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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

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 81

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

Guitar Hero Joe Perry Turns 76 today

Looking back at the career of Aerosmith’s legendary founder, guitarist, Rock legend and “Toxic Twin” Joe Perry

Former Bananarama member and co-founder Siobhan Fahey turns 69

As a member of Bananarama, she scored several hit songs worldwide during the 1980’s including “Venus” and “I Heard a Rumour”

Former T’Pau lead singer Carol Decker turns 69 today

During the late 1980’s the British band T’Pau had several hits worldwide including “Heart and Soul” and “China in your Hand”

KISS comes “alive” on this day in 1975

“Alive!” set a new standard for live albums, that Kiss and music fans alike consider one of the greatest live albums of all time

The Doors officially close in 1972

On September 10th, 1972, The Doors officially close as a band, their last concert takes place at the Hollywood Bowl where 5 years before, in 1968, they reached the peak of their popularity with their late frontman Jim Morrison

“Your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man” turns 59 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

The Eurythmics co-founder Dave Stewart turns 74

Much more than just a musician, Dave Stewart who started as a struggling New Wave musician in the late 1970’s has built a successful career also as a songwriter and producer to several famous and popular artists for decades now

Elvis Presley makes his first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show

Elvis who had been refused before by Ed Sullivan, known already back then as not being too comfortable with the new Rock N’ Roll acts on his show makes his first appearance on September 9th, 1956

“(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”

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

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

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

Stevie Wonder’s “I Just Called to Say I Love You” hits No.1

On September 8th, 1984, 18 years after Wonder’s chart debut in 1966, Stevie Wonder had his first and only U.K No.1

Jackie Wilson’s “Reet Petite (The Sweetest Girl in Town)” was released on this day in 1957

Find out why this was the song that allowed Berry Gordy to start Motown

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

Marvin Gaye’s “Let’s Get It On” reaches No.1 on the Billboard Charts in 1973

Originally written with a religious theme by co-author Ed Townsend it turned into Marvin Gaye’s plea for sexual liberation

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

Remembering the legendary Buddy Holly

Celebrating the life of one of Rock’s most influential musicians on his 90th Birthday

David Bowie and Mick Jagger “Dancing in the Street” hits No. 1 in 1985

A legendary 80’s moment in music and Pop Culture, on September 7th, 1985, David Bowie and Mick Jagger’s duet of Motown’s Martha and the Vandellas 60’s hit “Dancing in the Street” goes No. 1

The Pretenders’ Chrissie Hynde turns 75 today

The once 1960’s “flower child” life changed after Chrissie Hynde moved from her native Akron, Ohio to London, England during the early 1970’s, forming one of the most successful British New Wave bands ever, The Pretenders

ABBA goes No.1 again with “Dancing Queen”

On September 7, 1976, Scandinavian 70’s Pop sensation ABBA hits No. 1 in the charts over a dozen countries with the Disco classic “Dancing Queen”

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

Disco Diva Gloria Gaynor turns 79

With her signature song “I Will Survive” perhaps is fair to say Gloria Gaynor owes her place in music history to the Disco revolution of the late 1970’s, but her career had already a rich history prior to that

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

Rod Stewart sails to No. 1 in 1975 with “Sailing”

Originally recorded by The Sutherland Brothers in 1972, “Sailing” became one of Rod Stewart’s signature songs and a major hit

With “Venus” Bananarama finally “got it” in 1986

“Venus,” a cover of the 1970 song by Dutch band Shocking Blue, became, Bananarama’s signature song and was a worldwide hit in 1986

A-ha guitarist and founder Paul Waaktaar turns 65

He remains mostly known as the founder and lead guitarist for the Norwegian 1980’s popular band A-ha who scored smash hits such as “Take on Me”

Remembering Dolores O’Riordan

We look back at the career of The Cranberries charismatic lead singer born 54 years ago today

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

Genius musician and Pink Floyd founder Roger Waters turns 83

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

The Cardigans singer Nina Persson turns 52

Swedish band The Cardigans scored several hits during the 1990’s including the memorable “Lovefool,” today singer and lyricist Nina Persson turns 52

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”

Larger Than Life

Party animal and animal lover, talented musician and artist, composer and performer, generous friend and passionate lover, Freddie Mercury embodied the Rock N’ Roll mythical excess during his life

Man On the Prowl

In the mid 80’s Freddie Mercury pursued his solo career while keeping Queen active at the same time. Due to the proximity to Queen’s sound of that era, a lot of his solo songs from that period are often mistaken as being by Queen

The Top 10 Greatest Queen Live Performances

Queen always were stage masters, Freddie Mercury unique ability to communicate with massive audiences, was a talent like no other singer showed before him and hardly still have done. No matter what their mood was, on stage Queen gave every bit of themselves to satisfy their large record-breaking audiences around the world

Freddie Mercury 80th Anniversary Special

To celebrate the life of an absolute icon Pop Expresso put together 12 features on Freddie Mercury and Queen

The Soundgarden co-founder and guitarist Kim Thayil turns 66

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 56

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

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 Sex Pistols Debut on TV

The Sex Pistols TV debut happened on the Manchester TV Show “So It Goes,” it was taped on August 28th, but wasn’t until September 4th that was broadcast

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

In 1976 Bee Gees went No.1 with “You Should Be Dancing”

On September 4, 1976, Bee Gees claim their throne as kings of the Disco sound

Al Jardine, the guitarist and co-founder of the Beach Boys celebrates 84 today

Jardine contributed to the band’s success both as a guitarist and a vocalist, often singing lead on some of their hits, including “Help Me, Rhonda,” which became a number-one single in 1965

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.

Sex Pistol Steve Jones turns 71 today

One of Punk’s biggest icons, from stealing David Bowie’s equipment to becoming one of Rock’s most influential guitarists, we look back at Jones life

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

“Music” goes number 1 in the U.K on this day in 2000

It was first released on August 18th, 2 days after her 42nd birthday. The song remains one of Madonna’s biggest hits

The “Queen of Latin Pop” Gloria Estefan celebrates 69 today

Born in Havana, Cuba in 1957, Gloria Estefan has sold over 100 million records worldwide and won seven Grammy Awards throughout an extraordinary career that helped bridge Latin and mainstream music, earning her international acclaim

The Queen of Rock Tina Turner successfully revives her career at 44 with “What’s Love Got to Do with It” in 1984

Determined to grab back her once popular and influential presence in music, Tina Turner made it to No.1 with what is now one of her signature songs and the best-selling album “Private Dancer”

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 80 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”

The Scorpions founder and guitarist Rudolf Schenker turns 78 today

Probably the most successful German band ever, Scorpions have built their own foundation in the Heavy Metal and Hard Rock history

The Rolling Stones “Goats Head Soup”: From Wild to Mild

Considered by many as the last of the great Rolling Stones albums, “Goats Head Soup” was released on August 31 in 1973 and featured absolute classics such as “Angie”

Happy Birthday to Legendary Rocker Van Morrison

Looking back at the life of the influential musician and former Them member that had a string of hits such as “Gloria” and “Brown Eyed Girl,” featuring a 1965 Them performance in France

Debbie Gibson Out of the Blue

Mostly remembered for her 80’s smash bubblegum pop hits, Debbie Gibson turns 56 today

Legendary Radio DJ John Peel was born 87 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

The 1960’s and 1970’s Rock legend Steve Winwood scores his first US Hot 100 No. 1 with “Higher Love” in 1986

During the 1980’s Winwood was trying to solidify his solid solo career, and was doing so by going into a Pop music direction

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.

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

Michael Jackson 68th Anniversary Special

6 Special Features including new articles and quizzes to mark The King of Pop 68th Anniversary. Check them out!

In 1987 Los Lobos brings back “La Bamba” in their energized version to the top of the charts

The Los Lobos version of this Rock N’ Roll classic by Ritchie Valens was featured in the 1987 biopic of the late legend and earned them worldwide popularity

Scottish act Aneka tops the charts with “Japanese Boy” in 1981

A major hit across Europe, “Japanese Boy” by Aneka failed to chart in Japan because the songwriters ignored a very important detail

Michael Jackson’s Best Selling Solo Albums

As part of a Michael Jackson special to celebrate his 68th birthday, we take a quick overview at his top 3 most successful albums.

