smash to Complete Obscurity
Mark Slaughter’s Gut-Wrenching Story Behind Fly to the Angels
How Depeche Mode’s Music for the Masses Went From Joke to Prophecy
Remembering Dan Fogelberg: The Voice Behind Some of the Most Heartfelt Songs Ever
Rush’s Freewill: How a Printing Error Confused Fans for Decades
How a Grocery Store Find Turned Hooked on a Feeling Into a Global Sensation
The Chilling Story Behind Foreigner’s Gold-Digging Anthem Cold as Ice
Black: The Greatest Song Pearl Jam Never Wanted to Be a Hit
How a Label Secretary Became a Star with the Hit Dancing in the Street
The Hauntingly Odd Story Behind Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm by Crash Test Dummies
Did Phil Collins Rip Off Prince? The Controversy Behind Sussudio
The Untold Story of TNT: AC/DC’s Signature Song That Never Charted
Cheap Trick’s Journey from Rock Bottom to Beatle-Level Fame
How ZZ Top Immortalized a Notorious House in Their 1973 Hit La Grange
Every Rose Has Its Thorn: The Song Bret Michaels Wrote in Heartbreak and Betrayal
Journey’s Lovin’ Touchin’ Squeezin’: A Cheating Scandal That Sparked a 70s Classic
Mick Jones’ Fiery Solo on Hot Blooded Set the Stage—and His Amp—Ablaze
The Story Behind Orleans’ Still the One: Written During Laundry Duty
Why Mark Knopfler Walked Away After Dire Straits Sold 30 Million Albums
London Calling: The Clash’s Warning That Resonates Stronger Than Ever
Jesus Jones’ Right Here Right Now: The 90s Anthem That Captured a World Changing
How a Legal Battle and a Legendary Cover Turned Jet Airliner Into a Hit
How Ace Frehley Outsold Kiss With His Solo Record and Proved Everyone Wrong
Gimme Shelter: The Iconic Vocal That Left Mick Jagger Speechless
The Story Behind Eric Carmen’s Timeless Hits: All By Myself, Hungry Eyes, and More
The Story Behind Spooky: From Instrumental to Southern Rock Standard
Behind It Might Be You: Stephen Bishop Reflects on His Oscar-Nominated Hit
No Rain: The Bittersweet Tale of Blind Melon’s Brightest Hit
25 or 6 to 4: How Peter Cetera Sang a Smash Hit With His Jaw Wired Shut
The Wild Stories Behind Weird Al’s Most Famous Parody Rejections
The Sound of Silence: How a Remix Without Permission Made Music History
Bob Seger’s Live Anthem Turn the Page: Born from Conflict, Revived by Metallica
The Untold Tale of "I’m Henry the Eighth, I Am" Straight from Peter Noone
Debbie Harry Wrote This #1 Hit in 10 Minutes While Watching Wrestling
The Cranberries Almost Got Dropped by Their Label Until “Linger” Changed Everything
“Love Will Tear Us Apart”: Joy Division’s Anthem of Heartbreak, Hate, and Tragedy
“Heroes” by David Bowie: The Iconic Anthem That Defied the Charts
How a Translation Error Turned “Venus” Into a #1 Smash—Twice!
How Lynyrd Skynyrd Predicted Their Downfall With “That Smell”
Rock, Disco, and Stalkers: Unpacking 1979’s Top 10 Chart Hits
A Whiter Shade of Pale: The Cryptic Classic That Dominated 1967’s Summer of Love
Mad World: How Tears for Fears Turned Childhood Trauma Into an 80s Classic
The Story Behind Your Mama Don’t Dance: How Messina Turned His Dad’s Rock Hate Into a 70s Classic
How America’s Ventura Highway Inspired Prince and Confused Fans with Its Mystical Lyrics
How The Doors Hustled Their Way to Success After Break on Through Flopped
Afternoon Delight: The Sexy Singalong That Took the 70s by Storm
John Fogerty Sued for Sounding Like Himself: The Bizarre Story Behind His 1985 Hit
The Monkees vs. Their Producer: How "I’m a Believer" Became the #1 Hit of the Year
The Beach Boys Passed on It, But "Seasons in the Sun" Made History
The Wild Story Behind "Close My Eyes Forever," Ozzy's Biggest Hit
How AC/DC Created the Greatest Rock Riffs Ever—and Almost Lost One Forever
"Tequila": The Accidental B-Side That Took The Champs to #1
How Weezer’s Blue Album Became a Classic and Why a Fan Offered $10M for Them to Quit
How a Misread Road Sign Led to John Denver’s Classic Take Me Home, Country Roads
The Untold Story of U2’s Pride (In the Name of Love): 20-Hour Days and a Race Against Time
Beck’s Loser: How Self-Deprecation Turned Into a 90s Rock Revolution
With a Little Help from My Friends: Joe Cocker’s Defining Woodstock Moment
Don’t Change: The INXS Classic That Defined a Generation
"Sabotage": The Furious Anthem Born Out of a Producer’s Outburst
How Weird Al’s "Amish Paradise" Sparked Backlash From a Furious Icon
Is "Come Sail Away" About Aliens? The Truth Behind Styx’s Signature Song
Rick Springfield’s Double Life: Soap Star, Rocker, and the Truth Behind "Don’t Talk to Strangers"
Janis Joplin’s "Piece of My Heart": The Song That Crowned the Queen of Rock
Joe Walsh’s Wildest Rock ‘n’ Roll Antics Behind the 70s Classic "Life’s Been Good"
Interview: Feel Like Makin’ Love, Paul Rodgers on Bad Company's Explosive 70s Classic
How an Exchange Student Launched Roxette's Meteoric Rise in the U.S.
