Which Creepy Clown are you?

Now it’s time for you to find which creepy clown are you. Take the quiz to find out now!

The Spanish born entertainer Charo turns 74

Born in Spain, Charo became one of the biggest names in the American entertainment during the 1970’s, though famous mostly for her singing and comedy skills, as a child she studied classical guitar and was mentored by one of that field’s great performers, Andres Segovia

Top 10 Most Famous Stephen King’s Books adapted to movies and TV

Stephen King has been one of the most successful authors of the last 5 decades. In this list, it’s compiled not necessarily Stephen King’s best-selling books, but instead, the most popular ones

The Hollywood icon Faye Dunaway celebrates 84

Known for her captivating performances and screen presence, Dunaway has built a successful career spanning over six decades, since her breakthrough role in 1967 with “Bonnie and Clyde,” where her portrayal of Bonnie Parker earned her an Academy Award nomination

Celebrate Dave Grohl’s 56th birthday with the Top 12 Foo Fighters music videos

Dave Grohl became famous as the drummer for Nirvana during their most successful years from 1990 to 1994. With Nirvana he recorded the studio albums “Nevermind” in 1991 and “In Utero” in 1993 and with the Foo Fighters he has enjoyed a continuous successful career since their debut in 1995. To celebrate Dave Grohl’s 56th birthday, here’s 12 of the best and most entertaining Foo Fighters music videos

“Have You Ever Feel You’re Being Cheated?” The Sex Pistols play their final gig with Sid Vicious on this day in 1978

By 1978 the Sex Pistols were already the leaders of the Punk Rock music movement, but on January 14th, during their infamous American Tour, the band decided to call it quit and played their last show at the San Francisco Winterland

The British actor Orlando Bloom celebrates 48

Orlando Bloom’s career took off with the success of “The Lord of the Rings” followed by his role as Will Turner in Disney’s “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise

The actor Patrick Dempsey celebrates 59

Best known for his role as Dr. Derek “McDreamy” Shepherd on the hit medical drama “Grey’s Anatomy,” Dempsey skyrocketed to fame during the 1980’s by appearing in iconic romantic comedies such as “Can’t Buy Me Love”

The actress and comedian Julia Louis-Dreyfus celebrates 64 today

Known for her impeccable comedic timing and memorable roles, her career-defining role came as Elaine Benes on the iconic sitcom “Seinfeld”

On this day in 1984 BBC bans the Frankie Goes To Hollywood song “Relax”

When Frankie Goes To Hollywood released “Relax” in 1983, they couldn’t imagine the controversy that would arise around their debut single when in 1984 BBC bans the song

Johnny Cash plays a legendary live concert at the Folsom State Prison on this day in 1968

After his 1955 song “Folsom Prison Blues,” Johnny Cash had been interested in recording a performance at a prison and on January 13th, 1968, he finally played a live concert at the Folsom State Prison in California that became one of Rock and Country Music seminal moments

The musician and filmmaker Rob Zombie celebrates 60 today

With a career spanning for decades, Zombie has become a leading figure in both the rock music and horror film genres since he first rose to fame in the late 1980’s as the frontman of the band White Zombie

Zack de la Rocha, the lead singer of the 1990’s politically charged Alternative/Metal band Rage Against the Machine celebrates 55 today

Zack de la Rocha became famous back in the early 1990’s as the lead singer for Alternative/Metal band Rage Against the Machine who back then were notable for their political protest songs with explosive and controversial lyrics. The band came to prominence with their successful debut album “Rage Against the Machine” released in 1992 and that included the songs “Killing in the Name” and “Bullet in the Head”

The Village People iconic “Red Indian” Felipe Rose turns 71 today

Felipe Rose, one of Village People’s original members and also one of the most recognizable ones as the “Red Indian,” remained in the group since its beginning until 2017, having scored worldwide hits with songs such as “Y.M.C.A.” “In The Navy” and “Macho Man.” Today he turns 71

The influential Long John Baldry was born on this day in 1941

Long John Baldry might be remembered by some only for his 1967 hit “Let the Heartaches Begin,” but he was much more than that. He gave some of the first professional opportunities to artists such as members of The Rolling Stones, Rod Stewart and Elton John and served as their mentor; Elton adopted John as his name to honor him. We look back at his influential life and career on his birthday

The Kingsmen were No.1 on the US Cash Box music chart with the controversial “Louie Louie”

One of the absolute staples on Rock music, the Kingsmen “Louie Louie” version released in 1963 was the subject of an FBI investigation. On January 1964 it was No. 1 on the US Cash Box music chart

The Bangles founder and guitarist Vicki Peterson was born on this day in 1958

Vicki Peterson founded The Bangles together with her sister Debbi Peterson, and Susanna Hoffs and during the 1980’s enjoyed a worldwide wave of success with songs such as “Manic Monday.” Today she celebrates 67.

Nirvana delivers an explosive performance at Saturday Night Live on this day in 1992

On January 1992 Nirvana appears on Saturday Night Live and deliver a memorable performance that included “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” “Territorial Pissings” and… French kissing

One of the biggest music festivals in the world, Rock in Rio, kicked off 40 years ago today

The first ever edition of Rock in Rio took place in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil on January 11th, 1985, and for 10 days a parade of Rock stars such as Queen, Iron Maiden, Ozzy Osbourne or Rod Stewart among others played for a crowd of an estimated 1.4 million people

The legendary Rod Stewart celebrates 80. Listen and watch the music videos from 12 of the best songs

Rod the Mod came to prominence during the 1960’s as part of the London’s explosive music scene and later as a member of The Jeff Beck Group and The Faces, but as a solo artist, he achieved an impressive number of hits, including 16 top ten singles in the US, with four reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100

Remembering the actor Sal Mineo on his birthday

Recognized for his striking looks and raw talent, he quickly became one of the 1950’s era most celebrated young actors, rising to fame by appearing alongside James Dean in the classic “Rebel Without a Cause”

Remembering the singer and songwriter Scott McKenzie

McKenzie achieved international fame with his 1967 anthem, “San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair),” his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics made him a symbol of the 1960s counterculture movement

Pat Benatar celebrates 72 today

The four-time Grammy Award winner, known for her powerhouse vocals and empowering rock anthems, became one of the most influential artists of the 1980s scoring worldwide hits such as “Love Is a Battlefield” and “We Belong”

Remembering Folk-Rock singer-songwriter Jim Croce

The singer-songwriter Jim Croce came to prominence during the late 60’s with his Folk-Rock songs. Between 1966 and 1973, he released five studio albums and singles. His songs “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” and “Time in a Bottle” reached No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. He was born on this day in 1943

Top 12 1960’s Jimmy Page songs as a session musician

To celebrate the 80th birthday of the legendary Rock God Jimmy Page we’ve selected the Top 12 1960’s tracks where he’s featured as a session musician, from Nico to David Bowie to Petula Clark to The Who and even Shirley Bassey, Page left a deep mark on the 1960’s Rock and Pop scene even before he was famous

The Doors guitarist Robby Krieger turns 79 today

Like every other member of The Doors, Robby Krieger had an important key role on developing the band’s unique sound. He wrote some of the band’s greatest hits such as “Light My Fire,” “Love Me Two Times,” “Touch Me” and “Love Her Madly,” and today he turns 79

David Bowie Birthday Special

A visionary since the very beginning of his career, David Bowie was the legit Pop and Rock chameleon, he was Ziggy Stardust, Halloween Jack, The Thin White Duke and so many others, his influence can be heard, seen and felt in every artistic expression. To celebrate his 78th anniversary we’ve put out a special feature

The Style and Fashion of David Bowie: The Next Day 1980’s-2010’s

David Bowie was during his lifetime one of the most influential musicians and songwriters, but he also was an icon for style, visual and fashion that understood from an early stage of his career the importance of both the music and visual worlds

The Style and Fashion of David Bowie: Sound and Vision 1970’s – 1980’s

The Style and Fashion of David Bowie: Changes 1960’s-1970’s

Celebrate Elvis Presley’s life and legend by watching the 1973 “Aloha from Hawaii Concert”

The famous Elvis Presley concert was broadcast live via satellite on January 14, 1973, and aired in over 40 countries across Asia and Europe, becoming one of his most iconic shows

The Eternal King of Rock N’ Roll Elvis Presley was born on this day in 1935

Elvis Presley still holds his title as the King of Rock N’ Roll even over 47 years after his untimely death, celebrate Elvis’s life, on the day of his 90th Anniversary by looking at some of his best and most iconic photos

Kenny Loggins celebrates 77 today

Loggins has had a prolific career spanning soft rock hits and iconic movie soundtracks, earning the title “King of Movie Soundtracks” with unforgettable and iconic hits like “Footloose” from the film of the same name and “Danger Zone” from Top Gun