Which Michael Jackson are you?

Which era of The King of Pop fits best to your personality? Find out now!

The British singer and actress Kim Appleby celebrates 65 today

In the mid-1980s, Kim Appleby rose to fame as one half of the pop duo Mel & Kim, alongside her sister Melanie. The duo was known for their infectious dance-pop tracks and catchy melodies including the hits “Showing Out (Get Fresh at the Weekend),” and “Respectable”

Canadian singer Shania Twain turns 61

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”

German group Culture Beat tops the world charts in 1993 with their techno/euro-dance hit “Mr. Vain”

A smash hit and one of the most memorable songs of the 1990’s, Culture Beat’s “Mr. Vain” remains also one of the most successful euro-dance hits of all time

“No more pencils, no more books, no more teachers’ dirty looks” Alice Cooper scores their first major hit with the rebellious “School’s Out” in 1972

Due to its lyrical content, at the time, some radio stations banned Alice Cooper’s “School’s Out” from their airwaves, but despite that, it still climbed its way into the charts

In 1988 George Michael tops the Hot 100 for the sixth time with “Monkey”

The former Wham! George Michael had a string of solo hit singles during the 1980’s, specially from his 1987 debut solo album “Faith” that is only comparable to Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston

Revisiting “Ten,” the timeless debut of Pearl Jam turns 35

“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

The Sex Pistols co-founder and original bassist Glen Matlock turns 70

Glen Matlock originally co-founded the Sex Pistols, played bass and co-wrote most of their material, though his replacement Sid Vicious end up being the iconic face and brand of the Sex Pistols

Seal tops the charts worldwide with his No.1 ballad “Kiss from a Rose” in 1995

“Kiss From a Rose” included on the “Batman Forever” soundtrack was originally written by Seal years before its release and the singer-songwriter thought very little of it

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

Dolly Parton 1946-2026

The legendary Dolly Parton passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80 in Nashville, Tennessee. Her nephew, Brian Seaver, confirmed her passing in a moving video tribute, sharing that she was surrounded by loved ones. The news follows a period of quiet health struggles that had recently forced the singer to postpone her highly anticipated Las Vegas residency.

“The Demon” Gene Simmons turns 77

With his signature face paint, flamboyant stage presence, and keen business acumen, Simmons has become one of the most recognizable figures in rock music and popular culture. As a founder and member of KISS, Gene Simmons has composed, played bass and done lead vocals in some of the band’s best-known hits including “Deuce” and “Rock and Roll All Nite”

The Metal God Rob Halford turns 75

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

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

The Sepultura guitarist Andreas Kisser celebrates 58 today

With his powerful guitar riffs, technical skill, and creative songwriting, Kisser has played a crucial role in shaping the sound and success of the Brazilian band Sepultura, one of the most iconic metal bands to emerge from South America

Electronic music genius Jean-Michel Jarre turns 78

A pioneer in the electronic, ambient and new-age music, the French composer and musician Jean-Michel Jarre has been breaking world records since the 1970’s

In 1985 “The Power of Love” gives Huey Lewis and the News first Hot 100 Nº1

The iconic song “Power of Love” by Huey Lewis and the News was written for the popular blockbuster 1985 movie “Back to the Future,” it became so popular it gave the band their first Hot 100 Nº1

In 1980 David Bowie wraps up the seventies with “Ashes to Ashes”

“Ashes To Ashes” the lead single from “Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps)” peaked to No.1 in the U.K but flopped in the U.S, according to David Bowie, the song was his way to “wrapping up the seventies”

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

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 Beatles Last Photo Session

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

Revisiting Led Zeppelin’s “In Through The Out Door”

Revisiting the final studio album by Led Zeppelin that was smashed by critics at the time, despite being a best seller

Madonna scores another No.1 in 1987 with “Who’s That Girl”

“Who’s That Girl” was featured in the soundtrack of the movie “Who’s That Girl” starring the singer

Tears For Fears’ Roland Orzabal turns 65

Roland Orzabal co-founded Tears for Fears, the 1980’s synth pop duo that had several hits including “Shout” and “Everybody Wants to Rule the World”

The Bangles drummer Debbi Peterson turns 65

Debbi Peterson became popular as the drummer for The Bangles and additionally she also sang lead vocals on two of the band’s released singles

The Lebanese American musician, singer, songwriter, and activist Serj Tankian celebrates 59 today

As the lead vocalist and lyricist for the Grammy-winning metal band System of a Down and as a solo artist, Tankian has become an influential figure in both the music industry and the global fight for social justice

Liam Howlett, the musical mastermind behind The Prodigy, celebrates 55

With a career that has spanned over three decades, Howlett has been instrumental in shaping the sound of electronic dance music, particularly the big beat genre that emerged in the 1990s

Remembering Kenny Rogers

Born on this day in 1938, for more than 6 decades Kenny Rogers charted the impressive number of more than 120 hit singles of various music genres across the world with songs such as “The Gambler” and “Islands in the Stream”

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

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 Plant, The Golden God 78th Anniversary Special

Robert Plant, the self-acclaimed Golden God, is one of Rock’s most influential singers and figures ever, with an enduring following that impacts multiple generations of music fans

Remembering Phil Lynott

The Thin Lizzy frontman’s distinctive voice, poetic lyrics, and dynamic stage presence made him one of the most iconic figures in rock music during the 1970s and 1980s. He was born 77 years ago today

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

Remembering Johnny Nash

Nash’s biggest success came in 1972 with the release of “I Can See Clearly Now,” a reggae-influenced pop song that topped the charts

Remembering the influential drummer Ginger Baker

The former Cream and Blind Faith member is often regarded as Rock’s first drummer superstar; he was born on this day in 1939. Look back at his influential and musically rich career

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 75 years ago today in 1951

Deep Purple’s eternal lead singer Ian Gillian turns 81

It’s a fact, that Ian Gillian will always be regarded as Deep Purple’s eternal lead singer, despite not being a founding member of the band and being replaced twice. But that, doesn’t change that Deep Purple’s most successful and memorable period, was during the years Gillian fronted the band. Between 1970 until his first departure from Deep Purple in 1973, the band reached the pinnacle of their success with a string of four hit albums that remain absolute Hard Rock classics

Europe’s lead singer Joey Tempest turns 63

The Swedish band Europe frontman Joey Tempest composed and sung one of the most popular songs of all time: “The Final Countdown,” a pastiche of Heavy Metal and Synth Pop with a catchy riff, became one of the most iconic rock anthems of the 1980s and topped the sales chart in 26 countries

The Mudhoney drummer Dan Peters celebrates 59 today

Peters had a lasting impact on the Seattle music scene, particularly during the rise of grunge in the late 1980s and early 1990s. With an extensive and influential body of work with Mudhoney, he was also part of Bundle of Hiss and briefly joined Nirvana in 1990, recording the band’s song “Sliver.”

Pop singer and songwriter Mika turns 43

Since the release of his debut album “Life in Cartoon Motion” in 2007, Lebanese-born singer and songwriter Mika has been praised by the critics as one of the best contemporary Pop music artists

“Careless Whisper,” the debut solo single of George Michael climbs the charts in 1984

How did George Michael felt about his debut solo single “Careless Whisper”, one of the 1980’s absolute Pop classics, that peaked to No.1 on August 18, 1984

1980’s Pop sensation Belinda Carlisle turns 68

Belinda Carlisle scored huge worldwide hits with songs such as “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” during the 1980’s. The former lead singer of the Go-Go’s turns 67 today, leaving behind a well-hidden life of excess in exchange of spiritual peace

Bon Jovi’s Finest Hour “Slippery When Wet”

To be put in perspective, Rock music in the 1980’s suffered a commercial mutation of the industry had got used to during the 60’s and 70’s, the 80’s were a decade where the flashier the better was the trend to follow, and music in general followed that rule.