How Rainy Days and Mondays Became a Pop Masterpiece: The Carpenters’ Journey
How Faith No More’s Epic Ignited Rap Metal and Took the Band to Stardom
Interview with Tom Johnston and Pat Simmons: The Story Behind Listen to the Music
The Evolution of Led Zeppelin: 5 Tracks That Define the Lords of Rock
I’m Not In Love: The Awkward Conversation That Sparked a 70s Classic
ELO, Hidden Messages, and the 70s Satanic Panic: The Story Behind Sweet Talkin’ Woman and Fire On High
Wild Thing: The Joke Song That Made Millions and Changed Rock Forever
Exclusive Interview with Stewart Copeland: The Stories Behind Message in a Bottle and Walking on the Moon
The Dream That Created the Rolling Stones' Satisfaction and Its Legendary Riff
Interview: America on Grammy Curses, George Martin, and the Inspiration for Sister Golden Hair
The Therapy Sessions and Failed Screen Test That Inspired Neil Diamond’s I Am… I Said
Rejected 100 Times: How George Harrison’s Something Became a Beatles Masterpiece
From Tragedy to Triumph: The Story of Def Leppard’s Adrenalize Album
Time After Time: Cyndi Lauper’s Inspirational Journey to Her #1 Hit – Interview with Rob Hyman
Decoding White Rabbit: Grace Slick’s Journey Through the Looking Glass
The Mad Scientist of Rock: Edgar Winter on His Groundbreaking Instrumentals
Jesse Colin Young on the Journey of the Youngbloods’ Get Together
Ron Dante on Singing Sugar, Sugar for the Archies and Its Hidden Story
How Blondie’s The Tide Is High Revived a "Hitless" Album and Made History
The Story Behind Queen’s Biggest U.S. Hit: Another One Bites the Dust
The Turtles’ Happy Together: From the Worst Demo Ever to an Iconic Classic
The Making of Slow Ride: Sex, Scrabble, and Classic Rock Magic
Tommy James and Tiffany Discuss the Journey of I Think We’re Alone Now
Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around: Stevie Nicks’ Solo Breakthrough with Tom Petty
Stewart Copeland Talks Early Police Hits and Controversy Around Roxanne and Can’t Stand Losing You
A Flock of Seagulls’ Mike Score on Creating MTV’s Most Viral Video in a Day
Queen’s Double Trouble: The Stories Behind Fat Bottomed Girls and Bicycle Race
How Toni Basil’s Mickey Became an MTV Classic and Weird Al Parody
The Mysteries Behind Steely Dan’s Do It Again: A 70s Rock Classic
Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here: Guilt, Loss, and Rock Immortality
How The Mamas and the Papas Transformed California Dreamin’ Into a 60s Anthem
Decoding A Horse With No Name: An Exclusive Interview with America
How Keep On Loving You Saved REO Speedwagon: Kevin Cronin Reflects
The Chilling Inspiration Behind Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean
Interview with The Association: The Story Behind Cherish and Their Rise to Fame
The Story Behind Steppenwolf’s Born to Be Wild: The First Heavy Metal Anthem
The Story Behind Boston’s More Than a Feeling and Brad Delp’s Legendary Vocal
Radiohead’s Creep: The Stalker Confession That Became a Generation’s Anthem
All Along the Watchtower: The Dylan Song That Hendrix Elevated to Legendary Status
It’s My Life: Mark Hollis, Talk Talk, and the Pursuit of Artistic Integrity
Livin’ on a Prayer, Wanted Dead or Alive, and the Journey Behind Slippery When Wet
Did the Beatles Invent Heavy Metal with Helter Skelter? The Story Behind the Song
How Three Dog Night Turned Harry Nilsson’s "One" into a Timeless Classic
Why Rush’s "Limelight" Is One of Rock’s Greatest Compositions
David Gates’ Journey from Soft Rock Icon to a Life Out of the Spotlight
From Rock Bottom to Radio Dominance: Aerosmith’s Iconic Comeback
The Story Behind Billy Joel’s We Didn’t Start the Fire: A History Lesson in a Song
When Paul Rodgers Teamed Up with Jimmy Page for The Firm’s Radioactive
How Creedence Clearwater Revival Outsold The Beatles with Fortunate Son in 1969
The Enigma of Question Mark and the #1 Hit 96 Tears
How Prince Took Back "Kiss" and Turned It Into a Funky #1 Hit
Kiss and the Ballad They Didn’t Want: The Saga of "Beth"
Interview with Stephen Bishop: The Stories Behind "Separate Lives" and "It Might Be You"
The Iconic Bagpipes and Bon Scott: The Story Behind AC/DC’s "It’s a Long Way to the Top"
How Wham! Created the Holiday Classic "Last Christmas" Amid a Charity Challenge
How a Mistake Made Loverboy’s "Working for the Weekend" a Rock Anthem
Led Zeppelin’s "Fool in the Rain": The Band’s Final Gamble
"Tainted Love" and the British Invasion of the 80s: Soft Cell’s Iconic Hit
The Story Behind Simon & Garfunkel's Iconic Hit "Mrs. Robinson"
Interview: Dennis DeYoung on His Solo Hit "Desert Moon" and the End of Styx
Revisiting 1982’s Top 10 Rock Songs and Their Legacy
The Story Behind Pet Shop Boys' West End Girls and Its Journey to Becoming a Global Smash
Don Barnes of 38 Special on Caught Up in You and the Rivalry Behind Their Biggest Hits
How Eurythmics Created Sweet Dreams and Turned Heartbreak Into a Global Smash
The Story Behind Bow Wow Wow's I Want Candy and Its Journey as a Cultural Icon
How Journey's Open Arms Went from Loathed to Loved and Became a Power Ballad Classic
The Story Behind Black Sabbath's Iron Man and How It Redefined Heavy Metal
How Dire Straits Revolutionized Music and Replaced Disco Icons
The Story of "Louie Louie" by The Kingsmen: A $50 Hit That Changed Music
The Chilling Tale of a Kidnapped Musician Forced to Write a Hit Song
Eddie Van Halen Interrupted Sammy Hagar During Sex to Write "Finish What Ya Started"
The Emotional Power of The Beatles’ "Let It Be" and Its Timeless Legacy
The Dark Meaning Behind Men at Work’s 1983 Hit "Down Under"
The Meaning of Eagles’ "Hotel California": A Dark Allegory of the American Dream
Why Beastie Boys Hated Their Own Hit "(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (to Party)
The Rise and Fall of John Parr: "St. Elmo’s Fire" and the Betrayal That Silenced Him
How Fleetwood Mac’s "The Chain" Held the Band Together During the Turmoil of Rumours
The Controversial Rise and Fall of Frankie Goes to Hollywood: "Relax" and Its Global Impact
The Mystery Behind ELO’s "Livin’ Thing": Jeff Lynne’s Lyrics Decoded
Interview with Mark Weitz: The Story Behind Strawberry Alarm Clock's "Incense and Peppermints"
