The iconic Nancy Sinatra turns 86 today

With “These Boots Are Made for Walkin'” Nancy Sinatra created a popular and enduring image of the Swinging Sixties, today she turns 86

The day Brian Jones was dismissed from the Rolling Stones

After several months of alienation and self-isolation in his Cotchford Farm home, Brian Jones, founding member, and guitarist of the Rolling Stones was visited by Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, and Charlie Watts to discuss the future of the band

Tom Jones turns 86 today

Tom Jones career has now spanned six decades, and he has literally done everything in the music business, from hit singer to Variety shows to Las Vegas appearances and even as a coach in The Voice on recent years. Today the “Delilah” singer turns 86

The King of Cool Dean Martin was born on this day in 1917

Actor, singer and comedian, Dean Martin, the voice of “That’s Amore” and member of the “Rat Pack” was born 109 years ago today

“(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” was first released on this day in 1965

On June 6th, 1965 “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” was first released. The U.S was the chosen market to debut the song as a single

Ten of the best songs from The Mamas & The Papas featuring Michelle Phillips

The Mamas & The Papas went separate ways towards the beginning of the 1970’s, but songs such as “Monday, Monday” or “California Dreamin'” remain as popular as ever. To celebrate Michelle Phillips 82nd birthday here’s ten of the best songs from The Mamas & The Papas

Remembering The Stooges original bass player and founding member Dave Alexander

Dave Alexander was born on this day in 1947 and passed away aged 27 in 1975. He was one of The Stooges founding members and had an active role on the band’s first two albums

The Beat Poet and free thinker Allen Ginsberg was born on this day in 1926

Allen Ginsberg vigorously opposed militarism, economic materialism, and sexual repression, he was a pioneer on Gay rights and inspired music artists such as Bob Dylan, Patti Smith or Jim Morrison. We look back at the life of this legendary poet

Aretha Franklin peaks to No.1 in 1967 with her feminist driven version of “Respect”

“Respect” was originally recorded by Otis Redding in 1965, but it was Aretha Franklin’s 1967 version that made the song popular. On this day it climbed to No.1

On this day in 1968 “Mrs. Robinson” by Simon & Garfunkel peaks to No.1 on the Hot 100

“Mrs. Robinson” by Simon & Garfunkel was first made available as part of the soundtrack of the 1967 movie “The Graduate,” in 1968 the song peaked to No.1 on the Hot 100 and became a worldwide hit for the duo

The Baroque Pop of David Bowie’s 1967 debut album

Hated by many, the David Bowie self-titled debut it’s essentially a baroque-pop album with hints of Psychedelic and Vaudeville Music Hall and a selection of songs that are notable for a 20-year-old songwriter

On his 96th birthday, check out the Top 5 Clint Eastwood films

Famous actor and director, Clint Eastwood was born on May 31, 1930. Eastwood has acted in or directed films that have grossed over $3.5 billion. Here are Clint Eastwood’s 5 best films over his 70-year plus career.

The Beatles score their fourth U.S No.1 with “Love Me Do” in 1964

“Love Me Do” it’s one of The Beatles signature songs, it was recorded with three different drummers in 1962 and in 1964, within only five months it earned the band their fourth U.S No.1

Top 10 Creedence Clearwater Revival Songs

Creedence Clearwater Revival was first formed in 1959 by lead singer and guitarist John Fogerty with his high school friends Stu, Doug and his brother Tom and during the late 1960’s became one of the biggest Rock bands in the world. John Fogerty turns 81, check 10 of their best songs

Remembering Horror Icon Vincent Price

Vincent Price was born on May 27, 1911, in St. Louis, Missouri. Although Price initially began his film career as a character actor, he transitioned easily into the over-the-top roles he would become illustrious for in pop culture

Revisiting the Bob Dylan 1963 modern Folk masterpiece “The Freewheelin’”

Bob Dylan’s 1963 “The Freewheelin’” secured him an unstoppable cult following, but more than that, it also defined him as “Spokesman of a Generation.” We revisit this influential album released on May 27, 1963

The Beatles “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” – A Splendid Time Is Guaranteed for All

It’s 2026, and The Beatles masterpiece “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” turns 59. It’s no longer 20 years ago today but 59, and in an ocean of reviews and articles, this is just another one to celebrate the existence of one of the most acclaimed and influential albums of all times, not just in Rock or Pop, but in the whole Pop Culture imaginary

Celebrate the legendary Bob Dylan 85th anniversary with his Top 20 songs

Bob Dylan is one of the most important and respected musicians, songwriters and poets of all time, a “voice of a generation” with countless songs that influenced generations of bands and artists including The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix. Today, he turns 85 and we’ve put together what we consider to be his Top 20 songs by order of influence and popularity.

12 Bob Dylan inspirational and thoughtful quotes

Bob Dylan, poet, and songwriter, was awarded the Literature Nobel Prize in 2016. The influential, iconic and legendary figure is a man of few words when in public, and we’ve compiled some of his best ones on these 12 quotes

The Rolling Stones classic “Jumpin’ Jack Flash” was first released on this day in 1968

Released on May 24, 1968, “Jumpin’ Jack Flash” was the Rolling Stones return to their Blues roots after their Psychedelic phase that culminated with the 1967 album “Their Satanic Majesties Request”

Revisiting The Who’s timeless masterpiece “Tommy,” a perfect example of Rock music as an art form

The Opera-Rock tale of the deaf, dumb and blind boy, mostly composed by Pete Townshend, remains one of the perfect examples of Rock music as an art form. We revisit this influential masterpiece released on May 23, 1969

Guess the Lyrics: Cher

The iconic Cher turns 80. Since the 1960’s that she has recorded some of Pop music’s most memorable songs, alongside with her acting skills. How well do you know the Pop Diva lyrics? Do the quiz and find out!

Celebrate the legendary Pete Townshend birthday with 10 of the very best The Who songs

Pete Townshend remains one of Rock’s biggest legends and influential figures. The Who guitarist and the man behind the groundbreaking Rock-Opera “Tommy” turn 81 today. We look back at 10 of the very best The Who songs

Five of the Best Dennis Hopper movies

One of the most influential actors of all time, Dennis Hopper left a valuable and timeless film legacy as an actor, writer and director. We look back at five of his best movies on the 90th anniversary of his birth

The Top 10 Cream songs

We look back at the Top 10 Cream songs remembering Jack Bruce on his 83rd birthday

Ten of the Best Stevie Wonder songs

With a career that has spanned for over 60 years, Stevie Wonder has composed some of Soul, Funk and Pop best songs. The once Motown child prodigy and one of the biggest music composers turns 76 today

Have you ever been experienced? Revisiting the 1967 debut and seminal The Jimi Hendrix Experience album “Are You Experienced?”

A timeless and influential Rock album that hasn’t aged a second since its original release The Jimi Hendrix Experience’s “Are You Experienced?” came out on May 12, 1967, a golden year for music. We revisit Hendrix’s strong LP debut

The final chords of Brian Jones with the Stones

1968 marked the definitive departure of Brian Jones from the band he created, the Rolling Stones, by 1969, the split was inevitable and later that year, he tragically died at age 27

Top 10 Songs by The Animals

The Animals, part of the “British Invasion” alongside The Beatles, Rolling Stones and The Who, owned a distinctive sound that defined and became influential throughout the rest of the 1960’s. The band’s frontman Eric Burdon celebrates 85 today

The Scottish Psychedelic Folk singer and songwriter Donovan turns 80 today

Donovan composed and interpreted some of the most memorable 1960’s anthems, we look back some of the highlights of his career today that he turns 80

The Guess Who scored their only No.1 on the US Hot 100 with the controversial “American Woman”

Released in 1970, “American Woman,” now a classic rock staple, was quickly associated with the U.S Vietnam draft, and categorized as an “anti-war song” interpreted as an attack on U.S. politics

The Kinks release their finest Pop single “Waterloo Sunset” in 1967

After becoming famous as one of the loudest Rock bands of the mid-1960’s, The Kinks released one of their most melodic Pop songs ever in 1967, “Waterloo Sunset,” but the song was initially not written about London

Guitar legend Dick Dale was born on this day in 1937

The legendary guitarist Dick Dale, credited for creating the Surf music style, influenced generations of guitarists with his pioneering and innovative technique

In 1967, BBC’s Top of the Pops broadcast The Jimi Hendrix Experience performing “Purple Haze”

By May 1967, The Jimi Hendrix Experience was already established in Europe as one of the biggest Rock acts. BBC broadcast their performance of “Purple Haze” at the Top of the Pops on May 4, 1967

The “Mr. Dynamite” James Brown was born on this day in 1933

James Brown, aka Mr. Dynamite and the Godfather of Soul, is undoubtedly one of the most influential and respected artists of all time. His music helped to develop genres such as Funk, Dance, and House music while at the same time also influencing Rock acts. He was born 93 years ago today

Former Apple star and Beatles “protégé” Mary Hopkin turns 76 today

Welsh singer Mary Hopkin is not a name that resonates with many people today. However, she played a rather important role in pop music during the late 1960s and 1970s, being a protégé of the Beatles and a collaborator with David Bowie.

Lesley Gore, the voice of the 1960’s hit “It’s My Party” was born on this day in 1946

Lesley Gore was one of the most successful teen acts of the early 1960’s, she became famous with the smash hit “It’s My Party,” which she remains heavily associated with, later in life she became an activist for LGBT rights. Gore was born on this day 80 years ago today

The French Yé-Yé icon Jacques Dutronc turns 83 today

Due to his sense of fashion, his looks, style and original music compositions, Jacques Dutronc quickly became an Icon, filling pages of the French magazine “Salut Les Copains” with stylish photographs

Sandie Shaw peaks to No.1 across Europe with her Eurovision Song Contest winning song “Puppet on a String”

In 1967, one of the most memorable songs to have won the Eurovision Song Contest in Europe, “Puppet on a String” by Sandie Shaw achieved global sales in excess of 4 million

Maurice Williams turns 88 today

Maurice Williams became famous with The Zodiacs during the early 1960’s with the song “Stay,” now a timeless Rock classic. He was born on this day in 1938

The NME Poll Winners Awards of 1964 gathered together some of the greatest Rock bands and artists ever on one stage, including The Beatles and The Rolling Stones

One of the greatest Rock events of all time, the NME Poll Winners concert of 1964 took place on April 26, 1964, at the Empire Pool, Wembley and it featured an all-star lineup

Dusty Springfield scores her first and only No.1 in the UK in 1966 with “You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me”

“You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me” remains Dusty Springfield only No.1 single in the UK. The song, which was a cover of an Italian original, peaked at the top of the UK charts on this day in 1966

The legendary jazz singer “Lady Ella” Fitzgerald was born 109 years ago today

Ella Fitzgerald was born in Virginia but was raised in New York where she gained a taste for jazz music. The Queen of Jazz was born on this day in 1917

The Creedence Clearwater Revival bassist Stu Cook turns 81 today

Stu Cook rose to fame as the bass player for the legendary Californian band Creedence Clearwater Revival during the late 1960’s and early 1970’s with whom he had an impressive string of Rock hits, today, he turns 81

The Del Shannon’s rock classic “Runaway” peaks to No.1 in 1961

“Runaway” was released by Del Shannon in February 1961 backed with “Jody” on BigTop records and it’s one of the most memorable songs of the 1960’s

The Doors release their first No.1 “Light My Fire”

Taken from their debut album “The Doors” where it runs for over seven minutes, “Light My Fire” was never considered for being a single, and it had to be edited in order to fit the airplay demand of the song. In July 1967, it became their first No.1

The legendary Roy Orbison was born 90 years ago today

With a blending of Country music and Rock N’ Roll together with his eerie vocals, Roy Orbison created a unique and sometimes haunting signature sound that has influenced several artists over the years

“Get Back” becomes The Beatles 16th UK No.1 in 1969

Originally released as a single on 11 April 1969 and credited to “The Beatles with Billy Preston, “Get Back” was the first and only single by The Beatles to credit another artist

On April 1965, The Beatles score their 7th consecutive UK No.1 with “Ticket To Ride”

The Beatles impressive career reached another milestone when in April 1965, their single “Ticket To Ride” became their 7th consecutive UK No.1

The Troggs unleash their revolutionary single “Wild Thing” in April 1966

Originally released and recorded by the Wild Ones the year before, it was through The Troggs version that “Wild Thing” became one of Rock’s most significant and influential songs

Iggy Pop: The 9 Lives of the Iguana*

Iggy Pop is a survivor, a warrior of Rock music and today that he turns 79, and we look back at his life and career

The legendary and impressive Rock producer and engineer Eddie Kramer turns 84

Eddie Kramer has one of the most impressive careers in Rock music. Since the 1960’s his collaborations as producer and engineer with names such as Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, KISS, The Rolling Stones and Blue Cheer among many others, have earned him a big place on Rock N’ Roll history.