Top 10 2000’s and 2010’s Defining Madonna songs

Madonna’s last two decades of music might not have produced a string of iconic hit songs such as it did during the 1980’s and the 1990’s, but despite that, she remains on the top of the game as the indisputable Queen of Pop

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

Top 10 1980’s Defining Madonna songs

During the 1980’s, together with Michael Jackson and Prince, Madonna ruled the music charts worldwide. Hit after hit, she paved an unique way that remains memorable and influential

Madonna: The Reinvention Queen – The 2000’s and 2010’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 2000 and 2018 on this gallery, get inspired by the absolute Queen of Pop

Madonna: The Absolute Queen of Pop 68th Birthday

Madonna Louise Ciccone doesn’t need introductions, the living legend who was born on August 16, 1958, turns an amazing 68th 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 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

Former lead singer of The Undertones and a 1980’s one hit wonder Feargal Sharkey turns 68

In 1985, former lead singer of The Undertones Feargal Sharkey topped the charts with “A Good Heart,” in 1991 he abandoned his career to work in the business side of the music industry

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”

The Culture Club guitarist and co-founder Roy Hay celebrates 65

Hay’s guitar work and keyboard skills were integral to the band’s sound, which blended pop, rock, reggae, and soul and scored several hits during the 1980s including “Karma Chameleon” and “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me?”

The singer-songwriter Tanita Tikaram turns 57

In 1988 at age 19 Tanita Tikaram scored two major hit singles with “Twist in My Sobriety” and “Good Tradition” from her debut album “Ancient Heart.” She’d never repeat the same success again but remains an active musician and singer

Influential experimental jazz guitarist Pat Metheny turns 72

The acclaimed Pat Metheny, who in 1985 collaborated with David Bowie in the hit song “This Is Not America,” has won 20 Grammy Awards, being the only person ever to win that desirable music award in 10 different categories

Mark Knopfler turns 77: Look back at 10 of the best Dire Straits songs

By releasing albums such as “Brothers in Arms” and hit singles Dire Straits, co-founded and fronted by Mark Knopfler sold in excess of 120 million records worldwide

Remembering the singer-songwriter Eric Carmen

Eric Carmen’s solo career took off with the release of his self-titled debut album in 1975. The album featured the hit single “All by Myself,” a power ballad that Carmen composed based on a theme from Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2. The song became a massive hit, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100

Ray Parker Jr. hits No.1 in 1984 with “Ghostbusters,” the theme song from the Ivan Reitman blockbuster

Despite “Ghostbusters” remaining one of the 1980’s biggest worldwide hits and defining songs, it was wrapped in plagiarism controversy

Remembering The Ronettes’ Ronnie Spector

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. She was born 83 years ago today

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

The last concert of Queen with Freddie Mercury

Witnessed by 120.000 people, Queen’s Magic Tour final date took place on August 9, 1986, at Knebworth Park, and it became Freddie Mercury’s final performance with the band

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

The legendary Whitney Houston was born 63 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 63rd birthday

U2’s The Edge turns 65

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 68: 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

In 1983 Dexy’s Midnight Runners top the charts with “Come on Eileen”

Dexy’s Midnight Runners’ “Come on Ellen” peaked to No.1 both in the UK and U.S charts, and is now regarded as a 1980’s absolute classic, but contrary to what it seems, Eileen was not about a girl

Elton John and Kiki Dee top the charts in August 1976 with their Motown tribute “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart”

Despite an already very successful career, it wasn’t up until 1976 that Elton got his first UK No. 1, but in the U.S was his sixth, peaking to the top of the Hot 100 on August 7 of that year

Yazz and the Plastic Population goes No. 1 across Europe in 1988 with their House music version of “The Only Way is Up”

“The Only Way is Up” hit the top of the U.K charts on August 6, 1988, where it remained for five weeks, but contrary to what many think, it wasn’t originally performed or released by Yazz

In 1974 the Eurovision Song Contest winning song “Waterloo” skyrocketed ABBA to international stardom

“Waterloo” by ABBA, remains the biggest international hit that came out from the Eurovision Song Contest, and in 1974 skyrocketed ABBA to international stardom

Remembering Jennifer Finch

Jennifer Finch, the influential bassist, songwriter, photographer and visual artist best known for her work with pioneering grunge band L7 was born on this day in 1966

Pat Smear turns 67: 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

The Rolling Stones get their last U.S No.1 in 1978 with the Disco influenced “Miss You”

Featured on their album “Some Girls” and credited to Jagger-Richards, the actual songwriting of the Stones Rock-Disco hit “Miss You” has been the subject of a long dispute between some members of the band

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

10 of the best Sepultura songs with Max Cavalera

To celebrate the 57th birthday of Sepultura co-founder and former frontman Max Cavalera, here’s 10 of their very best songs featuring Max on lead vocals

Billboard debut the Hot 100 chart on this day in 1958

Find out which artist and song was the first Billboard Hot 100 No.1 and some of the songs that have stayed the longest period on the main world reference music chart

The Troggs get their only U.K No.1 with “With A Girl Like You” in August 1966

Despite The Troggs’ previous single “Wild Thing” being an international hit and a No.1 in the U.S, this song was the only No.1 for the British Garage Rock band

The Top 20 Metallica Songs on James Hetfield 63rd Birthday

One of the most influential bands of the last 50 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 63 and we look back at his life, career and Metallica’s Top 20 Songs

Remembering Tony Bennett

Born 99 years ago today, he was one of the last surviving living legends of the golden crooning and jazz era and never thought of retiring, He continued as prolific as ever and also outspoken until the day he died.

In 1985 Madonna peaks to No.1 in the UK for the first time with “Into The Groove”

Released on July 23, 1985, “Into the Groove” remains one of Madonna’s most popular and memorable songs, and a 1980’s dance anthem

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

Alternative Rock producer and Garbage member Butch Vig turns 71

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 71

Peter Cetera peaks to No.1 with “The Karate Kid II” theme song “Glory of Love” on this day in 1986

Initially composed to be featured on “Rocky IV,” “Glory of Love” end up being former Chicago lead singer Peter Cetera most memorable solo hit. On August 2, 1986, it peaked to No.1

Remembering Coolio on his birthday

Coolio’s most significant success came with his second album, “Gangsta’s Paradise,” released in 1995. The title track, featuring singer L.V., became a global sensation, topping charts worldwide and earning Coolio a Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance

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

Def Leppard frontman Joe Elliott turns 67 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

In 1967 Mick Jagger and Keith Richards are released from prison after serving one month of a longer sentence for drug charges

The 1967 drug bust that rocked the Rolling Stones remains a landmark event in the history of rock music, illustrating the tension between cultural change and conservative values

Norman Cook aka Fatboy Slim turns 63 today

In the mid-1990s, Cook adopted the moniker Fatboy Slim and his 1998 album, “You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby,” catapulted him to international fame, featuring hit singles like “The Rockafeller Skank,” “Praise You,” and “Right Here, Right Now”

The unique Kate Bush turns 68

The unique British singer Kate Bush is one of the most unique and recognizable voices over the last 50 years

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 85

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

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. On July 29, 1967, it became their first No.1

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

The Free and Bad Company drummer Simon Kirke celebrates 77 today

As a founding member of both Free and Bad Company, Simon Kirke has played a crucial role in shaping the sound of classic rock, providing the backbone for some of the most enduring songs in rock history

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

In 1957 Jerry “The Killer” Lee Lewis appears on TV for the first time at The Steve Allen Show

After being rejected by The Ed Sullivan Show, the wild Rocker was finally invited to appear on TV, it happened on July 28, 1957, at The Steve Allen Show where he played “Whole Lot of Shakin’ Going On”

Yell! ft Daniel James returns with Feel-Good Summer Anthem “Hands Up”

Following a successful run of spring performances across the UK, Daniel James has headed back into the studio with the newly reformed Yell! ft Daniel James to record a brand-new summer banger co-write with production team W*A*R*D. Their latest single, “Hands Up,” is an infectious guitar-driven feel-good anthem packed with energy, positivity and singalong hooks. From the very first beat, it’s impossible to stand still, and if the accompanying video is anything to go by, everyone will have their hands in the air.