Nicolas Cage turns 61: 6 Essential movies from the famous and charismatic actor

Nicolas Cage was born into Hollywood royalty but dropped his famous family name and built one for himself, coming to prominence during the 1980’s and 1990’s playing some of the most memorable and charismatic film characters ever, using what he has named, his own “Nouveau Shamanic” acting method

David Bowie’s “Changes” was released on this day in 1972

Originally released on the album “Hunky Dory” in December 1971 and as a single on January 7, 1972, “Changes” remains one of David Bowie’s most popular and influential songs and became the last song he performed on stage

The fantastic 1980’s TV show “Fame” premiered on this day in 1982

After starting out as a successful movie, “Fame” was adapted to TV and enjoyed the success of the 1980’s dance craze, it premiered on this day in 1982

Remembering the creator of “The Exorcist” William Peter Blatty on his birthday

William Peter Blatty, author and filmmaker wrote the famous Horror masterpiece “The Exorcist” in 1971, he was born on this day in 1928

Actress Anne Schedeen from the 1980’s hit TV series “ALF” was born on this day in 1949

Actress Anne Schedeen is mostly remembered for her Kate Tanner character on the 1980’s TV series “ALF”, she turns 76 today

Remembering the legendary Malcolm Young on his birthday

The driving force behind AC/DC, Malcolm Young was one of the most influential guitar players of all time, he was born on this day in 1953. We look back briefly at his life and career

Pink Floyd’s “Crazy Diamond” Syd Barrett was born on this day in 1946

Syd Barrett was one of the founding members of Pink Floyd and had a key role in developing their early sound between their Psychedelic and experimental period. He was the main vocalist and songwriter until he left the band in 1968. We look back at Barrett’s life and career.

“The Walking Dead” popular actor Norman Reedus turns 56 today

Norman Reedus became one of the most recognizable faces on TV in recent years thanks to the Daryl Dixon character on the hit TV series “The Walking Dead”, he turns 56 today

Remembering The Classic Children’s Education Animated Musical Series Schoolhouse Rock!

One of the most popular TV shows for American and Canadian children, “Schoolhouse Rock” premiered on this day in 1973

1980’s child actor Danny Pintauro from “Who’s The Boss” and “Cujo” turns 49 today

Danny was one of the most familiar faces on TV during the 1980’s when he starred on the popular sitcom “Who’s The Boss”, today Danny turns 49

Shock Rocker Brian Warner aka Marilyn Manson turns 56

Marilyn Manson remains one of the most popular Rockers in the music scene and hasn’t abandoned controversy ever since the 1990’s when he first scandalized conservatives around the world with his looks, attitude and stage attics. Today he turns 56

Actor Ted Lange was born on this day in 1948

Ted Lange is best known for his role as ‘nice guy’ bartender Isaac on TV’s “The Love Boat,” the popular TV actor from the 70’s and 80’s turns 77 today

Remembering Sun Records founder Sam Phillips on his birthday, a man who changed the music world

Sam Phillips had a pivotal role on the initial success of Rock N’ Roll music during the 1950’s with his label Sun Records, that served as a launching platform for Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Ike Turner among others, we look back at some of the highlights of Sun Records history on his 102nd anniversary

Blondie’s co-founder and guitarist Chris Stein turns 75 today

One of the leading musicians of the New Wave Rock music during the late 1970’s and early 1980’s as a guitar player of Blondie, Chris Stein turns 75 today

Diane Keaton turns 79 today

One of the most iconic actresses of all time, Diane Keaton starred in several hit and acclaimed movies such as “The Godfather” and “Annie Hall”. She was born on this day in 1946

Actor Robert Duvall turns 94 today

The veteran and charismatic actor Robert Duvall turns 94 today

The Portishead singer and songwriter Beth Gibbons celebrates 60 today

Known for her hauntingly soulful voice and deeply emotive performances, Gibbons has become a revered figure in the world of music, particularly as the lead singer of the trip-hop band Portishead

Remembering Julian Sands on his birthday

Looking back at the actor’s life and brillant career filled with memorable roles

10 essential music biopics

Biopics are a great way to get injected with some general and pop culture. In this list we pick 10 of the best music related biopics, from the wildlife of Rock Star Jim Morrison to the tortured French Chanson singer Édith Piaf

The influential and unique Michael Stipe turns 65 today

Michael Stipe was pivotal in the development of the Alternative Rock music and remains to this day a huge influence singers, songwriters and artists in general. He formed R.E.M. with guitar player Peter Buck in 1979 and the band was one of the first to successfully cross the boundaries of Indie music to the mainstream. Today Michael Stipe turns 65

Remembering J.R.R Tolkien on his birthday

Throughout Tolkien’s 81 years, who was born on this day in 1892, the author would create some of the most iconic stories in popular culture, which are still celebrated and highly respected by millions around the world today. The English author is considered the father of modern fantasy, his imagination would create many lands and beloved characters which generated an empire with many of his books including “The Hobbit” and “The Lord of the Rings”

Sir George Martin was born on this day in 1926

Sir George Martin became famous as The Beatles producer, he produced all their studio albums except for “Let It Be” and had a very important key role on helping them developing their signature sound. He was born on this day in 1926

The 1970’s and 1980’s Sex Symbol Victoria Principal turns 75 today

Actress Victoria Principal came to prominence as Pamela Barnes on the TV show “Dallas,” her beauty and looks earned her the title of Sex Symbol during the 70’s and 80’s, today she turns 75

Dan Harmon, the creator of successful animation series “Rick and Morty” turns 52 today

Dan Harmon created one of the most contemporary successful animation series “Rick and Morty,” today he turns 52

“Beverly Hills, 90210” actress Gabrielle Carteris turns 64

Gabrielle Carteris, who was already 29 when she played the role of the 15-year-old student Andrea Zuckerman on Beverly Hills, 90210, was the oldest cast member at the time to portray a teenager on the successful 1990’s TV series

1990’s supermodel Christy Turlington is 56 today

The American Vogue magazine creative director Grace Coddington has described Christy Turlington as “the most beautiful woman in the world,” in 1990, at the beginning of the supermodel era, she came to prominence together with other supermodels in the famous George Michael music video “Freedom’90”

The beautiful actress, musician and singer Tia Carrere celebrates 58 today

Tia Carrere’s big screen breakthrough role was as Cassandra, Wayne Campbell’s girlfriend in the 1992 comedy “Wayne’s World,” what some people might not know is that as a singer and musician, her talent has been recognized with a Grammy Award

The 1960’s counter-culture icon Country Joe McDonald celebrates 83 today

In 1967 with West Coast Psychedelic Rock band Country Joe & the Fish, Joe McDonald released the controversial anti-war anthem “The “Fish” Cheer/I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-to-Die Rag” that became emblematic of the 1960’s Woodstock generation as well as the Vietnam veterans of the 1960’s and 1970’s.

Remembering The Queen Of Disco Donna Summer on her birthday

One of the most influential dance music singers of all time, Donna Summer was born on this day in 1948. She had an impressive successful career that included a string of hit singles during the 1970’s such as “I Feel Love” and “Hot Stuff”

Iconic Andy Warhol Superstar “Little” Joe Dallesandro was born on this day in 1948

Joe Dallesandro became one of the absolute icons of the underground culture during the 1960’s and 1970’s, he starred on some of the most memorable Andy Warhol movies and is one of the most famous Andy Warhol’s Superstars, his looks and image have influenced style and fashion for decades now, today he turns 76

Val Kilmer turns 65: Five essential and diversified movies

One of the most talented actors of his generation, Val Kilmer came to prominence during the 1980’s in movies such as “Top Gun,” and solidified his career when he played the role of The Doors singer Jim Morrison in 1991

70 Photographs of Joe Dallesandro: An enduring fashion and style icon

An underground icon, a gay subculture icon and a style icon, with his unique sense of fashion and sensuality, Joe Dallesandro has been one of the most influential men on style and fashion since he first became an Andy Warhol Superstar in the late 1960’s. We’ve put together 70 of Joe’s best photographs to celebrate his birthday

The extraordinary Bo Diddley was born on this day

Bo Diddley created a signature guitar playing style that keeps influencing Rock music to this day and influenced artists from Buddy Holly to the New York Dolls. We look back at the career of one of the most influential Rock guitarists of all time on his birthday

The influential rocker, poet and performer Patti Smith celebrates 78

From Courtney Love to Madonna to R.E.M, Patti Smith’s work has inspired and influenced artists throughout the decades, ever since the release of the 1975 album “Horses”, keeping up an exceptional artistic integrity despite the success her name achieved