The Animals founder and influential keyboardist Alan Price turns 84

His distinctive organ playing on songs such as “The House of the Rising Sun” turned Alan Price into one of the most influential Rock keyboardists. Today he turns 84

The legendary 1964 “T.A.M.I.” The show was released on theaters in the U.K on this day in 1965

“T.A.M.I.” Show (“Teen Age Music International”), was held during two dates in October 1964 at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium and featured acts such as James Brown, Rolling Stones, The Beach Boys, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes and Chuck Berry among many others. The film of the concert was first released in theaters in December 1964, and on April 19, 1965

The legendary Rock music producer Paul A. Rothchild was born on this day in 1935

Paul A. Rothchild was one of the most respected and requested producers in Rock music. He produced several legendary Rock acts during the 1960’s and 1970’s including The Doors, Janis Joplin, Love, Neil Young and Joni Mitchell. We look back at the career of this legendary figure in Rock

The “Polish Prince” Bobby Vinton was born on this day in 1935

During the early 1960’s, Bobby Vinton rose to stardom with his unique soft voice singing smooth and soft love songs. He remains the most successful romantic singer during a predominantly Rock music era. He was born 91 years ago today

Revisiting The Rolling Stones 1964 debut album, that marked the beginning of their amazing journey

In 1964 the Rolling Stones began their amazing journey with their debut album “The Rolling Stones.” Essentially a Blues and Rock N’ Roll covers LP, the album also included some of the first compositions by the Stones and Jagger/Richards. We revisit this essential classic Rock album released on this day 62 years ago

In 1969 a Reggae based song hits No.1 for the first time in the U.K. “Israelites” by Desmond Dekker and The Aces, blend Reggae and Pop in a perfect union

During the 1960’s, Reggae was considered a music style strictly oriented to the Jamaican audiences, but towards the end of the decade, Desmond Dekker helped it get noticed by the mainstream with his hit “Israelites”

The Bee Gees release their first international hit “New York mining Disaster 1941” in 1967

The Bee Gees might be today best remembered for their Disco string of smash hits during the late 1970’s; however, the brothers Gibb had a completely different songwriting perspective and hits in the late 1960’s

In 1967 David Bowie releases the eerie single “The Laughing Gnome”

One of David Bowie’s most eerie songs and singles, “The Laughing Gnome” was first released as a novelty single by Deram Records on April 14, 1967

In 1967 Frank Sinatra and daughter Nancy Sinatra release their famous No.1 hit duet “Somethin’ Stupid”

“Somethin’ Stupid” wasn’t perhaps the most appropriate subject to be sung in a duet between father and daughter, but it became one of the most popular songs of all time when it was released by Frank and Nancy

The legendary rocker John Kay from Steppenwolf turns 82 today

Steppenwolf were one of the most influential Rock bands to emerge from the late 60’s rock scene, the charismatic lead singer John Kay was born on this day in 1944

The peculiar Tiny Tim was born 94 years ago today

The unique Tiny Tim had a voice that is still remembered to this day as one of the most peculiar to have landed in the mainstream Pop music world. We look back at his life and career on the day he was born, 94 years ago today

The NME Poll Winners Awards of 1965, “the greatest pop show in the world”

On April 11, 1965, after having gathered in 1964 The Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Hollies and Roy Orbison among others, NME reunited again on the same night an amazing line up of performers

In 1969 Jim Morrison turns himself in to the FBI

On March 2nd, 1969, in Miami, The Doors begun their downward spiral after a visibly unleashed and very intoxicated Jim Morrison supposedly exposed himself on stage

In 1964 The Beatles earn their fourth No.1 in the U.K with the record-breaking “Can’t Buy Me Love”

By the time McCartney’s “Can’t Buy Me Love” reached No.1 in the U.S, The Beatles held the entire top five on the Hot 100

Remembering the Prince of Soul, Marvin Gaye

The legendary Marvin Gaye was pivotal in taking Soul music to the mainstream during the 1960’s. He released several memorable songs such as “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology”), “What’s Going On” and “Sexual Healing” among others. His life was cut short at the age of 44 by his own father. We look back at his career on what would have been his 87th birthday

In his own words: 15 Quotes by Serge Gainsbourg

The iconic Serge Gainsbourg had a way with the words, never comfortable with the establishment, throughout his life he wrote beautiful memorable songs and poems that continue to influence and inspire new generations of musicians, poets and artists around the world. To celebrate his anniversary, we’ve gathered together 15 memorable quotes by the man himself

Serge Gainsbourg: A Life Dedicated to Music, Poetry, Art, Women and Controversy

Serge Gainsbourg was born on April 2, 1928, 97 years ago. He lived a lifetime dedicated to life’s best things, with high dosages of scandal and controversy mixed along with his unique genius for writing poetry and music. We look back at the life and career of this French icon.

Celebrate Eric Clapton’s 81st Birthday with his Top 10 Songs

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

In 1963 The Chiffons peaks to No.1 with their doo wop hit “He’s So Fine”

“He’s So Fine” it’s a definitive 1960’s classic, but The Chiffons No.1 song was later on the origin of a lawsuit against former Beatle George Harrison during the 1970’s

Miss Diana Ross turns 82 years old

She’s a timeless diva, one of the most successful singers and performers of all time and with a career that has spanned for over 60 years

Watch The Beatles Top Of The Pops debut as it was originally broadcast in 1964

In 1964 at the height of the Beatlemania, The Beatles finally make their debut appearance on the popular BBC show Top of The Pops, but as it was practice back then by BBC, the original tapes were erased

In 1967 The Turtles knock The Beatles out of the US Hot 100 No.1 with “Happy Together”

“Happy Together” by The Turtles remains one of the most memorable pop songs of the 1960’s

Legendary producer Jimmy Miller was born on this day in 1942

Jimmy Miller was responsible for producing The Rolling Stones string of hit albums between 1968 and 1973, but aside from the work he did with the Stones, he also produced several landmark albums. He was born on this day in 1942

The iconic William Shatner turns 95

For more than seven decades, the multifaceted William Shatner has been one of the most prolific actors, but also author, director and even singer

Remembering The Yardbirds original lead singer Keith Relf

Keith Relf left his mark on Rock history as a member of the British 60’s band The Yardbirds, despite never having reached the heights of fame as Yardbirds fellow members Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page and Jeff Beck

The influential Wilson Pickett was born on this day in 1941

Wilson Pickett was a major figure in the development of American soul music, during the 1960’s he scored several hits including “In the Midnight Hour” and “Mustang Sally.” He was born 85 years ago

The Jefferson Airplane co-founder and guitarist Paul Kantner was born on this day in 1941

Paul Kantner, who wrote many of the band’s best songs, co-founded the Jefferson Airplane in 1965. He had one of Rock’s longest careers and contributed immensely to the 1960’s West Coast sound. We look back at his life and career

Influential Folk Rock musician and singer John Sebastian turns 82 today

John Sebastian is still most famous for being a former member and the founder of The Lovin’ Spoonful, but his career goes beyond that. We look back at his life and career on the day he turns 82

The Walker Brothers get their second No.1 in 1966 with “The Sun Ain’t Gonna Shine Anymore”

Originally released in 1965 as a single titled “The Sun Ain’t Gonna Shine (Anymore)” by Four Seasons member Frankie Valli, The Walker Brothers version turned out to be most popular and became a hit worldwide

On this day in 1965 the Rolling Stones peak to No.1 with “The Last Time”

“The Last Time” remains one of the Rolling Stones most popular songs. The song sparked some controversy in 1997 when The Verve sampled it

Otis Redding posthumously released single “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay” peaks to No.1 on this day in 1968

The song, that Redding intended “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay” to be different from all his previous work, though he didn’t have time to finish it the way he wanted, it became his most popular release selling 4 million copies worldwide after his untimely death in 1967. Read more facts about this classic

The controversial Beach Boy Mike Love turns 85 today

Mike Love his often regarded as a malign figure in the Beach Boys history despite the enormous musical contributions he had made for the band that includes some of their biggest hits. Today he turns 85

Revisiting “The Velvet Underground & Nico”, a timeless music gem

Revisiting one of the most visionary and influential albums of all time, the 1967 “The Velvet Underground & Nico”, first released on March 12th, 1967

Vanilla Fudge’s lead singer and amazing keyboardist Mark Stein turns 79

Mark Stein became famous as the lead singer and keyboardist of Psychedelic Rock band Vanilla Fudge and he influenced musicians such as Jon Lord from Deep Purple. Today he turns 79

Tom Jones gets the first of his many No.1 hits on this day in 1965 with “It’s Not Unusual”

Tom Jones was one of the biggest hitmakers on Pop music. His first No.1 “It’s Not Unusual” wasn’t originally written for him, find out who declined the song in his favor

“Hey! Baby” by Bruce Channel goes No.1 on the Hot 100 on this day in 1962

Perhaps Bruce Channel had only one hit during his career, but it was a timeless one. Learn what famous and equally, an iconic song was influenced by Channel’s hit “Hey! Baby”

The influential and legendary John Cale turns 84 today

Ever since he formed The Velvet Underground back in the 1960’s, that John Cale has had a long and productive career contributing immensely to the Alternative and Art Rock music scene. Today he turns 84

The Monkees’ Michael Dolenz turns 81 today

Michael Dolenz reached the peak of his success worldwide as a member of 1960’s American Pop sensation The Monkees, he was born on this day in 1945

Bob Dylan releases “Subterranean Homesick Blues” single on this day in 1965

Bob Dylan’s “Subterranean Homesick Blues” it’s one of the most influential songs of all time, but it impacts, which encapsulates the 1960’s social culture, was also felt through the promotional film. Learn more interesting facts on this iconic Dylan track

An unexpected hit by an unexpected singer, “Wand’rin Star” by actor Lee Marvin peaked to No.1 on this day in 1970

The song that reached No.1 in the U.K on March 7, 1970, remains one of Lee Marvin’s most unexpected and loved works

Love singer Arthur Lee was born 81 years ago

Arthur Lee rose to fame with the band Love during the late 1960’s who made timeless hits such as “7 and 7 Is” and “Orange Skies.” He was born on this day in 1945

“My Girl” earns The Temptations a deserved Hot 100 No.1 in 1965

It’s one of the most recognizable and absolute music classics of all time, “My Girl,” by The Temptations was first released in late 1964

Charles Manson’s “Lie” – When a terror cult meets pop culture and music

Released on March 6, 1970, shortly after the infamous Hollywood murders practiced by Manson’s cult the Family, “Lie” is worth for the cultural significance of it, or the controversial cultural significance as for the first time

The Rolling Stones scored their fourth U.S No.1 in 1967 with “Ruby Tuesday”

The song, coupled as double A-side single with the risqué “Let’s Spend the Night Together”, remains one of the Stones biggest hits, read some interesting facts on who actually wrote it and who was Ruby Tuesday

Karen Carpenter was born 76 years ago today

With The Carpenters, Karen scored a string of worldwide Pop music hits throughout the 1970’s including “We’ve Only Just Begun” and “Rainy Days and Mondays”

“Release Me” by Engelbert Humperdinck, the surprising single that stopped The Beatles to reach the No.1 in the U.K singles charts in 1967

In 1967, it wasn’t the Rolling Stones, or The Who or The Kinks who prevented The Beatles to reach No.1 in the UK singles charts but Engelbert Humperdinck

The Who’s Roger Daltrey turns 82

One of the most legendary and iconic Rock singer and frontmen ever, Roger Daltrey influenced and continues to influence generations of singers, with his unique vocals and charismatic stage presence

Remembering Johnny Cash, The Man in Black

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

George Harrison: The Quiet Beatle

George Harrison’s life was cut short, but his influence in music can still be heard today, together with John Lennon, Harrison was the most daring of the four Beatles on what concerned experimenting with music. We look back at his life and career on his 83rd birthday

Legendary performer Nina Simone was born on this day in 1933

The Amazing Nina Simone was born on February 21, 1933, in Tryon, North Carolina. Simone released a bevy of albums like “The Amazing Nina Simone” (1959), “Nina Simone Sings Ellington!” (1962), “Wild Is the Wind” (1966) and “Silk and Soul” (1967).

