His breakthrough came with Roman Polanski’s The Pianist in 2002, in which he portrayed Polish pianist Władysław Szpilman. At 29, Brody became the youngest actor to win the Academy Award for Best Actor for this role
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His breakthrough came with the roles of Francis Begbie in the 1996 movie Trainspotting and Gaz in The Full Monty, the latter earning him a BAFTA Award for Best Actor. On television, he starred in Stargate Universe and portrayed Rumpelstiltskin/Mr. Gold in Once Upon a Time
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In 1990, Sorvino delivered one of his most memorable performances as mobster Paulie Cicero in Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas and he also portrayed NYPD Sergeant Phil Cerreta on the television series Law & Order from 1991 to 1992
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In the early 1990s, Brandis became a prominent teen actor when he starred as Bastian Bux in “The NeverEnding Story II: The Next Chapter” and portrayed Bill Denbrough in the original television miniseries adaptation of Stephen King’s “It”
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Doherty rose to prominence in the 1990s with her portrayal of Brenda Walsh in the popular teen drama “Beverly Hills, 90210” and later with her role as Prue Halliwell in the supernatural series “Charmed”
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Garcia’s film debut came in 1983 with “Blue Skies Again,” but his breakthrough role was as Agent George Stone in Brian De Palma’s 1987 blockbuster “The Untouchables” and in 1990 gained further acclaim for his performance as Vincent Mancini in “The Godfather Part III,” earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor
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In 1982, Letterman launched “Late Night with David Letterman” on NBC, introducing audiences to his unique brand of humor and after a network transition in 1993, he began hosting “The Late Show with David Letterman” on CBS, where he remained until his retirement in 2015
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Stansfield launched her solo career with the debut album “Affection” in 1989 which featured the hit single “All Around the World,” that topped charts internationally and showcased her soulful voice
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Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Quaid starred in a variety of hit films, including The Big Easy (1986), Innerspace (1987), and Great Balls of Fire! (1989), where he played musician Jerry Lee Lewis.
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Marc Jacobs was born April 9, 1963, in New York City. Jacobs is a powerhouse in the fashion world fueled by the success of his own eponymous label.
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Cynthia Nixon was born on April 9, 1966, in New York City. She remains best known for her role of Miranda Hobbes in the HBO series Sex and the City
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Stradlin formed several bands in his early years before reconnecting with childhood friend William Bailey, who would later become known as Axl Rose and together, they co-founded Guns N’ Roses in 1985
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Known for their raw sound and feminist themes, L7 released several albums, including “Bricks Are Heavy” in 1992, which featured the hit single “Pretend We’re Dead”
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In 1975, Burke joined the band Blondie, shortly after its formation by Debbie Harry and Chris Stein. His energetic and versatile drumming became a defining element of the band’s sound, playing on all the Blondie albums and contributing to hits like “Heart of Glass,” “Call Me,” and “One Way or Another.” He passed away at age 70.
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In 2000, Crowe achieved international stardom with his role as Maximus Decimus Meridius in Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator,” for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor
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The Pixies are regarded as one of the most influential of all time in Alternative Rock, with fans that included David Bowie and Kurt Cobain
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Clarke Remains best known as a founding member and the original lead singer of the British rock band The Hollies
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In 1990, McCready co-founded the rock band Pearl Jam alongside Stone Gossard, Jeff Ament, and Eddie Vedder. The band’s debut album, “Ten” in 1991, achieved significant commercial success, featuring hits like “Alive” and “Jeremy”
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Singer-songwriter Paula Cole was born on April 5, 1968, in Rockport, Massachusetts. Cole’s career reached its peak in 1997, when both “I Don’t Want to Wait” and “Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?” cracked the Top 20.
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Kurt Cobain passed away 31 years ago today in 1994. We remember him through his words on 27 quotes, some inspirational, some revealing of who he was, taken from interviews, song lyrics, lose poems and live statements
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Despite the short and meteoric career, Nirvana left their history well documented on film and video since the band was formed
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Ledger’s breakthrough in Hollywood came with the teen comedy “10 Things I Hate About You” in 1999. In 2008, Ledger delivered a memorable performance as the Joker in “The Dark Knight,” a role that posthumously earned him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
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Actor Robert Downey Jr. was born on April 4, 1965, in New York City, the son of the avant-garde filmmaker Robert Downey Sr., who is best known for the film “Putney Swope” (1969). The actor is known for roles in a wide variety of films, including ‘Iron Man,’ (2008) ‘The Avengers,’ (2012) ‘Sherlock Holmes,’ (2009) and ‘Chaplin’ (1992).
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In 1987, Bach joined the hard-rock band Skid Row, and his dynamic stage presence and powerful vocals were instrumental in propelling the band to prominence
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Baldwin’s acting career began in television, with a notable role on the soap opera “The Doctors” from 1980 to 1982. Transitioning to film, Baldwin appeared in the 1988 Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice” and achieved leading man status with “The Hunt for Red October” in 1989
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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. Val Kilmer passed away on Tuesday, April 1st, 2025, in Los Angeles. His daughter Mercedes Kilmer stated the cause of death as pneumonia. He was 65.
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Chamberlain’s acting career began with guest roles on television, but he gained widespread recognition in 1961 as the titular character in the medical drama “Dr. Kildare” and in the 1970s and 1980s, Chamberlain became known as the “King of the Miniseries” for his leading roles in acclaimed productions such as “Shōgun” and “The Thorn Birds”
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In 1994, a chance encounter with Brian Molko at a London tube station led to the formation of the band Placebo. The band’s unique blend of alternative rock and androgynous aesthetics quickly garnered attention, and they became one of the most influential and important Alternative Rock bands over the last 30 years, releasing albums such as “Without You I’m Nothing,” “Black Market Music” and “Sleeping with Ghosts”
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McGregor gained international recognition for his portrayal of Mark Renton, a heroin addict, in Danny Boyle’s 1996 film “Trainspotting,” which led to several successful and iconic roles, including Obi-Wan Kenobi in the “Star Wars” prequel trilogy
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The House/Techno classic and one of the most memorable songs of the 90’s, “The Power” by Snap! peaked to No.1 on this day in 1990
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Angus Young is one of Rock’s biggest legends and has influenced and inspired generations of guitarists. He co.-founded AC/DC with his brother Malcolm Young in 1973, today he turns 70 and we celebrate his life and career with the Top 10 AC/DC songs
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Academy Award-winning actor Christopher Walken is known for a wide array of screen roles, from ‘The Deer Hunter’ and ‘A View to a Kill’ to ‘Catch Me if You Can’ and ‘Balls of Fury’
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In 2001, though, Coltrane’s celebrity status went global when he was cast as Hagrid, the half-giant gamekeeper of Hogwarts school of witchcraft and wizardry in the first film adaptation of JK Rowling’s Harry Potter novels, reportedly at Rowling’s insistence
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Dion gained international recognition after winning the 1988 Eurovision Song Contest, representing Switzerland with the song “Ne partez pas sans moi,” but it wasn’t up until the 1990s that Dion ascended to global superstardom. Her albums “Falling into You” and “Let’s Talk About Love” each sold over 30 million copies worldwide, and with the 1997 “My Heart Will Go On,” the theme song for the film “Titanic,” she earned an Academy Award for Best Original Song
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To make a Top 10 list of Eric Clapton’s best songs it’s a hard task, and perhaps for some will never possible. To celebrate the Rock Legend Eric Clapton, we picked 10 of some of his very best songs solo or with the several bands he had been in
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The Alternative Techno band The Prodigy set the charts on fire during the late 1990’s, starting with their worldwide hit, “Firestarter”
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“Stop! Hammertime” became one of the most popular and used expressions ever in Pop Culture, all credit goes to MC Hammer when he first used it on his smash hit “U Can’t Touch This”. The artist that brought Rap to the worldwide masses and had one of the quickest risings and falls in the music industry turns 63 today. We look back at his career
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Tracy Chapman’s beautifully crafted modern folk songs marked the difference back in the 1980’s. She put Folk and simple songs back in the charts just like Bob Dylan and Joan Baez had made it back in the 60’s. We look back at her career today that she turns 61
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Chamberlain’s acting career began with guest roles on television, but he gained widespread recognition in 1961 as the titular character in the medical drama “Dr. Kildare” and in the 1970s and 1980s, Chamberlain became known as the “King of the Miniseries” for his leading roles in acclaimed productions such as “Shōgun” and “The Thorn Birds”
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Farrell formed Jane’s Addiction in the mid-1980s, and the band quickly became a key act in the Los Angeles music scene, blending punk, metal, and psychedelic rock to create a unique sound and in 1991 he founded the Lollapalooza festival
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Macpherson quickly rose to prominence in the modeling world, becoming a familiar face on magazine covers, including a record five appearances on the “Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue,” which earned her the nickname “The Body”
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Throughout the 1990s, Carey solidified her status as a leading artist with albums like “Emotions,” “Music Box” and “Daydream,” scoring multiple worldwide hits including “Hero” and “Without You”
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Quentin Tarantino the famous director, screenwriter, and actor was born on March 27, 1963, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Here are Quentin Tarantino’s 5 best films over his 30-year plus career.