How "Walk Like an Egyptian" Broke Up The Bangles
Graham Nash on Betting $500 to Write a Hit and the Story of "Our House"
Sammy Hagar on Writing "I Can’t Drive 55" and Its Accidental Protest Legacy
How Justin Hayward Saved The Moody Blues with 'Nights in White Satin'
How Damn Yankees Created 'High Enough' and the Supergroup’s Surprising End
The Story Behind Phil Collins and Philip Bailey's 1985 Hit 'Easy Lover'
Interview with Mark Farner: The Story of Grand Funk Railroad's 'I’m Your Captain (Closer to Home)'
How The Cure Balanced Doom and Pop with 'Friday I’m in Love'
The Story Behind Stone Temple Pilots' 'Plush' and Its Mysterious Lyrics
How Ray Parker Jr. Created the Iconic 'Ghostbusters' Theme Song
Alan Parsons on 'Eye in the Sky' and His Role in Rock History with Pink Floyd and The Beatles
How Blondie's 'Call Me' Became a #1 Smash and Defined the 1980s
The Haunting Legacy of Jim Morrison and The Doors' 'Riders on the Storm'
How Warrant’s 'Cherry Pie' Became a Glam Metal Anthem and a Genre’s Swan Song
The Story Behind The Charlie Daniels Band's 'The Devil Went Down to Georgia'
Interview with Paul Rodgers: The Story Behind Bad Company’s Iconic Song 'Bad Company'
How Queen and David Bowie Created the Iconic Duet 'Under Pressure'
JD Souther on Writing 'New Kid in Town' and the Eagles’ Rise to Legendary Status
How Pink Floyd’s "Another Brick in the Wall" Became a Controversial #1 Hit
The Perfectionism Behind Steely Dan’s "Peg" and Its Legendary Backstory
The Story Behind "Good Lovin’" by The Young Rascals
Eric Clapton’s Emotional Journey Behind “Tears in Heaven”
How a DJ Accidentally Saved The O’Jays with “Love Train”
How the B-52s’ “Rock Lobster” Defined a Decade Early
The Misquoted Lyric That Became a Fan Favorite: Bob Dylan’s “Blowin’ in the Wind”
How MTV’s Late-Night Play Propelled The Proclaimers to #1 with “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)”
How “Jessie’s Girl” Went from a Joke to an 80s Anthem
The Hidden Meaning Behind “Hotel California” by Eagles
How Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Sweet Home Alabama” Became an Instant Hit
The Timeless Message of John Lennon’s “Imagine”
How Stephen King Inspired AC/DC’s “Who Made Who” for Maximum Overdrive
The Pressure on Fleetwood Mac’s “Tusk” to Break Even
The High Stakes Behind Fleetwood Mac’s “Rumours” Success
The Rise and Disappearance of Looking Glass and “Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl)”
The Rise and Fall of Milli Vanilli: From Fame to Infamy
How Eric Clapton’s Heartbreak Inspired “Layla”
The Tension Behind Simon & Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water”
The Dark Legends Behind “Gimme Shelter” by The Rolling Stones
How Steve Perry Transformed Journey into Arena Rock Giants
How Toto Turned a Shelved Instrumental into the #1 Hit “Africa”
The Story of Madness: How Our House Became a Global Smash
The Story Behind Don Henley’s The Heart of the Matter: Interviews with JD Souther and Mike Campbell
How ELO’s Mr. Blue Sky Became the Happiest Song of All Time
Freddie Mercury Wrote Killer Queen to Prove Classy People Can Be Flawed Too
How Tears for Fears’ “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” Became the Sound of the 80s
How Rush’s “Tom Sawyer” Revolutionized Rock with Its Iconic Opening Note
How Chrissie Hynde Turned Tragedy into Triumph with “Back on the Chain Gang”
The Creation of Foo Fighters’ “Times Like These” Amid Chaos and Conflict
How Van Halen’s “Panama” Responded to Critics and Became a Hard Rock Classic
How Alphaville’s “Forever Young” Became an Eternal 80s Anthem
How Led Zeppelin’s “No Quarter” Became a Haunting Masterpiece and a Point of Contention
How Jimmy Buffett’s “Margaritaville” Built a Billion-Dollar Empire
How Prince’s “Purple Rain” Redefined Power Ballads and Made Music History
The Top 10 Songs of the 1980s: What Happened to Great Music?
Interview with Kenny Loggins: How a Simple Beat Made "I'm Alright" a Classic
Interview with Bill Champlin: The Story Behind Chicago’s "Hard Habit to Break"
The Story Behind Pink Floyd’s "Dogs" and the Power Struggle That Changed the Band
Interview with Dennis DeYoung: How "Mr. Roboto" Broke Up Styx but Became a Pop Culture Phenomenon
Interview with JD Souther: The Turbulent Story Behind the Eagles' Last #1 Hit, "Heartache Tonight"
The Story Behind Van Morrison’s "Brown Eyed Girl": A Massive Hit He Hated
Interview with Gary Wright: The Story Behind "Dream Weaver" and Its Lasting Legacy
Interview with Lisa Loeb: How "Stay" Became a #1 Hit Without a Record Deal
Interview with Tom Bailey: How a Lovers' Quarrel Led to Thompson Twins' "Hold Me Now"
The Story Behind Kiss’ "Forever": The Dispute Between Paul Stanley and Michael Bolton
How Black Sabbath’s "Paranoid" Accidentally Became a Heavy Metal Anthem
Legend Obliterated His Cheating Wife ALL Across Radio on This BRUTAL 80s Hit
Interview with George Thorogood: How "Bad to the Bone" Became a Rock Anthem
The Story Behind Simply Red’s "Holding Back the Years": Mick Hucknall’s Haunting Debut
How Cheap Trick’s "The Flame" Saved Their Career—Despite Their Hatred for It
The Story Behind The Police’s "King of Pain": How Sting’s Wife Inspired the Title
How Dickey Betts and The Allman Brothers Overcame Tragedy to Create "Ramblin’ Man"
Interview with Three Dog Night: How "Joy to the World" Became 1971’s Biggest Hit
Interview with Holly Knight: How a Random Joke Became Pat Benatar’s "Love Is a Battlefield"
Interview with Paul Carrack: The Story Behind Mike + The Mechanics’ Eerie Hit "Silent Running"
Interview with Randy Bachman: How "No Time" Borrowed a Riff and Became a 70s Classic
Happy Go Lucky 70s Classic is Actually About a Crazy Stalker Who Attacked a Legend
The Story Behind Fleetwood Mac’s "Gypsy": Stevie Nicks’ Nostalgic Tribute to Simpler Times
Interview with John Oates: How "Out of Touch" Became Hall & Oates’ Final #1 Hit
How The Beatles’ "Norwegian Wood" Revolutionized Rock and Sparked Controversy
How Elton John’s "Bennie and the Jets" Became a Hit by Accident
How The Beach Boys' "Kokomo" Became a Surprise #1 Hit Despite the Backlash
The Hidden Meaning Behind Prince’s "Let’s Go Crazy"—Did It Predict His Fate?