90’s Alternative Rock Star Juliana Hatfield turns 59

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

In 1986 Europe’s Eastern Bloc lift the Iron Curtain to welcome Queen in Budapest

On July 27, 1986, Queen became the first western act since Louis Armstrong in 1964 to perform in Eastern Europe in what was perhaps the most important concert of their Magic Tour

Eurythmics peak to No.1 in 1985 with their Gospel inspired song “There Must Be an Angel (Playing with My Heart)”

Despite the string of hit singles that Eurythmics had throughout the 1980’s, “There Must Be an Angel (Playing with My Heart)” was their only UK No.1 and marked a turning point on their career

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

Paul Young gets his first and last Hot 100 No.1 in 1985 with “Every Time You Go Away”

“Every Time You Go Away” remains Paul Young’s most memorable song, but actually, it was originally recorded by a very famous American duo in 1980

In July 1987 Peter Gabriel peaks to No.1 at the US Hot 100 with “Sledgehammer”

The former Genesis frontman already had scored a hit with “Games Without Frontiers” and with “Sledgehammer” solidified his solo career during the 1980’s

Match The Rolling Stones lyric!

Take this special guess the lyric Rolling Stones quiz and find out how much of a fan are you!

A Stone Alone: The Top 10 Mick Jagger Songs

Mick Jagger’s solo career first started during the late 1960’s, but it wasn’t until the 1980’s that Jagger gave a seriously thought on recording a whole solo album. We look back at his Top 10 solo songs

83 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 1969 Seattle Pop Festival: The unexpected crossover between the late 1960’s Psychedelic and Acid Rock scene with the upcoming 1970’s Hard Rock

It’s a music history fact that the 1960’s were prodigal in open air Rock and Pop festivals, one that is often forgotten was the 1969 Seattle Pop Festival. For $15 only you could watch a stunning parade of legendary acts all on the same three-day bill including The Doors, Led Zeppelin, Alice Cooper and Santana among many others

“(They Long to Be) Close to You” gave the Carpenters their first No.1 in 1970

Originally recorded by artists such as Dionne Warwick “(They Long to Be) Close to You” by the Carpenters peaked to No.1 on July 25, 1970

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

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 68

Cradle Of Filth’s vocalist and founder Dani Filth turns 53

With Cradle of Filth, who enjoyed a huge wave of popularity during the 1990’s with their Goth Metal sound, Dani Filth, that turns 52 today, became one of Metal’s most popular vocalists

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

Slash turns 61: 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 61

The Depeche Mode maestro Martin Gore celebrates 65 today

Under Gore’s creative leadership, Depeche Mode evolved from their synth-pop roots to a darker, more complex sound. Albums like “A Broken Frame” and “Construction Time Again” showcased Gore’s burgeoning songwriting prowess

Remembering Rick Davies

During the mid 1970’s with the increasing popularity of Prog Rock, Supertramp became one of the most popular Prog Rock bands

The guitarist Jim Martin celebrates 65 today

In 1983, Martin joined Faith No More, and his powerful guitar riffs and distinctive sound played a crucial role in defining the band’s style despite parting ways in 1993

The day the Sex Pistols tricked the BBC when they performed “Pretty Vacant” at the Top of the Pops

Despite the protests, the Sex Pistols first appearance on the popular BBC chart show took place on July 21, 1977, where they lip-synced “Pretty Vacant” emphasizing the last syllable…

Guns N’ Roses debut “Appetite for Destruction” – A collection of outstanding and enduring Rock hits

The influential and outstanding, Guns N’ Roses debut “Appetite for Destruction” released in 1987, marked a new era for Rock music, featuring a collection of outstanding and enduring Rock hits

Cat Stevens turns 78

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 78 today

Revisiting “Santana,” the 1969 debut album of the San Francisco band Santana

“Santana” it’s one of the best debut albums of all time, in a unique way makes you almost forget it’s a studio made. But it wasn’t necessarily blessed by the critics when it was first released. We look back at this historical Rock album

Kim Carnes turns 81 today

Kim Carnes gave memorable vocals to the 1981 hit “Bette Davis Eyes” and later also to the U.S.A For Africa “We Are the World.” She has led a successful singer-songwriter career since the 1960’s that still keeps going strong

Remembering Chris Cornell: The Top 10 Soundgarden Songs

Chris Cornell, one of the chief architects of the 1990’s Grunge movement was born 62 years ago today, we remember his voice and his music on this Top 10 Soundgarden Songs

The legendary Carlos Santana turns 79

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 79

Pearl Jam co-founder and guitarist Stone Gossard turns 60

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 60 today

The Sex Pistols drummer Paul Cook turns 71

Paul Cook, the drummer and co-founder of the Punk legends Sex Pistols also moved into different directions far from Punk throughout his career. Read more to know how far

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

Today the legendary Brian May turns 79, look back at The Top 10 Greatest Queen Live Performances during the Freddie Mercury era

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

In 1986 Genesis get their first and only U.S No.1 with Pop hit “Invisible Touch”

“Invisible Touch” introduced the band to a younger audience through its characteristic 1980’s Pop beat, it became one of the band’s most popular songs, however, without the same praise as their 1970’s Prog Rock material

Sun Records released Elvis Presley’s first single “That’s All Right” on this day in 1954

Written and originally performed by blues singer Arthur Crudup in 1946 as “That’s All Right, Mama,” “That’s All Right” became Elvis Presley’s first single. It was released by Sun Records on July 19, 1954

Jack Irons, the original drummer and co-founder of the Red Hot Chili Peppers celebrates 64 today

Irons’ professional career began in the late 1970s when he co-founded the influential alternative rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers alongside his high school friends Michael “Flea” Balzary and Hillel Slovak and later was also the drummer for Pearl Jam during the mid to late 1990’s

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 38 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

The original Shock Rocker “Screamin’ Jay” Hawkins

Look back at the career and legacy of the original Shock Rocker “Screamin’ Jay” Hawkins today that marks his 96th birthday

Motown legend Martha Reeves turns 86 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 86

Remembering Glenn Hughes, the original “Leatherman”

With the Village People Glenn Hughes scored several disco hits mainly during the late 1970’s including “YMCA,” “Macho Man” and “In the Navy” and became an icon for the Disco era as well as for the LGBT community

Remembering the King of Ska and Rocksteady Desmond Dekker

His international breakthrough came in 1969 with the release of “Israelites.” This track reached the top of the charts in the UK and made the top ten in the United States, making Dekker one of the first Jamaican artists to achieve significant global success

The singer-songwriter Linda Ronstadt celebrates 80 today

With a career spanning over five decades, Linda Ronstadt has sold over 100 million records worldwide and earned numerous awards, including 11 Grammy Awards, three American Music Awards, and an Emmy Award

1980’s Danish sex symbol Brigitte “Amazon” Nielsen turns 63

For better or worse, Brigitte Nielsen’s image still sells and movies where she starred, such as “Red Sonja” and “Cobra” are now absolute cult classics. Today she turns 63, look back at her controversial life and career

The Top 5 New York Dolls to celebrate the life of Punk icon Johnny Thunders

Look back at the Top 5 New York Dolls songs to celebrate Johnny Thunders birthday and his influence in music

Remembering the actor and musician Harry Dean Stanton

Stanton’s career took off in the 1970s and 1980s as he became known for his memorable supporting roles in a wide range of films and in 1984, Stanton landed a rare leading role in Wim Wenders’ “Paris, Texas,” playing Travis Henderson, a man trying to reconnect with his estranged family

