‘Blaze of Glory’ marked a major turning point in Jon Bon Jovi’s career, becoming his first and most successful solo hit while also tying his music to Hollywood storytelling. Released in 1990 as the lead single from his debut solo album of the same name, the song was written specifically for the Western film Young […]
Classic rock is built on longevity — the kind that keeps bands on the road for decades and songs on the radio for generations. However, staying together that long is rare, and even the biggest names in rock history have seen lineups shift with time, tragedy and reinvention. RELATED: 20 Rock Bands That Should’ve Been […]
Bon Jovi’s ‘You Give Love a Bad Name’ is one of the defining rock anthems of the 1980s and the song that catapulted the New Jersey band from rising stars to global superstars. Released in 1986 as the lead single from their third album, Slippery When Wet, the track marked a turning point in the […]
When some of rock’s biggest names left their legendary bands, fans wondered if lightning could strike twice. Turns out, it often did. From Beatles to Black Sabbath, these icons didn’t just survive outside their groups — they thrived, reshaping their sound and proving their star power was no fluke. RELATED: Rest in Peace: Rock Stars […]