The Story Behind the "Footloose" Soundtrack: How Dean Pitchford Helped Create 7 Hits
How a Session Guitarist Transformed Steely Dan’s "Reelin’ in the Years" into a 70s Classic
Interview with Mike Reno: How Loverboy’s "Turn Me Loose" Overcame Rejection to Become an 80s Classic
How Paul Simon’s "You Can Call Me Al" Revitalized His Career and Sparked Controversy
Why Simple Minds Disowned Their Biggest Hit, "Don’t You (Forget About Me)"
How Yes Revived Their Career with "Owner of a Lonely Heart"—A Song Written in the Bathroom
How Supertramp’s "The Logical Song" Defied Doubt and Sold 20 Million Copies
Randy Meisner’s Defining Moment with the Eagles: The Story Behind "Take It to the Limit"
Interview with Mike Ness of Social Distortion: From Homelessness to Gold Records
How Metallica’s Most Personal Song Became Their Biggest Hit
Dan Fogelberg’s Tribute to His Father: The Story of Leader of the Band
How Bryan Adams’ "Cuts Like a Knife" Launched Him to Stardom
How Queen Turned an Insult Into "We Will Rock You"
Interview with The Motels: The Story Behind "Only the Lonely" and Their 22-Year Disappearance
Interview with Nik Kershaw: The Story of "Wouldn't It Be Good" and Its 80s Legacy
Interview with Kevin Cronin: The Story Behind REO Speedwagon's "Take It on the Run"
How Tears for Fears Defied Industry Pressure and Took "Shout" to #1
How Heart’s Comeback Led to Their First #1 with "These Dreams"
Why "We Built This City" Became the Most Controversial #1 Hit of the 80s
The Mystery Behind Jimi Hendrix and the Meaning of "Purple Haze"
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1986: Hits, Rivalries, and Lasting Impact
How Cream’s "Sunshine of Your Love" Overcame Doubters to Become a Rock Classic
How the Bee Gees Staged a Comeback with "You Win Again" and "One"
How Creedence Clearwater Revival Dominated Then Disappeared: The Story of "Have You Ever Seen the Rain"
How Jackson Browne Wrote "These Days" at 16 and Redefined Live Albums with "Running on Empty"
Interview with Dennis DeYoung: How "Babe" Went from Birthday Gift to #1 Hit
How Johnny Cash’s "I Walk the Line" Became a #1 Hit and the Comeback That Radio Blocked
How Aerosmith’s "Walk This Way" Sparked One of Rock’s Greatest Comebacks
How Ozzy Osbourne and Randy Rhoads Defied the Odds with "Crazy Train"
How Nikki Sixx’s Near-Death Experience Inspired Mötley Crüe’s "Kickstart My Heart"
How The Traveling Wilburys Formed and the Magic Behind "Handle With Care"
How Til Tuesday’s "Voices Carry" Broke Barriers and Became an 80s Classic
Interview with John McCrea of CAKE: The Story Behind "The Distance" and Its Iconic Opening Line
How Van Halen’s "Jump" Became Their Only #1 Hit Despite Band Tensions
How Pink Floyd’s "Run Like Hell" and The Wall Were Born from Chaos
How The Police Went from Rejection to Global Superstars with "Message in a Bottle"
How Dave Grohl’s Heartbreak Inspired Foo Fighters’ "Everlong"
How Alice Cooper’s "School’s Out" Became a Rebellious Anthem and Got Banned
Interview with Geoff Downes: How "Video Killed the Radio Star" Became an 80s Icon Despite Peaking in the 70s
Interview with Nuno Bettencourt: How Extreme Fought for "More Than Words" and Scored a #1 Hit
How Led Zeppelin Conquered Rock Without a #1 Hit or a Grammy
Interview with Night Ranger: How a Misheard Lyric Created "Sister Christian"
How The Cars' "Heartbeat City" Delivered 5 Hits but Led to Their Breakup
Interview with Kenny Rogers: How "The Gambler" Made Him a Superstar and Changed Music History
Interview with Jim Peterik: How Survivor Dominated the 80s with "The Search Is Over" and Then Disappeared
Interview with USA for Africa Members: The Untold Story of "We Are the World"
How Rick Astley’s "Never Gonna Give You Up" Took Over the 80s—Then the Internet
Interview with OMD: How "If You Leave" Was Written Overnight and Became an 80s Classic
How Big Country Overcame Adversity to Score a Hit with "In a Big Country"
Interview with Steve Forbert: The Story Behind "Romeo’s Tune" and Its Mysterious Inspiration
How Blondie’s "Heart of Glass" Defied Critics and Became a #1 Hit
Interview with Huey Lewis: How "The Power of Love" Became a #1 Hit for Back to the Future
How Def Leppard’s "Rock of Ages" Borrowed from a Hymn and Made Pyromania a Rock Classic
How Iron Butterfly’s "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida" Became an Accidental Epic and Missed Woodstock
Interview with Terri Nunn: How Berlin’s "Take My Breath Away" Became a #1 Hit Despite Band Backlash
How Dobie Gray’s "Drift Away" Became a Timeless Classic and Finally Hit #1 Decades Later
Interview with Bobby Colomby: How Blood, Sweat & Tears Rose to #1 and Faced Government Pressure
How The Police’s "Don’t Stand So Close to Me" Sparked Controversy and Launched Their Stardom
Interview with Carmine and Vinnie Appice: The Truth Behind Dio’s "Holy Diver" and 80s Satanic Panic
Interview with Randy Bachman & Burton Cummings: How "American Woman" and "No Sugar Tonight" Were Born
How Midnight Oil’s "Beds Are Burning" Became a Powerful Protest Anthem
Interview with Colin Hay: How Men at Work Took Over the Charts Then Disappeared
How "Der Kommissar" Became a Hit Twice—and Broke Up After the Fire Before They Knew It
How Rush’s "New World Man" Was Written Last-Minute and Became Their Biggest Hit
Why Prince Took a Risk on 'When Doves Cry' – No Bass, No Problem!