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Nimoy’s breakthrough came in 1966 when he was cast as Spock, the half-human, half-Vulcan science officer, in the original “Star Trek” television series
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The Smashing Pumpkins achieved significant success with albums like “Gish,” “Siamese Dream” and “Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness.” Iha’s songwriting credits include band’s classic tracks such as “Mayonaise” and “Take Me Down”
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An absolute icon of Rock music, the Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler was born on March 26, 1948, in New York, and formed Aerosmith in Boston during the early 1970’s. Check out the Top 10 Aerosmith songs
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Controversial, talented and a world class entertainer, Elton John turns 78 years old, to celebrate it, look back at 20 of his very best songs, from his 70’s classics to the shift into 80’s modern pop beats and throughout his return during the 1990’s and 21st century to the classic formula that first made him famous
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Sarah Jessica Parker was born on March 25, 1965, she is an award-winning TV and film actress whose starring role in the series “Sex and the City” catapulted her to stardom
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The Queen of Soul with a voice that influenced generations of singers was born on this day in 1942
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Boyle gained early recognition with her portrayal of Donna Hayward in the television series “Twin Peaks” which set the stage for a successful career in both television and film
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Carradine made his film debut in 1972, appearing alongside John Wayne in “The Cowboys.” In 1984, Carradine gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Lewis Skolnick in the comedy “Revenge of the Nerds.” The film’s success led to several sequels, with Carradine reprising his role in each installment
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In 1937, Barbera joined Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) as a sketch artist, where he met William Hanna. Together, they created the iconic “Tom and Jerry” series, producing over 100 episodes between 1940 and 1957, and winning seven Academy Awards
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Pinette’s comedic style often revolved around self-deprecating humor, particularly focusing on his experiences with weight and food. Beyond stand-up, Pinette appeared in various films and television shows. Notably, he played the carjacking victim in the final episode of the sitcom “Seinfeld” in 1998.
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Wet Wet Wet achieved significant success throughout the late 1980s and 1990s, with hits like “Wishing I Was Lucky,” “Sweet Little Mystery,” and their cover of The Troggs’ “Love Is All Around,” which remained at the top of the UK Singles Chart for 15 consecutive weeks in 1994
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He gained widespread recognition in 1988 when he joined the cast of the television series “21 Jump Street” as Detective Dennis Booker, a role that led to the spin-off series “Booker,” which aired from 1989 to 1990
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Blur were responsible for several 1990’s hit songs including “Girls & Boys,” Damon Albarn, founder, and lead singer turns 57 today
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Witherspoon’s acting career began at the age of 14 when she was cast in the leading role of Dani Trant in “The Man in the Moon”, earning critical acclaim for her performance. Throughout the 1990s, she appeared in various films, including “Fear” and “Cruel Intentions” and in 2005, she portrayed June Carter Cash in the biographical film “Walk the Line,” a performance that garnered her the Academy Award for Best Actress
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Dalton’s film debut came in 1968 with his portrayal of Philip II of France in “The Lion in Winter” and in 1980 he appeared as Prince Barin in the cult classic “Flash Gordon.” In 1987 he gained international prominence as the fourth actor to portray James Bond in the Eon Productions film series. He starred in “The Living Daylights” and “License to Kill,” bringing a darker and more serious tone to the iconic character
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In 1960, Burke signed with Atlantic Records, marking the beginning of a prolific recording career. His unique blend of gospel, rhythm and blues, and country influences produced a series of hits, including “Just Out of Reach (Of My Two Open Arms),” “Cry to Me,” and “Everybody Needs Somebody to Love”
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Her big break came in 1984 when she appeared on the television talent show “Star Search,” gaining national recognition and led to various television and film roles, including appearances on the sitcom “Gimme a Break!” and parts in movies such as “A League of Their Own,” “Sleepless in Seattle,” and “The Flintstones”
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Broderick gained widespread recognition for his role in the 1983 movie “WarGames” and later for his portrayal of the charming
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Oldman’s professional acting career began in the theater, and he gained prominence in the big screen with his portrayal of punk rocker Sid Vicious in the 1986 biopic “Sid and Nancy” and later as Lee Harvey Oswald in “JFK” and Count Dracula in “Bram Stoker’s Dracula”
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His 1989 movie “Do the Right Thing,” which delves into racial tensions in a Brooklyn neighborhood, earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay, and he continued to explore complex social and political issues in films such as “Malcolm X” in 1992
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Her breakthrough came in 1987 with two significant roles: Edwina “Ed” McDunnough in the Coen Brothers’ comedy “Raising Arizona,” and Jane Craig in “Broadcast News,” the latter earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress and in 1993 with her portrayal of Ada McGrath, a mute pianist, in Jane Campion’s “The Piano,” her performance garnered widespread acclaim, earning her the Academy Award for Best Actress, as well as BAFTA and Golden Globe awards
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Benington’s breakthrough came in 1999 when he became the lead singer of Linkin Park. The band’s debut album, “Hybrid Theory” in 2000, was a massive success, featuring hits like “Crawling” and “In the End.” He was born on this day in 1976
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One of the most acclaimed contemporary actors of all time, he played memorable roles in films such as “Kiss of the Spider Woman”, “Children of a Lesser God” and “The Big Chill” among several others. He was born on this day in 1950
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Actress Glenn Close is best known for her many Oscar-nominated roles, for Academy Award for Best Actress Fatal Attraction (1987), Dangerous Liaisons (1988) and Albert Nobbs (2011).
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Actor Bruce Willis first made a splash on TV in ‘Moonlighting’ before becoming a big-screen star via hits like ‘Die Hard,’ ‘Pulp Fiction’ and ‘The Sixth Sense.’
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In 1993, she achieved global success with the release of the album “Black Reign,” which included the Grammy Award-winning track “U.N.I.T.Y.,” addressing issues of sexism and violence against women, while at the same time also launching her successful acting career
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Vanessa Williams is an actress and singer known for her Miss America scandal and her roles on television shows such as “Ugly Betty”
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Jerry Cantrell founded Alice In Chains with the late Layne Staley in 1987. The band was one of the leaders in the Grunge Rock movement during the 1990’s, and despite Staley’s demise in 2002, Cantrell kept Alice In Chains alive and successful, we look back at his career
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Musician, photographer and actress, Melissa Au Der Maur joined Hole as a bassist in 1994 and after departing from Hole in 1999, she briefly joined The Smashing Pumpkins replacing their bassist D’Arcy
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Actor Rob Lowe rose to fame as a heartthrob in such movies as ‘St. Elmo’s Fire,’ later finding a comfort zone on TV with ‘The West Wing,’ ‘Parks and Recreation’ and ‘The Grinder.’
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Billy Corgan wrote some of the most significant Alternative Rock anthems of the 1990’s with The Smashing Pumpkins, but the size of his talent as often been compared to the size of his ego. Corgan was born on this day in 1967
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As the hype man of Public Enemy, Flavor Flav brought a dynamic and energetic presence that complemented Chuck D’s politically charged lyrics
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Bertolucci’s cinematic career began under the mentorship of Pier Paolo Pasolini, serving as an assistant director on the 1961 film “Accattone.” In 1987, his magnum opus, “The Last Emperor,” that chronicled the life of China’s final monarch, Puyi, achieved critical and commercial success, earning nine Academy Awards, including Best Director and Best Picture
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Poison’s debut album, “Look What the Cat Dragged In,” was released in 1986 and achieved multi-platinum status, propelled by singles like “Talk Dirty to Me”
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David Cronenberg is a film director known for works such as Scanners, Dead Ringers, and A History of Violence.
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Terence Trent D’Arby had a string of hit singles during the late 1980’s including “Sign Your Name” with his acclaimed debut album “Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D’Arby,” today, the singer that has changed his name to Sananda Francesco Maitreya, turns 63
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Record producer, actor, conductor, arranger, composer, musician, television producer, film producer, instrumentalist, magazine founder, entertainment company executive, and humanitarian, Quincy Jones was one of the most powerful and acclaimed figures of music and showbiz.
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Billy Crystal came to fame on the sitcom Soap. After a year on Saturday Night Live, he began a successful film career
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In the 1970s and 1980s, John Larkin established himself as a jazz pianist in Los Angeles, however, it wasn’t until the 1990s that he achieved international fame when he released the worldwide dance hit “Scatman (Ski-Ba-Bop-Ba-Dop-Bop)” in 1994 under the name Scatman John
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In 1998, Cher’s career was suddenly given a new breath when she released her smash dance hit “Believe,” pioneering the using the now popular auto-tune
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In 1975, Harris formed Iron Maiden, a band that would become a seminal force in the heavy metal genre. As the only constant member since its inception, he has been instrumental in shaping the band’s distinctive sound
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In 1997, he co-founded The Libertines with Carl Barât. The band released their debut album, “Up the Bracket,” in 2002, followed by a self-titled album in 2004, but Doherty’s struggles with substance abuse led to tensions within The Libertines, resulting in his departure in 2004
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In 1988, he co-founded Blur alongside Damon Albarn, bassist Alex James, and drummer Dave Rowntree
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Sweden always been prodigal in presenting to the world Pop music hitmakers and 1993, another Swedish Pop act was getting ready to rule the charts worldwide, Ace of Base with “The Sign”
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A brief outlook on Vinnie Paul, that with Pantera became one of Metal’s most influential drummers
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Herzigová gained widespread recognition in 1994 as the face of the iconic Wonderbra campaign featuring the “Hello Boys” advertisement, which became a cultural phenomenon and significantly boosted her profile in the fashion industry
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His film career took off in the 1970s and 1980s with notable roles in action films such as the 1972 Way of the Dragon alongside Bruce Lee
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Jeff Ament and Dave Krusen are part of the original Pearl Jam line up. Ament has been an influential figure on Seattle’s Rock scene since the 1980’s and Krusen played all the drum tracks for Pearl Jam’s debut “Ten.” They both celebrate their birthdays today
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Neneh Cherry rose to fame during the late 1980’s emerging as one of the most popular female rappers. She had a string of hits during the 1990’s and won several important awards. Today she turns 61
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Sharon Stone is an Oscar-nominated actress known for her roles in a variety of films, including Total Recall, Basic Instinct, Sliver, and Casino.