Lou Christie was born on this day in 1943 and on the same day in 1966 scored a No.1 with “Lightnin’ Strikes”

Lou Christie was born on February 19, 1943, in Glenwillard, Pennsylvania. On his 23rd Birthday, in 1966, his song “Lightnin’ Strikes” went No 1 in the U.S Hot 100. Written by Christie and Twyla Herbert, the song became a 1960’s classic and Christie’s best-known song.

The Legendary Lee Marvin was born on this day in 1924

Lee Marvin, it’s one of Hollywood’s biggest movie legends, but he also was a man who had many sides to him. War hero, actor, singer and even the first Hollywood advocate for Gay Rights. We look back at his life on his birthday

Watch the 1969 documentary “Bed Peace” made by John Lennon and Yoko Ono

In 1969 John Lennon and Yoko Ono went on a famous protest against the war that saw the couple spending a week in hotel beds on Amsterdam and Toronto. The documented journey was made into a documentary by Lennon and Ono themselves

Yoko Ono turns 93 today

The artist Yoko Ono is most famous for her marriage and relationship to John Lennon, but she has had a long and productive artistic career on several fields and her experimental music influenced many of the early Alternative Rock and Art Rock movement

Remembering the artist and politician Sonny Bono on his birthday

Sonny Bono helped to launch Cher’s career with their successful duo Sonny & Cher back in the 1960’s, with a string of hits such as “I Got You Babe” or “The Beat Goes On.” But he also wrote many songs for other artists and had an active acting career and later in his life, also as a politician. Look back at Sonny Bono’s life

The Rolling Stones Studio albums 1964-1974

A look back at the Stones albums released during their most creative and enduring period

We remember and dedicate Sonny & Cher’s “I Got You Babe” to everyone out there on this Valentine’s Day

Love is for everyone and on this Valentine’s Day, it’s for you

Manfred Mann scores a No.1 in the UK on Valentine’s Day 1968 with Dylan’s cover of “The Mighty Quinn”

“The Mighty Quinn” was originally written and recorded as a demo by Bob Dylan in 1967 under a different title, the Manfred Mann version reached No.1 on Valentine’s Day 1968. Learn more about the background of this popular song

The Beatles “Strawberry Fields Forever/Penny Lane” was first released on this day in 1967

The double A-side single release of “Strawberry Fields Forever/Penny Lane” is one of the greatest single releases ever. Simultaneously the beginning and pinnacle of The Beatles Psychedelic period, the importance of the two songs to Pop and Rock music history is undeniable

Remembering Ray Manzarek, the legendary and influential co-founder and keyboardist of The Doors

Ray Manzarek was the working mastermind behind The Doors, he kept the legacy running during decades after lead singer’s Jim Morrison demise. We look back at his life and career on what would be his 87th Birthday

The Beatles became early pioneers on promoting singles through music videos in 1967 when they premier on Top Of The Pops “Penny Lane” and “Strawberry Fields Forever”

On February 9, 1967, The Beatles sent promotional films of their new single to be broadcast on Top of the Pops instead of actually performing it on stage

The Beatles make their historical debut on The Ed Sullivan Show on this day in 1964

To this day, there wasn’t any other musical moment on television that had the same historical impact as The Beatles debut on The Ed Sullivan Show, February 9, 1964

On this day in 1963 and 1964 The Beatles changed the American musical and cultural landscape forever

It started with the release of The Beatles first single “Please Please Me” and their arrival at JFK Airport in New York, between February 7, 1963, and 1964

Psychedelic Rock Dutch Rock band Shocking Blue peaks to No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 in 1970

“Venus” remains Shocking Blue’s signature song, the Dutch band enjoyed a wave of global success during their years active as a band, they were the first Dutch band to score a No.1 song on the U.S Hot 100

The Righteous Brothers classic “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin” became one of the songs of the year on this day in 1965

Written and produced by Phil Spector, “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin” by The Righteous Brothers went No.1 on the Hot 100 on this day in 1965. The song is still considered the prime example of Phil Spector’s “Wall of Sound”

On this day in 1969 The Move were No.1 with “Blackberry Way”

Inspired by The Beatles’ “Penny Lane,” “Blackberry Way” by The Move, reached No.1 on February 5th, 1969. The song presented a drastic departure from their previous sound

In 1968, when Psychedelic Rock ruled the charts, The Lemon Pipers reached No.1 on the Hot 100 with “Green Tambourine”

In 1968 the Psychedelic Rock revolution was alive, loud and well. Ohio based band The Lemon Pipers scored a big international hit with “Green Tambourine” that peaked to No.1 on the Hot 100 on February 3, 1968

The Kinks’ founder and guitarist Dave Davies turns 79

Dave Davies founded The Kinks in 1963, the band went on to became one of the 1960’s most successful Rock acts with songs such as “You Really Got Me” and “All Day, All Night.” We look back at Dave Davies life and career on his 79th birthday

When The Beatles played their last ever live gig together in 1969

The now historical rooftop performance lasted for just 40 minutes, and during that time they played some of their new unreleased songs, a set that included unreleased songs for the 1970 album “Let It Be”

How did Jim Morrison got busted in Las Vegas and escaped a last minute “private” off-duty cop meeting

Jim Morrison was one of the most controversial Rock Stars of all time. During his short life that ended at 27, he was arrested 7 times, 5 of those happened during The Doors most successful years, including the one time in Las Vegas on this day in 1968

On this day in 2016, two of the Jefferson Airplane original members, Paul Kantner and Signe Toly Anderson passed away at the same age

In 2016, the music world lost several of its most influential and popular artists, it was a bizarre sequence of losses that started with David Bowie and culminated in George Michael, and on January 28th, in oddly enough, two of the founding members of Jefferson Airplane, Paul Kantner and Signe Toly Anderson passed away at the same age of 74

Rick Evans from Zager and Evans was born on this day in 1943

Rick Evans composed and performed the prophetic song that became a 1969 smash hit “In the Year 2525 (Exordium & Terminus)” while performing on the Folk duo Zager and Evans. He was born 83 years ago today

On this day in 1988 The Beatles were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but Paul McCartney decided to not show up

When The Beatles were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988, there was still an ongoing feud among the members that most people weren’t aware of

The Life and Career of Janis “Pearl” Joplin on Her 83rd Birthday

She paved the way for the modern female Rock Star, through her attitude, looks, and voice, her unique vocals and charisma have placed her on the Rock Stardom Pantheon, we look back at the force of nature that was Janis Joplin on the day that marks her 83rd birthday

15 Quotes By Janis Joplin

Janis Joplin only lived for 27 years, but those years were as intense as it gets. She loved to sing; she loved to live, and she loved to see people having fun. She also gave many society outcasts a voice not just through her singing but also her own personal words. We’ve assembled 15 quotes by one of Rock’s most ferocious voices ever

The short story of The Dirty Mac

For one night only on December 11, 1968, a few privileged ones were able to witness The Dirty Mac live, perhaps Rock’s finest supergroup ever formed

The Beatles enter the mainstream U.S charts for the first time in 1964 with “I Want to Hold Your Hand”

The 1964 Hot 100 chart attack of The Beatles with “I Want to Hold Your Hand” kicked off the Beatlemania in the U.S. The single became the band’s best-selling one worldwide and still regarded as a Rock music staple

Singer and actress Eartha Kitt was born on this day in 1927

Most people still remember Eartha Kitt as Catwoman on the 1960’s TV show “Batman,” we look back at life and career

Influential photographer Francesco Scavullo was born on this day in 1921

One of the most influential photographers of all time, Francesco Scavullo captured dozens of iconic celebrities and artists throughout decades such as Madonna, Christopher Reed, Sting, Janis Joplin, Joe Dallesandro, Salvador Dali and Andy Warhol among others. We’ve put together a gallery with some of his most iconic photographs

Revisiting Blue Cheer “Vincebus Eruptum”

It’s a common a place for music fans to consider 1970 “Black Sabbath” the first Metal album but San Francisco band Blue Cheer were the first ones to change the game when they released their influential album “Vincebus Eruptum” on this day in 1968. Jim Morrison of The Doors referred to them as “the loudest band I ever have seen”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

To celebrate the 82nd birthday of the legendary Rock God Jimmy Page we’ve selected the Top 12 1960’s tracks where he’s featured as a session musician, from Nico to David Bowie to Petula Clark to The Who and even Shirley Bassey, Page left a deep mark on the 1960’s Rock and Pop scene even before he was famous

The Doors guitarist Robby Krieger turns 80 today

Like every other member of The Doors, Robby Krieger had an important key role on developing the band’s unique sound. He wrote some of the band’s greatest hits such as “Light My Fire,” “Love Me Two Times,” “Touch Me” and “Love Her Madly,” and today he turns 80

David Bowie Birthday Special

A visionary since the very beginning of his career, David Bowie was the legit Pop and Rock chameleon, he was Ziggy Stardust, Halloween Jack, The Thin White Duke and so many others, his influence can be heard, seen and felt in every artistic expression. To celebrate his 79th anniversary we’ve put out a special feature

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

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

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

Elvis Presley still holds his title as the King of Rock N’ Roll even over 48 years after his untimely death, celebrate Elvis’s life, on the day of his 90th Anniversary by looking at some of his best and most iconic photos

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

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

The flawless and timeless debut album of The Doors

“The Doors” was released on January 4th, 1967, and remains a timeless and fresh Rock album, featuring classics such as “Break on Through (To the Other Side),” “Light My Fire” or “The End,” this was one of the breakthrough albums of 1967 and one that embodies The Doors signature sound the most. We revisit one of the most flawless debut Rock albums of all time

Sir George Martin was born on this day in 1926

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

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

Joe Dallesandro became one of the absolute icons of the underground culture during the 1960’s and 1970’s, he starred on some of the most memorable Andy Warhol movies and is one of the most famous Andy Warhol’s Superstars, his looks and image have influenced style and fashion for decades now, today he turns 77

The musical and lyrical perfection of “Songs of Leonard Cohen”

The debut album by Leonard Cohen was released on this day in 1967, besides containing many of Cohen’s most beloved and oft-covered songs, it’s musical and lyrical perfection

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

The legendary Lemmy Kilmister was born on this day in 1945

Remembering the glamorous Ava Gardner on her birthday

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Remembering the Beach Boy Carl Wilson on his 79th anniversary

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

The Legendary Frank Zappa was born on this day in 1940

Frank Zappa is one of the most influential musicians of all time with one of the most diverse and vast bodies of work, with a career that spanned for over 30 years, he was one of the 1960’s most revolutionary artists. He lived a life dedicated to music, arts and performing. Today would have been his 85th anniversary, we recap his life and career

Remembering “La Môme” Édith Piaf on her birthday

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

The Life and Style Of The Legendary Keith Richards in Photographs

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

The Legendary Human Riff Keith Richards celebrates 82 today

Keith Richards has been nicknamed “Keef” and The Human Riff”, one of The Rolling Stones founders, he is a strong survivor, and he embodies the Drugs, Sex and Rock N’ Roll motto. Today, Keith turns 82, we look back at his life and career

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

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

Remembering Chas Chandler on His Birthday

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

Influential Rock drummer Carmine Appice turns 79 today

Carmine Appice came to prominence during the 1960’s as part of the Psychedelic Rock band Vanilla Fudge, but his career after that has been one of the most diverse and influential in Rock music, being credited as one of the main pioneers and developers of the Heavy Metal and Hard Rock drumming technique. Appice was born 79 years ago today; we briefly recap his career.