Paul Carrack: The Man With the Golden Voice – How Long and His Legendary Career
How Living Colour’s 'Cult of Personality' Changed Rock – Inside the Fierce 1988 Hit
Pink Floyd’s 'Wish You Were Here': From Prog Rock to Country Classic
The Moody Blues’ 'Your Wildest Dreams': A Comeback Hit Born from a Disaster
Dire Straits’ 'Money for Nothing': How an Angry Rant Became an Iconic 80s Hit
Guns N' Roses' 'November Rain': Axl Rose’s 8-Year Journey to a #1 Epic
Gordon Lightfoot’s 'If You Could Read My Mind': The Heartbreaking Song That Almost Changed
Top 5 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Snubs – Why Does It Hate Actual Rock?
Deep Purple’s 'Smoke on the Water': How a Disaster Led to Rock’s Most Iconic Riff
The Doobie Brothers’ 'What a Fool Believes': How Yacht Rock Dethroned Disco
Red Hot Chili Peppers’ 'Soul to Squeeze': The B-Side That Became a #1 Hit
Carole King: From Hitmaker to 70s Solo Superstar with 'Tapestry'
Ratt’s 'Round and Round': The 80s Rock Classic That Sold 5 Million and Endured
The Couple Behind 3 Huge 80s Hits: What Happened to Them After 'Waiting for a Star to Fall'?
Styx's 'Lady': How a DJ Turned a Jukebox Discovery into a #1 Power Ballad
Neil Diamond’s 'Sweet Caroline': The Song That Shocked the Woman It Was About
Robert Plant’s 'Ten Years Gone': The Heartbreaking Ultimatum That Led to a #1 Hit
The Cult’s 'She Sells Sanctuary': The #1 Song That Divided Fans and Sparked Violence
Robbie Dupree’s 'Steal Away': From Trucking to #1 – The Yacht Rock Classic That Almost Didn’t Happen
Skid Row’s 'Youth Gone Wild': How a Rookie Band Surpassed Their Mentor, Bon Jovi
Van Halen’s Hidden Gems: How Eddie’s Lightning-Fast Guitar Left Sammy Hagar Stunned
Dead or Alive’s 'You Spin Me Round': From 80s Hit to Guinness Record and #1 Again 21 Years Later
Queen’s 'Bohemian Rhapsody': How Freddie Mercury Leaked the Song That Became a #1 Hit
The Grateful Dead’s 'Touch of Grey': The One Hit Wonder Who Played to 25 Million Fans
Paul Young’s 'Every Time You Go Away': The #1 Hit with the Funniest Misheard Lyric
Buffalo Springfield's 'For What It's Worth': The Supergroup That Didn't Know They Were One
James Taylor’s 'Fire and Rain': The Desperate Prayer That Became a 70s Classic
Motley Crue’s 'Home Sweet Home': The Epic Music Video MTV Had to Stop Playing
AC/DC’s 'Moneytalks': The Biggest Hit They’ve Never Played Again
Earth, Wind & Fire’s 'September': The Classic Written by a Struggling Songwriter on Food Stamps
Adam Ant’s 'Goody Two Shoes': The 80s Classic Misunderstood as a Critique on Prudery
Jackson Browne’s 'Somebody’s Baby': The Hit He Hated That Cost Him a #1
Huey Lewis’ 'Do You Believe in Love': The Rookie Music Video He Couldn't Bear to Watch
The Story of Jim Croce’s “Time in a Bottle” and Its Unexpected Rise to #1
How Sting’s “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic” Divided The Police
How Bob Seger’s “Night Moves” Turned Heartbreak Into a Breakthrough Hit
How The Zombies’ “Time of the Season” Became a Hit After They Broke Up
How Boston’s Debut Album Overcame Rejection to Sell 17 Million Copies
Interview with Dave Pirner: How “Runaway Train” Became a Hit and Helped Find Missing Kids
How Foreigner’s “Juke Box Hero” Combined Two Stories Into an 80s Rock Anthem
How A-ha’s “Take On Me” Overcame Failure to Become an 80s Classic
How Fleetwood Mac’s “Everywhere” Emerged from the Chaos of Tango in the Night
Steven Tyler Wrote “Dream On” at 14 – The Song That Almost Didn’t Happen
Revisiting the Top 10 Songs of 1982 – Which Hit Stands the Test of Time?
