27 years ago, today Madonna scores another No.1 with the electronic ballad “Frozen”

27 years ago, today Madonna scores another No.1 with the electronic ballad “Frozen”

“Frozen” was the first single taken out Madonna’s “Ray of Light” album

Evan Dando turns 58

He was one of the 90’s Rock music sex symbols, as someone wrote back then, “grungy” but washed and clean with nice hair

Oasis hit No.1 at the UK singles charts in 1996 with the “beatlesque” “Don’t Look Back in Anger”

Released on 19 February 1996 as the fifth single from their 1995 album “(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?” the “beatlesque” “Don’t Look Back in Anger” became one of Oasis’s signature songs

Jon Bon Jovi turns 63, check Bon Jovi’s Top 10 songs

To celebrate Jon’s 63rd anniversary, here’s a Top 10 list of some of Bon Jovi’s best ever songs

The lights go out for Nirvana in Munich on March 1, 1994, when they play their last concert together

Little over than a month after Nirvana’s final performance at The Terminal Einz in Munich, Germany, Kurt Cobain was found dead

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 82nd birthday

Kurt Cobain 58th Anniversary Special

A talented artist, songwriter, musician and a passionate advocate for women’s and gay rights, Kurt Cobain left the earthly plan by his own hand on April 8, 1994, at age 27, but today we celebrate his life with a special feature that includes 6 articles to remember Kurt Cobain

The Messenger Of The Electric Truth: 27 Quotes by Kurt Cobain

Remember Kurt Cobain through his words on 27 quotes, some inspirational, some revealing of who he was

The Later Years 1992-1994: Kurt Cobain his life and style in photos

Kurt Cobain, that sung on the song “Stay Away” the line “Rather Be Dead Than Cool/ Fashion Stinks, Fashion Style,” end up developing a personal style reflected on his clothes and hair that remains trendy and copied by many around the world

The Early Years 1967-1992: Kurt Cobain his life and style in photos

On this day, 22 years apart, both Harry Nilsson in 1972 and Mariah Carey in 1994, climb to No.1 with Badfinger’s song “Without You”

One of the most famous Pop ballads of all time, “Without You” by Badfinger, has been covered and recorded by over 180 artists, however, was through Harry Nilsson and Mariah Carey that the song met its most famous versions

On his 71st birthday, check out the Top 5 John Travolta Movies

The famous actor John Travolta was born on this day, February 18, 1954, in Englewood, New Jersey. On his 71st birthday, check out the Top 5 John Travolta Movies

Controversial and multi-faceted Rapper, Rocker and Actor Ice-T turns 67 today

Ice-T had a troubled early life but emerged as an influential artist during the 1980’s Hip Hop music scene. From Rap to Hip Hop, to Rock and Metal, Hardcore Punk to Pop, Ice-T it’s one of the most eclectic musicians and also an awarded actor. Today he turns 67

Lenny Kravitz scores his first UK No.1 with “Fly Away” on this day in 1999

“Fly Away” became one of Lenny Kravitz’s most popular ones and regarded today as a 90’s classic. We look back at the chart success of the song

The creative Peter Gabriel was born on this day in 1950

The Genesis founder and former lead singer Peter Gabriel has had a very successful solo career since the 1970’s and won a big place on Pop Culture’s imagery through his creative music videos. Today he turns 75

Roxette’s Per Gessle turns 66 today

Roxette had an impressive string of hit songs during the late 80’s and early 90’s, the Swedish duo consisting of Per Gessle and Marie Fredriksson, ruled the airwaves around the globe during that period, today, Per turns 66

On this day in 2012 Whitney Houston passed away at age 48

Whitney Houston was the most awarded female act of all time with 200 million records sold worldwide, one of music’s greatest voices, she passed away on this day in 2012 at age only 48. We remember her voice and music through the concert Live in Japan, 1990

In 1992 Right Said Fred peaked to No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 with the 90’s hit “I’m Too Sexy”

One of the 1990’s most successful dance songs, “I’m Too Sexy,” the debut song by British group Right Said Fred, peaked to No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 on February 8, 1992

Bon Jovi’s founding member and keyboardist David Bryan turns 63 today

Founding Bon Jovi member, the keyboardist David Bryan also co-wrote many of the band’s songs. Watch Bon Jovi Live in Santiago do Chile 1990 to celebrate his birthday

The 10 Best Guns N’ Roses music videos on the day Axl Rose turns 63

Axl Rose is one of the most influential Rockers of the last 40 years, we made a list of Guns N’ Roses 10 Best music videos to celebrate his 63rd Birthday

Spin Doctors’ lead singer Chris Barron was born on this day in 1968

With the Spin Doctors, Chris Barron reached the pinnacle of his success as a musician during the early 90’s with songs such as “Two Princes,” today he turns 57

Guns N’ Roses’ Duff McKagan turns 61 today

Duff McKagan is mostly famous for being Guns N’ Roses bass player, but his roots remain on the Seattle Rock scene where he was born on this day in 1964

Australian singer Natalie Imbruglia was born on this day in 1975

At the age of only 22 in 1997, she rose to international stardom with the song “Torn,” a worldwide hit that made Australian singer Natalie Imbruglia a household name. Today she turns 50

James’ singer Tim Booth was born on this day in 1960

Tim Booth joined James in 1981 as their lead singer and lyricist. During the 1990’s James found an audience for their Alternative Pop Rock sound that featured songs such as “Laid,” “Sit Down” or “Sometimes.” Booth was born 65 years ago today

Former Sonic Youth guitarist and co-founder Lee Ranaldo turns 69

Together with Sonic Youth, Ranaldo released many influential Alternative Rock albums ever since their beginning during the early 1980’s in the New York Underground music scene. The guitar sound of Lee Ranaldo played a key role on the band’s signature sound. Lee Ranaldo turns 69

The Stone Temple Pilots bassist Robert DeLeo turns 59 today

During the early 1990’s, Stone Temple Pilots became one of the biggest Alternative Rock bands in the world, producing hits such as “Plush,” “Creep,” “Crackerman” or “Interstate Love Song.” Founding member and bassist Robert DeLeo turns 59 today

In 1997 Blur’s single “Beetlebum” debuts at No.1 on the U.K charts

“Beetlebum” is perhaps the most Beatlesque of all Blur songs, according to Stephen Thomas Erlewine of Allmusic, the song “(ran) through the “White Album” in the space of five minutes” – it debuted on No.1 on this day in 1997

Former Nirvana drummer Chad Channing turns 58

Among Nirvana fans, Chad Channing is a well-known name, despite the several drummers the band had before Dave Grohl, Channing still represents Nirvana’s Sub Pop phase as the drummer who shaped their sound during that period

The story behind the George Michael’s No.1 Hit “Jesus to a Child”

On January 29th, 1996, “Jesus to a Child” became his first solo single to enter the UK chart at number one. Read the story behind one of George Michael’s most beautiful songs

Faith No More’s amazing frontman Mike Patton turns 57

Mike Patton is one of the most versatile and diverse musicians, throughout his career he has sung and played several musical styles, and since he joined Faith No More in 1989 also became one of the most influential Rock singers multiplying himself through several side projects. Celebrate his 57th anniversary by watching two amazing Faith No More concerts

The KISS Starchild Paul Stanley turns 73 today

Much has been written about Paul Stanley, he’s the Starchild, one of the most iconic alter-egos and characters in Rock music. With KISS, Paul Stanley has led a career that has earned him millions of followers around the globe. The pinnacle of his success was back in the 1970’s but today, Stanley remains one of the biggest Rock Stars in the world