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

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

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

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

How Well Do You Know Jim Morrison?

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

John Lennon was murdered on this day in 1980

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

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

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

A Banquet After The Trip: Revisiting the 1968 Rolling Stones “Beggars Banquet”

The “Beggars Banquet” LP it’s part of what people usually call “The Rolling Stones Golden Period,” that saw the releases of sequential stunning and influential albums by the band, this was also the last album featuring Brian Jones as an active member of the band. Released on December 6th, 1968, we revisit this enormous Rock classic

Roy Orbison passed away 37 years ago today

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

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

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

The Doors influential drummer John Densmore turns 81 today

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

The legendary Dick Clark was born 96 years ago today

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

Tiny Tim passed away 29 years ago today

Mostly famous for his rendition of “Tip Toe Through the Tulips”, Tiny Tim passed away 29 years ago today in 1996

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

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

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

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

The 1962 “Hey! Baby” singer Bruce Channel turns 85 today

Bruce Channel’s biggest hit “Hey! Baby” influenced John Lennon harmonica riff that he used on The Beatles debut single “Love Me Do.” Today he turns 85

Legendary Motown’s founder and boss Berry Gordy turns 96 today

Berry Gordy founded Motown in 1959, and it became one of the world’s biggest music labels with acts such as The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations and The Jackson 5 among many others. Today he turns 96

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

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

The legendary Jimi Hendrix was born 83 years ago

Today marks the 83rd anniversary of Jimi Hendrix. We look back at his life and career and how he changed the game for Rock guitarists and his enduring influence and popularity 55 years after his untimely death

Cream played their farewell on this day in 1968

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

Percy Sledge was born 85 years ago today

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

Betty Everett was born on this day in 1939

Betty Everett is mostly remembered for her million-selling hit “The Shoop Shoop Song (It’s in His Kiss),” the singer was born 86 years ago today

The Beatles “White Album”: A collection of stunning songs by a fragmented band

On November 22nd, 1968, The Beatles released their only double studio album and the first on their newly created label Apple, self-titled “The Beatles,” more commonly known as “The White Album”. We revisit the 1968 classic album and the impact it had on the band’s career

Norman Greenbaum turns 83 today

Norman Greenbaum remains mostly remembered for his 1969 hit No.1 hit “Spirit in the Sky.” today the singer-songwriter turns 83

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

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

In 1965 The Rolling Stones debut on the US TV

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

The Doors sign with Elektra Records in 1966

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

British singer and actress Petula Clark turns 93 today

Petula Clark, “the first lady of British invasion” became worldwide famous with her 1960’s songs such as “Downtown,” today she turns 93

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

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

1960’s Bubblegum Pop Hitmaker Brian Hyland turns 82

He rose to prominence during the early 1960’s with the smash hit songs “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini” and “Sealed with a Kiss”, today former Pop idol sensation Brian Hyland turns 82

Influential singer-songwriter Neil Young turns 80 today

Neil Young first rose to prominence as part of the Buffalo Springfield in the late 1960’s. He was pivotal in the development of Folk Rock and Grunge Rock and pioneered many different music trends throughout the years. He turns 80 today

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

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

Vince Martell, The Lead Guitarist of Psychedelic Rock band Vanilla Fudge turns 80 today

Vanilla Fudge rose to prominence in 1967 with their cover of “You Keep Me Hangin’ On,” today, lead guitarist Vince Martell turns 80

Rolling Stone magazine launches its first number in 1967

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

Influential Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell turns 82

With memorable songs such as Big Yellow Taxi” and “Both Sides, Now” Joni Mitchell became one of the most influential singer-songwriters of all time. She turns 82 today

Joe Cocker’s cover of The Beatles “With a Little Help from My Friends” peaked to No.1 in 1969 with a little help from Jimmy Page

Now a Psychedelic Rock staple and classic, in 1969, when Cocker was still relatively unknown in the U.S, he dared to perform his Beatles cover “With a Little Help from My Friends” at the Woodstock Festival, in what end up being one of Woodstock’s most memorable performances ever

The Rolling Stones score their second Hot 100 No.1 in 1965 with “Get Off of My Cloud”

“Get Off of My Cloud” it’s one of the Rolling Stones earliest original hits and earned the band their second U.S Hot 100 No.1 on November 6, 1965

The Monkees debut single “Last Train to Clarksville” reaches No.1 on the Hot 100 in 1966

The Monkees were one of the 1960’s most memorable American pop acts and released a string of hit songs between 1966 and 1969

Ike Turner was born 94 years ago today in 1931

Despite his controversial personal life, Ike is considered an influential Rock N’ Roll pioneer, with Tina Turner he scored several hit songs during the 1960’s and 1970’s that remain enduring Rock classics

British singer and actress Lulu turns 77 today

She’s an icon for the 1960’s Swinging London and has had a career filled with success over the last 60 years. From the “Shout!” hit to host her variety TV Shows in 1960’s, to Eurovision winner and to work with David Bowie in the 1970’s, we look back at her career

“Suspicious Minds,” the song that gave back Elvis Presley’s career success, went No.1 in 1969

“Suspicious Minds” became The King’s last U.S No.1 before his death when it peaked to the top of the Hot 100 on November 1, 1969, and gave back to Presley his career success

The Supremes goes No.1 on the Hot 100 with “Baby Love” in 1964

The Supremes had an amazing string of hits during the 1960’s that became all time music classics, in 1964 they reached No.1 with “Baby Love” now regarded one of the most popular songs of the late 20th century

Motown’s Eddie Holland turns 86 today

Eddie Holland was a member of the famed Motown songwriting and production team Holland–Dozier– responsible for much of the Motown Sound and hit records by Martha and the Vandellas, The Supremes, The Four Tops, and The Isley Brothers, among others. Today he turns 86

The Iconic Acid Queen Grace Slick turns 86 today

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 86

The Who’s “My Generation” was released on this day in 1965

“My Generation” by The Who is one of the greatest rock songs ever made, it’s part of The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll and was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame for “historical, artistic and significant” value

Remembering Roy Lichtenstein on his 102nd Anniversary

Pop artist Roy Lichtenstein was born on this day 102 years ago

The Jimi Hendrix Experience magnus opus, “Electric Ladyland”

“Electric Ladyland” it’s a milestone in Rock music, this album it’s perfect from many points of views, and it was the last time Jimi Hendrix was able to work consistently in studio composing music

The Rolling Stones debut at The Ed Sullivan Show in 1964 followed by a riot

Still fresh from their recent success, The Rolling Stones played the famous The Ed Sullivan Show while in the U.S for the first time

It’s the “Stone Alone” Bill Wyman Birthday

He is one of Rock’s absolute icons, an essential part of the Rolling Stones early sound and music, though he quit the band in 1993, Bill Wyman it’s still seen as the “official” Stones bass player. Today, the “Stone Alone” turns 89

In 1964 the Swinging London singer Sandie Shaw reaches No.1 in the U.K with “(There’s) Always Some Thing There to Remind Me”

The barefoot groovy Sandy Shaw got her first hit “(There’s) Always Some Thing There to Remind Me,” penned by the songwriting team Burt Bacharach and Hal David in 1964

Remembering the rocker Bobby Fuller on his birthday

Bobby Fuller is mostly remembered for his version of “I Fought the Law” in 1966, the singer died prematurely at 23 years old. We remember him on his 83rd birthday

“Led Zeppelin II” The Brown Bomber

We revisit what is considered Led Zeppelin’s heaviest album, their second, was released 56 years ago in 1969

A Carnival of Light and Sound

The recording sessions for “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” between 1966 and early 1967 produced many outtakes and other songs that were not meant to be used in the album, among it “Carnival of Light”

The Tokens’ Jay Siegel turns 86

Jay Siegel is mostly remembered by singing the vocals to the iconic classic Doo-Wop Pop song “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” released in 1961 by The Tokens

In 1967 the Bee Gees climb to the top of the charts with their massive hit “Massachusetts”

“Massachusetts” was part of a hit singles string released by the brothers Gibb between 1967 and 1968 and it peaked to the top of the charts in 1967. We have some curious facts about this classic

In 1966 The Jimi Hendrix Experience debut as a band in France, supporting the French Yé-Yé superstar Johnny Hallyday

On October 18, 1966, The Jimi Hendrix Experience played the Olympia in Paris as a support act for the French Yé-Yé superstar Johnny Hallyday and were recorded for the first time

The 25 Best And Most Influential Rock and Pop Albums of 1968

Blue Cheer, The Silver Apples and Iron Butterfly were some of the new artists to emerge in 1968, pivotal on the development of Grunge, Heavy Metal and Electronic Music. We countdown the 25 best and most influential Rock and Pop albums of 1968 on video

The Life and Career of Nico

From Berlin to Chelsea Hotel, model, actress, singer, Warhol Superstar, Rock Star lover, were just some of the roles Nico lived during her short but intense life. She is best remembered as one of The Velvet Underground’s vocalists on their debut album “The Velvet Underground & Nico” but Nico’s stunning songs and solo career left an undeniable influence on modern music. We look back at her life on her 87birthday

Folk-Protest singer Barry McGuire turns 90 today

Barry McGuire had a No.1 hit in 1965 with the protest song “Eve of Destruction” which its lyrics remain contemporary and relevant to this day

The Four Tops signature song “Reach Out, I’ll Be There” reaches No.1 on the Hot 100 in 1966

One of Motown’s favorites, The Four Tops, reached for the second time No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 on October 15th, 1966, with “Reach Out, I’ll Be There,” a memorable hit for the band

Why was the amazing “The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus” only released 28 years later after it was filmed

One of Rock’s finest moments, the TV special “The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus” was projected by The Rolling Stones to be a blend of Rock music and Circus acts and as a promotion for their album “Beggars Banquet,” featuring a parade of Rock stars such as John Lennon, Yoko Ono, The Who and Eric Clapton among others. However, the band shelved the film until 1996…find out why

Remembering TV Pioneer Ed Sullivan

“The Ed Sullivan Show” remains the mother of all varieties shows. More than 50 years after its end, the show remains a favorite among Pop Culture fans and culturally relevant. The man behind and in front of the show, Ed Sullivan, one of modern TV pioneers, he passed away on this day in 1974

French song “Je T’Aime…Moin Non Plus” by Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin reaches No.1 but gets censored by BBC

In 1969 BBC’s Top of the Pops refused to air for the first time in their history the No.1 song, “Je T’Aime…Moi Non Plus” by Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin, the French song became one of the most censored during the 1960’s

The Who’s bass player John Entwistle “The Ox” was born 81 years ago today

For many, John Entwistle did for the bass what Hendrix did for the guitar. The Ox was born on this day in 1944, we look back at his life and career

John Lennon: An intimate portrait

On October 9th, 1940, in Liverpool, England, one of 20th century and all times absolute icons, was born, we look back at the life and career of John Lennon

“Hit The Road Jack” by Ray Charles goes No.1 on Hot 100 in 1961

It’s one of the most covered songs in the world and it was one of Ray Charles concert staples

The surprising fact that connects The Beatles “White Album” and the Sex Pistols “Nevermind The Bollocks Here’s The Sex Pistols”

Besides the great music both albums have, the 1968 acclaimed “The Beatles” and 1977 seminal Punk record “Nevermind the Bollocks Here’s The Sex Pistols” are connected through a very important detail that some people might not be aware of

Revisiting Blake Edwards 1961 “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”