Interview with Steve Stevens: How Billy Idol’s “White Wedding” Became an MTV Classic
Interview with Eric Burdon: How “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” Inspired Bruce Springsteen
What Happened to Breathe? The Rise and Disappearance of an 80s Hit Machine
How Eagles’ “Desperado” Became a Classic Without Ever Being a Hit Single
How Thin Lizzy’s “The Boys Are Back in Town” Went from Deep Cut to Rock Anthem
Why Lynyrd Skynyrd Had to Lock Their Producer Out to Record “Simple Man”
How Warren Zevon’s Joke Song “Werewolves of London” Became His Only Hit
How Led Zeppelin’s “Rock and Roll” Was Created by Accident and Became an Encore Anthem
Banned Decades Later: The Story Behind The Zombies’ “She’s Not There”
How Christopher Cross Made Grammy History With “Sailing” and Hid His Awards
How Asia Turned a Country Tune Into 1982’s #1 Rock Hit “Heat of the Moment”
The Story Behind the 1979 Sci-Fi Hit About a Robot Hooker That Topped the Charts
How a Trucker’s Outburst Inspired Bachman-Turner Overdrive’s 70s Classic “Let It Ride”
Why Billy Joel Is Embarrassed by His Iconic Hit “Piano Man”
How Barry Gibb Dominated the Charts With “Stayin’ Alive” and Made History
Why Phil Collins’ Hit “Take Me Home” Deserved More—and His Rock Hall Snub
Ann Wilson on the Struggles of Recording Heart’s Classic Hit and Legal Battles
Unraveling the Mystery Behind Tears for Fears’ 80s Classic “Head Over Heels”
How Kenny Loggins and Michael McDonald Accidentally Created the Hit “This Is It”
How Billy Squier’s “Rock Me Tonite” Video Ended His 80s Rock Reign Overnight
The Story Behind Elvin Bishop’s 70s Classic “Fooled Around and Fell in Love”
How Johnny Cash Made Nine Inch Nails’ “Hurt” His Own—and Changed Trent Reznor’s Mind
Interview with Thomas Dolby: Playing Live Aid With David Bowie and Writing for Michael Jackson
Interview with John Oates: The Story Behind Hall & Oates’ “You Make My Dreams” and the Vanished Synth
The Story Behind Journey’s "Separate Ways" – Inspiration, Legacy & Revival
The Story Behind John Mellencamp’s Fight for “Jack and Diane”
How Huey Lewis’ “I Want a New Drug” Led to a Ghostbusters Lawsuit
Elton John’s 80s Comeback: The Hit That Revived His Career
How a Drummer’s Mistake Created WAR’s Classic Hit “Low Rider”
Pink Floyd’s “High Hopes”: The Controversy Behind Their 90s Comeback Hit
How “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling” Became the Most Played Song of the 20th Century
John Denver’s Rise and Fall: The Story Behind “Rocky Mountain High”
Don Henley’s “Dirty Laundry”: The Eagles Breakup and His Scathing Media Critique
Interview: Patty Smyth & Sammy Hagar on Van Halen’s Search for a New Singer
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Lzzy Hale on Halestorm’s Love Bites (So Do I), Hitting #1, and Winning a Grammy
Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music’s Influence on New Wave – His Top 5 Songs
Terry “Buzzy” Johnson on The Flamingos’ I Only Have Eyes for You – A Timeless Oldies Classic
Stephen Pearcy on RATT’s Round and Round – The 80s Rock Hit That Deserved #1
How The Police’s Roxanne Turned a Parisian Night into a Rock Classic
Johnny Rivers & Jack Tempchin on Swayin’ to the Music (Slow Dancing) – A 70s Soft Rock Classic
The Story Behind Norman Greenbaum’s Spirit in the Sky – The Ultimate 70s One-Hit Wonder
How Angus Young & Bon Scott Created Highway to Hell – The Blueprint for AC/DC’s Future
Nick Hexum on 311’s Down – The 90s Alternative Anthem That Defined a Generation
Brian Wilson on God Only Knows – The Masterpiece of Pet Sounds
Cindy Wilson on The B-52s’ Roam – The Hit That Defined the Turn of a Decade
Better Than Ezra on Good – The 90s Alternative Anthem That Took Over Rock Radio
The Unlikely Inspiration Behind Dire Straits’ Sultans of Swing
The Top 5 Rock Songs for Father’s Day – Celebrating the Father-Child Bond
Andrew Farriss on Creating INXS’s Kick – The 1987 Album That Defined a Generation
Aaron Bruno on AWOLNATION’s Sail – The 2011 Rock Hit That Shattered Records
Roger McGuinn & David Crosby on How The Byrds Made Mr. Tambourine Man a #1 Hit
Stephan Jenkins on the Inspirational Story Behind Third Eye Blind’s Jumper
Journey’s Top 5 Hidden Gems of the 80s – Neal Schon & Jonathan Cain Reflect
The Story Behind Whitney Houston’s I Wanna Dance with Somebody – An 80s Pop Smash Even Rockers Love
How David Bowie’s Space Oddity Overcame Doubt to Become a Rock Masterpiece
Remembering B.J. Thomas – The Story Behind Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head
The Top 5 Songs from Sade – The Voice That Seduced the 80s & 90s
Dr. Robert on The Blow Monkeys’ Digging Your Scene – An 80s Hidden Gem That Opened Minds
5 Forgotten 80s Hidden Gems You Need to Hear – Featuring Prince, Billy Idol & More
Annie Lennox’s Top 5 Songs – The Distinct Voice of 80s New Wave & 90s Modern Rock
Gary Clark on Mary’s Prayer – The Heartbreaking 80s Hidden Gem by Danny Wilson
John Rzeznik on the Story Behind Goo Goo Dolls’ Name – The 90s Hit That Changed Everything
How Tom Petty’s I Won’t Back Down Became a Defiant 80s Rock Anthem
The 200-Year Evolution of Black Betty – How Ram Jam Turned a Folk Chant into a 70s Rock Classic
The Rise of Bon Jovi – Their Top 5 Songs That Defined Rock & Resilience
Perry Farrell on the Story Behind Jane’s Addiction’s Jane Says – An Alternative Rock Classic
Steve Lukather & Joseph Williams on Toto’s Pamela – Their Last Big 80s Hit
Nelson on the Story Behind Their 1990 #1 Hit (Can’t Live Without Your) Love and Affection
How Depeche Mode’s Violator Took Over the Mainstream in 1990
Mark Kendall on Great White’s 1989 Hit Once Bitten, Twice Shy – A Glam Metal Revival
The Story Behind 1987’s Haunting New Wave Power Ballad – Told by Its Singer & Songwriter