The Korn lead singer Jonathan Davis turns 54 today

Jonathan Davis rose to stardom during the late 1990’s as the singer of the Nu Metal band Korn. Take a brief look back at his life and career today that as he turns 54

Check the photo gallery of controversial Style and Fashion Icon Kate Moss who turns 51 today

Kate Moss is the former Calvin Klein “Heroin Chic” icon, she was part of the 1990’s famous Top Model batch, a controversial style and fashion icon, she turns 51 today. Check a Kate Moss photo gallery with some of her best photos

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

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

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

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

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

David Bowie: The Essential Discography

One of Rock and music biggest legends, David Bowie left us a deeply rich and eclectic legacy. We picked some of his best records on this list

David Bowie Birthday Special

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

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

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

Remembering the legendary Malcolm Young on his birthday

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

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

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

Shock Rocker Brian Warner aka Marilyn Manson turns 56

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

The influential and unique Michael Stipe turns 65 today

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

“Beverly Hills, 90210” actress Gabrielle Carteris turns 64

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

1990’s supermodel Christy Turlington is 56 today

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

The Last Christmas of George Michael

One of the biggest music stars and icons of the last four decades, George Michael left us on Christmas day eight years ago. We look back at his life and career and remember his strong legacy as an artist and human being.

Ricky Martin turns 53 today

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

Eddie Vedder, still alive and doing well at 60

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

Samuel L. Jackson turns 76

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

Canadian actor Kiefer Sutherland turns 58

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

Influential Alternative Rock Bassist Mike Watt Turns 67 today

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

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

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

The Life and Style Of The Legendary Keith Richards in Photographs

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

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

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

The Legendary Human Riff Keith Richards celebrates 81 today

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

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

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

Top 10 Best Rock and Pop Christmas Songs

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

Mötley Crüe’s bass boss Nikki Sixx turns 66 today

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

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

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

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

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

How Well Do You Know Ozzy Osbourne?

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

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

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

“Good Will Hunting” Celebrates 27th Anniversary Today

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

Gianni Versace was born on this day in 1946

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

Pop Princess Britney Spears turns 43 today

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

Remembering the Rolling Stones Sax player Bobby Keys

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

Tiny Tim passed away 28 years ago today

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

Soundgarden and Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron turns 62 today

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

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

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

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

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

Larger Than Life: Remembering the legendary Freddie Mercury 33 years after his passing

Freddie Mercury embodied the Rock N’ Roll mythical excess during his life. We look back at the different sides of his life on the day that marks the anniversary of his untimely death on November 24th, 1991

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

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

INXS lead singer Michael Hutchence died 27 years ago today

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

Revisiting the times and songs of Pearl Jam’s “Vitalogy”

In 1994 Grunge Rock in its original form was quickly being replaced by safer and softer music trends. In the shadow of Kurt Cobain’s suicide, Pearl Jam makes a career turning point by releasing the album “Vitalogy” one of their finest

Bjork turns 59 today

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

In 1993 Nirvana goes acoustic for MTV Unplugged

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

Jeff Buckley was born on this day in 1966

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

RuPaul has been working it since 1960

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

Influential singer-songwriter Neil Young turns 79 today

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

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

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

Prince and the New Power Generation massive hit “Cream” peaks to No.1 in 1991

The album “Diamonds and Pearls” featured a string of hits mostly Funk oriented, and defined a highly creative period for Prince

Bryan Adams turns 65 today

Bryan Adams is one of the best-selling Rock artists of all time, with a career that has spanned now for over 40 years, today he turns 65

In 1990 Vanilla Ice becomes the first Rap artist to reach No.1 on the Hot 100

On November 3rd, 1990 “Ice Ice Baby” became the first ever Rap song to reach No.1 on the mainstream singles charts and also a worldwide hit

Looking back at Bon Jovi’s 1992 “Keep the Faith”

In a time where Alternative Rock and Grunge dominated the charts and preferences, Bon Jovi were able to successfully cross into the 1990’s with their 1992 release of “Keep the Faith”

Controversial comedian Roseanne Barr turns 72 today

She was one of the most popular comedians of the 1980’s and 1990’s, today Roseanne Barr turns 72

In 1992 Whitney Houston releases the smash hit “I Will Always Love You”

Dolly Parton originally wrote and recorded the song in 1973 but it’s Whitney Houston’s 1992 version that remains the most popular

In 1991 U2 embraces Alternative Rock and hit No.1 with “The Fly”

When Alternative Rock started to rule the music charts and airwaves all across the planet in the early 1990’s, U2 jumped quickly on the band wagon and released their single “The Fly,” reaching No.1 for the second time on the U.K singles charts

Anthony Kiedis turns 62 today

Anthony Kiedis is one of Rock’s most charismatic singers, he started out as a child/teenage actor in the late 1970’s and made his way to Rock stardom with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, one of the most influential bands over the last 40 years. Today he turns 62

Nirvana plays the Seattle Paramount Theater on Halloween Night, 1991

Less than two months after the release of “Nevermind,” Nirvana, who were climbing the top of the charts with “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” returned to Seattle where they played live most of their acclaimed album songs. The concert is now regarded as Nirvana at their peak

Promising actor River Phoenix died on this day in 1993 at age 23

River Phoenix was one of the most talented actors of his generation, on Halloween night 1993, shocked movie fans around the world when he died from a drug overdose aged only 23

U2’s Larry Mullen Jr. turns 63 today

Larry Mullen Jr. co-founded U2 in 1976 after posting a message on the school’s notice board and became the drummer of the band. Today, U2 are one of the most influential and successful Rock bands over the last 40 plus years

“X-Men: The Animated Series” debuted on Fox in 1992

The Marvel classic comics team X-Men debuted as an animation series on Fox in the 1992 “X-Men: The Animated Series”

“The Nightmare Before Christmas” Celebrates 31st Anniversary Today

The genesis of “The Nightmare Before Christmas” started with a Poem by Tim Burton that he wrote it during his time as a Disney animator in the early 1980’s. The movie is now regarded as an animation classic, that looks as fresh as when it was first released in 1993…and always a favorite for the Halloween season

Remembering Scott Weiland on his birthday

Scott Weiland was one of Rock’s greatest and more distinctive voices over the last 30 years. Together with the Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver he made songs that are now regarded as solid classics such as “Plush” or “Interstate Love Song.” Scott passed away in 2015 at age 48, today he would have turned 57

Judas Priest’s Glenn Tipton turns 77

Glenn Tipton, regarded as one of the most influential Heavy Metal guitarists, was essential on the development of Judas Priest’s signature sound

Bass player Robert Trujillo turns 60

Robert Trujillo is regarded as one of the best and most influential bass players in Rock of the last 30 years, he rose to prominence in the 90’s as a member of Suicidal Tendencies and since 2003 he’s Metallica’s Bassman

Weird Al Yankovic turns 65 today

One of the most popular parody singers Weird Al Yankovic was born on this day in 1959

Great Scott! Christopher Lloyd turns 86

With the “Back to the Future” trilogy, the actor who played Doc Brown got his name engraved in the pop culture universe forever

Actor Jeff Goldblum Turns 72 Today

Jeff Goldblum who is known for his roles in work like ‘The Fly,’ ‘Jurassic Park,’ ‘Will & Grace’, and ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ among many other movies and series, turns 72 today

