English new-romantic pop group Spandau Ballet, May 1983. Left to right: John Keeble, Gary Kemp, Tony Hadley, Martin Kemp, Steve Norman (Photo by Dave Hogan/Getty Images) The 1980s had plenty of hits,…
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5 Songs That Prove Paul McCartney’s Songwriting Peaked Between 1970 and 1975
Singer-songwriter Paul McCartney of British rock group Wings, pictured wearing a neck scarf in an office in London circa 1975. (Photo by Michael Putland/Getty Images) Paul McCartney has been a mainstay in…
Born 111 Years Ago Today in Missouri, the “Clown Prince of Country Comedy” Who Entertained Audiences on ‘The Porter Wagoner Show’
Gilbert “Speck” Rhodes. (Photo courtesy of Facebook) First airing in 1961, The Porter Wagoner Show—named for its host—entertained audiences for more than 20 years. Featuring performances from future country music A-listers like…
3 Songs That Prove 1984 Was the Defining Year for 80s Pop
The 80s redefined pop music as we know it. Here are a few songs that prove 1984 was a game-changing year for pop music, but especially 80s music. “What’s Love Got To…
4 of the Best Intergenerational Collaborations Between Musicians From the 20th and 21st Centuries
CHICAGO, IL – AUGUST 6: Mavis Staples (L) and Jeff Tweedy perform as part of Lollapalooza 2010 at Grant Park on August 6, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images)…