Unboxing John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band – The Ultimate Collection & the Story Behind the Album
Steven Tyler & Joe Perry on the Story Behind Aerosmith’s Sweet Emotion – Their 70s Breakout Hit
Eddie Van Halen & Co. on Hot for Teacher, I’ll Wait, and the Genius of 1984
Lou Gramm’s Powerful Voice – Celebrating Foreigner’s Underrated Rock Vocalist & His Top 5 Songs
Revisiting the Top 5 Songs of 1984 – Ranking Them by All-Time Performance
Unboxing The Who Sell Out Super Deluxe Edition & the Story Behind This 1967 Classic
5 Forgotten 70s Hits to Rediscover – Featuring Artist Interviews & Hidden Gems
Breaking Down Van Halen’s 1984 – How Eddie Van Halen & David Lee Roth Made a Rock Classic
A Tribute to Casey Kasem – The Voice That Defined 70s & 80s Music
Alan Parsons on The Alan Parsons Project – Its Connection to Dark Side of the Moon
Patty Smyth on the Story Behind Scandal’s Goodbye to You – A 1982 New Wave Classic
Elliot Lurie on Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl) – The 1972 #1 Hit That Endures Across Generations
Breaking Down Phil Collins’ No Jacket Required – The 1985 Album That Perfectly Balanced Rock & Pop
The Lost Art of Greatest Hits Albums – Celebrating Music’s Ultimate Gateways
Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Record-Breaking #2 Hits – The Band That Never Hit #1
The Top 5 Neil Diamond Songs – Celebrating a Rock & Pop Legend
Breaking Down U2’s The Joshua Tree – The Iconic 80s Album That Almost Didn’t Happen
Chris Robinson on The Black Crowes’ She Talks to Angels – The Blues Rock Revival of the 90s
The Story Behind The Who’s Baba O’Riley – The 70s Rock Anthem That Almost Didn’t Happen
Ann Wilson of Heart on Working with Led Zeppelin & Performing Stairway to Heaven
The Story Behind The Smiths’ Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want – The Saddest 80s Song
The Story Behind Pink Floyd’s Comfortably Numb – How Roger Waters & David Gilmour Created a Masterpiece
Patrick Leonard on Madonna’s Like a Prayer – The 1989 Pop Anthem That Sparked Controversy
The Story Behind Fleetwood Mac’s Dreams – Stevie Nicks’ Heartfelt Breakup Anthem
80s Mixtape: Stories from Toto, Men at Work, The Church, and More
Top 5 Forgotten 70s Songs You Need to Hear – Featuring Artist Interviews
The Story Behind The Beatles’ Perfect Double A-Side – Penny Lane & Strawberry Fields Forever
The Story Behind The Grass Roots’ Let’s Live for Today – A 60s Hidden Gem That Comforted Soldiers
The Misunderstood Meaning Behind Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Sweet Home Alabama
Rupert Holmes on the Story Behind Escape (The Piña Colada Song) – A Hit in Both the 70s & 80s
Steve Kilbey on The Church’s Under the Milky Way – The Haunting 1988 Rock Hit
Exclusive Interview & Tribute to Mary Wilson of The Supremes
5 Forgotten Glam Metal Gems of the 80s – Featuring Warrant, Great White, Mötley Crüe & More
Sammy Hagar vs. David Lee Roth – How Eddie Van Halen Defined the Debate
How Tom Petty Proved His Label Wrong with Free Fallin’
The Story Behind I've Had the Time of My Life – The Hit That Defined Dirty Dancing
The 90s Heart Hit Ann Wilson Disliked – The Story Behind All I Wanna Do Is Make Love to You
Top 5 Iconic Rock Eyewear – Featuring Bono, Slash, and Stevie Nicks
How Depeche Mode Crafted the Synth-Pop Masterpiece Black Celebration
The Byrds Tell the Psychedelic Story Behind “Eight Miles High”
5 Forgotten 80s Songs You Need to Revisit: Berlin, Bobby Brown, White Lion & More
Sammy Hagar on Writing Van Halen’s Underrated 80s Gem “Best of Both Worlds” with Eddie Van Halen
Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October on the Story Behind the 2006 Rock Hit “Hate Me”
Top 5 Most Iconic Eyewear Looks of the Rock Era
The Legacy of Charley Pride: Country Music Trailblazer and Icon
The Making of Guns N’ Roses’ Appetite for Destruction: Axl, Slash & the Chaos Behind a Rock Masterpiece
Yusuf / Cat Stevens on the Redemption and Legacy of Tea for the Tillerman and Mona Bone Jakon
The Darkness on Creating “I Believe in a Thing Called Love” and Reviving Glam Rock for a New Generation
How AC/DC Created “Thunderstruck”: Angus Young’s Riff, Brian Johnson’s Vocals, and the Legend Behind the Anthem
U2 in the 90s: The Stories Behind 5 Bold Songs That Redefined Their Sound
Bruce Springsteen’s Underrated 80s Gem That Became a Modern Relationship Standard
Eric Burdon of The Animals on Creating the Folk Rock Classic “House of the Rising Sun”
How the Bee Gees Rose from Collapse to Conquer the 70s: Top 5 Songs of the Gibb Brothers
5 Hidden Gems by The Cure You Need to Hear: Deep Cuts That Define Robert Smith's Genius
Ann Wilson on the Origins of Heart and the Story Behind Their 70s Classic "Magic Man"
How "Live to Tell" and "Papa Don’t Preach" Turned Madonna into a Serious Artist in 1986
The Story Behind Toto’s Underrated Ballad “I Won’t Hold You Back” from TOTO IV
Tribute Interview with Tony Lewis of The Outfield: The Voice Behind 80s Power Pop Classics
The Story Behind Glass Tiger’s 1987 Ballad “Someday” with Alan Frew and Sam Reid
Remembering Johnny Nash and the Legacy of His #1 Hit “I Can See Clearly Now”
The Story of Pat Benatar's Rise to Rockstar and Her 5 Greatest Songs
Eddie Van Halen Tribute: Top 5 Songs from Both the David Lee Roth & Sammy Hagar Eras
Gilbert O'Sullivan on Writing the 1972 #1 Hit "Alone Again (Naturally)" at Age 21
Tribute to Helen Reddy and Mac Davis | Remembering Their Legacy Through Music
Top 5 Forgotten 80s Songs You Need to Revisit | Pop Fix
Build Your Dream Supergroup: Who Makes the Cut? | On The Fly
Top 5 Genesis Songs of the 80s Featuring Phil Collins
1984 vs. 1987: Which Was Music’s Best Year?