Actor Viggo Mortensen turns 66

Twice nominated for an Academy Award, the Danish-American actor Viggo Mortensen became popular by playing Aragorn in “The Lord of the Rings” but long before that he starred in a string of hit movies and TV shows in a career now spanning for over three decades

Madonna’s “Erotica” album and controversial “Sex” book were released 32 years ago

Between October 20th and 21st in 1992 Madonna releases two of her most popular works, the album “Erotica” and controversial book “Sex” featuring photographs taken by Steven Meisel Studio and that among others featured Naomi Campbell and Vanilla Ice. Check some of the photos included in “Sex” and the album art of “Erotica”

Tom Petty was born on this day in 1950

Tom Petty already was regarded as one of the most influential singer-songwriters from the last 50 years when he suddenly passed away in 2017, today would have been his 74th birthday

10 Of the Best Horror Movies of the 1980s & 1990s

The task of compiling so many good Horror movies in a Top 10 it’s not easy, and though is not always about box-office receipts and critical acclaim, we’ve created a list with what we consider to be some of the best horror movies of the 1980’s and 1990’s

Snoop Dogg turns 53 today

Snoop Dogg came to prominence in 1993 with Hip Hop classic “Who Am I (What’s My Name)?”

Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Flea turns 62 today

Flea is regarded as one of the most influential bass players of the last 40 years, together with the Red Hot Chili Peppers he has a career that has been fulfilled with success, today, he turns 62

“The Red Rocker” Sammy Hagar turns 77 today

He is one of Rock’s most celebrated singers, Sammy Hagar, has had a career filled with success, as a member of Montrose, Van Halen and a solo artist, and reportedly he even played the first Rock concert that another legendary Rocker ever attended. Today Sammy turns 77

George Michael’s “Praying for Time” goes No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 in 1990

Despite the intentional lack of promotion or marketing, “Praying for Time” turned out to be one of the George Michael’s greatest hits, on this day in 1990 it reached No.1 on the U.S Hot 100

The Who’s bass player John Entwistle “The Ox” was born 80 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

The Alternative Rock Icon P.J Harvey turns 55 today

P.J Harvey rose to fame in the early 90’s through the Alternative Rock scene gathering loyal fans such as Kurt Cobain and John Peel

Revisiting Janet Jackson’s ‘The Velvet Rope’ Released 27 Years Ago

After asserting herself on ‘janet.’ four years earlier, Janet Jackson returned to the studio to craft the sprawling and diverse sounds of “The Velvet Rope” in 1997

Deep Blue Something “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” reaches No.1 in 1996

“Breakfast At Tiffany’s” was the Deep Blue Something’s Only No.1 hit and most famous song, contrary to what it seems the lyrics were not inspired by the famous 1961 movie. Find out what movie really inspired this 90’s classic

The actress Alicia Silverstone celebrates 48 today

During the 1990’s, Alicia Silverstone’s acting career quickly went from a discreet one-episode role on “The Wonder Years” to one of Hollywood’s top actresses

Positively Ageless Performer Gwen Stefani turns 55 today

Gwen Stefani rose to fame during the 90’s fronting the band No Doubt with the smash hit “Don’t Speak”, today she turns 55

In 1992 Sinéad O’Connor Rips Up a Photo of the Pope on Live TV

On October 3, 1992, Sinéad O’Connor appeared on Saturday Night Live as a musical guest; after performing cover of Bob Marley’s “War” she then presented a photo of Pope John Paul II…

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 78 today and for nearly 60 years she has been writing music history. Find out why

Looking back at Sting ‘s career

Sting has been one of the most successful artists in the world for well over 4 decades now. He became a well-known name back in the late 1970’s as frontman for The Police with whom he recorded 5 hit albums between 1978 and 1983. He released his first solo album in 1985 making a total now of 12 solo albums. Today, Sting turns 73

In 1995 Nick Cave and Kylie Minogue release their unexpected duet “Where the Wild Roses Grow” and two music worlds collide in the best way possible

When in 1995 Australian artists Nick Cave and Kylie Minogue release their unexpected duet “Where the Wild Roses Grow” taken from Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds album “Murder Ballads” nobody expected the wonderful results coming from it

15 Iconic Playboy Covers

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

Suede’s Brett Anderson turns 57

Brett Anderson formed Suede in the late 1980’s and by 1993 they released their critically acclaimed debut album “Suede.” Though the band was labeled as Britpop but were closer to 1970’s David Bowie than The Beatles

Linda Hamilton turns 68

She found fame with the iconic role of Sarah Connor on “The Terminator” movie series and ever since, has led a very active career

Dave Grohl joins Nirvana in 1990

The timing was perfect for Grohl when he met Kurt Cobain and Krist Novoselic in 1990, the three together became the classic Nirvana line up and without knowing, he was about to make music history and drawing his own successful musical future

Happy Birthday, Heather Locklear

It’s been over twenty years since Heather Locklear played hottie Amanda Woodward in “Melrose Place” but she’s still pin-up-worthy as ever!

Looking Back at Michael Douglas Career on His 80th Birthday

The son of Hollywood royalty, Michael Douglas built a solid career and name for himself without having to live in the shadow of his parent’s success and over the last 50 years he has starred some of the Cinema’s history most memorable movies and created some of the most memorable and iconic characters

“Nevermind:” A Pop Mix Inside a Punk Test Tube

Nirvana shredded into the mainstream on September 24th, 1991, with “Nevermind.”It was all too quick and too fast for Nirvana, their impact in music was tremendous and echoes to this day

AC/DC Makes Their Grand Comeback in 1990 with “The Razor’s Edge”

After a mild 1980’s-decade, AC/DC makes one of Rock’s biggest comebacks ever with “The Razor’s Edge” released on September 24th, 1990, which re-affirmed them as a vital force in Heavy Metal and Hard Rock

“Girl I’m Gonna Miss You” by Milli Vanilli goes No. 1 in 1989

The German pop duo who became worldwide famous during the late 1980’s and early 1990’s with a string of pop and dance hits from their 1989 album “All or Nothing” but scandal put an early end to their success

The Life and Career of The Boss

Bruce Springsteen turns 75 today He is known as The Boss and has been an enduring Rock music force over the last 50 years. A political and social voice and folk poet, Bruce Springsteen has come a long way since the release of his first record in 1973. We look back at his life and career

Top 10 Autumn Songs

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

Radiohead debut single “Creep” is released in 1992

“Creep” was released as their debut single on September 21st, 1992, and despite the band self-criticism of it, is still regarded as their signature song

Revisiting “In Utero,” Nirvana’s Last Testament

Released officially worldwide on September 21st, 1993, “In Utero” it’s the most corrosive of all Nirvana albums and light years away from its predecessor the successful 1991 “Nevermind” that brought fame to the Seattle band and put them on the lead of the Grunge movement in the early 90’s

Liam Gallagher turns 52 today

A brief look back at Liam Gallagher’s career with Oasis

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

Soundgarden’s Ben Shepperd turns 56 today

He joined Soundgarden in 1990 and brought along unique basslines and compositions that were essential to the band’s evolution

Guitarist Nuno Bettencourt turns 58

The Portuguese guitarist Nuno Bettencourt rose to international prominence as a guitar player after he joined the Boston-area group Extreme in 1985, releasing their most memorable song “More Than Words” in 1990

The King of Pop is a guest voice on The Simpsons in the episode “Stark Raving Dad”

On this day in 1991 Michael Jackson was a guest voice on The Simpsons

Revisiting Pearl Jam’s second album “Vs.”