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 1986 Madonna peaks to No.1 once again with her hit song “Papa Don’t Preach”

The controversial lyrical subject of “Papa Don’t Preach” caused Madonna’s first conflict with the Vatican, as it dealt with teenage pregnancy and abortion. It remains one of the 1980’s absolute classics and an all-time fan favorite

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 84 today, scored several hit songs between 1965 and 1970. Look back at the influential California band Top 10 songs

The spectacular Live Aid took place on this day in 1985

Held on July 13, 1985, at simultaneously at Wembley Stadium in London, England and at the John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, U.S. Live Aid featured a never-before-seen parade of Pop and Rock artists including Queen, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Madonna, Wham! Elton John, Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, David Bowie and Bob Dylan among many others

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

In 1985, Duran Duran peak to No.1 with their James Bond theme “A View To A Kill”

“A View to a Kill” remains the only James Bond theme song to have reached number 1 on the Hot 100, it provided Duran Duran with one of their biggest hits

Revisiting “Queen I” -A Killer Queen

Revisit and explore Queen’s debut “Queen I,” one of Rock and Metal’s most important and influential albums, released on this day in 1973

The “Charlie Angel” Cheryl Ladd celebrates 75 today

Cheryl Ladd’s big break came in 1977 when she was cast as Kris Munroe in the hit television series “Charlie’s Angels”

Remembering the singer Mel Appleby from the 1980’s British duo Mel and Kim

Produced by the hit team Stock Aitken Waterman, Mel and Kim’s debut single, “Showing Out (Get Fresh at the Weekend),” released in 1986, quickly climbed the charts, reaching the top 10 in the UK and several other countries

The singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega celebrates 67 today

With a career spanning over four decades, Vega continues to be a vital and relevant voice in the music industry, and her memorable song “Luka,” about child abuse told from the perspective of a young boy, that received widespread acclaim and charted internationally, continues as relevant today as it was when first released in 1987

The Bauhaus voice and Godfather of Goth Rock Peter Murphy celebrates 69 today

Bauhaus quickly gained a following for their dark, atmospheric sound and Murphy’s distinctive baritone voice and theatrical stage presence. The band’s debut single, “Bela Lugosi’s Dead,” released in 1979, became a landmark in the goth rock genre and is often cited as the first gothic rock record

In 1987 Heart scores the biggest hit of their career with “Alone”

As most of the 1970’s Hard Rock bands, Heart made a transition into the 1980’s adopting all kinds of synthesizers, and with “Alone” they scored the biggest hit of their career

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 67 and we look back at 10 of his very best songs with Bon Jovi

Remembering the iconic pioneering heavy metal singer and songwriter Ronnie James Dio

Dio’s legacy remains defined by his exceptional vocal range, distinctive singing style, and his ability to infuse his music with a sense of epic storytelling

The Pet Shop Boys voice Neil Tennant celebrates 72 today

With a career spanning over four decades, Neil Tennant’s innovative approach to songwriting and production, coupled with his distinctive voice, has earned him a place among the most influential figures in contemporary music

Bonnie Tyler 1951-2026

Bonnie Tyler’s family and team announced that they “are heartbroken to announce that Bonnie unexpectedly passed away” Wednesday night in a hospital in Portugal “as a result of the illness that she was being treated for.” Tyler’s unexpected death comes after she needed emergency surgery and was hospitalized in Portugal since April after being misdiagnosed earlier in the U.K. She arrived at Portugal in late April, where for decades she used to spend part of the year in her house in Algarve. After realizing she was still unwell she visited a doctor in Portugal, which immediately sent her to the hospital due to the seriousness of her condition. At the hospital she had emergency surgery and doctors put her into a medically induced coma to help with her recovery. After rumors that she was finally recovering, Tyler passed away unexpectedly while still hospitalized on the evening of July 8th at age 75.

The Top 10 Most Popular Hole songs

The Grunge Queen Courtney Love was born on this day in 1964 and to celebrate her 62nd birthday look back at the Top 10 most popular Hole songs

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

For the first and last time, The Police scores a No.1 at the US Hot 100 with their hit “Every Breath You Take” in 1983

First released in 1983, The Police’s “Every Breath You Take” remains so popular today that in 2010 was estimated to generate between a quarter and a third of Sting’s music publishing income

Soft Cell singer Marc Almond turns 69

Marc Almond might still be best remembered for Soft Cell’s smash hit “Tainted Love” in 1981, but the singer has had a fulfilling and creative solo career since 1984, releasing until now 26 albums. He turns 69 today

On July 9, 1955 Bill Haley & His Comets peaked to No.1 on the US singles chart with Rock N’ Roll classic “Rock Around the Clock”

Despite its cultural influence “Rock Around the Clock,” the song bears a very close similarity to several songs written years before, learn which ones and also more about the background of this Rock classic

The Scottish singer Jim Kerr turns 67 today

The Scottish singer Jim Kerr, voice of the Simple Minds who scored 1980’s hit songs such as “Don’t You Forget About Me” and “Alive and Kicking”. turns 67 today

The Top 10 Best AC/DC songs with Bon Scott

Bon Scott lived fast, died young, and we are not sure if he left a good-looking corpse, but he did leave an enormous legacy to music. We look back at his time in AC/DC with the Top 10 Best AC/DC songs with Bon Scott

In 1987, the 17-year-old Glenn Medeiros peaks to No.1 on charts worldwide with the Pop ballad “Nothing’s Gonna Change My Love for You”

The young singer recorded the most memorable version of the George Benson’s song topping the charts in several countries, including the UK on July 9, 1987

Beck celebrates 56 today

Beck’s breakout moment came with the release of the single “Loser” in 1993 that became an unexpected hit and quickly propelled him into the spotlight gaining attention for his innovative and lo-fi recordings, which combined elements of folk, rock, hip-hop, and electronic music

Donny Osmond peaks to No.1 in 1972 with “Puppy Love”

Originally written by Paul Anka in 1960 for Annette Funicello, “Puppy Love” was revived by Donny Osmond twelve years later in 1972. Learn how popular the young Osmond version became

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 65 years ago.

Singer Joan Osborne turns 64 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

Ringo Starr is 86 today and we look back at the 11 Beatles songs where he sung lead

The Beatle Ringo turns 86 today and always had one song reserved for him on every Beatles album. These are all the 11 songs ordered by popularity and endurance

The day Led Zeppelin played their final concert together

On July 7, 1980, Berlin, Germany saw the final act of the gigantic 1970’s band. Led Zeppelin played for the very last time together just a few months before drummer John Bonham died

Clive Jackson of Doctor and The Medics turns 65 today

Today, Clive Jackson is a name that doesn’t immediately rings a bell, but many of us still remembers his band Doctor and The Medics who had a big hit in 1986 with their cover of the 1969 Norman Greenbaum’s song “Spirit in the Sky.” He turns 65 today

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

In 1984 Prince gets his first U.S No.1 with “When Doves Cry”

As most of Prince’s songs from that period, “When Doves Cry” topped the charts worldwide. In the U.S, it peaked to No.1 on July 7, 1984

The Village People construction worker David Hodo turns 79

From 1978 to 2013, Hodo secured his place in Pop Culture as the construction worker character in the group Village People, he was born on this day in 1947

Remembering Rock N’ Roll pioneer and legend Bill Haley on his birthday

The legendary Bill Haley was born on this day in 1925, he is still often referred and remembered as “The first Rock ‘n’ Roll star.” It all started in 1953 with “Rock Around the Clock”

In 1972 David Bowie changes Pop and Rock music forever with his “Starman” performance at Top of the Pops

When Bowie embodied Ziggy Stardust and performed “Starman,” he influenced just about every future major British music star that was watching the TV at that minute

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

Remembering the great French artist Jean Cocteau, the multifaceted genius of French Art and Literature

Cocteau’s career spanned various forms of art, including literature, theater, film, and visual arts known for a surreal and poetic quality