Released on October 5, 1961, “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” gave Audrey Hepburn her most iconic role ever, and it remains as a timeless mirrored image for many lost young women (or material girls)

The Beatles “Love Me Do” was released on this day in 1962

One of the most important singles in Rock history, “Love Me Do” by The Beatles, was released on this day in 1962, but what some people may not know is that “Love Me Do” most famous version, usually does not feature Ringo Starr on the drums

Top 10 Janis Joplin songs

It’s not easy making a Top 10 best Janis Joplin songs but we tried. Check our list that celebrates her life and timeless contribution to music

The Life and Career of Janis “Pearl” Joplin

She paved the way for the modern female Rock Star, through her attitude, looks and voice, her unique vocals and charisma have placed her on the Rock Stardom Pantheon, we look back at the force of nature that was Janis Joplin who died on this day in 1970

The Amazing Career Of P.P Arnold

She is best known for her 1967 hit “First Cut Is the Deepest” but she’s far from being one hit wonder, P.P Arnold turns 79 today and for nearly 60 years she has been writing music history. Find out why

Chubby Checker is 84 today

Chubby Checker introduced new dance crazes to the mainstream during the early 1960’s, most notably, “The Twist” that made everybody in the whole world dancing to it. the legendary Chubby is 84 today

Why Maurice Williams and the Zodiacs made music history in 1960 with their hit “Stay”

On October 2nd, 1960, Maurice Williams and the Zodiacs Doo-Wop song “Stay,” written by Maurice Williams, reached No.1 on the Hot 100

Classic 60’s Garage Rock hit “Hang on Sloopy” by The McCoys reaches No.1 in 1965

The song is one of the prime examples of 60’s Garage Rock and The McCoys version became one of the most covered ones during the 1960’s by Garage Rock bands worldwide and by the British Invasion bands

Remembering The Shocking Blue’s Unique Singer Mariska Veres On Her Birthday

Mariska Veres was one of the most recognizable female voices in Rock, she was also the first Dutch proper Rock star when her band Shocking Blue achieved worldwide success in the late 60’s and early 70’s with “Venus” Mariska was born on this day 78 years ago

The eternal Mary Poppins and Sister Maria Julie Andrews turns 90 today

She is one of our favorite Pop icons, for over 6 decades she has brought us smiles and joy as we watched over the years the timeless movies “May Poppins” and “The Sound of Music”, today Julie Andrews turns 90

“The Flintstones” debut in 1960

“The Flintstones” first aired on ABC 65 years ago. Ever since has developed a cult following that hardly will die out due to their strong impact on Pop Culture

15 Iconic Playboy Covers

These images are part of a collective Pop Culture imagery and a strong legacy from Hugh Hefner

Beauty Icon Brigitte Bardot is 91 today

Often regarded as “Goddess on Earth” during the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s due to her beauty and an absolute Pop Culture icon, Brigitte Bardot is 91 today and we look back at the career

Brigitte Bardot in images

Check the amazing Brigitte Bardot photo gallery, an absolute sex symbol, fashion and pop culture icon!

Looking Back at Legendary Soulful Man Ben E. King on His Birthday

One of Soul’s most recognizable voices, Ben E. King had several hit songs that stands the test of time such as “Stand by Me” and “Save The Last Dance for Me,” we look back at his career

Remembering TV Pioneer Ed Sullivan On His Birthday

One of the biggest hosts in TV history, a talent hunter and star maker, sometimes controversial, Ed Sullivan was born on this day in 1901. We look back at The Ed Sullivan show history

In 1964 The Beach Boys debut on The Ed Sullivan Show

After two successful years of hit singles and touring, and facing the British Invasion, the American band proved that they could be as good as the new Rock bands emerging from the other side of the Atlantic

Revisiting “Abbey Road”, The Beatles Swan Song

“Abbey Road,” a very righteous goodbye from The Beatles was released on September 26th, 1969, and it was the last album they recorded together as a band though it came out before “Let It Be” released in 1970

Roy Orbison’s “Oh, Pretty Woman” Goes No.1 in 1964

One of Roy Orbison’s signature songs, “Oh, Pretty Woman” the song was honored with a Grammy Hall of Fame Award and was named one of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll, it had a resurgence in 1990 when it was used as the title song for the movie “Pretty Woman”

Remembering Hollywood Legend Paul Newman

Paul Newman rose to fame during the 1950’s as one of Hollywood’s most talented actors, that together with his good looks earned him worldwide fame, he passed away on this day in 2008

Remembering The Legendary Led Zeppelin Drummer John Bonham

His speed, power, fast bass-drumming, distinctive sound, and “feel” for the groove built a name for Bonham as one of the best Rock drummers who ever lived. The Led Zeppelin drummer passed away on this day in 1980, we look back at his short life

The Beatles Animated Series Debuts in 1965 on ABC

The 1960’s were prodigal in transforming real Rock and Pop bands into cartoons and on September 25th,1965 the first cartoon series based on a Rock band premiered on ABC: “The Beatles”

The Strange Days of The Doors

The Doors are to this day one of the most influential rock bands that ever existed, no doubt about it, even if you don’t like their music, but their influence spreads beyond rock music. In this article we’ll explore The Doors second album “Strange Days released on September 25th, 1967

Looking Back at Linda McCartney’s Photographic Work on Her Birthday

She is better known as being the wife of Beatle Paul McCartney, with whom she got married in 1969, but Linda McCartney had already built a successful career as a Rock photographer during the 1960’s photographing names such as The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and The Doors among many others

Joe Meek’s production “Johnny Remember Me” was No. 1 in 1961

One of the most eerie songs to top the charts reached No.1 on September 24th, 1961, in the U.K, interpreted by actor John Leyton and produced by Joe Meek

“Jailhouse Rock” is released for the first time in 1957

Why music critic Garry Mulholland writes, that Elvis Presley’s Rock classic “Jailhouse Rock’ was always a queer lyric, in both senses”? Find out now!

Celebrating Ray “The Genius” Charles Birthday

Among friends and fellow musicians, he preferred being called “Brother Ray,” but he was often referred to as “The Genius.” The influential Ray Charles would have been 95 today. We look back at his career

“The Letter” by The Box Tops goes No.1 in 1967

One of the 1960’s classics and seminal Rock songs “The Letter” was first recorded by the American rock band the Box Tops in 1967 it launched Alex Chilton’s career and inspired numerous cover versions

Top 10 Autumn Songs

We created a Top 10 list of Autumn songs to celebrate the Autumn Equinox with music. Check our list now

Remembering influential and famed composer Harry Warren

The composer of “I Only Have Eyes for You,” “Jeepers Creepers” and “That’s Amore” wrote over 800 songs between 1918 and 1981, publishing over 500 of them. He died on this day in 1981

Deep Purple “Hush” debuts on No.4 in 1968

“Hush” is a song written by American composer and musician Joe South, for recording artist Billy Joe Royal in 1967, but it’s mostly famous for Deep Purple’s version

Leonard Cohen was born on this day in 1934

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

Icon and Diva Sophia Loren celebrate 91 today

One of the most sensual and glamorous actresses from Hollywood’s golden age, the Italian Diva Sophia Loren turns 91 today

Jim Morrison is sentenced to 6 months of hard labor on this day in 1970

On March 1st, 1969, The Doors play one of Rock History’s most infamous concerts at The Dinner Key Auditorium in Miami, Florida in what came to be known as the “Miami Incident.” On September 20th, 1970, Judge Goodman sentenced Morrison to six months hard labor

Fictional group The Archies goes No.1 on Hot 100 in 1969 with “Sugar, Sugar”

Before Gorillaz there was The Archies, an American fictional garage band and on September 20th, 1969, they went No.1 in the Hot 100 with “Sugar, Sugar”

Twiggy, the world’s first Supermodel turns 76

Twiggy rose to fame in the mid 1960’s due to her unconventional modeling looks and she is considered the first international supermodel and paved the way for the Top Model cultural relevance for years to come

Celebrating Mama Cass Elliot Birthday

Mama Cass Elliot continues to be one of the most popular and iconic pop singers ever. Her recognizable vocals and charisma helped many of The Mamas & The Papas songs achieving a popularity that endures to this day

Bill Medley turns 85 today

Bill Medley’s distinctive voice is noted for his bass-baritone voice in songs such as The Righteous Brothers’ “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’,” “Unchained Melody” and the 1980’s classic “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life”

Chubby Checker’s “The Twist” goes No.1 on Hot 100 in 1960

In 1960, Former chicken plucker Chubby Checker went to No.1 on the US singles chart Billboard Hot 100 on September 19, 1960, with ‘The Twist.’ The song officially gave birth to the Twist dance craze

Creedence Clearwater Revival scored their only U.K No.1 single with “Bad Moon Rising”

On September 19th, 1969 “Bad Moon Rising” reaches No.1 on the U.K charts, it would be the first and only #1 in the U.K for the band

Bobby Vinton’s “Blue Velvet” goes No. 1 on Hot 100 in 1963

Originally recorded in 1951 by Tony Bennet, “Blue Velvet” most famous version came through the voice of Bobby Vinton in 1963

Looking back at the life and career of the legendary Jimi Hendrix

Today marks the 55th anniversary of the loss of one of rock music’s great icons and legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix, who died on September 18, 1970, in London. We look back at his life and career

In 1967 The Doors are banned from The Ed Sullivan Show

The controversial band The Doors were banned from the popular The Ed Sullivan Show on September 17th, 1967, after their performance of “Light My Fire”

The 5th Dimension singer Lamonte McLemore turns 86

Best known as a founding member of the Grammy-winning vocal group The 5th Dimension and with a career that spans both music and photography, Lamonte McLemore remains mostly remembered by the iconic The 5th Dimension 1969 song “Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In”

Remembering actress Anne Bancroft

Most remembered as Mrs. Robinson, film and stage actress Anne Bancroft would have turned 94 today

B.B King’s Birthday Blues

Remembering the legendary Blues Master B.B King on his 100th Birthday

Cult series “The Outer Limits” premieres on this day in 1963

There is nothing wrong with your television set. Do not attempt to adjust the picture. We are controlling transmission. Looking back at the history of the famous 60’s cult series

When Jim Morrison “died” in Amsterdam and The Doors performed as a trio

During The Doors European Tour in 1968 Jim Morrison collapsed due to a drug overdose and was rushed to the hospital with no vital signs

10 Of the Best Horror Movies of the 1960’s & 1970’s

The 1960’s and 1970’s were a golden age for Horror cinema, countless classics were produced during a 20-year period that influenced directors and writers for years to come and remain a part of our collective imagery. We’ve created a Top 10 list with some of the best and essential Horror movies of the 1960’s and 1970’s, just a glimpse of the good movies those two decades produced

The legacy of Robert Indiana

Remembering the influential Pop Art artist who created “LOVE” born on this day in 1928

Remembering The Man in Black

Today marks the 22nd anniversary of the passing of legendary country musician and icon Johnny Cash. We take a look back at his life and career

Remembering Heavy Metal Pioneer Dickie Peterson

The bassist and lead singer of 60’s seminal Rock band Blue Cheer was born on this day in 1946

With “You Can´t Hurry Love” The Supremes hit number one again in 1966

The song marked a shift on The Supremes musical direction as they evolved to singing about more mature subjects appealing that way to a wider audience

The innovative crossover artist José Feliciano turns 80

In 1968 his chart-topping cover of The Doors “Light My Fire” ignited the music career of the Puerto Rican artist

“Your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man” turns 58 today!