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Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Muti collaborated with prominent directors and gained international recognition for her role as Princess Aura in the 1980 science fiction film “Flash Gordon”
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Binoche’s international breakthrough came with her role in “The Unbearable Lightness of Being” in 1988 and her portrayal of Hana in “The English Patient” garnered her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1996
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“Frozen” was the first single taken out Madonna’s “Ray of Light” album
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In 1967, David Gilmour joined Pink Floyd, initially to support Syd Barrett, but took on a more prominent role as the band’s guitarist and co-lead vocalist and his smooth yet emotive guitar work became a defining element of Pink Floyd’s sound
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Born on this day in 1936, the actor’s outstanding career spanned 70 years
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The famous 1972 Don McLean hit “American Pie” went through a severe mutation when in March 2000 Madonna releases her own version of it as a single
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Frusciante joined the Red Hot Chili Peppers in 1988 at just 18 years old and went on to became they’re most enduring guitarist
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Jason Newsted joined Metallica after the unexpected death of their uniquely talented bassist, Cliff Burton, in 1986 and gave the band a new dynamic just shortly before they made it into the mainstream
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He was one of the 90’s Rock music sex symbols, as someone wrote back then, “grungy” but washed and clean with nice hair
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Patsy Kensit’s career truly took off in the 1980s with her acting roles, starring in a series of films, including Lethal Weapon 2, where she played the character of a femme fatale, and Absolute Beginners in 1986
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Craig gained international acclaim as the sixth actor to portray James Bond, starting with “Casino Royale” and concluding with “No Time to Die”
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Released on 19 February 1996 as the fifth single from their 1995 album “(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?” the “beatlesque” “Don’t Look Back in Anger” became one of Oasis’s signature songs
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To celebrate Jon’s 63rd anniversary, here’s a Top 10 list of some of Bon Jovi’s best ever songs
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Ackles’ best known and most iconic role was as Dean Winchester in the long-running and hit TV series “Supernatural” which spanned 15 seasons
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Little over than a month after Nirvana’s final performance at The Terminal Einz in Munich, Germany, Kurt Cobain was found dead
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Madonna has now more music videos than she has candles on her birthday cake. Take a look at her 10 most memorable music videos.
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Throughout his career, Hackman made film history by playing some of the most memorable roles ever in movies such as “French Connection,” “Superman: The Movie” or “Mississippi Burning”
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The iconic “Man in Black” is among the most well-known and beloved American singer-songwriters to have ever lived and his storied career continues to inspire a new generation of artists from all musical genres
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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 on his 82nd birthday
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Barrymore gained international fame at seven years old with her role as Gertie in Steven Spielberg’s “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” however, her early rise to stardom was accompanied by struggles with substance abuse during her youth
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He founded and co-founded some of the entertainment industries most significant music labels and film production companies including Asylum Records, Geffen and Dreamworks
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Over the last 30 years, as an actress she has played several memorable roles, including one of the lead roles in the popular Horror movie “I Know What You Did Last Summer” and its sequel, and the TV hit-series “Ghost Whisperer” where she played Melinda Gordon
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During the early 1990’s the Manic Street Preachers became one of the most significant and influential bands of the Alternative Rock scene, with memorable songs such as “Motorcycle Emptiness,” “Roses in the Hospital,” and “From Despair to Where”
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Born on this day in 1927, Sidney Poitier became the first African American male Academy Award winner for Best Actor in 1964, receiving the honor for his performance in ‘Lilies of the Field’ 1963
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A talented artist, songwriter, musician and a passionate advocate for women’s and gay rights, Kurt Cobain left the earthly plan by his own hand on April 8, 1994, at age 27, but today we celebrate his life with a special feature that includes 6 articles to remember Kurt Cobain
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Remember Kurt Cobain through his words on 27 quotes, some inspirational, some revealing of who he was
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Kurt Cobain, that sung on the song “Stay Away” the line “Rather Be Dead Than Cool/ Fashion Stinks, Fashion Style,” end up developing a personal style reflected on his clothes and hair that remains trendy and copied by many around the world
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Kurt Cobain, that sung on the song “Stay Away” the line “Rather Be Dead Than Cool/ Fashion Stinks, Fashion Style,” end up developing a personal style reflected on his clothes and hair that remains trendy and copied by many around the world
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Model Cindy Crawford was born on February 20, 1966, in DeKalb, Illinois. She won a “Look of the Year” contest in 1982 and soon after appeared on the cover of Vogue.
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One of the most famous Pop ballads of all time, “Without You” by Badfinger, has been covered and recorded by over 180 artists, however, was through Harry Nilsson and Mariah Carey that the song met its most famous versions
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Rapper-producer Dr. Dre first made it big with hip-hop group N.W.A. in the 1980s. He has also enjoyed success as a solo act and worked with Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and 50 Cent.
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The famous actor John Travolta was born on this day, February 18, 1954, in Englewood, New Jersey. On his 71st birthday, check out the Top 5 John Travolta Movies
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Ice-T had a troubled early life but emerged as an influential artist during the 1980’s Hip Hop music scene. From Rap to Hip Hop, to Rock and Metal, Hardcore Punk to Pop, Ice-T it’s one of the most eclectic musicians and also an awarded actor. Today he turns 67
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The Simpsons are the longest-running primetime-television series and longest-running animated series in the U.S TV history and a worldwide hit
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During the 1970’s and 1980’s Alan Parker made several memorable movies including Mississippi Burning and Midnight Express
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“Fly Away” became one of Lenny Kravitz’s most popular ones and regarded today as a 90’s classic. We look back at the chart success of the song
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Singer Robbie Williams was born on February 13, 1974, in Stoke-on-Trent, England. At 16, he was selling double glazing when his mother told him about an audition for a boy band. He would help earn Take That six No. 1 singles and three No. 1 albums. His single from it, “Angels,” sold more than 800,000 copies and spent over three months in the UK’s top 10.
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Henry Rollins was born on February 13, 1961, in Washington, D.C. his parents divorced when he was very young and was mainly raised by his mother. He was working at an ice cream store when he caught his first big break. At a Black Flag show in New York, he jumped on stage and sang a song with the band.
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Roxette had an impressive string of hit songs during the late 80’s and early 90’s, the Swedish duo consisting of Per Gessle and Marie Fredriksson, ruled the airwaves around the globe during that period, today, Per turns 66
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Her breakthrough came in 1994 when she was cast as Rachel Green on the NBC sitcom “Friends” a show that became a cultural phenomenon
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Sheryl Crow was born on February 11, 1962, in Kennett, Missouri. Crow’s albums have garnered nine Grammys and sold over 50 million units worldwide
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Whitney Houston was the most awarded female act of all time with 200 million records sold worldwide, one of music’s greatest voices, she passed away on this day in 2012 at age only 48. We remember her voice and music through the concert Live in Japan, 1990
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Pesci’s acting breakthrough came with his role in Martin Scorsese’s 1980 “Raging Bull,” where he portrayed Joey LaMotta, earning him an Academy Award nomination and won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor with his acclaimed performances in the 1990 movie “Goodfellas”
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Since the early 1960’s she has scored 118 pop hits on the Billboard Hot 100, and her own album Tapestry remains one of the biggest best sellers of all time
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Nolte first garnered national attention with his role in the 1976 television miniseries “Rich Man, Poor Man,” and during the 1980’s became known for his lead roles in films such as the 1982 action classic “48 Hrs.”