The guitarist Michael Monarch celebrates 76

Monarch’s big break came when he joined the rock band Steppenwolf in 1967 at the age of 17 as the band’s lead guitarist, contributing to iconic tracks such as “Born to Be Wild” and “Magic Carpet Ride”

Huey Lewis celebrates 76 today

The band Huey Lewis and the News are known for their infectious blend of rock, pop, and rhythm and blues and scored several hits during the 1980’s including “I Want a New Drug,” “The Power of Love” and “Stuck With You”

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

Remembering the soulful singer and songwriter Bill Withers

Bill Withers’ catalog is rich with songs that resonate due to their simplicity and emotional depth including the timeless hit “Ain’t No Sunshine”

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

Remembering the Free co-founder, bassist and songrwiter Andy Fraser

In 1968, Fraser co-founded the rock band Free that scored the massive hit “All Right Now,” co-written by Fraser, which became a rock anthem and remains one of the most recognized rock songs of all time

On July 3, 1973, David Bowie kills Ziggy Stardust live at the London’s Hammersmith Odeon

By 1973, David Bowie, who was barely a household name just one year earlier, had conquered the world with his fictional persona Ziggy Stardust but on July 3, 1973, when he went on stage, he was about to kill it and get his own life back

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 electronic music genius Vince Clarke celebrates 66

Vince Clarke’s career, spanning over four decades, include co-founding Depeche Mode and being the main songwriter in their debut album “Speak & Spell” that featured the signature hit “Just Can’t Get Enough,” co-founding Yazoo with which he scored the hit songs “Don’t Go” and “Only You” and co-founding Erasure, being the main songwriter to their extensive discography and countless hits including “A Little Respect,” “Sometimes” and “Oh L’Amour”

Remembering Laura Branigan

Laura Branigan was one of the 80’s most popular singers, mainly due to her two greatest hits “Gloria” from 1982 and “Self Control” 1984

Rod Stewart gets his last UK No.1 in 1983 with “Baby Jane”

During the 1980’s, Stewart left behind his Blues and Rock roots in favor of modern synth pop music, his most successful single was “Baby Jane,” released in 1983

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 Faith No More keyboardist Roddy Bottum is 63 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, 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

The Top 10 Blondie songs on the iconic Debbie Harry birthday

Debbie Harry wrote her name in the history of Rock as one of the most charismatic and popular female Rock singers of all time. With Blondie she had an impressive string of hit singles that remain timeless. Today, the iconic singer turns 81 and we look back at Blondie’s Top 10 songs

The Australian singer John Farnham turns 77

John Farnham is mostly remembered around the world for his 1986 hit “You’re the Voice,” but the Australian singer had already an established career before that and after in Australia. Today he turns 77

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

The British band 10CC signature song “I’m Not In Love” peaks to No.1 at the UK singles charts in 1975

Released in May 1975, “I’m Not in Love” remains the British band 10CC signature song and one of the most popular Pop hits of all time

The controversial former Pantera singer Phil Anselmo turns 58

Phil Anselmo is surely controversial, and it doesn’t seem 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 58

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

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!

On this day in 1986 Wham! wrote the final chapter on their history

“I think it should be the most amicable split in pop history.” said George Michael announcing the breakup of Pop duo Wham! On the same day of their farewell concert at Wembley Stadium, their final single “The Edge of Heaven” also peaked to No.1 on the UK singles charts

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

Terri Nunn, the frontwoman of the band Berlin, celebrates 65 today

Berlin’s 1986 hit “Take My Breath Away,” featured in the blockbuster film “Top Gun,” catapulted the band to international fame and won an Academy Award for Best Original Song, remaining today as one of the most iconic tracks of the 1980s

The King Elvis Presley plays his last concert ever on this day in 1977

On June 26, 1977, 18.000 people had the unique opportunity to witness Elvis Presley’s last concert at the Market Square Arena in Indianapolis. Six weeks later, The King was dead

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

Chris Isaak turns 70 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 70 today

The Elvis Presley manager Colonel Tom Parker was born on this day in 1909

The world knew him as Colonel Tom Parker, the mighty manager of Elvis Presley, but he was born in the Netherlands with a totally different identity and name, that he occulted for decades and proved to even have a negative influence on Elvis Presley’s tours

1980’s British boy band Bros score their only UK No.1 in 1988 with “I Owe You Nothing”

1980’s British boy band Bros debut album “Push” featured a string of hit singles for them that included “I Owe You Nothing” and all tough they never broke through in the US but did make #10 on the Billboard dance chart

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

Singer-songwriter Carly Simon turns 83 today

Carly Simon is the author and singer of one of Pop music’s most mysterious songs “You’re So Vain.” Over the years she has scored several hit songs and always kept a low profile despite her huge success. Today she turns 83

George Michael 63rd Anniversary Special

The Pop icon and legend George Michael would have turned 63 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

The Soul music legend Eddie Floyd celebrates 89 today

His breakthrough came in 1966 with the release of “Knock on Wood,” a song he co-wrote and that became an instant hit, reaching number one on the R&B charts and number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100

George Michael: A style and fashion icon in photographs

For 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 you 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 its predecessor “Faith” from 1987, but it’s among one of his finest albums

Revisiting George Michael’s 1987 masterpiece “Faith”

George Michael’s solo debut “Faith,” released on October 30th, 1987, it’s the album that established him as an acclaimed solo entity and separated him drastically from the Wham! bubblegum 80’s pop

The Fleetwood Mac co-founder and drummer Mick Fleetwood turns 79 today

As the co-founder and drummer of Fleetwood Mac, Mick Fleetwood played a pivotal role in one of the most successful bands in rock history with his distinctive drumming style and leadership

The 1980’s hit singer Glenn Medeiros turns 56 today

Medeiros’s big break came in 1986 when, at the age of 16, he won a local radio station’s talent contest with a cover of George Benson’s “Nothing’s Gonna Change My Love for You” which became a worldwide hit, reaching number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100

The God of Hellfire and Shock Rock Pioneer Arthur Brown celebrates 84today

As a pioneer of shock rock and a visionary artist, Arthur Brown, who in 1968 with his ensemble The Crazy World of Arthur Brown scored the now timeless hit “Fire,” has influenced countless musicians and performers with his fearless approach to blending music with theatricality and his dedication to pushing the limits of artistic expression

Duran Duran scores their first U.S No.1 in 1984 with “The Reflex”

“The Reflex” was released in 1984 on Duran Duran’s third album “Seven and the Ragged Tiger,” and as a third single for the album in April 1984, becoming their most successful single worldwide

Remembering the rock legend Jeff Beck

One of the greatest and most influential rock guitarists of all time was born on this day in 1944

Clive Davis 1932-2026

The influential record executive whose ear for talent helped launch and revive the careers of some of music’s biggest stars, died on June 22, 2026, at his home in Manhattan. He was 94. His family confirmed the death following a recent hospitalization for respiratory problems.

Remembering the original fifth Beatle Stuart Sutcliffe

Sutcliffe joined The Beatles in 1960, becoming the band’s original bassist and his charisma and distinct sense of style helped shape The Beatles’ early image before his untimely death at age 21

Steve Shelley, the rhythmic backbone of Sonic Youth, turns 64 today

Steve Shelley’s tenure with Sonic Youth spans several decades and includes numerous critically acclaimed albums including “Daydream Nation,” “Goo” and “Dirty”

The record producer and musician Brendan O´Brien celebrates 66 today

Brendan O’Brien’s career took a significant leap forward in the 1990s when he worked with some of the biggest names in rock music and produced albums for iconic bands like Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, and Stone Temple Pilots

Remembering Kris Kristofferson

Among countless successful songs, Kristofferson penned the classic “Me and Bobby McGee”, which became his most well-known hit, but for a while, music wasn’t the direction he was following during his early years. We look back at Kristofferson’s life and career.