The first show to ever feature the pop culture phenomenon premiered on September 9, 1967, on the ABC television network and ran for a total of three seasons

“(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” The Rolling Stones definitive signature song

The Rolling Stones are one of the few bands that can have a signature song per year, but from all the songs in their career, there’s still unanimity in what is considered their overall signatures song, and that is “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction”

Celebrating the life of the legendary Otis Redding

The influential singer and composer Otis Redding was born on this day in 1941; we look back at his life and legacy

“She Loves You” goes No. 1 in the U.K

On this day in 1963 the worldwide Beatlemania begins, the single set a record in the United States as one of the five Beatles songs that held the top five positions in the American charts simultaneously

The “Pink Panther” Peter Sellers was born on this day in 1925

We look back at the life of one of England’s greatest comedians Peter Sellers

Remembering Patsy Cline on her birthday

Patsy Cline, the singer that transformed country into Pop with “Crazy, ” helped bridge the gap between country music and pop, paving the way for future generations of female artists

On September 7th, 1968, Led Zeppelin play their first concert together

Led Zeppelin original line up of Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones and John Bonham play their first concert together billed as The New Yardbirds in Copenhagen, Denmark

The Doors play their first European tour concert at the Roundhouse in London

On September 7, 1968, The Doors start their European tour together with the Jefferson Airplane playing the first of two sold out nights in London, England, after a successful year touring the U.S and Canada having put out two of the best albums of 1967 together with the No. 1 single “Light My Fire”

Remembering Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Tom Fogerty

Tom Fogerty died on this day in 1990, he was the brother of John Fogerty and played rhythm guitar in the band that achieved immense worldwide success during the late 60’s and early 70’s with their unique blend of country and psychedelic rock

Jimi Hendrix makes his final live appearance in September, 1970

Jimi Hendrix played his last concert on the Isle of Fehmarn Festival in Germany, September 6th, 1970, 12 days before his untimely death

In 1968 Eric Clapton records the lead guitar for The Beatles “While My Guitar Gently Weeps”

Clapton who at the time was about to begin the Cream farewell tour, was at first reluctant to collaborate with The Beatles

The Animals hit No.1 on the US singles chart with “House of the Rising Sun”

In 1964 The Animals hit No.1 on the US singles chart with “House of The Rising Sun” with their rendition of old folk song “The House of The Rising Sun”

The Beatles iconic promo videos for ‘Hey Jude’ and ‘Revolution’

On September 4th, 1968, The Beatles recorded the now famous promotional videos for ‘Hey Jude’ and ‘Revolution’ at Twickenham Film Studios

The Beatles record “Love Me Do” with Ringo Starr for the first time in Abbey Road

Earlier on June 6th, of the same year, they had recorded it with original drummer Pete Best

Remembering the genius of Alan Wilson

The “Blind Owl” was the second Rock star to enter the 27 Club in the two years dark circle that started with the Rolling Stones’ Brian Jones one year earlier

In 1966 with “Sunshine Superman” Donovan reaches number 1 on Hot 100 for the first and last time

Scottish Psychedelic Folk singer Donovan reached for the first- and only-time number 1 in the Hot 100 U.S charts with the song “Sunshine Superman” on September 3rd, 1966.

Celebrating the talented Billy Preston

He is one of Rock’s music most important and influential musicians, having played a role in some of Rock’s most important moments and among the restricted group people that are considered the “5th Beatle”

The Doors step into a recording studio for the first time

On September 2nd, 1965, the band recorded their first demo at World Pacific Jazz Studios featuring 6 tracks

Barry Gibb was born this day in 1946

One of music’s most prolific songwriters, the popular Bee Gees member is the last survivor of the band and celebrates 79 today

Mr. Dynamite performs “Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag”

On this day September 1st, 1965, James Brown performed in the popular 60’s music TV Show “Shindig!” his first Top 10 hit “Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag”

Legendary Radio DJ John Peel was born 86 years ago

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

The “Papa John” John Phillip’s controversial life

Talented but also controversial, The Mamas & the Papas founder and mentor, “Papa John” John Phillips, wrote and co-wrote some of the most memorable and best Pop songs in history

“In the Year 2525 (Exordium & Terminus)” by Zager and Evans, peaks to No.1 in 1969

The prophetic and apocalyptic song by Zager and Evans, remains contemporary through its lyrics and between 1969 and 1970 was a tremendous success worldwide

Edwin Starr achieves to chart with Motown’s protest song “War” in 1970

“War” was first recorded by The Temptations, but it was Starr’s version that became the most memorable and definitive due to the intensity of his performance of the song

The famous instrumental “Apache” by The Shadows peaked to No.1 in 1960

“Apache” remains one of the most recognized and popular instrumental hits today, The Shadows version was released in 1960 and despite the huge success in Europe had little to none impact in the U.S

Looking back at the life of The Who’s Keith Moon

“Moon the Loon” was born on August 23, 1946. He changed the game for Rock drummers during the 60’s with his unique technique and contribution to the songs, but his self-destructive lifestyle led him to an early demise, we look back at his life

Revisiting The Beatles 1966 “Yellow Submarine”/”Eleanor Rigby” coupled single

Both “Yellow Submarine” and “Eleanor Rigby” by The Beatles have interesting backgrounds and are absolute classics. The two songs were put together on a double A side single in 1966 that peaked to No.1

The Beatles Last Photo Session

On August 22, 1969, in Tittenhurst Park, the Fab Four gathered together for their very last photo session

Tommy James and The Shondells score another No.1 in 1968 with “Mony Mony”

Released in March 1968, “Mony Mony” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked to No.1 at the U.K singles charts on August 21 of the same year

“Please Mr. Postman” by the Marvelettes is released in 1961

“Please Mr. Postman” by the Marvelettes is notable for being the first Motown hit reaching the Hot 100 No.1

Isaac Hayes, “the hot buttered soul” master

Creative, talented and controversial, Isaac Hayes was the main creative force behind the Southern soul music label Stax and the winner of an Academy Award in 1972 for the song “Theme from Shaft.” The legendary composer, producer and performer was born on this day in 1942

Robert Redford turns 89

Robert Redford remains one of the most popular actors in the world and a part of Hollywood Royalty. The popular movie star turns 89

The Crazy World of Arthur Brown sets the music charts on “Fire” in 1968

“Fire” by The Crazy World of Arthur Brown it’s one of the prime examples of experimental Psychedelic Rock of the late 1960’s, despite its lack of guitars or bass, and first caught the eye of music fans due to Brown’s Shock and Theatrical performance of it

Sonny & Cher peak to No.1 with their classic “I Got You Babe” in 1965

One of Pop’s most famous songs, “I Got You Babe” by Sonny & Cher, sold in the U.S alone more than 1 million copies and peaked to the Hot 100 No.1 on August 14, 1965

Alfred Hitchcock the “Master of Suspense” was born on this day in 1899

Filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock was nicknamed the “Master of Suspense” for employing a kind of psychological suspense in his films, producing a distinct viewer experience.

The Lovin’ Spoonful hit the top of the charts in 1966 with “Summer in the City”

Prior to “Summer in the City,” the Lovin’ Spoonful of John Sebastian already had hit the charts with songs including the also classic “Daydream”

Tom Jones hits the top of the charts around the world in 1968 with the controversial murder-ballad “Delilah”

In order for today’s society to be able to think and analyze the fact that a 1968 song that trivializes the idea of murdering a woman can still remain so popular today, we have to put up in perspective history and the 1960’s and 1970’s society as well as the once very trendy “murder ballad” genre, and “Delilah” is despite all the controversy one of the greatest Pop songs ever made

Revisiting Alfred Hitchcock’s “Psycho”

Although it’s one of the most frightening films ever made, it has all the elements of very dark, black comedy, this film wasn’t clearly understood by its critics when it was first released in 1960

Scott McKenzie’s “San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Some Flowers in Your Hair)” peaks to No.1 in 1967

Written by John Phillips of The Mamas & the Papas to promote Monterey International Pop Music Scott McKenzie’s “San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Some Flowers in Your Hair)” became a serious smash hit in 1967

Awarded and influential actor Dustin Hoffman turns 88: 7 of his best movies

With an illustrious career that spans over six decades, and known for his portrayals of emotionally vulnerable characters and also antiheroes, Dustin Hoffman was nominated seven times to the Best Actor category

The Life and Art of Andy Warhol

Born 97 years ago today, Andy Warhol, the artist and creator of Pop Culture, is unquestionably one of the biggest and most influential artists of all times, He remains as contemporary as when he rose to prominence during the 1960’s with his unique Pop Art style that would endure for decades to come.

In 1965 The Beatles score another No.1 with “Help” the title song of their second feature movie

The Beatles single “Help!” was released at the peak of the Beatlemania in July 1965, and by August was already an instant global hit and No.1

Revisiting The Beatles “Revolver”

Look back at the predecessor for “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” and The Beatles first flirt with Psychedelia

Looking back at the influential and iconic Louis Armstrong and five of his best songs

To talk about Pop Culture, Jazz and overall music in the 20th century and not mentioning Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong, would be ignoring history. Born on this day in 1901, Armstrong crossed over race and classes in a highly segregated period of the United States due to his talent as a trumpeter, composer, vocalist, occasional actor and also his charisma and achieved worldwide fame, performing as a household name in legendary stages all over the world throughout his influential career

The actor Martin Sheen celebrates 85

The Spanish Irish actor Martin Sheen got worldwide famous for his role as Captain Benjamin L. Willard in Coppola’s 1979 “Apocalypse Now” but he started his career during the early 1960’s in several hit TV shows

The Doors peak to No.1 with the smash hit “Hello, I Love You” in 1968

In 1968, despite being already one of the top bands in the U.S and owning the 1967 smash hit “Light My Fire,” The Doors hadn’t yet fully break into the European market, but with “Hello, I Love You” they finally did

Remembering actor and comedian Dom DeLuise

Dom DeLuise popularity as an actor and comedian peaked during the 1970’s, appearing in several comedy movies with Mel Brooks and also often co-starring Burt Reynolds. DeLuise was born on this day in 1933

Remembering the Psychedelic Rock pioneer and 1960’s counterculture icon Jerry Garcia

The leader of San Francisco’s most notorious Psychedelic Rock band the Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia was born on this day in 1942

The Troggs hit No.1 at the US Hot 100 on this day in 1966 with “Wild Thing”

Wild Thing” became one of the seminal Garage Rock songs during the 1960’s through British band The Troggs version

The celebrated singer-songwriter Paul Anka turns 84

Anka is one of the most popular and famous singers and songwriters of the 20th century, and his big break came in 1957 with the release of his first major hit, “Diana” written when he was just 15 years old

The Doors hit No.1 for the first time with “Light My Fire” in 1967

In 1965 The Beatles influential second movie “Help!” premiered at the London Pavilion Theater

A pioneer of Rock music films or movies, “Help!” originally titled “Eight Arms to Hold You,” The Beatles second adventure into cinematics premiered on July 29, 1965, at the London Pavilion Theater in the West End of London

Remembering the Pink Floyd founding member and keyboardist Richard Wright

Richard Wright might had been overshadowed by Syd Barret, Roger Waters or David Gilmour, but he was an essential part of the Pink Floyd backbone and contributed to develop their unique sound and his innovative use of keyboards and synthesizers helped define the sound of progressive rock and influenced countless musicians

Singer-songwriter Bobbie Gentry turns 83

Gentry’s breakthrough came in 1967 with the release of “Ode to Billie Joe,” a song she wrote and recorded that became an instant hit, and that together with “I’ll Never Fall in Love Again,” earned her top places in the mainstream charts despite the artist’s association with Country music

Mama Cass Elliot releases her first solo single “Dream a Little Dream of Me” in 1968

“Dream a Little Dream of Me”, a cover of a 1931 classic, was officially recorded by the Mamas & the Papas and included on their final album “The Papas & The Mamas” in 1968 but Dunhill Records decided to promote Mama Cass alone much to the displeasure of the band

82 Licks: Mick Jagger Birthday Special

The life of Mick Jagger blends with the birth of Modern Rock. Jim Morrison of The Doors once called him “A Prince Among Men,” and he remains to this day perhaps the most influential Rocker of all time. We’ve compiled some of Mick Jagger’s and the Rolling Stones highlights of their career on this special to celebrate his birthday, also we included a Rolling Stones lyric quiz.

