Portrait of members of the American Rock group ZZ Top as they pose backstage at the Metro Center, Rockford, Illinois, February 8, 1984. Pictured are, from left, Dusty Hill, Billy Gibbons, and…
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3 Essential Country Albums From the 1980s That Criminally Never Went Platinum (But Should Have)
Dolly Parton, who released one of the best country albums of the 1980s When the topic of nostalgic country music comes up in conversation, many people either look to the outlaw movement…
4 First-Time Singles That Became Major Hits in the 80s
When it comes to first impressions, these songs are pretty much the blueprint. From The Go-Go’s to R.E.M., here are some of the best first-time singles from the 80s. “We Got The…
3 Rock Songs That Sound Completely Different Once You Know Who Inspired Them
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – JULY 18: Eddie Vedder of Pearl Jam performs live on stage at Paradiso on July 18, 1993 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. These rock songs are deeply narrative. We can see…
5 of the Grooviest Songs Turning 50 This Year That Still Make Me Want to Dance
Photo by Michael Putland/Getty Images The late 1970s ushered in a distinct blend of rock, funk, disco, and soul, easily making the songs from that era, including songs from 1976 specifically, the…