1960’s icon and Rolling Stones muse Marianne Faithfull celebrates 78

Marianne Faithfull first came to prominence in 1964 with the Jagger/Richards penned “As Tears Go By” and shortly after became Mick Jagger’s steady girlfriend for over three years until drug addiction stroke her life costing her voice

The Midnight Cowboy Jon Voight turns 86

The actor, who’s also the father of Angelina Jolie, played several memorable roles throughout his career but his signature role and the best remembered may be that one of Joe Buck in the 1969 classic “Midnight Cowboy”

The actor Ted Danson celebrates 77 today

Danson rose to prominence in the 1980s as Sam Malone, the suave bartender on the hit sitcom “Cheers” and has enjoyed ever since a successful career, now spanning decades, becoming a household name through his work in television and film

The actor Jude Law celebrates 52 today

His breakthrough in film came with the 1999 movie “The Talented Mr. Ripley” where his performance as the charismatic Dickie Greenleaf earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor

Remembering the singer-songwriter Alex Chilton

Chilton rose to fame as the lead singer of The Box Tops while still a teenager. The band’s 1967 hit, “The Letter,” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became a timeless classic and his solo career and with Big Star, which spanned several decades has achieved iconic and cult status. He was born on this day in 1950

Acclaimed and awarded actor Denzel Washington turns 70

Five essential movies from Denzel Washington that since the 1980’s has graced the audiences with his talent to portray complex and historical figures

In December 1967, The Doors perform on The Jonathan Winters Show

In December 1967 at the peak of their success and already counting with two controversial incidents in their career, The Ed Sullivan Show and the New Haven Jim Morrison’s stage arrest, The Doors were booked to perform The Jonathan Winters Show and delivered two songs. Watch the performances

The Eternal Marlene Dietrich

The German movie star Marlene Dietrich, one of the most influential and stylish women of all time was born on this day in 1901

Remembering the TV legend Steve Allen

Born on this day in 1921, Allen’s big break came in 1954 when he became the first host of “The Tonight Show” on NBC. Allen’s innovative blend of interviews, comedy sketches, and musical performances revolutionized late-night television and set the standard for generations of hosts to follow

The Danish born Metallica co-founder and drummer Lars Ulrich celebrates 61, watch and listen to some of his best drumming performances

Born into a family of professional tennis players, Lars Ulrich career was until 16 oriented to also be a professional Tennis player but watching Deep Purple in concert as a child changed it all

Horror classic “The Exorcist” premiered on this day in 1973

Horror classic “The Exorcist” stands as one of the finest of its genre and gained a cult following that lasts to this day, based on the William Peter Blatty’s novel of the same name, it premiered on this day in 1973

Remembering the recording studio wizard Phil Spector- Listen to 10 of his essential studio masterpieces

Phil Spector was born 85 years ago today and aside of the controversies and scandals that surrounds his personal life, it is undeniable the influence and contribution that the creator of the “Wall of Sound” gave to music, producing and sometimes co-writing songs for artists such as The Ronettes, Ike and Tina Turner, The Beatles, John Lennon and the Ramones among others

The Danish-Peruvian top model Helena Christensen celebrates 56

During the 1990’s Helena Christensen appeared in the iconic Chris Isaak’s music video “Wicked Game” and was part of the exclusive top model group named “The Magnificent Seven”, today, not fully retired, she turns 56

The memorable “Carrie” Sissy Spacek turns 75 today

In 1976, briefly Andy Warhol Superstar Sissy Spacek, rose to worldwide fan by playing the role of bullied teenager Carrie in the Brian De Palma’s horror masterpiece “Carrie”

Remembering the Hollywood legend Humphrey Bogart

We look back briefly at the charismatic “Maltese Falcon” and “Casablanca” actor that was born 125 years ago today

Remembering influential and famed composer Harry Warren

One of America’s most prolific film composers, Harry Warren, born on this day in 1893, wrote over 800 songs between 1918 and 1981, publishing over 500 of them. Among the well-known Warren songs, are included “I Only Have Eyes for You,” “You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby, “”Jeepers Creepers, ” “The Gold Diggers’ Song (We’re in the Money),” “That’s Amore,” “The More I See You,” “At Last” and “Chattanooga Choo Choo”

A “buddy of many men,” the legendary Lemmy Kilmister was born on this day in 1945

The legendary Lemmy Kilmister was born on this day in 1945

Remembering the glamorous Ava Gardner on her birthday

She’s one of the biggest and most legendary cinema divas from Hollywood’s golden period, Ava Gardner was the star of many movies that she graced with her beauty and glamour, we look back briefly at her life and career

Ricky Martin turns 53 today

Ricky Martin is one of the leading Latin music artists worldwide and was able to cross boundaries and popularize that music style regardless of the language barriers

The singer songwriter, former Italian Top Model and former France’s First Lady Carla Bruni celebrates 57

She was part of 1990’s supermodel pack, dated notable Rock Stars and became herself a singer-songwriter later in that decade. In 2008, she also became the First Lady of France when after marrying the elected president Nicolas Sarkozy, but as she controversially stated, she wouldn’t had voted for him or his party. In recent years, Carla Bruni who turns 57, also released “Miss You,” a cover of a song originally sung by one of her old flames

Eddie Vedder, still alive and doing well at 60

Eddie Vedder became popular as the lead singer of Pearl Jam, one of the leading bands on the Alternative Rock/Grunge movement during the early 90’s. He’s one of the last 90’s Seattle Rockers, today he turns 60

The English actor and filmmaker Ralph Fiennes celebrates 62 today

Fiennes trained at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and began his career on stage. He gained international fame in 1993 with his haunting portrayal of Amon Göth, a Nazi officer, in “Schindler’s List,” a role that earned him an Academy Award nomination

The French singer, actress and model Vanessa Paradis celebrates 52 today

Her career began at just 14 years old when she released the song “Joe le Taxi” in 1987 and later she had a highly publicized relationship with American actor Johnny Depp with whom she shares two children

On this day in 1967 one of the most legendary Christmas parties for Rock fans took place in London

On December 22nd, 1967, Christmas on Earth Continued featured an All-Star lineup that shockingly didn’t had the expected attendance, with names such as The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Pink Floyd among other very strong names, a future huge Rock Star and perhaps the world’s most legendary Rock DJ ever. Check our article to see how much you’d had to pay to attend this amazing Christmas party

Joe Meek’s “Telstar” performed by The Tornados becomes the first US No.1 by a British group in 1962

“Telstar” was named after the Telstar communications satellite and one of the first sci-fi-influenced pop songs, it became the first No.1 by a British group in the U.S but despite its success, it also contributed for Joe Meek’s mental health decline

The Bee Gees brothers Maurice and Robin Gibb were born on this day in 1949

The Bee Gees remains one of the most popular of all time, since the begging of their success during the late 1960’s with a string of Pop hits such as “Words,” “Massachusetts” and “To Love Somebody” till their crowning as Disco music kings during the 1970’s. Twins Maurice and Robin were born on this day in 1946

Remembering the Psychedelic Rock guitar legend James Gurley

James Gurley was one of the San Francisco Psychedelic Rock scene most distinctive guitarists, and with Big Brother and the Holding Company he recorded enduring 1960’s Rock classics such as “Summertime” or “Piece of my Heart”. But the experimental Detroit guitarist had a different life orientation and goal shortly before he moved to San Francisco in the 1960’s

In 1984 Madonna reaches No.1 with “Like A Virgin” for the very first time

Madonna established herself as one of the 1980’s biggest rising Pop stars when her smash hit “Like A Virgin” reached No.1 on the Hot 100 on this day in 1984

Samuel L. Jackson turns 76

Long before he played the role that made him one of the best well known and appreciated actors in the planet, the “Pulp Fiction” character Jules Winnfield, Samuel L. Jackson already had his career, both as a stage actor and on the big screen, in full steam. The Tarantino masterpiece only solidified it

Canadian actor Kiefer Sutherland turns 58

The son of the acclaimed actor Donald Sutherland built a career with a name of his own over the past 40 years both on TV and the big screen, starring in popular films and shows such as “The Lost Boys,” “Stand by Me,” “Flatliners” and 24 among many others

Jane Fonda Turns 87

Actress, TV celebrity, Sex Symbol and activist, Jane Fonda has been in the spotlight over the last six decades as one of the most famous women in the planet. We look back at her life and career on the day she turns 87

Remembering the Beach Boy Carl Wilson on his 78th anniversary

Together with his brothers Brian and Dennis, Carl Wilson made the Beach Boys one of the most successful Rock bands of all time, he wrote and sung lead vocals on many of the band’s hits including “Good Vibrations” and “God Only Knows,” we look back briefly at his productive and influential career

The Legendary Frank Zappa was born on this day in 1940

Frank Zappa is one of the most influential musicians of all time with one of the most diverse and vast bodies of work, with a career that spanned for over 30 years, he was one of the 1960’s most revolutionary artists. He lived a life dedicated to music, arts and performing. Today would have been his 84th anniversary, we recap his life and career

Influential Alternative Rock Bassist Mike Watt Turns 67 today

Mike Watt started his career as a founder and member of the Punk fusion band Minutemen, since the tragic end of the band in 1985 due to the death of singer and guitarist D.Boon, that he has led a very successful career, influencing several bands and artists from Alternative to Grunge and collaborating with names such as Sonic Youth, Dave Grohl, Eddie Vedder, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Frank Black among many others; he also toured as a member of the Stooges in 2003 . We look back at his career

The Disco hit “Ring My Bell” singer Anita Ward turns 68 today

Anita Ward reached No.1 in several charts around the world in 1979 with the Disco hit song “Ring My Bell,” but despite that achievement her career as a singer didn’t turn out well.