The Supremes released “You Can’t Hurry Love” on this day in 1966

“You Can’t Hurry Love” by the Supremes remains one of the 1960’s absolute classics and a Motown signature song, it was released on July 25, 1966

Roy Orbison gets his first major hit in 1960 with “Only the Lonely (Know the Way I Feel)”

Roy Orbison’s distinctive haunting song “Only the Lonely (Know the Way I Feel)” peaked to No.2 on the Hot 100 on July 25, 1960, it was his first major hit and showcased his surprisingly powerful voice

Cat Stevens turns 77

Cat Stevens, now Yusuf Islam, penned memorable songs such as “Wild World” and “The First Cut Is the Deepest,” during the 1960’s and 1970’s released several acclaimed albums and has in recent years returned to do music after an almost 30 years hiatus. He turns 77 today

Remembering the Hollywood icon Natalie Wood

She remains one of the most memorable Hollywood actresses of all time, a symbol from one of the most appreciated movie history eras with several timeless classics, and her untimely death, a mystery. Remember this timeless Hollywood icon born 87 years ago today

The legendary Carlos Santana turns 78

Carlos Santana it’s one of the most eclectic and experimental musicians in Rock music. We look back at the beginning of his career and Santana’s 1969 debut album today that he turns 78

The Beatles achieve another milestone in 1967 with the love anthem “All You Need Is Love” becoming their 12th UK No.1 single

The song was performed live on the first ever satellite TV production “Our World” representing the U.K in 1967

The Life and Career Of Nico

From Berlin to Chelsea Hotel, model, actress, singer, Warhol Superstar, Rock Star lover was just some of the roles Nico lived during her short but intense life. She is best remembered as one of The Velvet Underground’s vocalists on their debut album “The Velvet Underground & Nico” but Nico’s stunning songs and solo career left an undeniable influence on modern music. We look back at her life and career 37 years after her untimely passing

Teen singer Brenda Lee peaks to No.1 at the US Hot 100 with “I’m Sorry”

“I’m Sorry” projected Brenda Lee to a major contemporary international following with her songs also being recorded by other artists around the world in different languages, resulting in her becoming one of the earliest international pop stars

Remembering Ian Stewart, the forgotten Rolling Stone on his birthday

He was an original Rolling Stone, but Ian Stewart’s name still remains much in the shadow despite co-founding the band and playing in most of the Rolling Stones albums released between 1964 and 1985

Motown legend Martha Reeves turns 84 today

A Motown legend, as part of Martha and The Vandellas, Martha Reeves scored several hits during the 1960’s including “Nowhere to Run” and “Dancing in the Street,” today she turns 84

“Easy Rider”: A timeless portrait of freedom

Released on July 14, 1969, “Easy Rider” it’s an absolute landmark on counterculture and one of the most iconic and memorable movies ever made, it portrays freedom in a way that remains timeless to this day while it still serves as a 1960’s social portrait

In 1967 David Bowie releases the single “Love You till Tuesday”

Just like his 1967 self-titled debut album and all his previous singles, “Love You till Tuesday” by David Bowie failed to break into the British charts despite being praised by critics

In 1964 the Rolling Stones gets their first UK No.1 hit with “It’s All Over Now”

Originally recorded by Bobby Womack’s The Valentinos in 1964, “It’s All Over Now” was only the first in a string of hit singles by the Rolling Stones during the 1960’s

On July 1969 over 100 U.S radio stations banned The Beatles song “The Ballad of John and Yoko”

The song chronicles the events associated with Lennon’s marriage to Yoko Ono and its lyrical content that included the line “Christ, you know it ain’t easy” was found to be offensive by the U.S mainstream radio stations

The Byrds Top 10 Songs

As a member and lead vocalist of the Los Angeles band The Byrds, Roger McGuinn, celebrating 83 today, scored several hit songs between 1965 and 1970. Look back at the influential California band Top 10 songs

The Animals make it to No.1 with “The House of the Rising Sun” in 1964

Based on an old folk song, “The House Of The Rising Sun” by The Animals was the first UK No.1 to have a playing time of more than four minutes, read more about this influential Rock classic

“(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” peaks to No.1 at the U.S Hot 100 in the Summer of 1965

The Rolling Stones definitive signature song became their first No.1 hit in the United States when it peaked to the top of the Hot 100 on July 10, 1965

Influential drummer Mitch Mitchell was born on this day in 1946

He thundered the Rock scene during the late 1960’s as the drummer for The Jimi Hendrix Experience

Ringo Starr is 85 today and we look back at the 11 Beatles songs where he sung lead

The Beatle Ringo turns 85 today and always had one song reserved for him on every Beatles album. These are all the 11 songs ordered by popularity and endurance

In 1966 The Kinks peak to No.1 with “Sunny Afternoon”

“Sunny Afternoon” marked a shift on The Kinks sound from garage Rock to a baroque Pop direction. On July 7, 1966, it peaked to No.1 in the UK

The Beatles debut movie “A Hard Day’s Night” premiered on this day in 1964

Ever since its original release, The Beatles debut movie “A Hard Day’s Night” has developed a cult status, and remains hugely influential on Pop culture

In 1969 the Rolling Stones paid tribute to the fallen Brian Jones in a free concert at Hyde Park

With an estimated crowd between 250,000 and 500,000 fans, the Rolling Stones played a free concert at Hyde Park, London, to pay tribute to Brian Jones who had died two days earlier. Look back at the film of the famous concert

When The Doors played their memorable Hollywood Bowl concert on July 5, 1968

At the height of their popularity, The Doors played the prestigious Hollywood Bowl on July 5, 1968, a performance that is now regarded as historical. On the audience, a very special and famous guest wanted to learn how to play and control bigger venues and audiences. Learn more about it and read also more facts about this legendary concert

Remembering the genius of Alan Wilson

The “Blind Owl” one of the most talented musicians, singers and songwriters of his generation and Canned Heat founder was born on this day in 1943, and between 1969 and 1971 he was the second notable rocker to die at age 27, just over a year after Brian Jones and one month before Jimi Hendrix

The Beach Boys get their first No.1 hit in 1964 with “I Get Around”

On May 11, 1964, The Beach Boys released the single “I Get Around,” backed with “Don’t Worry Baby”, one of the 1960’s most recognizable songs

July 3, 1969 – July 3, 1971: A dark circle on Rock history that begun with Brian Jones and ended with Jim Morrison

July 3 it’s one of the darkest days on the history of Rock music, during exactly two years several Rock stars died at age 27 between July 3, 1969, and July 3, 1971, beginning with the Rolling Stones’s Brian Jones and ending on The Doors’ Jim Morrison

The unexpected success of Thunderclap Newman’s 1969 hit single “Something in the Air”

Released in May 1969 the success of this absolute Rock classic produced by The Who’s Pete Townshend caught everyone by surprise

The legendary and influential Willie Dixon was born on this day in 1915

Willie Dixon has influenced and continues to influence generations of Blues and Rock artists. His songs have been covered extensively since the 1960’s by some of the most important artists and bands and he is one of the most important links between the Blues and Rock

Remembering Little Eva on her birthday

Despite being remembered mostly for her 1962 No.1 hit “The Loco-Motion,” Little Eva inspired and is the subject of another very famous song that was a hit for The Crystals

The Beatles Most Psychedelic EP

Find it out why The Beatles Portuguese 4 track release of “Strawberry Fields Forever/Penny Lane” is their most Psychedelic official EP ever

In 1964 Peter and Gordon hit the top of the charts with their debut single, the Lennon-McCartney song “A World Without Love”

Written by Paul McCartney at age 16 and attributed to Lennon–McCartney, “A World Without Love” was first recorded by the British duo Peter and Gordon, released as their debut single on February 28, 1964

In 1965 The Byrds debut single “Mr. Tambourine Man” peaks to No.1 on the Hot 100

The Byrds cover of Dylan’s “Mr. Tambourine Man” changed music and had a huge impact on the late 1960’s Rock that can be heard to this day

On this day in 1967 The Beatles make TV history by appearing on the first ever satellite TV production “Our World”

On June 25, 1967, The Beatles performed live “All You Need Is Love” for an estimated audience of between 400 and 700 million people around the globe on what was the first ever satellite TV production

The Kinks’ Ray Davies turns 81

With The Kinks, Ray Davies sung and played on some of the most memorable songs of the 1960’s and 1970’s. The band, “outsiders” on the British Invasion music scene, influenced important music movements such as Punk Rock and Britpop and remain relevant ever since their hit “You Really Got Me” played for the first time. Ray Davies turns 81 today

“Mission: Impossible” music theme composer Lalo Schifrin turns 93 today

The Argentinian composer Lalo Schifrin has composed hundreds of songs and themes for famous movie and TV scores, including the iconic theme for “Mission: Impossible.” Today he turns 93

Greg Munford, the voice of the Psychedelic Rock classic “Incense and Peppermints” turns 76 today

Greg Munford provided the lead vocals for the Strawberry Alarm Clock’s only No.1, the 1967 Psychedelic Rock classic hit “Incense and Peppermints” but despite that, he never joined the band. Today he turns 76

The Rolling Stones classic “Jumpin’ Jack Flash” peaks to No.1 on this day in 1968

“Jumpin’ Jack Flash” peaked to No.1 on the UK singles charts on June 19, 1968, becoming their 7th U.K No.1, here’s some facts about this Rolling Stones enduring Rock classic

The Paul McCartney Top 25 Beatles Songs

Paul McCartney’s songwriting partnership with John Lennon while in The Beatles during the 1960’s, it’s the most famous in Pop and Rock music history. Celebrate Paul McCartney’s 83rd birthday, with the Top 25 Beatles songs featuring him on lead vocals

The Paul McCartney Top 15 Songs

Paul McCartney is one of the very few people on the planet that barely needs any introduction. The former Beatle turns 83 today and we celebrate it with his Top 15 best non-Beatles related songs

Paul McCartney: A glimpse at his life in photographs

Paul McCartney is one of the very few people on the planet that barely needs any introduction. The former Beatle was born on 18 June 1942 in Liverpool, England. We look back at his life on photographs

Pink Floyd releases their second single, “See Emily Play” in 1967

“See Emily Play” is now a Psychedelic Rock classic, one of Pink Floyd’s earliest hits, was released in Columbia records on June 16, 1967, backed with “Scarecrow”

The 1967 Monterey Pop Festival: An important milestone of counterculture and Rock revolution

The Monterey Pop Festival it’s perhaps the very first blueprint for the modern open-air Rock festivals as we know it, with an estimated 200,000 attending for three days, featuring acts such as Otis Redding, Jefferson Airplane, The Byrds, Janis Joplin with the Big Brother and The Holding Company, The Who, Mamas & Papas, Grateful Dead, Canned Heat and the first major appearance of The Jimi Hendrix Experience in the U.S

French Yé-Yé and Rock icon Johnny Hallyday was born on this day in 1943

The first French Rock Star, Johnny Hallyday was seen as a “national monument” in France. He emerged during the early 1960’s part of French culture and music movement Yé-Yé. With over 110 million records sold worldwide, Hallyday had a successful career that only was stopped by illness towards the end of his life

The unique Greek singer and performer Demis Roussos was born on this day in 1946

Demis Roussos achieved the peak of his popularity during the 1970’s with songs such as “Forever and Ever,” a No.1 on the UK singles charts, but despite his success and popularity in Europe, he was never able to replicate the same in other parts of the world. We look back at his career on the day he would have turned 79

Singer-songwriter Nilsson was born on this day in 1941

With the 1969 “Midnight Cowboy” movie theme “Everybody’s Talking” Nilsson scored his first big hit. During the 1970’s, he became one of the most popular singer-songwriters while at the same indulging in excess together with John Lennon. Nilsson was born 84 years ago

The Troggs singer Reg Presley was born on this day in 1941

The British band The Troggs, scored hit songs during the 1960’s such as “Wild Thing,” “Love Is All Around” and “With A Girl Like You”. Their singer Reg Presley was born 84 years ago

In 1969 The Beatles reach the UK No,1 chart for the last time as a band with the controversial song “The Ballad of John and Yoko”