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One of the 1990’s most successful dance songs, “I’m Too Sexy,” the debut song by British group Right Said Fred, peaked to No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 on February 8, 1992
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With Mötley Crüe, Vince Neil established himself as one of the most influential Hard Rock vocalists from the 1980’s, today the singer turns 64
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Founding Bon Jovi member, the keyboardist David Bryan also co-wrote many of the band’s songs. Watch Bon Jovi Live in Santiago do Chile 1990 to celebrate his birthday
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Axl Rose is one of the most influential Rockers of the last 40 years, we made a list of Guns N’ Roses 10 Best music videos to celebrate his 63rd Birthday
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With the Spin Doctors, Chris Barron reached the pinnacle of his success as a musician during the early 90’s with songs such as “Two Princes,” today he turns 57
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Duff McKagan is mostly famous for being Guns N’ Roses bass player, but his roots remain on the Seattle Rock scene where he was born on this day in 1964
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At the age of only 22 in 1997, she rose to international stardom with the song “Torn,” a worldwide hit that made Australian singer Natalie Imbruglia a household name. Today she turns 50
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In 1968 the writer, producer, director and editor, released in his own producing company the number one Zombie movie of all time, Night of the Living Dead
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Tim Booth joined James in 1981 as their lead singer and lyricist. During the 1990’s James found an audience for their Alternative Pop Rock sound that featured songs such as “Laid,” “Sit Down” or “Sometimes.” Booth was born 65 years ago today
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Together with Sonic Youth, Ranaldo released many influential Alternative Rock albums ever since their beginning during the early 1980’s in the New York Underground music scene. The guitar sound of Lee Ranaldo played a key role on the band’s signature sound. Lee Ranaldo turns 69
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During the 1970’s the actress Farrah Fawcett became one of the most popular sex symbols in the planet, all thanks to an iconic 1976 photo that shows her in a red one-piece bathing suit and to her memorable role in Charlie’s Angels
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During the early 1990’s, Stone Temple Pilots became one of the biggest Alternative Rock bands in the world, producing hits such as “Plush,” “Creep,” “Crackerman” or “Interstate Love Song.” Founding member and bassist Robert DeLeo turns 59 today
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Shakira has one of the most impressive music careers of the last 25 years, the hot Colombian singer became worldwide famous during the early 2000’s with the song “Whenever, Wherever” and ever since she’s unbeatable. We look back at her career and some interesting facts about Shakira, on the day she turns 48
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The son of martial arts legend Bruce Lee, Brandon Lee tragically passed at age 28 during the filming of “The Crow,” on what is considered to be his finest performance
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Sherilyn Fenn’s most memorable role remains the reckless Audrey Horne in the David Lynch’s cult TV series “Twin Peaks” but despite that famous role and her talent, she never made it into stardom
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“Beetlebum” is perhaps the most Beatlesque of all Blur songs, according to Stephen Thomas Erlewine of Allmusic, the song “(ran) through the “White Album” in the space of five minutes” – it debuted on No.1 on this day in 1997
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The singer and actress Marianne Faithfull was one of the biggest and most enduring 1960’s icons. She 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 and the Rolling Stones muse, until drug addiction stroke her life costing her voice, but her career remained intact as she found her unique way to successfully adapt her “new” vocals to new music after that incident, resulting in a celebrated and influential career that lasted 6 decades. Marianne Faithfull passed away at age 78 in London, England on January 30th
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Among Nirvana fans, Chad Channing is a well-known name, despite the several drummers the band had before Dave Grohl, Channing still represents Nirvana’s Sub Pop phase as the drummer who shaped their sound during that period
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Christian Bale made his big screen debut at age 13 in Spielberg’s “Empire of the Sun” and aside of his talent, is also known as taking acting methods to the extreme by exposing his body to transformations that he regards as necessary to embody the characters
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Vanessa Redgrave was once proclaimed by Arthur Miller and Tennessee Williams as “the greatest living actress of our times”
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Throughout his career, Gene Hackman made film history by playing some of the most memorable roles ever in movies such as “French Connection,” “Superman: The Movie” or “Mississippi Burning”
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Phil Collins first came to prominence during the 1970’s as the drummer, and later the lead singer, for Prog-Rock band Genesis, achieving a notorious and successful solo career in the 1980’s with a string of hit songs
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On January 29th, 1996, “Jesus to a Child” became his first solo single to enter the UK chart at number one. Read the story behind one of George Michael’s most beautiful songs
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Elijah Wood skyrocketed to international success thanks to his memorable role as Frodo Baggins in “The Lord of the Rings” film trilogy but his screen debut, as a child actor in the late 1980’s, was in an also very popular movie
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Turning 61 today is the talented Bridget Fonda, the daughter of Peter Fonda and niece of Jane, who since 2002 hasn’t played any role. During the 1990’s she starred in some of the decade’s most memorable films including Point of No Return, Single White Female and Tarantino’s Jackie Brown
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Mike Patton is one of the most versatile and diverse musicians, throughout his career he has sung and played several musical styles, and since he joined Faith No More in 1989 also became one of the most influential Rock singers multiplying himself through several side projects. Celebrate his 57th anniversary by watching two amazing Faith No More concerts
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Listen to the talented musician’s six of the most enduring and greatest Van Halen’s hits
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During the late 1970’s and 1980’s, Warren Zevon became one of the main influences of a new Indie artists generation including R.E.M
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Thanks to the role of Angus MacGyver, Richard Dean Anderson became one of the world’s most famous actors, and turning 75 today, the actor also discretely has been throughout the years an avid supporter of several charity and environmental causes
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Diane Lane was born on January 22, 1965, in New York City and is an Oscar nomination for her role as a wayward wife in 2002’s Unfaithful. Lane has since worked more box office magic with romantic fare like Under the Tuscan Sun and Nights in Rodanthe, with additional projects including Secretariat, Man of Steel
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Michael Hutchence’s remains one of the most iconic and charismatic figures in Rock despite his early demise in 1997
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Havens’ breakthrough came with his iconic opening performance at Woodstock in 1969, where his improvised song “Freedom” became an anthem of the era
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Born on January 21, 1956, actress Geena Davis is also known for her roles in “The Fly” (1986), “Beetlejuice” (1988), “Earth Girls Are Easy” (1988), “A League of Their Own” (1992)
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David Lynch was known for his surreal and enigmatic storytelling in several memorable movies that gained almost instant cult status upon their initial release such as “Eraserhead,” “Dune,” “Blue Velvet,” “Wild at Heart” and “Lost Highway” among others. He also created the iconic TV series “Twin Peaks” He was born on this day in 1946
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Jonathan Davis rose to stardom during the late 1990’s as the singer of the Nu Metal band Korn. Take a brief look back at his life and career today that as he turns 54
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A prolific actor who turned also director, Kevin Costner remains one of the most popular names in the world of entertainment, in 1991 he won two Academy Awards for one of the 1990’s most memorable films, “Dances with Wolves”
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David Lynch was known for his surreal and enigmatic storytelling in several memorable movies that gained almost instant cult status upon their initial release such as “Eraserhead,” “Dune,” “Blue Velvet,” “Wild at Heart” and “Lost Highway” among others. He also created the iconic TV series “Twin Peaks” He passed away on January 15, 2025, at the age of 78, due to complications from emphysema.
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Look back at her career on the day she would celebrate her 103rd birthday
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Over the last three decades, the Canadian actor has played an impressive number of memorable roles, not only in comedies but also dramas
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One of the most iconic and respected actors in history and with a career spanning over seven decades, Jones was a pioneer for Black actors in Hollywood and the theater world, breaking barriers throughout his career and his contributions to the arts, from his powerful Shakespearean performances to his unforgettable voice work in Star Wars and The Lion King
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Kate Moss is the former Calvin Klein “Heroin Chic” icon, she was part of the 1990’s famous Top Model batch, a controversial style and fashion icon, she turns 51 today. Check a Kate Moss photo gallery with some of her best photos
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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”
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Known for her impeccable comedic timing and memorable roles, her career-defining role came as Elaine Benes on the iconic sitcom “Seinfeld”
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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
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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”
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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
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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
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One of Rock and music biggest legends, David Bowie left us a deeply rich and eclectic legacy. We picked some of his best records on this list
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Looking back at the actor’s life and brillant career filled with memorable roles
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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
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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
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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
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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”
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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”
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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
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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
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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
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Five essential movies from Denzel Washington that since the 1980’s has graced the audiences with his talent to portray complex and historical figures
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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
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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
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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
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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”
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One of the biggest music stars and icons of the last four decades, George Michael left us on Christmas day eight years ago. We look back at his life and career and remember his strong legacy as an artist and human being.
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There are some songs that hit you like a bullet the first time you hear them, sweeping you away into their world and eating into your emotional core, only to be washed away with time as over-exposure, over-praise and over-familiarity dull their brilliance to the point where you could happily never hear them again.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Steven Allan Spielberg was born on December 18, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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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
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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
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ZZ Top became famous for their tight-knit sound, blending blues, rock, and boogie influences in songs such as “La Grange” and “Legs”
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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?