“Vs.” is regarded as one of Pearl Jam’s best albums, despite no music videos were made for it, and going through the shadow of Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain suicide just a few months after its release

Kylie Minogue’s ‘Better the Devil You Know’ gives Stock, Aitken and Waterman team their 100th chart entry

On September 19th, 1990, Kylie Minogue’s ‘Better the Devil You Know’ enters the charts and becomes the production and songwriting team Stock Aitken Waterman 100th U.K chart entry

Looking back at Hole’s debut “Pretty On The Inside”

Hole’s debut album produced by Kim Gordon it’s one of the 90’s Alternative Rock seminal albums and gained a cult following among rock and punk music fans since its release on September 17th, 1991

Revisiting Guns N’ Roses classic “Use Your Illusion I & II”

The 8-sided record that set a milestone in Rock music was released in September 1991. We revisit the Guns N’ Roses classic record

Electronic music legend Moby turns 59 today

During the late 1990’s, Moby became one of the most successful artists of the decade with the album “Play,” but he actually started off his music career through a very different genre from the one he’s famous for

The founder and former frontman of The Verve Richard Ashcroft turns 53 today

During the 1990’s The Verve became one of the main figures of the British Alternative Rock scene with songs such as “Bitter Sweet Symphony” and “The Drugs Don’t Work”

The Culture Club drummer Jon Moss turns 67

Jon Moss became worldwide famous as the drummer for Culture Club, but the drummer of songs such as “Karma Chameleon” and former Boy George romantic partner actually came from a strong Punk Rock background prior joining the Culture Club that included many famous Punk bands

In 1991 Nirvana kick-start the Alternative Rock revolution

Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” kick started the Alternative Rock revolution on September 10th, 1991

On this day in 1992, Nirvana appears at the MTV Video Music Awards

In 1992 Nirvana were one of the world’s biggest Rock names, in less than one year they went from an unknown Seattle band to Rock Stars attending the prestigious MTV Video Music Awards

Black Box “Ride on Time” Dance classic spends 6 weeks on No.1 in 1989

One of Dance Music absolute classics, “Ride on Time” by the Italian based group Black Box started a six-week run at No.1 on the UK singles chart on this day, September 9th, 1989. Look back at the song history

Coolio blends Rap and Pop music fans together in 1995 with “Gangsta’s Paradise”

Rap music was never known to provide #1 hits internationally outside Rap charts, but this wasn’t the case for Coolio who in 1995 went No. 1 in several countries worldwide with “Gangsta’s Paradise” featuring L.V

Jon Bon Jovi goes No. 1 on Hot 100 with his debut solo single “Blaze of Glory”

“Blaze of Glory” remains the only No.1 hit and chart topper of Jon Bon Jovi’s solo career

The Cardigans singer Nina Persson turns 50

Swedish band The Cardigans scored several hits during the 1990’s including the memorable “Lovefool,” today singer and lyricist Nina Persson turns 50

Remembering Dolores O’Riordan

We look back at the career of The Cranberries charismatic lead singer born 53 years ago today

The Soundgarden co-founder and guitarist Kim Thayil turns 64

Kim Thayil is one of the Grunge Rock movement’s best-known faces and talented musicians, credited as a pioneer of the original Seattle sound

Former Sepultura drummer Igor Cavalera turns 54

With his unique drumming style that blends different types of techniques including Tribal beats, Cavalera has become one of Trash Metal’s most influential drummers

Legendary Radio DJ John Peel was born 85 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

Let The Music Do the Talking

Michael Jackson built an outstanding career that had very few lows over a 40-year period. Look back at his life in music.

Canadian singer Shania Twain turns 59

During the 1990’s, the Canadian country music star Shania Twain unexpectedly conquered the Pop music world, scoring memorable hits around the world such as “Man! I Feel Like a Woman”

Canadian actor Jason Priestley turns 55

Jason Priestley became worldwide famous during the early 1990’s when he played the role of teenager Brandon Walsh on the hit TV series “Beverly Hills, 90210” which turned him into a teen idol

Revisiting “Ten”, the timeless debut of Pearl Jam turns 33

“Ten” remains for some Pearl Jam’s best, or at least, the favorite for non-fans of the Seattle band that still dispute “Ten” as a Grunge album or a FM Rock album. We look back at this Rock music landmark released on August 27, 1991

On the 26 August 1995 Blur gets their first U.K number 1 with “Country House”

One of the 90’s most celebrated songs turns 29. “Country House” from one of Britpop’s favorites, Blur, reached number 1 in the UK on this day in 1995

German Top Model Claudia Schiffer turns 54: A Fashion Icon

The 1990’s fashion icon is one of the most famous Top Models of all time, she was the first Chanel blonde and has appeared on more than one thousand magazine covers and holds the record for the model with the most magazine covers

The Metal God Rob Halford turns 73

The charismatic lead singer of Judas Priest owns one of the most powerful wide-ranging voices of all time which he has been using very well since the 1970’s in defining Heavy Metal and he has also contributed immensely to the LGBT community and cause after coming out in 1998

Director Tim Burton turns 66 today

Tim Burton was born in Burbank, California, on August 25, 1958, Burton is known for his dark, gothic, and eccentric horror and fantasy films. To celebrate his birthday, we went back through his entire filmography and ranked his top 10 films.

The Top 5 Essential River Phoenix Movies and His Life and Career

River Phoenix was one of the most promising and talented actors of his generation, the young Hollywood star who prematurely left us aged only 23, was born 54 years ago today

Top 10 Alice in Chains Songs with Layne Staley

Born on August 22, 1967, alongside Kurt Cobain and Chris Cornell, Layne Staley was one of the most distinct and popular singers of the Grunge Rock movement during the early 1990’s. Look back at the Top 10 Alice in Chains songs featuring Layne Staley

The Top 10 Clash Songs

Joe Strummer, one of the leading figures of the Punk Rock movement, was born on 21 August 1952. He formed and fronted The Clash between 1976 and 1986, leaving a valuable legacy in Rock music that remains fresh and continues to influence new generations

The beautiful Kim Catrall turns 68

Kim Catrall is still best known for her role as Samantha Jones on the HBO comedy series “Sex and the City” and for the 1987 blockbuster “Mannequin”, but she owns a career that started back in the 1970’s and starred in several popular TV series and movies

Remembering Dimebag Darrell

Dimebag Darrell co-founded Pantera in 1981 with his brother Vinnie Paul on drums, one of the biggest and most successful Metal bands from the 1980’s and specially the 1990’s

1980’s TV heartthrob John Stamos turns 61

One of the 1980’s TV heartthrobs and with a career spanning several decades, Stamos has become a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. The “General Hospital” actor has successfully revived his popularity over the last two decades by appearing in new series and movies and also as an outspoken supporter for the LGBT community

Top 10 John Deacon Queen songs

The quiet and talented John Deacon was never too much fond of the spotlight, not even when Queen was performing for tens of thousands of people, the bassist and composer was born 74 years ago today in 1951

Edward Norton turns 55

Edward Norton is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation, he has been nominated for an Academy Award three time including for his film debut “Primal Fear” and in 2014 for “Birdman”