The Bangles “Walk Like an Egyptian” all the way to No.1 on the Hot 100 in 1986

We cannot imagine any other version of this 1980’s smash hit, “Walk Like an Egyptian,” but the famous song, who reached No.1 on this day in 1986, was initially offered to two artists before being proposed to The Bangles, find out who

“The Catman” Peter Criss turns 79 today

As a member of KISS, he was known as The Catman, Peter Criss, co-founder, drummer and occasional vocalist of the band turns 79 today and we recap his career

1980’s Pop music icon Limahl turns 66 today

Limahl is mostly remembered for being part of the band Kajagoogoo and for his hit “The Neverending Story” in 1984. With a unique look that even inspired a Marvel superhero, Limahl it’s still one of the most recognizable 80’s Pop music icons. We look back at his life and career to celebrate his 66th anniversary.

Pet Shop Boys version of “Always on My Mind” was No.1 on this day in 1987

The surprising synth-pop version of the Country music classic “Always on My Mind,” popularized by Elvis Presley, gave Pet Shop Boys a worldwide hit, they peaked to No.1 on this day in 1987

Remembering “La Môme” Édith Piaf on her birthday

One of the most legendary singers of all time, Édith Piaf was born in Paris on this day in 1915, with songs such as “La Vie En Rose” she obtained international success and notoriety, we recap her life and career

James Cameron’s “Titanic” was released 27 years ago today on December 19, 1997

27 years ago, in 1997, today one of the biggest blockbusters of all time was released, directed by James Cameron, “Titanic” was a fictional story based on the famous ship disaster. We look back at the now classic

The Life and Style Of The Legendary Keith Richards in Photographs

The Stone Keith Richards it’s eternal, for decades he has embodied the spirit of “Sex, Drugs and Rock N’ Roll”, he also has been a fashion icon since the 1960’s, we revisit on photos his life and style that continues to influence fashion and looks today

The Top 5 Steven Spielberg movies on the day the legendary director turns 78

Steven Allan Spielberg was born on December 18, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

The Legendary Human Riff Keith Richards celebrates 81 today

Keith Richards has been nicknamed “Keef” and The Human Riff”, one of The Rolling Stones founders, he is a strong survivor, and he embodies the Drugs, Sex and Rock N’ Roll motto. Today, Keith turns 81, we look back at his life and career

Brad Pitt was born on this day in 1963

Brad Pitt is one of the most famous and talented contemporary actors, he has starred in several hit movies in a career that started back in the 1980’s. To celebrate his 61st birthday we picked the Top 5 Brad Pitt movies

On this day in 1966 “Dr. Seuss How the Grinch Stole Christmas” premiered on TV

In 1966 “Dr. Seuss How the Grinch Stole Christmas” premiered on TV and since then that the animation classic has since become a Christmas favorite around the world

Big Brother and the Holding Company guitarist Sam Andrew was born on this day in 1941

Guitarist Sam Andrew emerged from the San Francisco Psychedelic Rock music scene during the 1960’s, he formed Big Brother and the Holding Company, that achieved big notoriety with Janis Joplin as a vocalist. He was born on this day in 1941, and we recap his life and career

Remembering Chas Chandler on His Birthday

Chas Chandler was the man behind The Animals bass chords and the responsible for Jimi Hendrix’s rise to fame under his management. We briefly recap the life and career of Chandler on the day of his birthday

The legendary Bad Company and Free vocalist Paul Rodgers turns 75 today

Paul Rodgers owns one of the most powerful and influential vocals in Hard Rock. He came to prominence at a very young age with Free in the late 1960’s and was even thought once to replace Jim Morrison in The Doors. Today he turns 75

The Glam Rock song “Merry Xmas Everybody” by Slade reached No.1 on this day in 1973

Straight from the Glam Rock era “Merry Xmas Everybody” by Slade it’s one of the most enduring and famous Christmas Rock songs, it reached No.1 on this day in 1973

D’oh! The most famous American family in the world, The Simpsons turns 35 today

One of the most successful animated TV series of all time, The Simpsons started their long run on this day in 1989, we look back at the first episode of this now cult show “Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire,” aired on December 17th, 1989

ZZ Top’s Bill Gibbons celebrates 75 today

ZZ Top became famous for their tight-knit sound, blending blues, rock, and boogie influences in songs such as “La Grange” and “Legs”

On December 16, 1993, MTV premieres Nirvana’s unplugged concert

The most popular of all MTV Unplugged concerts was first aired by MTV in the U.S on December 16, 1993, and was later released as an album “Unplugged In New York” in 1994 shortly after Kurt Cobain’s death, and remains one of their most popular and best-selling works

ABBA’s co-founder and songwriter Benny Andersson turns 78, look back at 10 of the very best songs from the Swedish Pop music phenomenon

ABBA was formed in 1972, and quickly became a Swedish Pop sensation, but their international breakthrough came in 1974 when the band won the Eurovision Song Contest for Sweden with “Waterloo” and for eight years, the band scored an impressive string or chain, of No.1 hits all over the planet

Don Johnson Turns 75 today

Don Johnson came to prominence during the 1980’s when he starred on the hit TV series “Miami Vice,” he had a very mediatic marriage with actress Melanie Griffith and tried a career as a Pop singer during the 1980’s

Influential Rock drummer Carmine Appice turns 78 today

Carmine Appice came to prominence during the 1960’s as part of the Psychedelic Rock band Vanilla Fudge, but his career after that has been one of the most diverse and influential in Rock music, being credited as one of the main pioneers and developers of the Heavy Metal and Hard Rock drumming technique. Appice was born 78 years ago today; we briefly recap his career.

Top 10 Best Rock and Pop Christmas Songs

The 1970’s and 1980’s were a strong and fertile ground for Pop and Rock artists to do Christmas songs and turning it into memorable No.1 hits, while not all of the songs on this list are from those decades and not all made it to No.1, they all are memorable and have resisted the test of time for decades

Remembering the 1960’s Fashion icon, actress and singer Jane Birkin

Jane Birkin emerged as a model and actress from the Swinging London scene and ended up in Paris as a singer with Serge Gainsbourg where in 1969 she recorded the controversial duet “Je T’Aime…Moi Non Plus”. An icon of style and beauty, Birkin was born 78 years ago today

Top 12 Out of the Box Christmas Songs

Music it’s a big part of the Christmas everywhere and on this list, we celebrate the best 12 unexpected songs for the season. These are Pop Expresso’s picks for the best 12 Out of the Box songs you weren’t expecting to listen to this Christmas

The Motown Soul classic “I Heard It Through the Grapevine” gives Marvin Gaye his first No.1 in 1968 on the Hot 100

“I Heard It Through the Grapevine” was not initially written for Marvin Gaye, it was rejected as a single by Motown, and only after demanding and heavy airplay on the radio, it was made into a single. Marvin Gaye’s version remains the most acclaimed and popular, it reached No.1 in the Hot 100 on this day in 1968

The versatile and talented actor Steve Buscemi celebrates 67

With a career spanning decade, Buscemi, became known for his distinctive looks, quirky roles in both independent films and mainstream hits, and incredible range as an actor

On this day in 1950, at age 19, James Dean appears for the very first time on TV in a Pepsi commercial

The Pepsi commercial was Dean’s first paid acting gig, less than five years before his untimely death at age 24 and becoming a timeless icon and legend

Remembering the Canadian actor Christopher Plummer

He’ll be forever known as the famous Captain Georg von Trapp from the 1965 classic “The Sound of Music,” but Christopher Plummer, who was born on December 13, 1929, in Toronto, Canada, had a successful career that earned him numerous awards and nominations, a passion of acting that endured until the end of his life

Quiz: Name the Horror icon!