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One of the most iconic entertainers of the 20th century Sinatra’s legacy endures as a symbol of timeless sophistication and talent
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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”
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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”
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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A voice and figure that crossed through several generations in a planetary scale was born on this day in 1939
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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
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Freddie Mercury embodied the Rock N’ Roll mythical excess during his life. We look back at the different sides of his life on the day that marks the anniversary of his untimely death on November 24th, 1991
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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
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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
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In 1994 Grunge Rock in its original form was quickly being replaced by safer and softer music trends. In the shadow of Kurt Cobain’s suicide, Pearl Jam makes a career turning point by releasing the album “Vitalogy” one of their finest
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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
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We look back briefly at the life and the brilliant career of one of the most acclaimed and awarded actresses of all time
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The once America’s sweetheart was one of the 1990’s most popular actresses scoring lead roles in several of the decade’s blockbusters
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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
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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
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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
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He joined Metallica in 1983 and is now one of the most influential guitarists in the world, today Kirk Hammett turns 62
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Flockhart’s big break came in 1997 when she landed the now iconic lead role in Ally McBeal
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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
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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
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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
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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. He passed away at age 69
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The album “Diamonds and Pearls” featured a string of hits mostly Funk oriented, and defined a highly creative period for Prince
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Rolling Stone was founded in San Francisco, California in 1967, featuring John Lennon on the cover and offering a free roach clip to hold a marijuana joint. Over the years, despite controversy, the magazine has been able to maintain its position as the mother of all pop culture magazines
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The iconic French actor was throughout his career often regarded as one of the most beautiful men in the world. He rose to fame during the late 1950s and throughout the 1960s and 1970s starred in numerous and timeless classics of European cinema that made him a revered figure in the film industry, with a career that spanned over six decades and more than 80 films
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Hawke’s acting breakthrough came at just 18 years old, with his role in the 1989 classic Dead Poets Society, where he portrayed the shy student Todd Anderson and has since then received two Oscar nominations
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Bryan Adams is one of the best-selling Rock artists of all time, with a career that has spanned now for over 40 years, today he turns 65
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Record producer, actor, conductor, arranger, composer, musician, television producer, film producer, instrumentalist, magazine founder, entertainment company executive, and humanitarian, Quincy Jones was one of the most powerful and acclaimed figures of music and showbiz. He passed away on November 3rd at age 91
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His most acclaimed performance came in Dallas Buyers Club, where he portrayed Ron Woodroof, a man diagnosed with AIDS. His physical transformation and emotionally raw performance won him the Academy Award for Best Actor
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On November 3rd, 1990 “Ice Ice Baby” became the first ever Rap song to reach No.1 on the mainstream singles charts and also a worldwide hit
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In a time where Alternative Rock and Grunge dominated the charts and preferences, Bon Jovi were able to successfully cross into the 1990’s with their 1992 release of “Keep the Faith”
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She was one of the most popular comedians of the 1980’s and 1990’s, today Roseanne Barr turns 72
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Dolly Parton originally wrote and recorded the song in 1973 but it’s Whitney Houston’s 1992 version that remains the most popular
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In the early 1990s, Lang made a bold transition from traditional country to pop and adult contemporary with her landmark album Ingenue, featuring the hit single “Constant Craving”
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When Alternative Rock started to rule the music charts and airwaves all across the planet in the early 1990’s, U2 jumped quickly on the band wagon and released their single “The Fly,” reaching No.1 for the second time on the U.K singles charts
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Throughout the late 1940s and 1950s, Lancaster solidified his place in Hollywood with a series of iconic roles including the one in the 1953 classic “From Here to Eternity” where his passionate beachside scene with Deborah Kerr became one of the most memorable moments in film history
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Anthony Kiedis is one of Rock’s most charismatic singers, he started out as a child/teenage actor in the late 1970’s and made his way to Rock stardom with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, one of the most influential bands over the last 40 years. Today he turns 62
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Less than two months after the release of “Nevermind,” Nirvana, who were climbing the top of the charts with “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” returned to Seattle where they played live most of their acclaimed album songs. The concert is now regarded as Nirvana at their peak
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River Phoenix was one of the most talented actors of his generation, on Halloween night 1993, shocked movie fans around the world when he died from a drug overdose aged only 23
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Larry Mullen Jr. co-founded U2 in 1976 after posting a message on the school’s notice board and became the drummer of the band. Today, U2 are one of the most influential and successful Rock bands over the last 40 plus years
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The Marvel classic comics team X-Men debuted as an animation series on Fox in the 1992 “X-Men: The Animated Series”
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Never a stranger to controversy, Grace Slick is one of the first female rock stars, alongside her close contemporary Janis Joplin, that played a very important role in the development of rock music in the late 1960’s. She fronted Jefferson Airplane and composed Rock classics such as “Somebody to Love” and “White Rabbit.” Today The Acid Queen turns 85
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The genesis of “The Nightmare Before Christmas” started with a Poem by Tim Burton that he wrote it during his time as a Disney animator in the early 1980’s. The movie is now regarded as an animation classic, that looks as fresh as when it was first released in 1993…and always a favorite for the Halloween season
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Bob Ross reached millions of art lovers with his popular television program on PBS “The Joy of Painting”
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Scott Weiland was one of Rock’s greatest and more distinctive voices over the last 30 years. 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.” Scott passed away in 2015 at age 48, today he would have turned 57
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The ‘Pretty Woman’ and Oscar-winning actress Julia Roberts turns 57 today. Roberts has one of the most illustrious careers in all of Hollywood. Here are 10 of the best performances in her over 30 plus-year career.
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In 1986, Hoskins achieved international fame with his role as gangster George in Mona Lisa, a performance that won him the BAFTA Award for Best Actor, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award nomination and in 1988 with “Who Framed Roger Rabbit”
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Released in 1994, Madonna’s sixth album has its seductive charms, with warm and mellow sounds. Today we look back at Madonna’s “Bedtime Stories”
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Glenn Tipton, regarded as one of the most influential Heavy Metal guitarists, was essential on the development of Judas Priest’s signature sound
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Robert Trujillo is regarded as one of the best and most influential bass players in Rock of the last 30 years, he rose to prominence in the 90’s as a member of Suicidal Tendencies and since 2003 he’s Metallica’s Bassman
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One of the most popular parody singers Weird Al Yankovic was born on this day in 1959
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The original vocalist of Iron Maiden passed away at age 66. His raw vocal delivery and rebellious punk attitude and energy injected a sense of urgency and authenticity into the band’s early recordings, including their self-titled debut album
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With the “Back to the Future” trilogy, the actor who played Doc Brown got his name engraved in the pop culture universe forever
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Jeff Goldblum who is known for his roles in work like ‘The Fly,’ ‘Jurassic Park,’ ‘Will & Grace’, and ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ among many other movies and series, turns 72 today
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Twice nominated for an Academy Award, the Danish-American actor Viggo Mortensen became popular by playing Aragorn in “The Lord of the Rings” but long before that he starred in a string of hit movies and TV shows in a career now spanning for over three decades
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Between October 20th and 21st in 1992 Madonna releases two of her most popular works, the album “Erotica” and controversial book “Sex” featuring photographs taken by Steven Meisel Studio and that among others featured Naomi Campbell and Vanilla Ice. Check some of the photos included in “Sex” and the album art of “Erotica”
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Tom Petty already was regarded as one of the most influential singer-songwriters from the last 50 years when he suddenly passed away in 2017, today would have been his 74th birthday
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The task of compiling so many good Horror movies in a Top 10 it’s not easy, and though is not always about box-office receipts and critical acclaim, we’ve created a list with what we consider to be some of the best horror movies of the 1980’s and 1990’s
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Snoop Dogg came to prominence in 1993 with Hip Hop classic “Who Am I (What’s My Name)?”
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It’s been 31 years since the world was graced with the beloved cult classic, Hocus Pocus, and the film has been a perennial Halloween favorite ever since.