Pop icon Cyndi Lauper turns 73 today

Singer, actress and LGBT activist, Cyndi Lauper is one of the 1980’s absolute Pop icons, with her colorful and eccentric looks, she gained worldwide fame with songs such as “Girls Just Want to Have Fun.” Time flies when girls are having fun, today she turns 73

Bronski Beat and The Communards lead singer Jimmy Somerville turns 65 today

Jimmy Somerville scored several hits with Bronski Beat, The Communards and as a solo artist during the 1980’s. One of Pop’s most unique voices, he turns 65 today

Bryan Adams peaks to No.1 on the Hot 100 with “Heaven” in 1985

Featured on his best-selling and critically acclaimed 1984 album “Reckless,” “Heaven” was released as a single in 1985 and it still stands as one of Bryan Adams most popular songs today

Remembering Lalo Schifrin

Pianist, composer, arranger and conductor, Lalo Schifrin became a famous name since the 1960’s, when his name started to show on the music credits of popular TV shows such as “Mission: Impossible.” He composed hundreds of songs, movie and TV scores

The Kinks’ Ray Davies turns 82

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 82 today

Greg Munford, the voice of the Psychedelic Rock classic “Incense and Peppermints” turns 77 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 77

Aerosmith founding member and drummer Joey Kramer turns 75 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 76

Remembering Brian Wilson on his birthday

Regarded as one of the biggest composers of the 20th century, the Beach Boys co-founder and mastermind Brian Wilson was the last survivor of the Wilson brothers that formed the Beach Boys, Carl and Dennis Wilson.

Marilyn Manson’s former Bass player Twiggy Ramirez turns 55 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 55 today

Lionel Richie turns 77

Lionel Richie popularity remains untouchable since he first became famous as the lead singer for the Commodores back in the 1970’s. He co-wrote “We Are the World” and some of the most memorable Pop anthems of the 1980’s, today he turns 77

Boys on film: Top 15 Duran Duran songs and music videos with John Taylor who turns 66 today

John Taylor is one of the most successful figures to come out of the 1980’s New Wave and New Romantic movement, good looks aren’t everything, but for Duran Duran allied with their talent, certainly helped them to rule the 1980’s as the most popular New Wave band in the world with a string of hit songs and music videos. John Taylor turns 66 today

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

Paula Abdul celebrates 64 today

In the mid-1980s, Abdul choreographed music videos for prominent artists such as George Michael and Janet Jackson and transitioned successfully into a singing career in 1988 with her debut album, “Forever Your Girl” that included several global hits such as “Straight Up”

The British singer-songwriter Alison Moyet celebrates 65 today

Known for her powerful contralto voice, Moyet scored several hits throughout her career including “Don’t Go” and “Only You” as the singer for Yazoo and “Is This Love?” as a solo artist

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 84th 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 84 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

Thinking of Françoise Hardy

If France Gall was the ultimate wind-up doll, Sylvie Vartan the fun-loving girl about town and Sheila the good-natured girl next door, then Françoise was the older, wiser sister, happy to let her (long, straight) hair down when the time was right but otherwise content to watch the world, standing (in the latest fashionable attire) slightly apart, off to one side, looking on as the parade passed by

The Punk Rock icon Jello Biafra celebrates 68 today

As the frontman of the Dead Kennedys, Biafra became known for his acerbic lyrics and energetic performances. Memorable Punk Rock hits such as “California Über Alles” and “Holiday in Cambodia,” both showcased Biafra’s sharp social commentary and distinctive vocal style

Remembering Glenn Buxton, the original Alice Cooper band guitarist

As the original lead guitarist for Alice Cooper, Buxton played a crucial role in crafting the band’s distinctive sound, showcased in hits such as “I’m Eighteen” and “School’s Out” which combined hard rock with theatrical

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

“The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars:” David Bowie’s breakthrough masterpiece

Released on June 16, 1972, “The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars” gave birth to one of Rock’s most enduring characters, Ziggy Stardust, David Bowie’s most famous creation. We revisit the story of Ziggy Stardust and the songs of this timeless album

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 80

The rapper and actor Ice Cube celebrates 57 today

His career began in the hip-hop scene of the late 1980s and has since expanded into a successful career in film and television

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

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

Kansas original lead singer Steve Walsh was born 75 years ago today

Steve Walsh, it’s one of the founding members and lead singer of Kansas, during the 1970’s the band achieved notable Rock hits with “Carry on Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind.” He was born on this day in 1951

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 65 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 Eclectic Soundscape of António Variações: A beacon of uniqueness, color and creativity in Portuguese Music

In the vibrant tapestry of Portuguese music, António Variações stands out with his fearless exploration of gender and sexuality, flamboyant style and flair and gender-bending aesthetic that defied categorization during the early 1980s. He passed away at 39 on this day in 1984

In 1970, The Beatles get their 20th and last N.1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “The Long and Winding Road”

“The Long and Winding Road,” released as a single on May 11, 1970, became The Beatles 20th and last number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, an all-time record for number of chart-topping singles on that chart

On this day in 1975 John Lennon’s last public performance and TV appearance was broadcast

In 1975, John Lennon goes up on stage and does his very last public performance as a musician, which also became the last time he made a TV appearance, in what is now seen as a diplomatic gesture towards a “new business partner” at the “Salute to Sir Lew Grade” show

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 85 years ago

The British actor, comedian, writer and musician Hugh Laurie celebrates 67 today

In 2004, Hugh Laurie made a dramatic shift in his career by taking on the role of Dr. Gregory House in the American medical drama “House,” which ran for eight seasons, and became one of the most-watched television shows globally

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 British singer Mark Shaw celebrates 65 today

He remains best known as the lead singer of the British rock band Then Jerico who scored several hits during the 1980’s including “The Big Area”

The Indie Rock Icon Kim Deal turns 65 today

Best known for her work with the iconic alternative rock bands Pixies and The Breeders, her contributions to alternative rock and her role in shaping the sound of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. She celebrates her 65th birthday in double with her twin sister Kelley Deal also of The Breeders

The Smashing Pumpkins drummer Jimmy Chamberlin turns 62 today

Renowned as the powerhouse drummer for the iconic rock band The Smashing Pumpkins, Chamberlin’s technical skill and dynamic playing have made him one of the most respected drummers in the music industry

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

Remembering the Soul legend Jackie Wilson

From his early days with The Dominoes to his solo success with memorable hits such as “Lonely Teardrops” and “Reet Petite,” Wilson’s powerful voice and dynamic performances made him a legendary figure in R&B and soul music

Remembering the music legend Cole Porter

The prolific American composer and songwriter whose work left a significant mark on the world of musical theater and popular music that continues to be performed and cherished worldwide

The Simply Red frontman Mick Hucknall turns 66 today

In 1985, Mick Hucknall formed Simply Red, a band that blended soul, pop, and jazz influences and scored global hits including “Holding Back the Years” and “Stars”

The British singer and actress Julie Driscoll turns 79 today

Julie Driscoll remains best known for her work with Brian Auger and the Trinity. Their rendition of Bob Dylan’s “This Wheel’s on Fire” became a major hit in 1968, reaching the top five on the UK Singles Chart

The Milli Vanilli’s Rob Pilatus was born 61 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

Duran Duran founding member and keyboardist Nick Rhodes turns 64 today

Nick Rhodes founded Duran Duran in 1978 and together with John Taylor has been the only constant member on it

Bonnie Tyler turns 75 today

Bonnie Tyler’s signature song remains the 1983 “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” but the husky voice singer scored several other hit songs throughout the decades. Today she turns 75

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

Tears For Fears score their first U.S No.1 in 1985 with “Everybody Wants To Rule The World”

The No.1 hit remains one of the most popular from the 1980’s, it was a success worldwide when it was first released and together with “Shout” it’s one of Tears For Fears signature songs

Dolly Parton quickly peaks to No.1 with her country ballad “I Will Always Love You” in 1974

Released on June 6, 1974, the country ballad “I Will Always Love You” remains Dolly Parton’s signature song, learn more about the background of this famous ballad