These iconic horror characters have been haunting the big screens and popular culture for years, some, even may have been haunting your dreams. Can you accurately name all of them?

Remembering “The Voice” Frank Sinatra

One of the most iconic entertainers of the 20th century Sinatra’s legacy endures as a symbol of timeless sophistication and talent

The actress Jennifer Connelly celebrates 54 today

Her film debut came with a small role in Sergio Leone’s epic Once Upon a Time in America, but it was her starring role in Labyrinth, opposite David Bowie, that cemented her as a young star in Hollywood

The Doors play their last concert with Jim Morrison at The Warehouse, New Orleans in 1970

In late 1970, The Doors were recording what would be their final studio album with Jim Morrison. Five days after Jim Morrison’s 27th birthday, on December 12th, the band plays at The Warehouse, a popular venue in New Orleans, without knowing it would be the last time the four of them would play together. Read about that evening and what allegedly happened to the tapes that recorded the show.

George Michael’s “Faith” goes No.1 on the Hot 100 in 1987

The song “Faith” gave George Michael his third No.1 single in the U.S Hot 100 as a solo artist and reinforced the former Wham! reputation as one of the greatest contemporary Pop and Rock songwriters. The song peaked to No.1 on the Hot 100 on this day in 1987

The Human League peaks to No.1 with their signature song, the smash hit “Don’t You Want Me” in 1981

Released on 27th November 1981, the synth-pop classic “Don’t You Want Me” gave The Human League their first and only No.1 on this day in 1981

On this day in 1963, The Beatles’ “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” was the No.1 song in the UK

The Beatles famous song “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” was nominated for the Grammy Award for Record of the Year and. On December 12th, 1964, it helped triggering the “Beatlemania” when it climbed to the No.1 charts in the UK

Singer Brenda Lee turns 80 today

Brenda Lee is mostly remembered by her 1960 hit “I’m Sorry,” but prior to that song she already had scored nine consecutive Top 10 Hot 100 songs. The singer was one of the first Country Pop artists to successfully achieve international fame. She was born on this day in 1944

Mötley Crüe’s bass boss Nikki Sixx turns 66 today

Nikki Sixx has been one of the most famous bass players in Rock for over 40 plus years, as a part of Mötley Crüe he scored several hits and lead the Hair Metal movement during the 1980’s, he was born on this day in 1958

The talented bassist Darryl Jones celebrates 63 today

In 1993 Jones joined The Rolling Stones as their bassist. Since then, he has been an integral part of the band, performing on multiple tours and albums, but despite his significant contributions, he has never been officially inducted as a full member of the band

Kenneth Branagh celebrates 64 today

Branagh made a name for himself in cinema with his directorial debut, “Henry V” in 1989, which he also starred in. The film earned him Academy Award nominations for Best Actor and Best Director

The retired actress and model Susan Dey celebrates 72

Dey rose to fame in the 1970s as Laurie Partridge on the hit musical sitcom The Partridge Family, a role that made her a teen idol and won Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in the Drama Series “L.A Law” in 1988

12 Top Placebo Songs

Back in the 1990’s, Placebo stood out due to their androgynous appearance and musical content, that differentiate them from the Brit Pop movement. Singer, guitarist and frontman Brian Molko turns 52 today

Remembering the legendary Otis Redding

Looking back at the life of Otis Redding who died at the peak of his career aged only 26 in a plane crash on December 10th, 1967

The Green Day drummer Tre Cool celebrates 51

Over the decades, Green Day released numerous successful albums, including “American Idiot,” which won a Grammy Award and became a defining rock opera of the 2000s

Donny Osmond celebrates 67 today

Osmond rose to fame as a member of the Osmond family, who achieved significant popularity in the 1960s and 1970s

Remembering Kirk Douglas

Five of the essential movies from the screen legend who in the 21st century was one of the last living actors and witnesses to Hollywood Golden era, born on this day in 1916

On this day in 1967 Jim Morrison gets arrested on stage in New Haven

It is one of Rock music’s most seminal moments, at the height of The Doors popularity in the U.S and one day after celebrating his birthday, Jim Morrison becomes the first Rock star ever to be arrested on stage

10 of the best John Malkovich movies

John Malkovich celebrates 71 today, an actor of a unique talent, that for decades has gifted us with his acting diversity, playing villains on blockbusters or historical character or even grabbing roles in obscure European films

Remembering Sinead O’Connor on her birthday

Sinead O’Connor came to prominence during the early 90’s with the smash hit “Nothing Compares 2 U”, and she had one of the most distinctive voices in music. She was born on this day in 1966

Jim Morrison 81st Anniversary Special

To celebrate the 81st anniversary of the legendary and iconic Jim Morrison, we’ve put together six articles about his life and work, including a recap of his short but significant life, a quiz, a review of all The Doors six studio albums with Morrison, a collection of his best quotes and more

How Well Do You Know Jim Morrison?

Jim Morrison is a legend, his enduring legacy lives on to this day and The Doors songs are timeless, but how well do you know him

27 Quotes by Jim Morrison

During his short lifetime, Jim Morrison gave many interviews and recorded several parts of his poetry. His opinions or insights were often deep, philosophical and visionary and circled around the subjects of freedom and death. We’ve assembled 27 quotes, which is a symbolic number for his 27 years of life, that will give you food for the soul

Jim Morrison: The Eternal Rock Poet

Together with The Doors he made some of the best and most timeless music in Rock, he lived fast, only 27 years, believing the “road to excess” would lead to the “palace of wisdom.” We look back at his influential life and career

John Lennon was murdered on this day in 1980

On December 8th, 1980, Mark David Chapman took John Lennon’s life and stole the world from his talent. We look back at Lennon’s life and career on the anniversary of one of music’s darkest days

The Last Official John Lennon Photo Session

John Lennon’s was murdered on the 8th of December 1980, 44 years ago today. On that tragic day, the photographer Annie Leibovitz met Lennon and his wife Yoko Ono at their flat in The Dakota building in New York to shoot a photo for the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. Five hours after the image was taken, Lennon was killed by Mark David Chapman.

The actor C. Thomas Howell celebrates 58 today

Howell’s acting career took off with his role as Tyler in Steven Spielberg’s “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” in 1982, and he gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Ponyboy Curtis in the 1983 Francis Ford Coppola’s movie “The Outsiders”

The actress Jennifer Carpenter celebrates 45 today

Carpenter’s breakout role came in 2005 with her portrayal of Emily Rose in “The Exorcism of Emily Rose,” and gained widespread recognition for her role as Debra Morgan in the Showtime series “Dexter”

Tom Waits celebrates 75 today

With an immense and respected body of work often blends elements of blues, jazz, and vaudeville, he created a unique sound that has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base

In 1969 Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love” was released in the US

The opening track on the band’s second album, “Led Zeppelin II,” “Whole Lotta Love” was released in the United States on November 1969, but despite ruling the music scene during the 1970’s, the song became the band’s only top 10 single in the US

The legendary guitarist Randy Rhoads was born on this day in 1956

The Quiet Riot founder and Ozzy Osbourne’s band first guitarist, Randy Rhoads, is regarded as defining heavy metal lead guitar. He played a key role on developing Ozzy’s solo career signature sound and has influenced countless guitar players over the years. Randy passed away in 1982 at 25 but his strong legacy lives on. We recap his life and career

The influential R.E.M. guitar player Peter Buck was born on this day in 1956

The R.E.M. founder and guitar player Peter Buck it’s one Alternative Rock’s most popular artists. Aside of R.E.M. Buck has collaborated with numerous artists and bands, being as a musician or producer, he was pivotal in the development of the Alternative Rock music and to this day a huge influence among guitar players and songwriters. We recap his life and career

Roy Orbison passed away 36 years ago today

The influential singer and songwriter Roy Orbison left a more than thirty years legacy of absolute music classics such as “Crying,” “In Dreams,” “Oh Pretty Woman” and “You Got It.” On December 6th, 1988, Orbison passed away suddenly at the age of 52. We recap his life and career

The Rolling Stones’ Altamont Speedway Free Festival: The final stab on the 1960’s peace and love generation

December 6th, 1969, became one of the darkest days on Rock history, along with the Manson Family murders, The Rolling Stones’ Altamont Speedway Free Festival in California, gave the final stab on the 1960’s peace and love generation

Europe rules the world with “The Final Countdown” in 1986

Inspired lyrically by David Bowie’s “Space Oddity,” Europe’s “The Final Countdown” reached number one in 25 countries, including the United Kingdom on December 6th, 1986

12 Of Little Richard’s Best Quotes

The legendary Rocker was never too shy to speak his mind whatever was his state of spirit or mind. Here’s 12 of his best quotes

The influential film director Fritz Lang was born on this day in 1890

The Austrian born Fritz Lang directed some of the most memorable masterpieces of Cinema’s early days including “Metropolis” and “M”

The Essential 12 Walt Disney Classics

Check these 12 absolute Disney classics to celebrate the 123rd birthday of the, sometimes controversial, but also important figure in the history of animation and cultural history.