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Born on this day in 1925, she was mostly remembered for her role as Jessica Fletcher on “Murder, She Wrote”
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Released on October 16, 1992, and based on a Clive Barker short story, “Candyman” is the mythic sort of horror/art film combination that is usually referenced in reviews of films that hew too closely to one of those elements to be successful as both
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Flea is regarded as one of the most influential bass players of the last 40 years, together with the Red Hot Chili Peppers he has a career that has been fulfilled with success, today, he turns 62
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A brief look back at the career of Harry Anderson, the three-time Emmy nominee for his role as Judge Harry Stone in ‘Night Court’, born 72 years ago today
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Despite the intentional lack of promotion or marketing, “Praying for Time” turned out to be one of the George Michael’s greatest hits, on this day in 1990 it reached No.1 on the U.S Hot 100
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Australian actor Hugh Jackman is best known for portraying Logan in the X-Men movie series, today he turns 56
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Luke Perry was best known for portraying the “Beverly Hills 90210” character Dylan McKay during the 90’s
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The younger brother of actor Sean Penn, he was known for playing tough, often morally complex characters such as the volatile criminal “Nice Guy Eddie” in Quentin Tarantino’s 1992 crime classic Reservoir Dogs
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Sharon’s public profile skyrocketed in 2002 when the Osbourne family starred in the MTV reality show The Osbournes
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Bakula remains mostly remembered for his role in the hit series Quantum Leap where he portrayed Dr. Sam Beckett, a physicist who “leaps” through time into other people’s bodies to correct historical mistake
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Del Toro’s Hollywood breakthrough came with Blade II and the dark superhero film Hellboy. His critical and commercial success continued with the 2006 fantasy epic Pan’s Labyrinth that won three Academy Awards
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P.J Harvey rose to fame in the early 90’s through the Alternative Rock scene gathering loyal fans such as Kurt Cobain and John Peel
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Damon’s early acting work included minor roles in films like Mystic Pizza, but his breakthrough came in 1997 when he co-wrote and starred in Good Will Hunting with his childhood friend, Ben Affleck
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Turning 75, Sigourney Weaver has played every type of role throughout her extensive career, the “Alien” and “Ghostbusters” star remains one of the most versatile and prolific actresses in Hollywood
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After asserting herself on ‘janet.’ four years earlier, Janet Jackson returned to the studio to craft the sprawling and diverse sounds of “The Velvet Rope” in 1997
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He is one of Rock’s most successful drummers with a career spanning for over 40 years now and one of the 3 founding members of Bon Jovi still playing in the band. Tico Torres turns 71 today
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“Breakfast At Tiffany’s” was the Deep Blue Something’s Only No.1 hit and most famous song, contrary to what it seems the lyrics were not inspired by the famous 1961 movie. Find out what movie really inspired this 90’s classic
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She has played several iconic roles throughout her career, including the memorable Louise on the 1991 movie “Thelma and Louise,” today Susan Sarandon turns 78
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During the 1990’s, Alicia Silverstone’s acting career quickly went from a discreet one-episode role on “The Wonder Years” to one of Hollywood’s top actresses
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Besides being a brilliant singer and songwriter, Tom Petty also was a very visual artist, he produced some of the best and most iconic music videos. We’ve put together 10 of his best music videos to celebrate his life and legacy to music, 7 years after he left us
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Gwen Stefani rose to fame during the 90’s fronting the band No Doubt with the smash hit “Don’t Speak”, today she turns 55
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On October 3, 1992, Sinéad O’Connor appeared on Saturday Night Live as a musical guest; after performing cover of Bob Marley’s “War” she then presented a photo of Pope John Paul II…
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Tommy Lee has been one of the most successful drummers in Rock for over 40 years now, but his relation to music during his teens was very different from Heavy Metal. Today the Mötley Crüe drummer turns 62
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Sting has been one of the most successful artists in the world for well over 4 decades now. He became a well-known name back in the late 1970’s as frontman for The Police with whom he recorded 5 hit albums between 1978 and 1983. He released his first solo album in 1985 making a total now of 12 solo albums. Today, Sting turns 73
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When in 1995 Australian artists Nick Cave and Kylie Minogue release their unexpected duet “Where the Wild Roses Grow” taken from Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds album “Murder Ballads” nobody expected the wonderful results coming from it
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Thirty-two years ago today, the way we enjoyed cartoons changed forever when Cartoon Network launched as the very first twenty-four-hour network dedicated to animation. We Ranked It’s 10 Best Original Series on this list
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Stoltz first caught the attention of critics and audiences with his performance in the 1982 teen classic “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” where he played a stoner alongside Sean Penn, but his major breakthrough came in 1985 with his lead role in “Mask”
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The former top model is regarded as one of the most beautiful women in the world, and since her successful shift into acting during the early 1990s, she has worked across Italian, French, and English-speaking cinema
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The legendary singer-songwriter and actor Kris Kristofferson passed away at age 88. Among countless successful songs, Kristofferson penned the classic “Me and Bobby McGee”, which became his most well-known hit, but for a while, music wasn’t the direction he was following during his early years. We look back at Kristofferson’s life and career.
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These images are part of a collective Pop Culture imagery and a strong legacy from Hugh Hefner
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Brett Anderson formed Suede in the late 1980’s and by 1993 they released their critically acclaimed debut album “Suede.” Though the band was labeled as Britpop but were closer to 1970’s David Bowie than The Beatles
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Throughout his career, Mastroianni appeared in over 150 films and became closely associated with director Federico Fellini, appearing in several of his most iconic films. In 1960, he gained international fame with his performance in Fellini’s “La Dolce Vita”
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Gwyneth Paltrow’s breakthrough came in 1996 when she starred in the film “Emma,” and her career skyrocketed in 1998 with her acclaimed performance in “Shakespeare in Love,” where she played Viola de Lesseps and led to her winning the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1999
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Born on this day in 1947, Meat Loaf was one of the most enduring and hard-working artists in the showbiz
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She found fame with the iconic role of Sarah Connor on “The Terminator” movie series and ever since, has led a very active career
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What are the kids from Stephen King’s 1990 “IT” doing these days? Get some updates on the original “It”
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The timing was perfect for Grohl when he met Kurt Cobain and Krist Novoselic in 1990, the three together became the classic Nirvana line up and without knowing, he was about to make music history and drawing his own successful musical future
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The son of Hollywood royalty, Michael Douglas built a solid career and name for himself without having to live in the shadow of his parent’s success and over the last 50 years he has starred some of the Cinema’s history most memorable movies and created some of the most memorable and iconic characters
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Nirvana shredded into the mainstream on September 24th, 1991, with “Nevermind.”It was all too quick and too fast for Nirvana, their impact in music was tremendous and echoes to this day
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After a mild 1980’s-decade, AC/DC makes one of Rock’s biggest comebacks ever with “The Razor’s Edge” released on September 24th, 1990, which re-affirmed them as a vital force in Heavy Metal and Hard Rock
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One of Hollywood’s most enduring stars, Mickey Rooney made his stage debut at just 17 months old, performing alongside his parents who were vaudeville performers, and his big break came in the 1930s with the role of Andy Hardy in the hugely popular Andy Hardy film series
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The German pop duo who became worldwide famous during the late 1980’s and early 1990’s with a string of pop and dance hits from their 1989 album “All or Nothing” but scandal put an early end to their success
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Bruce Springsteen turns 75 today He is known as The Boss and has been an enduring Rock music force over the last 50 years. A political and social voice and folk poet, Bruce Springsteen has come a long way since the release of his first record in 1973. We look back at his life and career
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Despite never aiming to the music charts, Nick Cave was able to cross into the mainstream with his death, religion, love and violence lyrical obsessions alongside dark music, sung by his baritone and emotional voice
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We created a Top 10 list of Autumn songs to celebrate the Autumn Equinox with music. Check our list now
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One of the most influential rockers of all time, she started out as a member of the all-girl band Runaways, and scored her biggest hit in the beginning of her solo career in the 1980’s with “I Love Rock N’ Roll”
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To celebrate the master of horror Stephen King’s 77th birthday, take a look at his Top 10 most famous books adapted to movies and TV
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“Creep” was released as their debut single on September 21st, 1992, and despite the band self-criticism of it, is still regarded as their signature song
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Released officially worldwide on September 21st, 1993, “In Utero” it’s the most corrosive of all Nirvana albums and light years away from its predecessor the successful 1991 “Nevermind” that brought fame to the Seattle band and put them on the lead of the Grunge movement in the early 90’s
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A brief look back at Liam Gallagher’s career with Oasis
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It wasn’t until 1967, at the age of 33 with his first album, “Songs of Leonard Cohen” that he began his musical career but after he did, he left us a giant legacy in music
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He joined Soundgarden in 1990 and brought along unique basslines and compositions that were essential to the band’s evolution
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The Portuguese guitarist Nuno Bettencourt rose to international prominence as a guitar player after he joined the Boston-area group Extreme in 1985, releasing their most memorable song “More Than Words” in 1990
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On this day in 1991 Michael Jackson was a guest voice on The Simpsons
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“Vs.” is regarded as one of Pearl Jam’s best albums, despite no music videos were made for it, and going through the shadow of Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain suicide just a few months after its release
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The former Runaways singer and ultimate 80’s Metal chick joined the all-female rock band the Runaways at 16 and had a successful solo career during the 1980’s
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On September 19th, 1990, Kylie Minogue’s ‘Better the Devil You Know’ enters the charts and becomes the production and songwriting team Stock Aitken Waterman 100th U.K chart entry
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Known for his intensity and depth, Gandolfini’s portrayal of Tony Soprano became one of television’s most unforgettable performances, earning him widespread critical acclaim and multiple awards
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Born on this day in 1948, John Ritter’s career spanned television, film, and theater, and he became widely recognized for his physical comedy, charm, and warm persona
