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Rock bands that replaced lead singers often achieved greater success, from AC/DC to Pink Floyd.

Released in 1993, ‘Shine’ became the breakthrough hit that launched Collective Soul into mainstream rock success during the height of the alternative rock explosion of the 1990s. While many listeners assumed the band was part of the grunge movement coming out of Seattle, Collective Soul actually formed in Stockbridge and brought a cleaner, more melodic […]

What will be monster night from Dave Matthews Band. This setlist had everything longtime fans want: hits, deep cuts, jams, surprises and the kind of musicianship that reminds you why this band still packs venues after all these years. They kick the doors open with “Ants Marching,” instantly turning the crowd into a giant singalong. […]

Released in 1977, ‘Baby Hold On’ was the breakthrough single that introduced Eddie Money to rock audiences across America. The song appeared on Money’s self-titled debut album, Eddie Money, and helped launch a career that would eventually produce some of the most recognizable rock hits of the late 1970s and 1980s. Before becoming a musician, […]

Released in 1982, ‘She’s Tight’ represents a key moment in the evolution of Cheap Trick as they adapted to the changing sound and style of early ’80s rock. The track appeared on their album One on One, a record that found the band balancing their established power pop roots with a more polished, radio-friendly production […]

The Eagle 500: Countdown of the 500 Greatest Classic Rock Songs of All Time! ENTER THREE SONGS BELOW! Memorial Day Weekend is made for loud guitars, open roads and the kind of songs that still sound just as good blasting through the speakers as they did the first time you heard them. This year, Houston’s […]

Released in 1980, ‘Treat Me Right’ became one of the defining early hits for Pat Benatar and helped solidify her place as a powerful voice in rock music at the dawn of the MTV era. The song appeared on her second studio album, Crimes of Passion, which proved to be her commercial breakthrough and a […]

Few songs capture hope and perseverance quite like ‘Don’t Stop Believin” by Journey, and its creation story is just as compelling as its message. Released in 1981 on the album Escape, the track was the result of a highly collaborative and surprisingly meticulous songwriting and recording process. The foundation of the song began with keyboardist […]

Billy Joel, the legendary Piano Man, has a prolific music career spanning decades, multiple marriages, and health challenges, yet remains a touring powerhouse.

Few songs in hard rock history hit with the raw force and swagger of ‘Whole Lotta Rosie’ by AC/DC. Released in 1977 on the album Let There Be Rock, the track became one of the band’s most enduring live anthems, fueled by grit, humor, and the unmistakable voice of Bon Scott. What makes the song […]

‘Fight Fire with Fire’ by Kansas represents a striking evolution in the band’s sound during the early 1980s, blending their progressive rock roots with a sharper, more radio-friendly edge. Released in 1983 as the lead single from the album Drastic Measures, the song marked a pivotal moment in Kansas’ history—both musically and internally. By the […]

Happy Cinco de Mayo… or, if you’re just here for the cold beer and good food, the soundtrack matters, even if you don’t know every name on it. Billboard put together a playlist that hits the basics and then some. It’s not about being an expert. It’s about the feel. Here are some highlights: You’ve […]