Remembering the legendary self-proclaimed “Queen Of Rock N’ Roll” Little Richard on his birthday

“Elvis may be the King of Rock and Roll, but I am the Queen. ” Said Little Richard once. One of the founding fathers of Rock and an influential figure in popular music and culture for seven decades, with his dynamic music and charismatic showmanship, he laid the foundation for Rock N’ Roll, his music played a key role in the formation of other popular music genres. We couldn’t imagine Rock music without Little Richard. Born 92 years ago today, we look back at his life and career

37 years ago, Belinda Carlisle gets her only Hot 100 No.1 in 1987 with “Heaven Is a Place on Earth”

Featuring very special guests, “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” became Belinda Carlisle’s signature song, it peaked to No.1 on the Hot 100 in 1987

Top 10 Christmas Movies

It’s Christmas time again, and today we present you our list of the Top 10 Christmas Movies. For this list we included only feature length movies, we excluded short movies and TV movies. Do you agree with our list? Comment to give your opinion!

Top 10 Christmas Horror Movies

It’s Christmas time again, and sometimes, the silent night can be the deadliest of all nights. Today we present you our list of the Top 10 Christmas Horror Movies. For this list we included only feature length movies, we excluded short movies and TV movies. Do you agree with our list? Comment to give your opinion!

Remembering Tony Todd

Born on this day in 1954, the horror icon Tony Todd’s breakthrough came in 1990 when he starred as the iconic and terrifying Candyman in the film of the same name.

Dennis Wilson, the freedom lover Beach Boy was born on this day in 1944

Dennis Wilson co-founded the Beach Boys with his brothers Carl and Brian as a drummer, but despite the band’s image and name he was the only real surfer on it. Dennis was a freedom lover and a bohemian; he crossed paths with Charles Manson and The Manson Family and recorded a cult masterpiece in 1977 “Pacific Ocean Blue.” Dennis was born on this day in 1944

On this day in 1971 there was literally “smoke on the water” on Lake Geneva during a Frank Zappa concert

The famous Montreux Casino in Switzerland was engulfed by flames during a Frank Zappa concert and later immortalized on the Deep Purple’s song “Smoke on the Water” who were there on the spot, it happened on this day in 1971. Learn more about one of Rock’s most legendary moments

Portuguese painter Nadir Afonso was born 104 years ago today

Nadir Afonso was one of the most influential geometric abstractionist painters, he was born on this day in 1920, look at some of his work

The Big Jeff Bridges turns 75 today

Born into a family of actors, Jeff Bridges has played some of the most famous movie roles over the last 40 plus years. Today the actor that played The Big Lebowski turns 75

Band Aid “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” was released on this day in 1984

During the 1980’s Christmas songs made by modern Pop music artists reached a new level when on December 3rd the single “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” by Band Aid was released featuring some of the biggest Pop stars at the time such as Bono, George Michael, Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet and Boy George among many others

The Life and Career of the legendary Ozzy “Prince of Darkness” Osbourne who turns 76

With Black Sabbath Ozzy Osbourne pioneered the Heavy Metal genre during the 1970’s, his unique and sometimes insane lifestyle along with his distinguishable vocals and mannerisms have granted him a special place in Rock history and turned the man into an icon. Today the “Prince of Darkness” Ozzy turns 76, we recap his life and career

How Well Do You Know Ozzy Osbourne?

He is a legend and one of the most influential Rock singers ever, but how well do you know The Prince of Darkness Ozzy Osbourne? Do the quiz now to find out

Remembering Scott Weiland who passed away 9 years ago today in 2015

One of Rock’s greatest and more distinctive voices over the last 30 plus years, Scott Weiland passed away 9 years ago today in 2015 at age 48. Together with the Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver he made songs that are now regarded as solid classics such as “Plush” or “Interstate Love Song”

“Good Will Hunting” Celebrates 27th Anniversary Today

Directed by Gus Van Sant, “Good Will Hunting” is the film that made Matt Damon and Ben Affleck household names, it was released on this day in 1997. We revisit this modern classic that also featured Robin Williams in the lead role

Gianni Versace was born on this day in 1946

Gianni Versace was one of the fashion Industries biggest stars, the Italian fashion designer would have turned 78 years old today, we recap his life and influential career

Pop Princess Britney Spears turns 43 today

Britney Spears became famous in the late 1990’s with songs such as “Opps!…I Did It Again” and “…Baby One More Time”, she has sold over 100 million records worldwide making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time, today the Pop Princess turns 43

Remembering the Rolling Stones Sax player Bobby Keys

Bobby Keys is mostly remembered for the work he did with The Rolling Stones since the 1970’s until 2013, the legendary sax player who played the “Brown Sugar” solo among many other famous sax parts for several Rock songs and artists, passed away at age 70 in 2014

Rod Stewart’s disco hit “Do Ya Think I’m Sexy” peaks to No.1 in 1979

“Do Ya Think I’m Sexy” it’s still one of the most recognizable songs worldwide, one of Rod Stewart’s signature songs, reached No.1 in 1979, however was involved in controversy

David Bowie releases “Rubber Band” in 1966, his debut single on Deram

The early years of David Bowie career didn’t really produce any hit songs, in 1966 the 19-year-old Bowie was signed to the new hip label Deram and released his first single on it “Rubber Band,” a Baroque-Pop song that was a sales flop

The Doors influential drummer John Densmore turns 80 today

John Densmore is one of Rock’s most unique drummers, he has developed a personal technique in which he blends among other styles Jazz, Tribal beats and Rock. With The Doors he became famous and scored several hits during the late 1960’s. We look back at his life and career

The 1st issue of Playboy was out on this day in 1953

Hugh Hefner passed away in 2017 at age 91, leaving behind the Playboy legacy he started in December 1953. Take a look at some of the pages of the 1st Playboy magazine issue

The iconic “Divine Miss M” singer and actress Bette Midler turns 79 today

From Broadway to Hollywood the famous singer and actress Bette Midler has done it all, the awarded actress has one of the longest and most successful careers on showbiz, from stage plays to musicals to movie dramas, the iconic actress turns 79 today

The Sex Pistols unleash “the filth and the fury” on BBC’s Today show on this day in 1976

On December 1st 1976, only a few days after two TV appearances, the Sex Pistols unexpectedly returned to the British TV, all because of Freddie Mercury. But the Today show, in which they were a last minute replacement of Queen didn’t end well for the host

Buddy Holly premieres on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1957

Buddy Holly and The Crickets first appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show on December 1st, 1957, watch Buddy performing “That’ll Be the Day” at the famous TV show

The legendary Dick Clark was born 95 years ago today

With his TV show American Bandstand, Dick Clark introduced and promoted an impressive number of new Rock, Pop and Soul artists from the 1950’s throughout the 1980’s. He was born on this day in 1929

Tiny Tim passed away 28 years ago today

Mostly famous for his rendition of “Tip Toe Through the Tulips”, Tiny Tim passed away 28 years ago today in 1996

Remembering John Mayall

Often referred to as the “Godfather of British Blues,” his contributions to the genre are immeasurable. Through his work with the Bluesbreakers, he helped bring blues music to a wider audience and played a crucial role in the careers of some of rock and blues’ greatest musicians

“Come Together” gives The Beatles their 18th US No.1 in 1969

The Beatles song “Come Together” was released as a double A-Side single with “Something”, on November 29th, 1969, reached No.1 on the Hot 100, making it their 18th No.1 in the U.S

The Mamas & The Papas’ Denny Doherty was born on this day in 1940

Together with The Mamas & The Papas, Denny Doherty became one of the most successful artists of the 1960’s. The band had a string of worldwide Pop hits between 1966 and 1968 including “California Dreamin'” where he sings lead vocals

ABBA goes No.1 in 1980 with “Super Trouper”

On November 1980 Swedish hit machine ABBA scored their ninth No.1 single in the UK with “Super Trouper”

George Harrison: The Quiet Beatle

George Harrison’s life was cut short, but his influence in music can still be heard today, together with John Lennon, Harrison was the most daring of the four Beatles on what concerned experimenting with music. We look back at his life and career 23 years after his passing in 2001

