The Doors’ ‘Light My Fire‘ remains one of the most enduring songs in rock history, a track that not only launched the band’s career but also became a cultural landmark. Released on their 1967 self-titled debut album, it was primarily written by guitarist Robby Krieger, though the whole band—Krieger, Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, and John […]
The late Val Kilmer was a massive movie icon of the 1980s and 1990s, known for his ability to fully immerse himself into his characters. From portraying fictional rockstars like Nick Rivers and real ones like Jim Morrison and Elvis Presley, to wild west legends like Doc Holliday and caped crusaders like Batman, Kilmer put […]
Rock music has seen a variety of great debut records over the decades, from commercial juggernauts like Guns N’ Roses‘ Appetite for Destruction, to genre definers like the Ramones‘ Ramones and sleeper hits like Montrose‘s Montrose. Some artists have had the fortune, or misfortune, of their debut album being the band’s best to date. RELATED: 20 […]
No one is perfect – this includes many of our favorite rock legends. While their legacies were built on the backs of exceptional records and singles that cemented their legendary status, some albums turned out to be stinkers. Related: 25 Forgotten Hair Metal Songs That are Awesome Related: Grab Your Popcorn: 25 Iconic Rock Songs […]