Sammy Hagar on Joining Van Halen & Creating the 80s Anthem “Dreams”
Bryan Adams' 1980s Reign: From “Summer of ’69” to “Heaven”
The Doobie Brothers on Creating the 1973 Classic “China Grove”
Kenny Loggins and Stevie Nicks on the Yacht Rock Classic “Whenever I Call You Friend”
5 Overlooked 80s Gems Featuring OMD, Night Ranger, A-Ha, and More
5 Forgotten 90s Songs Featuring Tonic, LIT, Sponge, Garbage, and More
How The Smiths Created “There Is a Light That Never Goes Out”
David Gilmour’s Greatest Vocal Performances with Pink Floyd
Toto on the Real-Life Inspiration Behind Their 1982 Hit “Rosanna”
Journey’s Underrated 1981 Gem “Stone in Love” Deserved to Be a Hit
Welcome to Professor of Rock: Your Backstage Pass to Music History
Top 5 Forgotten 80s Songs You HAVE to Hear
Story of 80s Hair Metal Power ballad Heaven by Warrant
The Story EVERY Steve Vai Fan Should Know
Alan Parsons Story of Pink Floyd Album The Dark Side Of The Moon
WHAM! In the 80s George Michael & Andrew Ridgeley Make it BIG
Hearts Ann Wilson on Story of 70s Classic Crazy On You
A Flock Of Seagulls Frontman on 1980s HIT I Ran (So Far Away)
This 1980s ROCKER Should’ve been a #1 Hit
Men At Work Frontman on 80s Classic Down Under
Mr. Mister on 80s Hit Broken Wings
Why Peter Cetera is Pop Music's Natural
Story of Soft Rock 70s Hit Baker Street by Gerry Rafferty
Earth Wind & Fire - A Tribute to the Greatness
Everclear's Art Alexakis on Story Behind 90s Hit Classic Father Of Mine
Howard Jones - Story of 80s Hit New Song with Gary Numan
How Pet Shop Boys Rose from the Ashes in the 80s
Cutting Crew's 1987 Hidden Gem
Stories of Woodstock told by Canned Heat
The Real Story Behind Prince and Basketball
Huey Lewis Tells the Story behind 80s Hit Heart and Soul
Alan Parsons Shares Stories about The Beatles
Jane’s Addiction Frontman Perry Farrell on 80s Hard Rock Hit
Steve Vai on how He and David Lee Roth created 80s Hit Yankee Rose
AC DC Should've Hit #1 With This Song
Kevin Cronin on Writing REO Speedwagon’s 70s Classic “Roll with the Changes”
What is Ann Wilson's FAVORITE Heart song AND It's Story
Why Kate Bush is an Art Pop Genius
U2’s Rise in the 80s: From Boy to The Joshua Tree
Kenny Loggins on His Epic 1982 Duet with Steve Perry “Don’t Fight It”
Mike Peters of The Alarm on the Meaning Behind the 1985 Anthem “Strength”
Don Henley’s Solo Journey After The Eagles: From “Dirty Laundry” to “The Heart of the Matter”
Mike Ness of Social Distortion on Covering Johnny Cash’s “Ring of Fire”
Toto’s Steve Lukather and David Paich on Recording Michael Jackson’s Thriller
5 Underrated 90s Songs Featuring Richard Marx, The Outfield, and More
Depeche Mode’s Tumultuous and Triumphant Journey Through the 90s
How Bon Jovi Rose to Fame with Anthems of Hope and Resilience
Heart's Ann Wilson on Covering Stairway to Heaven
Why The Cure’s “Just Like Heaven” Is the Perfect 80s Pop Song
How Duran Duran Blended Style and Substance to Rule the 80s and Beyond
Celebrating Little Richard: The Founding Father of Rock, Soul, and Funk
Sammy Hagar on Van Halen’s 1988 Hit “When It’s Love”
5 Forgotten 80s Songs Featuring Rick Springfield, Thompson Twins, Loverboy & More (Vol. 3)
Lita Ford on the Runaways’ Punk Rock Anthem “Cherry Bomb”
What Made The Cars Stand Out in the New Wave Era
Jim Peterik on Survivor and the Vocal Power Behind Their 80s Rock Anthems
5 Overlooked 80s Songs Featuring Hall & Oates, The Church, and More (Vol. 2)
Why Brenda Russell’s “Piano in the Dark” Deserved to Be a #1 Hit
Remembering Bill Withers: The Voice of Soulful Simplicity and Grace
How Depeche Mode Became Post-Punk Pioneers with “People Are People” and Beyond
Whatever Happened to Greatest Hits Albums? A Look at a Lost Music Staple
Behind the Biggest Hit Songs of 1990: Janet Jackson, Vanilla Ice, Bon Jovi & More
The 80s New Wave Hit That Deserved to Be #1: Depeche Mode, OMD, The Cure & More
Celebrating Donna Summer’s Influence Across Disco, Pop, and Beyond
How Music Heals: Brian Wilson, Carlos Santana, Joe Elliott & More on the Power of Song
Honoring Kenny Rogers: The Story Behind His Greatest Songs
Inspiration Behind the 1985 #1 Hits
Who are the Beatles of the 80s?
Gladys Knight, The Empress of Soul
Into The Night by Benny Mardones
The Genesis of Phil Collins
A Tribute to Neil Peart
Brad Delp Is Criminally Underrated
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3 Essential Dan Fogelberg Songs and Why His Voice Still Resonates
Why Huey Lewis Deserves More Credit as an 80s Music Icon
Josie Dunne: Exploring Her Lyrics, Albums, and Artistic Inspiration
Why Mike Ness Carries the Legacy of Johnny Cash
Three Songs That Snuck Up and Blew Me Away
The Top 3 Songs from Movies
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Pat Leonard on Madonna's Like A Prayer
The Doobie Brothers on The Story Behind Long Train Running
Kurt Cobain - An Alternative Rock Hero
Roger McGuinn Before The Byrds
The origins of Jason Mraz
My Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Picks
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5 (Forgotten) 80s Songs You HAVE to hear
Honoring James Ingram: The Soulful Voice Behind “Just Once” and “Somewhere Out There”
Top Artist Comeback Stories of ALL Time
Who is the Professor of Rock?
Todays Music Will Be Forgotten
Best 80's Cheating Songs
“Of A Lifetime” (live) by Journey Through Time
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Neal Schon of Journey plays National Anthem
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