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Peterson’s famous character Elvira, with her sharp wit, gothic look, and campy humor, became a beloved figure in pop culture, transforming her into a cult icon
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Hole’s debut album produced by Kim Gordon it’s one of the 90’s Alternative Rock seminal albums and gained a cult following among rock and punk music fans since its release on September 17th, 1991
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The 8-sided record that set a milestone in Rock music was released in September 1991. We revisit the Guns N’ Roses classic record
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During the late 1980’s and early 1990’s, singer-songwriter Richard Marx ruled the charts with his easy listen Rock and Pop music, most notably with the ballad “Right Here Waiting”
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During the 1980’s, Mickey Rourke was the biggest sex symbol in Hollywood, landing in several roles of successful erotic or that featured erotic scenes movies and also roles that often reflect his real life, between boxing, ups, downs, and Hollywood
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With a career spanning over five decades, Neill has gained international fame, particularly for his role in the iconic Jurassic Park franchise
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Lincoln achieved global stardom when he was cast as Rick Grimes in the American television series “The Walking Dead” in 2010
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The former Metallica lead guitarist and Megadeth founder and frontman has been one of the leading forces in bringing Metal to mainstream music charts
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The German composer is a well-known name from movie lovers across the world, he has produced, performed and composed over 200 film scores to his name, and forever changed the landscape of film music
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During the late 1990’s, Moby became one of the most successful artists of the decade with the album “Play,” but he actually started off his music career through a very different genre from the one he’s famous for
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During the 1990’s The Verve became one of the main figures of the British Alternative Rock scene with songs such as “Bitter Sweet Symphony” and “The Drugs Don’t Work”
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Jon Moss became worldwide famous as the drummer for Culture Club, but the drummer of songs such as “Karma Chameleon” and former Boy George romantic partner actually came from a strong Punk Rock background prior joining the Culture Club that included many famous Punk bands
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One of the most iconic and respected actors in history and with a career spanning over seven decades, James Earl Jones passed away on September 9, 2024, at the age of 93
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Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” kick started the Alternative Rock revolution on September 10th, 1991
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Looking back at the career of Aerosmith’s legendary founder, guitarist, Rock legend and “Toxic Twin” Joe Perry
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Much more than just a musician, Dave Stewart who started as a struggling New Wave musician in the late 1970’s has built a successful career also as a songwriter and producer to several famous and popular artists for decades now
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In 1992 Nirvana were one of the world’s biggest Rock names, in less than one year they went from an unknown Seattle band to Rock Stars attending the prestigious MTV Video Music Awards
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Sandler’s big break came in 1990 when he was hired as a writer for Saturday Night Live and after leaving SNL, Sandler transitioned to film, finding immediate success in the comedy genre
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One of Dance Music absolute classics, “Ride on Time” by the Italian based group Black Box started a six-week run at No.1 on the UK singles chart on this day, September 9th, 1989. Look back at the song history
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Rap music was never known to provide #1 hits internationally outside Rap charts, but this wasn’t the case for Coolio who in 1995 went No. 1 in several countries worldwide with “Gangsta’s Paradise” featuring L.V
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“Blaze of Glory” remains the only No.1 hit and chart topper of Jon Bon Jovi’s solo career
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Bernsen’s big break came in 1986 when he landed the memorable role of Arnie Becker, a slick and womanizing divorce attorney, on NBC’s legal drama L.A. Law
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The once 1960’s “flower child” life changed after Chrissie Hynde moved from her native Akron, Ohio to London, England during the early 1970’s, forming one of the most successful British New Wave bands ever, The Pretenders
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He remains mostly known as the founder and lead guitarist for the Norwegian 1980’s popular band A-ha who scored smash hits such as “Take on Me”
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Swedish band The Cardigans scored several hits during the 1990’s including the memorable “Lovefool,” today singer and lyricist Nina Persson turns 50
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We look back at the career of The Cranberries charismatic lead singer born 53 years ago today
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Test your Queen knowledge with this quiz
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Happy Birthday to one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actors, read a brief look back at his fantastic career
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Along with their music and their majestic live concerts, Queen put a lot of effort in making music videos to keep up with the visual imagery of the songs, some even got them in trouble, we look back at 10 of the most memorable
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Party animal and animal lover, talented musician and artist, composer and performer, generous friend and passionate lover, Freddie Mercury embodied the Rock N’ Roll mythical excess during his life
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The 60’s and 70’s bombshell was born as Jo-Raquel Tejada on September 5, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois
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To celebrate the life of an absolute icon Pop Expresso put together 12 features on Freddie Mercury and Queen
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Kim Thayil is one of the Grunge Rock movement’s best-known faces and talented musicians, credited as a pioneer of the original Seattle sound
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With his unique drumming style that blends different types of techniques including Tribal beats, Cavalera has become one of Trash Metal’s most influential drummers
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During the 1980’s the actor born Carlos Estévez rose to prominence as one of the most promising young actors of his generation starring in movies as “Platoon” and “Wall Street”
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Salma Hayek’s big break in Hollywood came with the 1995 film “Desperado,” and in 2002, her career reached new heights with the portrayal of the iconic Mexican painter Frida Kahlo in the biographical film “Frida,” which she also produced and earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, making her the first Mexican actress to be nominated in that category
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Keanu Reeves was born on September 2, 1964, in Beirut, Lebanon, and was raised in Toronto, Canada. He is one of the most recognized faces in the big screen and one of our favorite actors. Today that he celebrates 60, let’s look back at his life, career, and his Top 5 Movies
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It was first released on August 18th, 2 days after her 42nd birthday. The song remains one of Madonna’s biggest hits
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Born in Havana, Cuba in 1957, Gloria Estefan has sold over 100 million records worldwide and won seven Grammy Awards throughout an extraordinary career that helped bridge Latin and mainstream music, earning her international acclaim
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Probably the most successful German band ever, Scorpions have built their own foundation in the Heavy Metal and Hard Rock history
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One of the most successful actors not only from his generation but from all time, with a career that has spanned over 40 years, Gere remains one of Hollywood’s most respected and enduring actors. His blend of talent, charm, and compassion has made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry and beyond. Look back at his life and career and watch his iconic scene on “American Gigolo” at the beat of Blondie’s “Call Me
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One of the most important DJs in modern music history, the British John Peel left a strong and enduring legacy from a career that had as much impact and importance as the thousands of bands he promoted
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Michael Jackson built an outstanding career that had very few lows over a 40-year period. Look back at his life in music.
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6 Special Features including new articles and quizzes to mark The King of Pop 66th Anniversary. Check them out!
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As part of a Michael Jackson special to celebrate his 66th birthday, we take a quick overview at his top 3 most successful albums.
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Michael Jackson used the new video and film technology at his disposal to boost his career and vision, which helped him achieve wider audiences and increase record sales. Check the list of his 10 Best Videos
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Which era of The King of Pop fits best to your personality? Find out now!
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Can you match the Michael Jackson lyric with the song? Try the quiz now!
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During the 1990’s, the Canadian country music star Shania Twain unexpectedly conquered the Pop music world, scoring memorable hits around the world such as “Man! I Feel Like a Woman”
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A smash hit and one of the most memorable songs of the 1990’s, Culture Beat’s “Mr. Vain” remains also one of the most successful euro-dance hits of all time
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Jason Priestley became worldwide famous during the early 1990’s when he played the role of teenager Brandon Walsh on the hit TV series “Beverly Hills, 90210” which turned him into a teen idol
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Over the last two decades the actor, comedian and musician Jack Black became one of the most successful and in demand actors of Hollywood
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Best known as his alter ego, Pee-wee Herman, actor and comedian Paul Reubens was born on this day in 1952
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“Ten” remains for some Pearl Jam’s best, or at least, the favorite for non-fans of the Seattle band that still dispute “Ten” as a Grunge album or a FM Rock album. We look back at this Rock music landmark released on August 27, 1991
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“Kiss From a Rose” included on the “Batman Forever” soundtrack was originally written by Seal years before its release and the singer-songwriter thought very little of it
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With her rebellious attitude and distinctive voice, the Scottish singer Shirley Manson caught the attention of famous producer Butch Vig and end up selling millions of records during the 1990’s as a member of Alternative Rock band Garbage
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In 1991, as Kevin McCallister in the blockbuster “Home Alone” Macaulay Culkin became the most famous and best paid child actor in the world. Since then, over the years, controversy has also spiced his personal life
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One of the 90’s most celebrated songs turns 29. “Country House” from one of Britpop’s favorites, Blur, reached number 1 in the UK on this day in 1995
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The 1990’s fashion icon is one of the most famous Top Models of all time, she was the first Chanel blonde and has appeared on more than one thousand magazine covers and holds the record for the model with the most magazine covers
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With his signature face paint, flamboyant stage presence, and keen business acumen, Simmons has become one of the most recognizable figures in rock music and popular culture. As a founder and member of KISS, Gene Simmons has composed, played bass and done lead vocals in some of the band’s best-known hits including “Deuce” and “Rock and Roll All Nite”
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The charismatic lead singer of Judas Priest owns one of the most powerful wide-ranging voices of all time which he has been using very well since the 1970’s in defining Heavy Metal and he has also contributed immensely to the LGBT community and cause after coming out in 1998
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Tim Burton was born in Burbank, California, on August 25, 1958, Burton is known for his dark, gothic, and eccentric horror and fantasy films. To celebrate his birthday, we went back through his entire filmography and ranked his top 10 films.