Actor Christian Slater turns 55 today

Christian Slater came to prominence during the 1980’s mostly through teen oriented movies, and was included in the famous “brat pack” actors at the time

Top 10 Patrick Swayze Movies

Born on this day in 1952, The beloved Patrick Swayze’s untimely death at age 57 in 2009, left a big void that is yet to be filled, but thankfully we can look back and testify his talent and legacy with the movies he left us

The actor Sean Penn turns 63 today

Sean Penn owns two academy awards and one of the 1980’s most infamous marriages, when in 1985 he and Madonna started a controversial relationship that even led him to jail. Today he turns 64 and we look back at his life and career

Top 10 1990’s Defining Madonna songs

After a successful decade that introduced her to the mainstream and put her on the throne of Pop music as the Queen, Madonna would seem to have a problem adapting to the new era of the 1990’s to match her previous success, but for her, between eroticism and mysticism, this was a piece of cake

Madonna: The Reinvention Queen – The 1990’s

Madonna has been dictating the fashion industry since the early 1980’s when she first became popular with her unique “Madonna Look” which included crucifixes, lots of bracelets and street wear. We’ve selected some of her best images between 1990 and 1999 on this gallery, get inspired by the absolute Queen of Pop

Acclaimed and awarded actress Halle Berry is 58 today

Over the last two decades Halle Berry has been present in some of the most successful blockbusters including the “X-Men” movie series, “Catwoman” and “Gothika”, the actress who started as a model and came 6th in the Miss World contest, turns 58 today

The multi-talented actor Steve Martin turns 79

Steve Martin started his career as a comedy writer for The Smothers Brothers Show but it was with the memorable 1987 movie “Roxanne” that solidified his acting career

The actress Rosanna Arquette turns 65

Rosanna Arquette is part of the famous and talented Arquette family, she hit the mainstream during the 1980’s with movies such as “Desperately Seeking Susan”, today she turns 65

The legendary Whitney Houston was born 61 years ago

Whitney Houston was the most awarded female act of all time with 200 million records sold worldwide, one of music’s greatest voices, she passed away aged only 48. We remember her exceptional life and career, and her voice and music through the concert Live in Japan, 1990, today that marks her 61st birthday

Awarded and influential actor Dustin Hoffman turns 87: 7 of his best movies

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

U2’s The Edge turns 63

The Edge’s guitar playing has become one of the most important parts of U2’s distinctive and influential sound which still inspires new generations of musicians today

Madonna earns her 10th Hot 100 No.1 in 1992 with “This Used to Be My Playground”

“This Used to Be My Playground” was composed to be used as the theme song of the movie “A League of Their Own” starring Madonna but end up not being included on the movie’s soundtrack album

The legendary Bruce Dickinson turns 66: Check 10 of the best Iron Maiden songs

With his wide-ranging operatic vocal style and energetic stage presence, Bruce Dickinson wrote his name in the history of Rock and Heavy Metal

The talented and prolific South African actress Charlize Theron turns 49

For over the last two decades the Academy Award winner Charlize Theron has starred in several blockbusters including “Monster” and “Atomic Blonde”

Actor Wayne Knight turns 69

Wayne Knight’s signature role remains that of Newman in “Seinfeld”, but he also has starred in several Hollywood blockbusters throughout his career and given voice to animated characters

David Duchovny turns 64

Throughout his career David Duchovny has presented us with characters such as Fox Mulder and Hank Moody, today he turns 64

Pat Smear turns 65: Hardcore Punk pioneer, Grammy winner, co-founder of The Germs, former Nirvana and an original Foo Fighter

He’s one of the most iconic and legendary musicians of the Californian Hardcore Punk scene of the late 1970’s and early 1980’s and a member of some of the most influential bands ever, Smear has done it all and gone through it all, from receiving racial and homophobic abuse from a (drunken) famous Rock Superstar to appearing as an extra in a Prince and The Revolution music video to witnessing the legendary frontmen from two of his bands committing suicide in their twenties and composing a song with Paul McCartney

10 of the best Sepultura songs with Max Cavalera

To celebrate the 55th anniversary of Sepultura co-founder and former frontman Max Cavalera, here’s 10 of their very best songs featuring Max on lead vocals

The Top 20 Metallica Songs on James Hetfield 61st Birthday

One of the most influential bands of the last 40 years, Metallica’s adventure begun during the early 1980’s when James Hetfield answered a classified advertisement by drummer Lars Ulrich. Today James Hetfield turns 61 and we look back at his life, career and Metallica’s Top 20 Songs

Alternative Rock producer and Garbage member Butch Vig turns 69

Butch Vig produced some of the most acclaimed albums of the 1990’s including “Nevermind” by Nirvana and “Siamese Dream” by The Smashing Pumpkins and his own band Garbage debut in 1995. Today he turns 69

Former Teen star actor Edward Furlong turns 47

With his acting debut at age 14 as John Connor in the 1991 blockbuster “Terminator 2” Edward Furlong skyrocketed to international popularity, but in recent years he has struggling to get back the Hollywood spot he once held

Def Leppard frontman Joe Elliott turns 65 today

During the late 1970’s, with Def Leppard, Joe Elliott became one of the notable names of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal

The Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz turns 60

The Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz rose to international success in 1994 with “Mr. Jones”

The actor Laurence Fishburne turns 63

With a body of work that spans over four decades, that includes one of his most popular roles as Morpheus in “The Matrix” trilogy movies, he has become a respected and influential figure in Hollywood

The unique Kate Bush turns 66

The unique British singer Kate Bush is one of the most unique and recognizable voices over the last 40 years

The Top 10 Arnold Schwarzenegger Movies

One of the most iconic actors of all time, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s presence in a movie is a guarantee to be a blockbuster. Look back at his life and career and his Top 10 Movies today that he turns 77

90’s Alternative Rock Star Juliana Hatfield turns 57

Her debut solo album, “Hey Babe,” was released in 1992 to critical acclaim followed by “Become What You Are,” which included the hit single “My Sister,” that received significant radio airplay and became one of her most recognizable songs

Sandra Bullock turns 60

Her big screen debut happened discretely in 1987 but it wasn’t up until the 1990’s her name started to show up in several of the decade’s blockbusters such as “Demolition Man” and “Speed”

81 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.

Top 10 Queen songs with Roger Taylor on Lead and Back Vocals

Roger Taylor, the majestic Queen drummer that also served as occasional lead vocalist and back vocalist on many of Queen’s, songs was born on this day in 1949 and we look back at his Top 10 Queen songs

The Top 10 Sonic Youth Songs

We look back at the Top 10 most popular Sonic Youth songs today that founder, vocalist and guitarist Thurston Moore, the acclaimed “King of Noise,” turns 66

Cradle Of Filth’s vocalist and founder Dani Filth turns 51

With Cradle of Filth, who enjoyed a huge wave of popularity during the 1990’s with their Goth Metal sound, Dani Filth, that turns 51 today, became one of Metal’s most popular vocalists

Slash turns 59: The 10 Best Guns N’ Roses music videos

For over three decades now Slash’s signature top hat, curly hair, and Les Paul guitar have made him one of the most recognizable figures in rock history. Today, the British-American guitarist turns 59

Remembering the actor Philip Seymour Hoffman

Philip Seymour Hoffman was regarded as one of the most promising and talented actors of his generation, his signature role in the 2005 movie “Capote” earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor

Danny Glover turns 78

The prolific actor Danny Glover has appeared in several popular movies where he played memorable roles such as “The Color Purple” and “Lethal Weapon”

The Colombian actor John Leguizamo celebrates his birthday today

John Leguizamo is one of the most familiar faces on the big screen since the 1990’s, starring in several hit movies since his role as Luigi in the 1993 “Super Mario Bros”, but before that the Colombian actor had some appearances in memorable 1980’s TV series and music videos

The Top 5 Willem Dafoe Movies

Willem Dafoe, the highly prolific and awarded actor was born on July 22, 1955. He is one of the most recognized faces in the big screen and one of our favorite actors and today that he turns 69, take a look at his Top 5 Movies

Top 10 Robin Williams memorable roles

Robin Williams was one of the most successful and versatile actors over the last 40 years, granting a box-office success in pretty much every movie he starred, either being a comedy or a drama.