In 1964, with their “teen death song”, the vocal band The Shangri-Las went No.1 “Leader of the Pack”

The “teen death songs” genre that was bizarrely popular during the early 1960’s, in 1964 the vocal band The Shangri-Las jumped on the band wagon and made one of the most memorable songs within that style, “Leader of the Pack”

John Lennon steps on a concert stage for the last time in 1974

After losing a bet with his friend Elton John who collaborated with him on his No.1 hit “Whatever Gets You Through the Night,” John Lennon made a special appearance on Elton John’s concert at the Madison Square Garden in New York on November 28th, 1974

Soundgarden and Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron turns 62 today

Matt Cameron is one of the most influential drummers that came out from the Seattle Grunge scene, becoming famous in the early 1990’s as the drummer for Soundgarden and later Pearl Jam, today he turns 62

The 1962 “Hey! Baby” singer Bruce Channel turns 84 today

Bruce Channel’s biggest hit “Hey! Baby” influenced John Lennon harmonica riff that he used on The Beatles debut single “Love Me Do.” Today he turns 84

Legendary Motown’s founder and boss Berry Gordy turns 95 today

Berry Gordy founded Motown in 1959, and it became one of the world’s biggest music labels with acts such as The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations and The Jackson 5 among many others. Today he turns 95

Whitney Houston starts a record-breaking 14 week at No.1 on the Hot 100 with “I Will Always Love You” in 1992

Used as the theme song for the movie “The Bodyguard,” Whitney Houston’s rendition of Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You” broke several records and became Houston’s signature song. Read some facts about the song and her 1992 version

Nirvana performed an unique version of “Smells Like Teen Spirit” on the British TV show Top of the Pops on this day in 1991

In 1991 Nirvana were invited to play the popular British TV Show Top of the Pops. Not happy with the show’s demand to lip-sync Kurt Cobain literally tried to swallow the microphone while singing “Smells Like Teen Spirit” an octave lower

R.E.M. gets their first Top 10 Hit in 1987 with “The One I Love”

R.E.M. gained a significant cult following on the indie music circuit during the 1980’s, but despite an eight-year-old career and having already released five albums it wasn’t until 1987 that they got their first big hit with “The One I Love”

The “Dirty Dancing” theme song “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life” by Jennifer Warnes and Bill Medley went No.1 on the Hot 100 on this day in 1987

“(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life” by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes, was released in 1987 as the theme song of the “Dirty Dancing” movie soundtrack and had such a huge success worldwide that today is still one of the most frequently played songs on radio

The Sex Pistols brings the Punk to the masses when they appeared on British TV twice on the same day in 1976

In 1976, British TV gave the Sex Pistols airtime twice in the same day, the band were guests on the BBC’s Nationwide show and starred on a documentary about Punk on ITV’s “The London Weekend”

In 1960 Elvis Presley gets his third US No.1 with “Are You Lonesome Tonight?”

In April 1960, after Elvis Presley’s two-year service in the United States Army, he recorded “Are You Lonesome Tonight? at the suggestion of manager Colonel Tom Parker, the song went No.1 on this day in 1960

The legendary Jimi Hendrix was born 82 years ago

Today marks the 82nd anniversary of Jimi Hendrix. We look back at his life and career and how he changed the game for Rock guitarists and his enduring influence and popularity 54 years after his untimely death

Cream played their farewell on this day in 1968

Cream ended their activity as a band in 1968 just three years after they were formed by Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce, despite their huge commercial success and their critical acclaimed music

The Sex Pistols release “Anarchy in the U.K” in 1976

The Sex Pistols “Anarchy in the U.K” became the absolute No.1 Punk Rock anthem, it was first released as a single on November 26th, 1976

Remembering the Queen Of Rock, Tina Turner

A voice and figure that crossed through several generations in a planetary scale was born on this day in 1939

Remembering Mark Lanegan on his birthday

Mark Lanegan came to prominence during the 1990’s as part of the Seattle Grunge scene. As the vocalist of the Screaming Trees and later as a solo artist, he left a body of work that included songs such as “Nearly Lost You” and “The River Rise.” He was born 60 years ago today

Percy Sledge was born 84 years ago today

The singer of “When A Man Loves a Woman” Percy Sledge had one of the most recognizable soul music voices of all time

Mr. McFeely of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” was born on this day in 1938

David Newell was born on November 24, 1938, in O’Hara Township, Pennsylvania, he is best known for playing the speedy delivery man Mr. McFeely. He was the friendly delivery man on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood

Betty Everett was born on this day in 1939

Betty Everett is mostly remembered for her million-selling hit “The Shoop Shoop Song (It’s in His Kiss),” the singer was born 85 years ago today

In 1991 Michael Jackson’s “Black or White” enters the UK charts at No.1

Featuring Slash on the guitar, “Black or White” became the first single by an American to go into the UK singles chart at number one since 1960, with “It’s Now or Never” by Elvis Presley

“Another Brick in the Wall (Part 2) by Pink Floyd is released in 1979

By 1979 Pink Floyd’s Psychedelic and experimental days seemed to have been long gone, with the release of the double album “The Wall,” which was more approachable than some of their early albums, they reached a new generation of fans and developed a new sound that earned them their only No.1 in the US

In 1975, Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” charts at No.1 for the first time

Released in 1975 the Queen classic “Bohemian Rhapsody” is a milestone on Rock music history, it peaked to No.1 for the first time 49 years ago today

INXS lead singer Michael Hutchence died 27 years ago today

In 1997 the music world was shocked to find about the suicide of INXS lead singer Michael Hutchence at age only 37. The Australian rocker was found dead 27 years ago today

Guitarist Steven Van Zandt turns 74 today

Steven Van Zandt became famous as the charismatic guitarist of Bruce Springsteen’s E-Street Band, today he turns 74

KC and The Sunshine Band goes No.1 with the Disco-Funk hit “That’s The Way (I Like It) in 1975

The song has been sampled several times and played an important part in the development of the Disco sound, on this day in 1975 “That’s The Way (I Like It)” peaked to No.1

The Partridge Family debut single “I Think I Love You” peaks to No.1 in 1970

“I Think I Love You” was released as the debut single by The Partridge Family pop group, featuring David Cassidy on lead vocals and Shirley Jones on background vocals. It premiered on the first episode of The Partridge Family TV series in 1970 and peaked to No.1 on the Hot 100

Olivia Newton-John scores another No.1 hit in 1981 with “Physical”

“Physical” became the Australian singer Olivia Newton-John only US No.1 in November 1981 but it was originally written for a very famous singer

Queen and David Bowie’s “Under Pressure” peaks to No.1 in the UK in 1981

“Under Pressure” is regarded as one of the finest moments in Rock music due to the vocal power of David Bowie and Freddie Mercury together, know more about how the song came to be

In 1983 Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” changes the game for music videos

Directed by John Landis and starring Jackson and former Playboy centerfold Ola Ray, the iconic music video for “Thriller” had the length of 14 minutes and premiered on this day in 1983

Billy Idol knocks teen Pop sensation from No.1 with “Mony Mony”

Billy Idol peaked to No. 1 on the U.S Hot 100 on November 1987 with a Tommy James song “Mony Mony,” knocking teen Pop sensation Tiffany of the top of the charts with another Tommy James song “I Think We’re Alone Now”

Bjork turns 59 today

Bjork is regarded as one of the most influential female singers and performers over the last 30 plus-years, her impact is noted not only just in music but also in fashion and visual arts, she was born 59 years ago today

In 1955 Bo Diddley is banned from The Ed Sullivan Show

In 1955 Bo Diddley became the first Rock Star to be banned from The Ed Sullivan Show, find out why

Norman Greenbaum turns 82 today

Norman Greenbaum remains mostly remembered for his 1969 hit No.1 hit “Spirit in the Sky.” today the singer-songwriter turns 82

In 1973 a fan in The Who concert audience replaces Keith Moon

In 1973 the legendary and excessive Keith Moon collapsed during a The Who concert in San Francisco, he was replaced by a fan in the audience

The drummer Matt Sorum celebrates 64 today

Sorum’s career took off in the mid-1980s when he joined The Cult, contributing to their albums Sonic Temple and joined Guns N’ Roses joined during the recording of the band’s Use Your Illusion I and Use Your Illusion II albums

Remembering Larry King

During his six-decade career, King conducted over 50,000 interviews, earning him numerous accolades, including two Peabody Awards and an Emmy

Jodie Foster turns 62 today: Five of her must watch movies

We look back briefly at the life and the brilliant career of one of the most acclaimed and awarded actresses of all time

Meg Ryan turns 63: Here’s five of her must watch movies

The once America’s sweetheart was one of the 1990’s most popular actresses scoring lead roles in several of the decade’s blockbusters