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With his powerful guitar riffs, technical skill, and creative songwriting, Kisser has played a crucial role in shaping the sound and success of the Brazilian band Sepultura, one of the most iconic metal bands to emerge from South America
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River Phoenix was one of the most promising and talented actors of his generation, the young Hollywood star who prematurely left us aged only 23, was born 54 years ago today
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Born on August 22, 1967, alongside Kurt Cobain and Chris Cornell, Layne Staley was one of the most distinct and popular singers of the Grunge Rock movement during the early 1990’s. Look back at the Top 10 Alice in Chains songs featuring Layne Staley
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As the lead vocalist and lyricist for the Grammy-winning metal band System of a Down and as a solo artist, Tankian has become an influential figure in both the music industry and the global fight for social justice
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With a career that has spanned over three decades, Howlett has been instrumental in shaping the sound of electronic dance music, particularly the big beat genre that emerged in the 1990s
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Born on this day in 1938, for more than 6 decades Kenny Rogers charted the impressive number of more than 120 hit singles of various music genres across the world with songs such as “The Gambler” and “Islands in the Stream”
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Kim Catrall is still best known for her role as Samantha Jones on the HBO comedy series “Sex and the City” and for the 1987 blockbuster “Mannequin”, but she owns a career that started back in the 1970’s and starred in several popular TV series and movies
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Dimebag Darrell co-founded Pantera in 1981 with his brother Vinnie Paul on drums, one of the biggest and most successful Metal bands from the 1980’s and specially the 1990’s
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One of the 1980’s TV heartthrobs and with a career spanning several decades, Stamos has become a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. The “General Hospital” actor has successfully revived his popularity over the last two decades by appearing in new series and movies and also as an outspoken supporter for the LGBT community
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With a career that spans several decades, Dillon has earned recognition for his ability to bring a range of characters to life, from intense war dramas to comedic television series
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The quiet and talented John Deacon was never too much fond of the spotlight, not even when Queen was performing for tens of thousands of people, the bassist and composer was born 74 years ago today in 1951
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Maria de Medeiros role as the fragile Fabienne, Bruce Willis French girlfriend in “Pulp Fiction” remains one of the highlights of her prolific acting career
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Peters had a lasting impact on the Seattle music scene, particularly during the rise of grunge in the late 1980s and early 1990s. With an extensive and influential body of work with Mudhoney, he was also part of Bundle of Hiss and briefly joined Nirvana in 1990, recording the band’s song “Sliver.”
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Edward Norton is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation, he has been nominated for an Academy Award three time including for his film debut “Primal Fear” and in 2014 for “Birdman”
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Christian Slater came to prominence during the 1980’s mostly through teen oriented movies, and was included in the famous “brat pack” actors at the time
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Madeleine Stowe who comes from a prominent Costa Rica family, originally wanted to be a concert pianist and became famous during the 1990’s by appearing in movies such as “12 Monkeys”
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Born on this day in 1952, The beloved Patrick Swayze’s untimely death at age 57 in 2009, left a big void that is yet to be filled, but thankfully we can look back and testify his talent and legacy with the movies he left us
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Sean Penn owns two academy awards and one of the 1980’s most infamous marriages, when in 1985 he and Madonna started a controversial relationship that even led him to jail. Today he turns 64 and we look back at his life and career
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A brilliant and acclaimed actor, Robert De Niro has written several pages in movie history since the 1970’s when he first got noticed with his memorable role of the young Vito Corleone in the 1974 “The Godfather Part II”. We look back at his Top 10 Best Roles today that he turns 81
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After a successful decade that introduced her to the mainstream and put her on the throne of Pop music as the Queen, Madonna would seem to have a problem adapting to the new era of the 1990’s to match her previous success, but for her, between eroticism and mysticism, this was a piece of cake
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A key part of Madonna’s wide-ranging career has been her eye-catching, conversation-sparking music videos, which have been as impactful and memorable as the hit songs themselves. A master of reinvention, these videos serve as a reminder of her famous array of looks, always referencing the latest trends while staying true to central themes of sex, religion and female empowerment
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Madonna has been dictating the fashion industry since the early 1980’s when she first became popular with her unique “Madonna Look” which included crucifixes, lots of bracelets and street wear. We’ve selected some of her best images between 1990 and 1999 on this gallery, get inspired by the absolute Queen of Pop
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Madonna Louise Ciccone doesn’t need introductions, the living legend who was born on August 16, 1958, turns an amazing 66th birthday today. We pay tribute to the absolute Queen of Pop with several special features on Pop Expresso including photo galleries, lists of her most defining songs, insights on some of her big hits and also Quizzes
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Over the last two decades Halle Berry has been present in some of the most successful blockbusters including the “X-Men” movie series, “Catwoman” and “Gothika”, the actress who started as a model and came 6th in the Miss World contest, turns 58 today
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Steve Martin started his career as a comedy writer for The Smothers Brothers Show but it was with the memorable 1987 movie “Roxanne” that solidified his acting career
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It seems that David Crosby did it all throughout his life, he was one of the last standing men from the 1960’s Rock and Psychedelic music generation who still released new music and toured but in recent years shortly before he passed in early 2023. Look back briefly at his life and career.
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Peter Krause’s breakthrough role came in 2001 when he was cast as Nate Fisher in the HBO drama series “Six Feet Under”
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The acclaimed Pat Metheny, who in 1985 collaborated with David Bowie in the hit song “This Is Not America”, has won 20 Grammy Awards, being the only person ever to win that desirable music award in 10 different categories
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By releasing albums such as “Brothers in Arms” and hit singles Dire Straits, co-founded and fronted by Mark Knopfler sold in excess of 120 million records worldwide
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Eric Carmen’s solo career took off with the release of his self-titled debut album in 1975. The album featured the hit single “All by Myself,” a power ballad that Carmen composed based on a theme from Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2. The song became a massive hit, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100
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Beloved professional wrestler, actor, and television personality Hulk Hogan was born Terry Gene Bollea, on August 11, 1953, in Augusta, Georgia, and was discovered in 1979 by World Wrestling Federation owner Vince McMahon Sr.
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From his early work in Spanish cinema with Pedro Almodóvar to his success as a Hollywood leading man, Antonio Banderas is one of the world’s most prolific actors. We look back at his Top 10 movies today that he turns 64
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Rosanna Arquette is part of the famous and talented Arquette family, she hit the mainstream during the 1980’s with movies such as “Desperately Seeking Susan”, today she turns 65
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Anderson’s breakthrough came in 1993 when she was cast as FBI Special Agent Dana Scully in the science fiction television series “The X-Files.” Her portrayal of Scully, a medical doctor and skeptical investigator, earned her critical acclaim and several awards, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Series
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Throughout her career, Melanie Griffith landed some iconic movie roles that remain memorable. The daughter of actress Tippi Hedren, Griffith made a name for herself, and built a career mixed with many relationships and marriages in the eye of the public. Today she turns 67
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Whitney Houston was the most awarded female act of all time with 200 million records sold worldwide, one of music’s greatest voices, she passed away aged only 48. We remember her exceptional life and career, and her voice and music through the concert Live in Japan, 1990, today that marks her 61st birthday
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The actor has been a familiar face in the big screen and TV since the 1960’s when he appeared in the western classic “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid”
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With an illustrious career that spans over five decades, and known for his portrayals of emotionally vulnerable characters and also antiheroes, Dustin Hoffman was nominated seven times to the Best Actor category
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The Edge’s guitar playing has become one of the most important parts of U2’s distinctive and influential sound which still inspires new generations of musicians today
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“This Used to Be My Playground” was composed to be used as the theme song of the movie “A League of Their Own” starring Madonna but end up not being included on the movie’s soundtrack album
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With his wide-ranging operatic vocal style and energetic stage presence, Bruce Dickinson wrote his name in the history of Rock and Heavy Metal
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For over the last two decades the Academy Award winner Charlize Theron has starred in several blockbusters including “Monster” and “Atomic Blonde”
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Wayne Knight’s signature role remains that of Newman in “Seinfeld”, but he also has starred in several Hollywood blockbusters throughout his career and given voice to animated characters
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Throughout his career David Duchovny has presented us with characters such as Fox Mulder and Hank Moody, today he turns 64
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Over the last two decades Vera Farmiga has played memorable roles on contemporary horror films and series including “The Conjuring” and “Bates Motel”, today she turns 51
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During his 60 years career span, Saxon specialized in roles where he often played law enforcement officials, police officers or detectives, in action and horror movies including “A Nightmare on Elm Street” and “Enter the Dragon”
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He’s one of the most iconic and legendary musicians of the Californian Hardcore Punk scene of the late 1970’s and early 1980’s and a member of some of the most influential bands ever, Smear has done it all and gone through it all, from receiving racial and homophobic abuse from a (drunken) famous Rock Superstar to appearing as an extra in a Prince and The Revolution music video to witnessing the legendary frontmen from two of his bands committing suicide in their twenties and composing a song with Paul McCartney
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To celebrate the 55th anniversary of Sepultura co-founder and former frontman Max Cavalera, here’s 10 of their very best songs featuring Max on lead vocals
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Find out which artist and song was the first Billboard Hot 100 No.1 and some of the songs that have stayed the longest period on the main world reference music chart
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In 1982, Stewart published her first book, “Entertaining,” which became a best-seller and established her as an authority on home entertaining and lifestyle and led among other achievements to a successful career in TV
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Born 98 years ago today, he was one of the last surviving living legends of the golden crooning and jazz era and never thought of retiring, He continued as prolific as ever and also outspoken until the day he died.
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One of the most influential bands of the last 40 years, Metallica’s adventure begun during the early 1980’s when James Hetfield answered a classified advertisement by drummer Lars Ulrich. Today James Hetfield turns 61 and we look back at his life, career and Metallica’s Top 20 Songs
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One of the most important Horror Masters of our time that gave us classics such as “Nightmare on Elm Street” contributing immensely for our Pop Culture landscape
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Butch Vig produced some of the most acclaimed albums of the 1990’s including “Nevermind” by Nirvana and “Siamese Dream” by The Smashing Pumpkins and his own band Garbage debut in 1995. Today he turns 69
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With his acting debut at age 14 as John Connor in the 1991 blockbuster “Terminator 2” Edward Furlong skyrocketed to international popularity, but in recent years he has struggling to get back the Hollywood spot he once held
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