Remembering Chris Cornell: The Top 10 Soundgarden Songs

Chris Cornell, one of the chief architects of the 1990’s Grunge movement was born 60 years ago today, we remember his voice and his music on this Top 10 Soundgarden Songs

Actor and model Josh Holloway turns 55 today

Josh Holloway is mostly remembered for his role of Sawyer on the hit TV series “Lost”, but the actor who started his career modeling for big brands and designers, also made an appearance on a very famous 90’s Rock music video

Actor Frank Whaley turns 61 today

Frank Whaley’s character Brett on the 1994 Quentin Tarantino’s “Pulp Fiction”, remains one of the most memorable in the movie, the actor has appeared on several serious hit movies during the late 1980’s and 1990’s including “Field of Dreams”, “The Doors”, “Born on The Fourth Of July” and “JFK”

Pearl Jam co-founder and guitarist Stone Gossard turns 58

Stone Gossard the Pearl Jam co-founder, rhythm and additional lead guitarist, is one of the architects of the Seattle Grunge sound that took over the airwaves. He turns 58 today

Celebrate the birthday of Brian May revisiting The Top 10 Greatest Queen Live Performances

Today the legendary Brian May turns 77, look back at The Top 10 Greatest Queen Live Performances during the Freddie Mercury era

David “The Hoff” Hasselhoff turns 72 today

Despite all controversies throughout his life and career, the actor who played Michael Knight remains one of the dearest and most memorable screen stars of all time

Top 10 of the Best Richie Sambora’s Bon Jovi songs

Together with lead singer Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora formed the main songwriting unit for Bon Jovi. Today Sambora turns 65 and we look back at 10 of his very best songs with Bon Jovi

The Top 10 Most Popular Hole songs

The Grunge Queen Courtney Love was born on this day in 1964 and to celebrate her 60h birthday look back at the Top 10 most popular Hole songs

Remembering the Depeche Mode co-founder and keyboardist Andy Fletcher

As a co-founder and member of one of the world’s most popular and influential bands, Depeche Mode, Andy Fletcher’s career was filled with countless hit songs including “Just Can’t Enough”, “Strangelove”, “Enjoy The Silence”, “Personal Jesus”, “Dream On”, “Master and Servant” and “Everything Counts”. Fletcher was born on this day 63 years ago.

Singer Joan Osborne turns 62 today

Joan Osborne is best remembered by her 1995 hit “One Of Us”, despite not been able to duplicate the success she had with that song, she continues to release new music and keeps active on the music business

The Faith No More keyboardist Roddy Bottum is 61 today

Roddy Bottum helped to develop and create the Faith No More’s signature sound during the 1980’s, an essential part of the band, Roddy turns 61 today, in recent years he released his music project Man on Man, an album made with his life partner Joey Holman featuring songs based on life as a gay man. We look back at his life and career

“Ghostbusters” creator and actor Dan Aykroyd turns 72

Dan Aykroyd starred on some of the biggest blockbusters of all time including “Ghostbusters” part I and II, we look back briefly on his career today that he turns 72

The controversial former Pantera singer Phil Anselmo turns 56

Phil Anselmo is surely controversial, and it doesn’t seems it will ever stop being, but he has written his name on the history of Rock, and gifted music fans with some of the best Metal songs ever. The Pantera icon turns 56

How well do you know David Bowie?

Test your David Bowie knowledge on this quiz about the life and career of the ultimate Pop icon!

Chris Isaak turns 68 today

Musician, singer and actor, Chris Isaak, gained worldwide projection also due to his hit songs such as “Wicked Game” and his extensive collaboration with David Lynch throughout the years. He turns 68 today

George Michael 61st Anniversary Special

The Pop icon and legend George Michael would had turned 61 today. To celebrate his life, we’ve put together six articles previously published including album reviews, a quiz, a photo gallery and an intimate look

George Michael: A style and fashion icon in photographs

During four decades George Michael influenced not just music but also fashion and style, Pop Expresso put together some of George’s best and most iconic photographs to celebrate his life and contribution to Pop Culture

Quiz! How Well Do You Know George Michael?

How well do you know George Michael? Do the quiz and find out if your are a fantastic fan!

Revisiting George Michael’s “Listen Without Prejudice Vol.1”

The second George Michael’s solo album “Listen Without Prejudice Vol.1”, released on September 3rd 1990, didn’t achieved the same success as it’s predecessor “Faith” from 1987, but it’s among one of his finest albums

Aerosmith founding member and drummer Joey Kramer turns 74 today

Joey Kramer has been with Aerosmith since the band was formed and credited as naming the band. He has scored an impressive string of Rock hits over the years, making him one of the most influential Rock drummers in the scene. Today he turns 74

Marilyn Manson’s former Bass player Twiggy Ramirez turns 53 today

Twiggy Ramirez was responsible for most of the songwriting on Marilyn Manson’s hit albums “Antichrist Superstar”, “Mechanical Animals” and “Holy Wood”. The bass player, who was recently fired from Marilyn Manson, turns 53 today

Revisiting the heavier than heaven debut Nirvana album “Bleach”

Proudly recorded by $606.17, “Bleach” it’s perhaps the only legitimate Grunge album Nirvana did. Released on June 15, 1989 on Sub Pop, the record features a selection of Grunge songs that approaches the style used by some of their Seattle peers, such as The Melvins, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden or TAD, a slow, sludgy and heavy Grunge Rock with influences of Punk and 70’s Heavy Metal blend in together. We look back at this now historical Rock album

Celebrate the Pop icon Boy George anniversary with Top 10 Culture Club songs

One of Pop’s most controversial figures, the unique and iconic Boy George turns 63 today. With Culture Club he scored the biggest music hits of his career and we look back at it through a musical and visual journey with the Top 10 Culture Club songs

Boy George: A Pop Chameleon in Photos

Boy George emerged during the early 1980’s from the Post-Punk movement named New Romantic, through his music and looks he broke down barriers and destroyed prejudice. Take look back at his influential and inspiring career in photographs

The Milli Vanilli’s Rob Pilatus was born 59 years ago today

Rob Pilatus “sold” his soul to the devil when he agreed to serve as a public face to another singer, after a quick rise to international success he found an even more quick decline that contributed to his untimely death at age 32. He was born on this day in 1965

The Stone Temple Pilots drummer Eric Kretz turns 58 today

Eric Kretz is one of the most well known and discreet drummers in Rock. As a member of Stone Temple Pilots, he co-wrote songs such as the 1992 hit “Plush”. Today he turns 58

Actor Liam Neeson turns 72 today

Northern Ireland born actor Liam Neeson turns 72 today. He rose to prominence with his acclaimed starring role in Steven Spielberg’s 1993 Oscar winner “Schindler’s List”.