“The Ballad of John and Yoko” chronicles the events associated with Lennon’s marriage to Yoko Ono and its lyrical content caused some controversy in some countries, mainly the U.S and Spain

The Rolling Stones “Paint It, Black” peaks to No.1 in 1966

Written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards with an important contribution from Brian Jones, the Rolling Stones “Paint It, Black” was one of the first the Stones developed during their experimental phase

The eternal Judy Garland was born 103 years ago today

Judy Garland’s enduring colorful image projected in “The Wizard of Oz” gave her fame, success and made her a legend, but the life that followed after that, was less colorful

The legendary Howlin’ Wolf was born on this day in 1910

Howlin’ Wolf stands as one of the best Chicago Blues artists ever and several of his songs, including “Spoonful,” “Little Red Rooster” or “Back Door Man,” became both blues and rock staples and he influenced legendary bands including The Doors, Led Zeppelin, Cream and the Rolling Stones

Mark Volman of The Turtles turns 78 today

During the late 1960’s Volman scored hits as a member of The Turtles with songs such as “Happy Together” and “Eleanore” and later became also a member of Frank Zappa’s The Mothers of Invention. Today he turns 78

George Harrison: The Quiet Beatle

Revisiting Jacques Tati masterpiece “Playtime”

A delight to the eyes, 1967 “Playtime” from the acclaimed French director Jacques Tati, it’s an unique movie that satirizes modern day society

The influential songwriter, singer and actor Kris Kristofferson turns 88 today

Kris Kristofferson penned the classic “Me and Bobby McGee”, which became his most well-known song, 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 on the day he turns 88

Top 12 Beach Boys songs featuring Brian Wilson on his 82nd Birthday

Singer, songwriter and the main creative force behind The Beach Boys, Brian Wilson was born on this day in 1942. We celebrate his 82nd birthday by looking back at the Top 10 Beach Boys songs

Les Yé-Yé: The French 60’s Pop Explosion Phenomenon

Exploring the fantastic French Pop music scene during the 60’s

Quincy Jones turns 91 today

Quincy Jones is mostly known famous for producing Michael Jackson’s best selling albums including “Thriller”, but there’s much more to his six decades career than his contributions to Pop music

On October 1970, a Portuguese magazine publishes an article on Jimi Hendrix’s death and how his girlfriend is about to give birth to his child…

A few days after Jimi Hendrix’s death, the Portuguese magazine Antena published an article about his early demise and how despite the tragedy his son “Jimi Hendrix Jr.” was about to be born from no more no less than Mick Jagger’s girlfriend at the time, American singer Marsha Hunt, that in fact was expecting Jagger’s first child

Absolutely Live! 10 Essential Live Rock Albums

Revisiting 10 of the best Rock Live albums, the real concert experience in your living room.

Folk singer Melanie Safka turns 76

Melanie Safka was part of the American Folk music artists scene, however, unlike Joan Baez, Melanie failed initially to succeed in the U.S. From performing at the 1969 Woodstock Festival, she got inspiration to write her biggest hit “Lay Down (Candles In The Rain)”. She turns 76 today

7 Stylish 1967 Jacques Dutronc Pin Ups From Salut Les Copains

Check these 7 Pin Ups from French Yé-Yé icon exclusively taken for the magazine Salut Les Copains.

1960’s Fashion icon, actress and singer Jane Birkin was born on this day in 1946

Jane Birkin emerged as a model and actress from the Swinging London scene and ended up in Paris as a singer with Serge Gainsbourg where in 1969 she recorded the controversial duet “Je T’Aime…Moi Non Plus”. An icon of style and beauty, Birkin turns 76 today

The Queen Of Rock Tina Turner turns 83

Miss Hot Legs or the righteous Queen of Rock Tina Turner, was born on this day in 1939. We look back at the legendary, iconic and influential singer and performer life and career

Raquel Welch turns 82

The 60’s and 70’s Hollywood Goddess, Sex Symbol and movie star still looks amazing

David Crosby turns 81: Looking back at his career and controversial life

From problems with addiction and law to politically outspoken views and parenting the child of LGBT singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge and her partner, the founding member of The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, David Crosby, is one of the last men actively standing from the 1960’s counter-culture generation

The living legend of music Tony Bennett turns 96

He fought in World War II and has delighted audiences for over 70 years, as an artist, Bennett never got stuck in time, and throughout his career he always appreciated new artists and genres, which contributed for his intact popularity to this day.

Revisiting Miles Davis “Sketches Of Spain”, 1960

One of Miles Davis masterpieces, “Sketches Of Spain” it’s more than just a Jazz album, it’s an enjoyment to the ears and senses and an impressive accomplishment on transforming traditional Spanish Flamenco Guitar music

The legacy of Robert Indiana

A look back at Robert Indiana, the famous Pop Art artist that created the iconic 1970 “LOVE” sculpture,

The Ronettes’ Ronnie Spector turns 78 today

During the 1960’s Ronnie Spector gave voice to memorable songs such as “Be My Baby” as the lead singer of the girl band The Ronettes. Today, she turns 78

A New Approach: 10 Of The Best Classic Albums with Novelty Packaging

We look back at some of the best novelty packaging on albums, with a list of 10 famous ones that became iconic not just for their music only but also due to the unique cover art and packaging on this list

The Rolling Stone Charlie Watts turns 80 today

Charlie Watts is often referred to as the quiet Stone and is one of Rock’s most influential drummers. Today he turns 80

10 Cool Fashion Ads From the 60’s

Check these 10 Cool European Fashion Ads From the 60’s

The Erotic Outer Space Adventures of Electric Barbarella

“Barbarella”, the colorful 1968 Sci-Fi Roger Vadim starring Jane Fonda as the sexy comics character, has become one of the most influential movies of all time and holds a top position in Pop Culture history

Philip Norman “John Lennon: The Life”

With over 500.000 words to read, there may be countless John Lennon’s biographies Philip Norman’s “John Lennon: The Life” is the definitive one

7 Fantastic portraits of 60’s British Invasion bands issued in 1965 on the French magazine Salut Les Copains

Includes original 1960’s photographs of The Kinks, The Who, The Zombies and The Animals

50 Essential Albums From 1967

1967 was one of absolute golden years for music. A deeply culturally and socially important year with several changes around the world, on fashion, politics, technology and many other changes that were reflected on the music being made. We gathered together 50 of the best album releases from 1967 with no particular order, all of them are essential and timeless

Revisiting The Rolling Stones Psychedelic adventure “Their Satanic Majesties Request”

“An anomaly in The Rolling Stones” discography someone once said, but for many people it’s one of their top 10 favorite Stones albums of all time. “Their Satanic Majesties Request” was released on the 8th of December 1967

Remembering Del Shannon on his birthday

Del Shannon made one of Rock N’ Roll’s most memorable song, “Runaway”. During the early 1960’s he enjoyed a wave of success from the hit single, he was born on this day in 1934

The legendary self-proclaimed “Queen Of Rock N’ Roll” Little Richard turns 87 today

“Elvis may be the King of Rock and Roll, but I am the Queen. ” said Little Richard once. An influential figure in popular music and culture for seven decades, with his dynamic music and charismatic showmanship, he laid the foundation for Rock N’ Roll, his music played a key role in the formation of other popular music genres. We couldn’t imagine Rock music without Little Richard. He celebrates 87 years old today, we look back at his life and career

Time Is Still On Their Side: Top 1960’s Acts Still Touring

These top acts from the 60’s are still touring and giving us new music. For these artists and bands there are no such thing as retirement, and their fan base keeps growing, proving that when you do good music, it can last and cross through the decades

The Rock legend Ginger Baker dies at age 80

The former Cream and Blind Faith drummer superstar who had recently turned 80, had an history of health problems over the last years, mainly heart condition and pulmonary due to years of heavy smoking. He passes today and leaves his name carved on the history of Rock, with his unique and influential drumming style.

BREAKING: Rock legend Ginger Baker critically ill at the hospital

The family of the Cream and Blind Faith legend and drummer superstar Ginger Baker announced on Facebook earlier that he’s currently at the hospital critically hill, asking for prayers

Kenny Rogers turns 81

There aren’t too many country singers that are able to cross successfully from that niche into the worldwide mainstream of Pop music charts, but for Kenny Rogers, that was never a problem

Influential drummer Ginger Baker turns 80

Ginger Baker, former Cream and Blind Faith member is often regarded as Rock’s first drummer superstar and has had a long, productive and influential career

The Easy Rider Peter Fonda is dead at age 79

The younger brother of Jane Fonda, son of Henry Fonda, father of Bridget Fonda and 1960’s counterculture icon has died in his home in Los Angeles from respiratory failure on the 16th of August. During his lifetime Fonda contributed not only to movies but also supporting Rock bands and artists during the 1960’s and even inspired The Beatles to write a famous line in a song

Scott Walker dies at age 76 – The lights are out for the former Walker Brothers lead singer

Scott Walker was considered one of the most enigmatic figures in Rock music history and owned one of Rock’s most distinctive voices, he died at age 76 on March 25

Guitar legend Dick Dale dies at age 81

Dick Dale is credited as the creator and pioneer of Surf music, his unique approach and technique, gave birth to iconic songs such as the “Pulp Fiction” theme song “Misirlou”

Guitarist Ed King dies at age 68

Ed King was a former member of the 1960’s Psychedelic Rock band Strawberry Alarm Clock and later from Lynyrd Skynyrd, scoring several hits with the both bands, including the 1967 Psychedelic Rock “Incense and Peppermints” and 1974 “Sweet Home Alabama” both co-written by him

Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin has died

Aretha Franklin, the undisputed “Queen of Soul” who sang with matchless style on such classics as “Think,” ”I Say a Little Prayer” and her signature song, “Respect,” and stood as a cultural icon around the globe, has died at age 76

Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin reportedly very sick and struggling

Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin is very sick and her death is “imminent,” according to a source close to the singer

Artist Steve Ditko, the influential creator of Doctor Strange and co-creator of Spider Man dies at age 90

Unlike Stan Lee, Steve Ditko always preferred to live his life away from the spotlight, despite being the creator and co-creator of some of the world’s best known characters including Spider Man, Doctor Strange and The Green Goblin, among many others

The Yé-Yé Icon France Gall is dead at age 70

France Gall was the youngest of all the French 1960’s Pop and Rock singers during the 1960’s and won the Eurovision song contest in 1965 representing Luxembourg with the most memorable song of her career “Poupée de cire, poupée de son.” penned by Serge Gainsbourg

Charles Manson dead at 83

Charles Manson, the murderer and cult leader, has died in a hospital in California. He was 83

“Born To Be Blue”: Chet Baker re-imagined and revisited

Ethan Hawke embodies Chet Baker as close as it can gets, and despite the actor being older than what Chet would be back in the late 60’s where most of the movie takes place, his physical similarities to the jazz legend help the movie to achieve a reality factor to his acting regardless of the fictional facts

Genius musician Roger Waters turns 74 today

Looking back at the life and career of the influential Pink Floyd’s maestro and genius Roger Waters

Brian Epstein died 50 years ago

Remembering the man who made The Beatles

“Ball And Chain” performed by Big Brother & The Holding Company 1968

Watch the amazing guitar work of James Gurley on this “Ball And Chain” performance by Big Brother & The Holding Company 1968

Iggy Pop: The 9 Lives Of The Iguana

Looking back at the life of a living legend ,Andy Warhol wrote once about Iggy Pop after meeting him in 1966 as Jim Osterberg at Ann Arbor Film Festival . “I don’t know why he hasn’t made it really big,” Warhol wrote. “He is so good.”

BRAVO Magazine

BRAVO Magazine A German Bible of Pop Culture Unknown to many, Bravo magazine was a case of serious success among

The Beatles “Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band” revisited

It’s 2017, the year The Beatles masterpiece “Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band” turns 50. It’s no longer 20 years ago today but 50, and in an ocean of reviews and articles, this is just another one to celebrate the existence of one of the most acclaimed and influential albums of all times, not just in Rock or Pop, but in the whole Pop Culture imaginary.