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 […]
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and for those looking to curate the perfect playlist for a romantic night with the one you love, rock music has plenty to offer! RELATED: 15 Romantic Road Trips in Texas for Valentine’s Day RELATED: ROCK MOMENT – Tesla ‘Love Song’ From soft rock love songs of the […]
Listen up, because your favorite vinyl legends make today’s “divas” look like choir boys. We’ve all called out of work with a “headache,” but when you’re selling out stadiums, the excuses get a whole lot weirder. If you thought a little rain could stop the rock, think again, these legends had much stranger problems on […]
Keith Richards: The Shepard’s Pie ShowdownYou’d think the human riff would prep for a stadium show with something exotic, but no, Keith Richards is famously obsessed with a humble Shepard’s Pie. However, there’s a catch that would make any roadie sweat: Keef must be the one to “break the crust.” Legend has it that if […]
The Rolling Stones’ Sticky Fingers, released in April 1971, stands as one of the most iconic albums in rock history, both for its groundbreaking music and its unforgettable cover art. The album marked a turning point for the band, as it was their first release on their own label, Rolling Stones Records, giving them full […]
Let’s say the quiet part loud: Cheap Trick is the greatest rock band of all time and no, we’re not bowing to sacred cows, dusty legends or music-history homework assignments. Yes, The Beatles rewrote the rulebook. Yes, The Rolling Stones perfected danger, but greatness isn’t about who showed up first. It’s about who showed up […]
Dec 22, 1972 — The Rolling Stones — Goats Head Soup U.S. release Includes hits like “Angie.” Peaked on the charts right at year’s end, cementing late-era Stones dominance. Dec 23, 1968 — The Who — Magic Bus Single Release (UK) This week marks the UK single drop, a driving mod-rock track that became a staple of live shows. […]
The Beatles — The Beatles’ Christmas Record (Dec 17, 1963) The Fab Four’s fan-club holiday message became a cherished collectible and kicked off their annual holiday tradition. The Rolling Stones — Their Satanic Majesties Request (Dec 1967 impact week) Released earlier in December, this week marks its U.S. chart breakout, with “She’s a Rainbow” starting its climb.
Dec 16 — Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top), born 1949 The bearded blues-rock wizard himself. Tone for days. Dec 16 — Benny Anderson (ABBA), born 1946 More pop than rock, but songwriting that influenced everyone. Dec 18 — Keith Richards (The Rolling Stones), born 1943 Human riff machine. Indestructible. Possibly immortal.
Come on, it’s a killer riff that separates rock gods from roadies. You’ve heard it once and you’re air-guitaring down the highway in your car like it’s 1985 and your mullet still grew itself. These riffs weren’t songs, they were revolutions and they rewrote your DNA. Here is the list of the 10 most iconic […]
When the Rolling Stones recorded ‘Happy‘ in 1972, it became one of the most spontaneous—and iconic—moments in their long and legendary career. Featured on their Exile on Main St. album, the song stood out not only because of its raw, infectious energy, but also because it was one of the few Stones hits to feature […]
October has played host to some of rock’s most defining moments. It’s the month The Who released Tommy, Elton John dropped Goodbye Yellow Brick Road and Def Leppard made their live U.S. debut. Rock legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Lindsey Buckingham and Tommy Lee all celebrate birthdays this month, while fans remember the losses of Tom Petty and […]