Dave Navarro turns 57 today

Dave Navarro is one of the first Alternative Rock guitar heroes, he has been a member of bands such as Jane’s Addiction and the Red Hot Chili Peppers but also collaborated with artists as diverse as P.Diddy, Michael Jackson, Nine Inch Nails and Alanis Morissette. We look back at his life and career

Remembering the legendary music genius Prince with his Top 20 songs

Prince Rogers Nelson was born 66 years ago, one of the absolute pop music genius of all times, he left behind a diverse and enormous body of work. We remember Prince with the list of his 20 best and most popular songs

“Sex and the City” premiered 26 years ago today

One of the most popular TV series over the last two decades, “Sex and the City”, created by Darren Star, always focused mainly on the romantic and sexual lives of Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda, but also on occasion touched subjects such as cancer, abuse and domestic violence

Five of the best Angelina Jolie film performances

The daughter of legendary actor Jon Voight, Angelina Jolie was able to build a name for herself as an actress and today, as she turns 49, here’s five of her top film performances

On his 94th 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 60-year plus career.

Pop music icon Kylie Minogue turns 56

The singer and actress Kylie Minogue started her career while still a teenager during the 1980’s, scoring No.1 hits with the penned Stock Aitken Waterman’s “I Should Be So Lucky” and “Got To Be Certain”. Today she turns 56

The Top 10 Morrissey songs

Controversial, influential and talented, with The Smiths, Morrissey defined the British Alternative Rock scene of the 1980’s with songs that remain timeless, but he has been leading a very successful and influential solo career of his own for over 30 years now. We list what we think are his 10 best songs to celebrate his 65th birthday

35 Amazing Naomi Campbell Photographs

The influential British supermodel turns 54, check 25 amazing photographs that certifies her influence in the fashion business over the last 30 plus years

Guess the Lyrics: Cher

The iconic Cher turns 78. 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!

On this day in 1990 Madonna “Vogue” to No.1 at the U.S Hot 100

One of Madonna’s most popular songs and a smash hit during the early 1990’s, “Vogue” reached No.1 in 30 countries, on this day in 1990, peaked to the top of the U.S Hot 100

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 88th anniversary of his birth

Top 12 Krist Novoselic’s Nirvana Songs

Nirvana revolutionized Alternative Rock during the early 90’s and while Cobain is still remembered as the engineer of Nirvana’s sound, Novoselic’s bass guitar also played an important part in Nirvana’s songs, giving it a solid and distinct beat. He celebrates 59 today.

The Top 5 Robert Zemeckis Movies

Robert Zemeckis is one of the movie directors that had the most impact during the 1980’s and 1990’s, directing movies that defined those decades. He celebrates 72 today

Looking back on how Adamski’s single “Killer” launched the very successful career of Seal in 1990

To look back at the 1990 song “Killer” is to look back at the very beginning of Seal’s successful career in music, despite being the British DJ and producer Adamski’s name that was promoted

Turbo B, the voice of Snap! turns 57 today

Turbo B rose to international success as the lead vocalist of German Techno/House band Snap! that scored memorable hits such as “The Power”. He was born on this day in 1967

Top 6 Uma Thurman movies

The Quentin Tarantino’s muse Uma Thurman turns 54 and we list six of her essential movies.

Five essential Michelle Pfeiffer movies

Michelle Pfeiffer came to prominence during the early 1980’s by starring in movies such as “Scarface” and “Ladyhawke”. She turns 66 today

The Top 10 Sonic Youth songs featuring Kim Gordon on vocals

The 10 best Sonic Youth songs featuring Kim Gordon as lead vocalist to mark the 71st anniversary of the influential Kim Gordon

Al Pacino’s 5 essential movies

Al Pacino rose to fame during the 1970’s when he appeared in the 1972 acclaimed movie “The Godfather” where he portrayed Michael Corleone. The legendary actor turns 84 today

Erasure’s singer Andy Bell turns 60 today

Andy Bell formed Erasure together with former Depeche Mode member Vince Clarke in 1985, and since then, the group has gained cult status among fans of Pop and Electronic Pop music due to hits such as “Sometimes”, “Give A Little Respect” or “Stop!” He was born on this day in 1964

Iggy Pop: The 9 Lives Of The Iguana

Iggy Pop is a survivor, a warrior of Rock music that we must be grateful for still being able to witness on his ongoing legendary career. Today he turns 77 and we look back at his life and career

The Cure’s Robert Smith turns 65 today

The Cure scored several hit songs throughout the 1980’s and 1990’s with their unique blend of Post Punk, Goth Rock and Pop music. They are still as relevant and popular today as they were back then. Robert Smith, co-founder and lead singer turns 65 today

On this day in 1992 The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert takes place in a crowded Wembley Stadium, featuring an all star line up

In 1992, a few months after Freddie Mercury’s untimely death caused by AIDS, Queen and a group of legendary artists and musicians including David Bowie, Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Elton John, George Michael, Roger Daltrey, Tony Iommi and Robert Plant among many others, gathered to pay tribute to the Queen legend in order to launch The Mercury Phoenix Trust, an AIDS charity organization

Revisiting the 1993 Aerosmith’s hit album “Get A Grip”, a timeless record

In 1993 Aerosmith released one of the greatest albums of their career, “Get A Grip”. Featuring a string of hit singles and music videos that blend the band’s Hard Rock sound together with Pop sensibilities and Alternative Rock, making them fit to belong to the 1990’s Rock scene. We revisit this timeless Rock classic by Aerosmith

The talented singer-songwriter Linda Perry turns 59

Linda Perry rose to fame during the 1990’s with the Alternative Rock anthem “What’s Up” unique songwriting talent, led her to write and produce songs for an impressive number of artists from many different genres including Pink, Courtney Love and even Enrique Iglesias

The Messenger Of The Electric Truth: 27 Quotes by Kurt Cobain

Kurt Cobain passed away 30 years ago today in 1994. We remember him through his words on 27 quotes, some inspirational, some revealing of who he was, taken from interviews, song lyrics, lose poems and live statements

Nirvana on Video: 1989-1994

Despite the short and meteoric career, Nirvana left their history well documented on film and video since the band was formed

Snap! peaks to No.1 with “The Power” in 1990

The House/Techno classic and one of the most memorable songs of the 90’s, “The Power” by Snap! peaked to No.1 on this day in 1990

We salute Angus Young on his 69th birthday with a Top 10 AC/DC songs

Angus Young is one of Rock’s biggest legends and has influenced and inspired generations of guitarists. He co.-founded AC/DC with his brother Malcolm Young in 1973, today he turns 69 and we celebrate his life and career with the Top 10 AC/DC songs

Celebrate Eric Clapton’s 79th 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.