Bon Jovi hits the Hot 100 No.1 again in 1988 with “Bad Medicine”

Released in September 1988 as the lead single from Bon Jovi’s album “New Jersey,” “Bad Medicine” reached No.1 in the Hot 100 on November 19th, 1988

Owen Wilson celebrates 56 today

Owen Wilson gained widespread recognition for his comedic timing and charismatic on-screen presence in films such as Wedding Crashers, Zoolander, and Starsky & Hutch

I am a photograph: The many lives of Amanda Lear in images

She rose to prominence as a fashion icon in the 1960s and served as muse to some of modern history’s most iconic figures, including Salvador Dali, David Bowie, and the Rolling Stones, but her origins remain one of Pop Culture’s most fascinating enigmas. Explore her fascinating life through over 100 photographs

In 1993 Nirvana goes acoustic for MTV Unplugged

On November 18th, 1993, Nirvana, together with their new guitarist Pat Smear (formerly from Punk band The Germs) and featuring Classical Cellist Lori Goldstein, performed live at the Sony Studios in New York an intimate concert for the MTV Unplugged series

Metallica’s Kirk Hammett turns 62 today

He joined Metallica in 1983 and is now one of the most influential guitarists in the world, today Kirk Hammett turns 62

Kim Wilde turns 64 today

Kim Wilde stands as one of the greatest New Wave and Pop female artists of all time. The British singer scored several Hit singles during the 1980’s including “Kids in America,” “Cambodia,” “You Came” and “You Keep Me Hangin’ On”

The French actress Sophie Marceau celebrates 58

Marceau’s rise to fame began at the age of 14 when she was cast as Vic Beretton in the 1980 film La Boum and her international breakthrough came with her portrayal of Princess Isabelle in Mel Gibson’s Braveheart

Influential film director Martin Scorsese turns 82: Check five of his must watch movies

The legendary Scorsese is widely regarded as one of the most significant and influential filmmakers in cinematic history, Today, on his 82nd birthday here’s five essential movies to watch directed by him.

Jeff Buckley was born on this day in 1966

He rose to prominence with his version of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” in 1994 and was the son of the famous 1960’s Folk singer-songwriter Tim Buckley, Jeff Buckley was one of the most promising singer-songwriters of his generation, he passed away in 1997 at age 30, he was born 58 years ago today

Remembering Hollywood legend Rock Hudson

He’s still considered to this day one of Hollywood’s biggest sex symbols ever, and one of its first heartthrobs, Rock Hudson, the legendary actor whose career accidentally became a shining example of Hollywood’s classical “star system”-style career promotion and ended in tragedy

Danny Devito turns 80 today

Devito’s popularity took off during the 1970’s and reached its peak during the 1980’s when he appeared in a string of blockbusters throughout the decade

The Beach Boys experimental extravaganza “Good Vibrations” peaks to No.1 in 1966

“Good Vibrations” stands as one of Rock and Pop’s most revolutionary songs and on November 17th, 1966, The Beach Boys masterpiece reached No.1 at the UK charts

RuPaul has been working it since 1960

Rupaul has been on the limelight for over 3 decades and has influenced not only Drag Queens all around the world from music to TV to fashion to movies and became one of the most recognizable Pop Icons and the first Drag Queen to achieve worldwide superstar mainstream success, today it’s Rupaul’s 64th birthday

“Whatever Gets You Through the Night,” the John Lennon and Elton John collaboration peaks to No.1 on the Hot 100

Together with Elton John, “Whatever Gets You Through the Night” gave Lennon his first and only solo No.1 in the U.S during his lifetime. Read the story behind it

Former Undertones’ Feargal Sharkey peaks to No. 1 with a “A Good Heart” in 1985

Irish singer Feargal Sharkey, formerly of the Undertones got his first No.1 on November 16th, 1985, with the song “A Good Heart,” the song did well across Europe, but it fared less well in the US

Starship goes No.1 on the Hot 100 with “We Built This City” in 1985

Born from the ashes of the 1960’s Psychedelic Rock greats Jefferson Airplane and from Jefferson Starship, the band Starship music was opposite worlds away from its previous incarnations but despite it, they made some memorable 1980’s songs that everyone knows and still remembers

In 1965 The Rolling Stones debut on the US TV

In 1965 with the British Invasion on full gas, The Rolling Stones make their debut on the U.S TV in the show “Hullabaloo” performing “She Said Yeah” and “Get Off of My Cloud”

The Doors sign with Elektra Records in 1966

The Doors are now regarded as one of the biggest Rock bands of all time, they also have some of Rock’s most enduring music that includes classics such as “Light My Fire,” “People Are Strange” or “Riders on the Storm,” however they struggled to find a label that considered them worth of being signed to

British singer and actress Petula Clark turns 92 today

Petula Clark, “the first lady of British invasion” became worldwide famous with her 1960’s songs such as “Downtown,” today she turns 92

Frida Lyngstad one of the voices from ABBA was born on this day in 1945

Together with Agnetha, Frida completed the ABBA vocal duo that offered the world memorable Pop hits that last to these days, she became a Princess by marriage in 1992 and today Frida turns 79

Ray Charles’ “Georgia on My Mind” peaks to No.1 on the Hot 100 in 1959

First recorded in 1930, it was with the Ray Charles version that “Georgia on My Mind” knew the popularity that stands to this day

T’Pau peaks to No.1 with “China in Your Hand” in 1987

British band T’Pau had a strong impact on Pop music during the late 1980’s that didn’t last long enough, however they were able to produce some of the 1980’s most popular songs

Whoopi Goldberg turns 69 today

The popular and much awarded actress and comedian Whoopi Goldberg rose to worldwide stardom in the 1985 drama “The Color Purple” and has since became one of the most popular faces in both the big screen and TV

Remembering the Hollywood legend and Princess of Monaco Grace Kelly

Kelly’s breakout role came in 1952 when she starred alongside Gary Cooper in High Noon, and while at the Cannes Film Festival in 1955, Kelly met Prince Rainier III of Monaco whom she married with, making her Princess of Monaco

The bassist David Ellefson celebrates 60 today

In 1983, Ellefson moved to Los Angeles, where he met Dave Mustaine, and together, they formed Megadeth, one of the “Big Four” thrash metal bands, alongside Metallica, Slayer, and Anthrax

1960’s Bubblegum Pop Hitmaker Brian Hyland turns 81

He rose to prominence during the early 1960’s with the smash hit songs “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini” and “Sealed with a Kiss”, today former Pop idol sensation Brian Hyland turns 81

Influential singer-songwriter Neil Young turns 79 today

Neil Young first rose to prominence as part of the Buffalo Springfield in the late 1960’s. He was pivotal in the development of Folk Rock and Grunge Rock and pioneered many different music trends throughout the years. He turns 79 today

Hot Chocolate lead singer Errol Brown was born on this day in 1943

Hot Chocolate became notorious during the 1970’s with the smash hits “You Sexy Thing” and “Every 1’s a Winner”, their lead singer Errol Brown was born on this day 81 years ago

The actress Calista Flockhart celebrates 60 today

Flockhart’s big break came in 1997 when she landed the now iconic lead role in Ally McBeal

The actress Demi Moore celebrates 62 today

Moore’s acting breakthrough came with the television series General Hospital in the early 1980s, and became part of the so-called “Brat Pack” with her role in St. Elmo’s Fire

10 Must Watch Leonardo DiCaprio Movies

Turning 50 today, since the 1990’s that DiCaprio’s acting career hasn’t stopped growing and maturing, earning him dozens of awards and nominations over the last 30 plus years

“Shake Rattle and Roll” earns Bill Haley and His Comets their first Top 10 Hit

Originally recorded by Big Joe Turner, “Shake Rattle and Roll” gave Bill Haley and His Comets his first Top 10 single on November 11th, 1954

In 1983 The Rolling Stones music video “Undercover of the Night” gets censored

The controversial Rolling Stones video “Undercover of the Night” was aired on the TV Show The Tube after an interview with Mick Jagger on November 11th, 1983, however, the part where Jagger gets shot in the head was edited out

Jim Morrison gets arrested by the FBI at the Phoenix, Arizona Airport in 1969

The controversial Doors frontman downward spiral was on full speed in 1969 and still fresh from the controversial performance at The Doors infamous Miami concert in March, Jim Morrison gets in trouble again when he’s arrested by the FBI after landing on Phoenix, Arizona

Lisa Stansfield’s “All Around the World” peaks to No. 1 in 1989

The British singer Lisa Stansfield was one of the biggest Pop rising stars during the early 1990’s, “All Around the Around World” reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 33rd Annual Grammy Awards