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MTV launched in 1981 with a simple but revolutionary idea: play music videos all day, every day. Its first broadcast, “Video Killed the Radio Star,” turned out to be more than clever symbolism. For rock fans, MTV became a front-row seat to the biggest bands on the planet, changing how audiences connected with artists and […]

January 6, 1973 doesn’t get the same hype as Woodstock or Star Wars, but for Gen X, it quietly rewired our brains. That was the day Schoolhouse Rock first aired, slipping between Saturday morning cartoons like a cool substitute teacher with a guitar. You weren’t expecting a lesson, but suddenly you were humming facts you’d […]

‘Turn Me Loose’ stands as one of the defining anthems of early 1980s arena rock and the song that firmly established Loverboy as an international force. Released in late 1980, the track appeared on the band’s self-titled debut album, Loverboy, and quickly became a calling card for the Vancouver-based group’s high-energy blend of hard rock […]

‘Hold On Loosely’ by 38 Special is one of the defining anthems of early 1980s rock, capturing a moment when Southern rock was evolving into a more polished, radio-friendly sound without losing its emotional core. Released in 1981, the song appeared on the band’s album Wild-Eyed Southern Boys and quickly became their breakthrough hit, introducing […]

2026 marks 50 years since an incredible run of films hit theaters in 1976, and many of them left us lines that still live rent-free in our heads. Here’s a few with some famous or often-quoted lines that helped cement their legacy. Taxi Driver – “You talkin’ to me?” A line so iconic it practically […]

Robert Palmer’s ‘Bad Case of Loving You (Doctor, Doctor)’ stands as one of the most recognizable rock-pop singles of the late 1970s and marks a pivotal moment in his career. Released in 1979, the song appeared on Palmer’s sixth studio album, Secrets, an album that helped transition him from a respected, genre-blending artist into a […]

Poison’s ‘Something to Believe In’ stands as one of the band’s most heartfelt and socially conscious songs, offering a striking contrast to their typical party-rock anthems. Released in 1990 on the album Flesh & Blood, the track showcased Poison’s ability to address serious issues while maintaining the melodic hooks that had made them a glam-metal […]

U2’s ‘New Year’s Day’ stands as one of the band’s most iconic and politically resonant tracks, marking a turning point in their career as they transitioned from post-punk upstarts into international rock superstars. Released in January 1983 as the lead single from their third studio album, War, the song introduced a darker, more urgent sound […]

The screen confirms what Gen X already knows in its bones. As of today, January 1, 2026, MTV has shut down its remaining music and supplemental video channels. MTV Live, MTV 80s, MTV 90s, and the last spaces dedicated to music on television are gone. MTV itself still exists, but no longer as a music […]

1986 rock albums turn 40 in 2026, showcasing the era's defining sounds and lasting impact.

‘Auld Lang Syne’ is one of the most enduring and universally recognized songs in the world, sung every New Year’s Eve as a symbol of reflection, friendship, and nostalgia. Its origins trace back centuries to traditional Scottish folk music, but it was Robert Burns who, in 1788, collected and refined the lyrics for publication in […]

ZZ Top’s cover of ‘I Thank You’ has long been a centerpiece of their live shows, showcasing the band’s playful energy, blues-rock chops, and ability to connect with audiences. Originally recorded for their 1979 album Degüello, the song quickly transitioned from the studio to the stage, becoming a fan favorite that epitomized ZZ Top’s dynamic […]