The Prodigy get their first No.1 with the inflaming “Firestarter” in 1996

The Alternative Techno band The Prodigy set the charts on fire during the late 1990’s, starting with their worldwide hit, “Firestarter”

Stop! It’s MC Hammer’s birthday

“Stop! Hammertime” became one of the most popular and used expressions ever in Pop Culture, all credit goes to MC Hammer when he first used it on his smash hit “U Can’t Touch This”. The artist that brought Rap to the worldwide masses and had one of the quickest risings and falls in the music industry turns 61 today. We look back at his career

Celebrate the 76th birthday of legendary Steven Tyler with The Top 10 Aerosmith songs

An absolute icon of Rock music, the Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler was born on March 26, 1948, in New York, and formed Aerosmith in Boston during the early 1970’s. Check out the Top 10 Aerosmith songs

The best 20 Elton John songs

Controversial, talented and a world class entertainer, Elton John turns 77 years old, to celebrate it, look back at 20 of his very best songs, from his 70’s classics, to the shift into 80’s modern pop beats and throughout his return during the 1990’s and 21st century to the classic formula that first made him famous

Blur lead singer Damon Albarn turns 56 today

Blur were responsible for several 1990’s hit songs including “Girls & Boys”, Damon Albarn, founder, and lead singer turns 56 today

The iconic William Shatner turns 93

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

Alice In Chains founder and guitarist Jerry Cantrell turns 58 today

Jerry Cantrell founded Alice In Chains with the late Layne Staley in 1987. The band was one of the leaders in the Grunge Rock movement during the 1990’s, and despite Staley’s demise in 2002, Cantrell kept Alice In Chains alive and successful, we look back at his career

The Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan turns 57 today

Billy Corgan wrote some of the most significant Alternative Rock anthems of the 1990’s with The Smashing Pumpkins, but the size of his talent as often been compared to the size of his ego. Corgan was born on this day in 1967

Swedish 90’s hitmakers Ace Of Base climb to No.1 at the U.S Hot 100 in 1994 with “The Sign”

Sweden always been prodigal in presenting to the world Pop music hitmakers and 1993, another Swedish Pop act was getting ready to rule the charts worldwide, Ace Of Base with “The Sign”

Remembering Pantera’s founding member and drummer Vinnie Paul

A brief outlook on Vinnie Paul, that with Pantera became one of Metal’s most influential drummers

Pearl Jam original members Jeff Ament and Dave Krusen celebrate their birthdays today

Jeff Ament and Dave Krusen are part of the original Pearl Jam line up. Ament has been an influential figure on Seattle’s Rock scene since the 1980’s and Krusen played all the drum tracks for Pearl Jam’s debut “Ten”. They both celebrate their birthdays today

Influential Swedish rapper, singer and artist Neneh Cherry turns 60

Neneh Cherry rose to fame during the late 1980’s emerging as one of the most popular female rappers. She had a string of hits during the 1990’s and won several important awards. Today she turns 60

The influential and legendary John Cale turns 82 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 82

The Beverly Hills 90210 cast: Where are they now?

“Beverly Hills, 90210” premiered on October 4th 1990, and quickly became a worldwide hit

Absolutely Live! 10 Essential Live Rock Albums

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

Sinead O’Connor turns 56 today

She came to prominence during the early 90’s with the smash hit “Nothing Compares 2 U”, and she has one of the most distinctive voices in music. Today, the famous and controversial Irish singer turns 56

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

Remembering Robbie Coltrane

He will always be remembered as Harry Potter’s Hagrid, but the career of Robbie Coltrane, who passed away yesterday at age 72, was rich in countless memorable roles on film and TV for more than 40 years

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.

Stone Temple Pilots TV Performances 1993-1996

One of the best Stone Temple Pilots periods, remember Scott Weiland and the band at their peak in this cool video compilation that ranges from MTV performances to David Letterman.

Former Screaming Trees lead singer Mark Lanegan turns 57 today

Mark Lanegan came to prominence during the 1990’s as part of the Seattle Grunge scene as the singer for the Screaming Trees, today with a successful solo career he is one of the most acclaimed alternative music singer-songwriters, Lanegan turns 57 today

The 30 best and essential Grunge albums of all time picked by Pop Expresso

In the early 1990’s the Alternative Rock revolution took over the airwaves, with it’s epicenter in Seattle, Grunge became for many the last significant Rock movement spreading quickly around the planet. From Nirvana to TAD, we explore the 30 best and essential Grunge albums of all time

A leap of faith Revisiting “Quantum Leap” Sam Beckett’s adventures through time

“Quantum Leap” was originally aired between 1989 and 1993, fans are still waiting for it to be turn into a movie or even better, a reboot of the series, with some luck maybe with Scott Bakula and Dean Stockwell still playing their roles.

Looking Back At The Career Of Meat Loaf On His Birthday

He rose to fame during the 1970’s as an actor and musician, now at 74, Meat Loaf is still one of the most enduring and hard working artists in the showbiz

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 & Images From 1993

Check these 1993 fashion ads and images

Quiz: How well do you know Madonna?

It’s time to test your knowledge about Madonna’s life and career, find out if you’re the ultimate Queen of Pop fan!

The Prodigy Top 10 Songs

The Prodigy revolutionized Dance and Techno music and successfully brought an unique mix of Techno, Rock and Metal to the mainstream. Here’s 10 of the very best Prodigy songs

More Than Britpop: “Suede”

In the early 1990’s, British bands such as Blur, Elastica, Oasis or Pulp rose to a Rock music scene then dominated by American Grunge Rock. All those bands were able to distance themselves from the Grunge trend eventually developing what would be called Britpop. Suede were one of the bands, with a rougher edge to it, sharper guitars and vocals, they released their debut self titled album “Suede” in 1993

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

Looking back at The Cure’s “Mixed Up”

Revisiting The Cure’s first Remix compilation

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

Roxette’s Marie Fredriksson turns 61 today

Marie Fredriksson had a string of hit singles during the 1980’s and 1990’s with Roxette, she has led a successful career since 1984 only interrupted due to health problems. She was born on this day in 1958

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”

The Prodigy’s Keith Flint dead at 49

The fire has been extinguished for Keith Flint. The Prodigy singer and dancer was found dead this Monday at his home in Essex, England, age 49

Britpop Jarvis Cocker turns 56

Jarvis came to prominence during the 1990’s as one of the main figures in the Britpop movement as the lead singer of Pulp. Among the band’s hits is their signature song “Common People”

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

Madonna: The Absolute Queen Of Pop 60th Birthday

Madonna Louise Ciccone doesn’t needs introductions, the living legend who was born on August 16, 1958 turns an amazing 60th birthday today. We pay tribute to the absolute Queen of Pop with several special features on Pop Expresso including photo galleries, lists of her most defining songs, insights on some of her big hits and also Quizzes

The 10 Greatest Madonna Videos Of All Time

The incomparable Madonna’s 60th birthday is today. Today we celebrate the pop icon’s birthday, we’re taking a look at the 10 most memorable music videos.

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

BREAKING! Pantera’s founding member and drummer Vinnie Paul dead at 54

The Pantera drummer is dead at 54. The sad news were posted on the band’s official Facebook page today and no further details about his cause of death have been revealed yet

Pantera’s founding member and drummer Vinnie Paul turns 54 today

With Pantera, Vinnie Paul became one of Metal’s most influential drummers. He was born on this day in 1964

BREAKING! The Cranberries singer Dolores O’Riordan dead at 46

Dolores O’Riordan dies at 46. The news was confirmed by her publicist in a statement, but no cause of death has yet been announced.

Former Faith No More lead singer Chuck Mosley’s dead at 57

Before Mike Patton, Chuck Mosley was the voice for Faith No More, he recorded one of the band’s biggest hits, “We Care A Lot” and stayed with the band from 1984 to 1988 releasing the albums “We Care a Lot” and “Introduce Yourself”. Chuck Mosley passed away on November 9th at age 57