The Stone Temple Pilots drummer Eric Kretz turns 60 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 60

Dave Navarro turns 59 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 Michael Jackson, Nine Inch Nails and Alanis Morissette. We look back at his life and career

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

Remembering the legendary music genius Prince with his Top 20 songs

Prince Rogers Nelson was born 68 years ago, one of the absolute pop music geniuses 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

The Slayer’s frontman Tom Araya celebrates 65 today

Araya’s powerful voice and dynamic stage presence have been integral to Slayer’s success and enduring legacy in the trash metal and heavy metal genre

The Big Brother and the Holding Company bassist Peter Albin celebrates 82 today

Big Brother and the Holding Company gained widespread attention with the addition of Janis Joplin as their lead singer and Albin’s bass playing, characterized by its melodic and rhythmic complexity, was integral to the band’s distinctive sound on classics such as “Piece of My Heart” and “Summertime”

“(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

The actress, comedian, singer, and author Sandra Bernhard turns 71 today

Bernhard’s critically acclaimed one-woman shows, such as “Without You I’m Nothing” have been instrumental in blending comedy, music, and social commentary

The Avant-Garde pioneer Laurie Anderson celebrates 79 today

With a career spanning over five decades, Laurie Anderson’s contributions to art and music and her ability to seamlessly integrate different media and her pioneering use of technology have made her a seminal figure in the avant-garde

The famous saxophonist Kenny G turns 70 today

With over 75 million records sold worldwide, Kenny G’s smooth, melodic saxophone has made him one of the most recognizable and successful instrumental musicians in the world

The Songs The Beatles Gave Away

Ever since the Beatles broke up in 1970, fans have spent countless hours imagining what the next album might have been like, if only they had stayed together. Trawl internet chatrooms, blogs and fan sites and you can find dozens, if not hundreds of suggestions.

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

The Rock icon Suzi Quatro celebrates 76 today

Emerging during the 1970’s as a pioneering female rock musician in the male-dominated world of rock ‘n’ roll, Suzi Quatro’s self-titled debut album, released in 1973, included the hit single “Can the Can,” which topped the charts in several countries

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

Remembering the Rolling Stone Charlie Watts on his birthday

Watts played on every Rolling Stones record until his death in 2021, and it was one of the three original members remaining in the band when he passed

Wham! gets their first No.1 single in 1984 with “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go”

“Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” it’s one of the most popular and recognizable songs of all time, it provided Wham! with their first No.1 in 1984

Donna Summer peaks to No.1 with the rockin’ “Hot Stuff” in 1979

“Hot Stuff” marked a changing on Donna Summer’s musical direction into a more Rock sound. It peaked to No.1 on this day in 1979

The Top 12 Rolling Stones songs with Ronnie Wood

Ronnie Wood joined the Rolling Stones in 1974; he was the third full-time guitarist in the band after founding member Brian Jones and Mick Taylor. We’ve put together the Top 12 Rolling Stones songs with Ronnie Wood today that he turns 79

Former Pop teen idol Jason Donovan turns 58 today

Australian actor and singer Jason Donovan scored a string of hit singles during the late 1980’s and early 1990’s including his duet with “Neighbours” co-star Kylie Minogue “Especially for You.” Today he turns 58

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

The singer Pat Boone celebrates 92 today

Boone’s career took off in the mid-1950s when he began recording cover versions of popular R&B hits

Alanis Morissette turns 52 today

In 1995, Morissette released “Jagged Little Pill,” an album that catapulted her to international fame and sold over 33 million copies worldwide

The Canadian singer-songwriter Corey Hart celebrates 64 today

During the 1980’s Hart scored worldwide hits such as “Sunglasses at Night” and “Never Surrender”

The legendary Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham was born on this day in 1948

John Bonham remains one of Rock’s most influential and unique drummers. He has a strong legacy that makes him an enduring and legendary figure of Rock N’ Roll history. He was born 78 years ago today

The guitarist and songwriter Tom Morello turns 62 today

Morello co-founded the bands Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave scoring several hits with both bands including “Killing in the Name” and “Like a Stone”

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

The Rolling Stones classic “Brown Sugar” peaks to No.1 in May 1971

“Brown Sugar” introduced a changing on the Rolling Stones sound, live lineup and set list, that would pretty much define the rest of their career for decades to come

Remembering Roxette’s Marie Fredriksson born 68 years ago today

The Swedish singer had a string of hit singles during the 1980’s and 1990’s with Roxette. She passed away in 2019 at age 61

The Status Quo frontman Francis Rossi celebrates 77 today

Throughout the 1970s, Status Quo became known for their hard-driving, boogie rock sound, with Rossi’s guitar work at the forefront

La Toya Jackson turns 70 today

As a singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman, La Toya has carved out her own niche in the entertainment industry, distinct from her famous siblings

The British musician, singer and songwriter Noel Gallagher turns 59 today

With Oasis he recorded some of the most enduring hits of the 1990’s including “Wonderwall” and “Live Forever”

Remembering Gary Brooker, the distinctive voice of Procol Harum

Procol Harum was one of the most successful bands during the late 1960’s and crossed on into the 1970’s as a force in the Prog Rock early scene. Released in 1967, Procol Harum’s most memorable hit remains “A Whiter Shade of Pale,” but the band scored several others such as “Conquistador” and “Homburg”

Remembering the New Romantic icon Steve Strange

In 1978, Strange co-founded Visage that released the hit “Fade to Grey” in 1980

Remembering Punk icon Wendy O. Williams

Known for her raw energy, provocative performances, and boundary-pushing persona, Williams was a trailblazing figure in punk rock and heavy metal

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

Former Fine Young Cannibals lead singer Roland Gift turns 64

During the 1980’s, British band Fine Young Cannibals had a string of worldwide hit singles that started in 1985, including a double No.1 position on the US singles chart. Charismatic lead singer Roland Gift turns 64 today

Pop music icon Kylie Minogue turns 58

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 58

The “Empress of Soul” Gladys Knight celebrates 82 today

Gladys Knight & the Pips sustained success throughout the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s with several chart-topping singles and albums

Siouxsie Sioux celebrates 69 today

A pioneering figure in the post-punk and gothic rock scenes, Sioux’s career and influence is defined by her pioneering spirit and her refusal to be confined by musical boundaries

The Alice in Chains drummer and co-founder Sean Kinney turns 60 today

Alice in Chains quickly gained a following in the Seattle music scene, which was burgeoning with the rise of grunge leading them to international stardom during the early 1990’s

The emblematic Punk Rock song “God Save The Queen” by the Sex Pistols was released on this day in 1977

Regarded by many of the general public as an assault on Queen Elizabeth II and the monarchy, “God Save The Queen,” the emblematic and controversial Punk Rock song by the Sex Pistols was released on this day in 1977

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

Lenny Kravitz turns 62 today

The successful Kravitz’s blend of retro and contemporary sounds have produced major hits including “Are You Gonna Go My Way” and “It Ain’t Over ’til It’s Over”

Lauryn Hill celebrates 51 today

In the 1990’s together with Wyclef Jean and Pras Michel she formed the hip-hop group the Fugees that scored worldwide hits including a unique version of the song “Killing Me Softly with His Song”

The Mission’s frontman Wayne Hussey celebrates 68 today

During the mid 1980’s after being a member of the bands Dead or Alive and The Sisters of Mercy, he formed the gothic rock force The Mission

Remembering Peggy Lee on her birthday

Lee’s versatility extended beyond singing and she made significant contributions to the film industry, most notably by providing the voice for several characters and co-writing songs for Disney’s “Lady and the Tramp” (1955)

Remembering the Jazz master and legend Miles Davis

Miles Davis’s career is marked by his continual innovation and leadership in several major jazz movement and characterized by his fearless exploration of new musical territories

Remembering the Hole’s bassist Kristen Pfaff

The late Kristen Pfaff joined Hole during the recording of their critically acclaimed album “Live Through This” and her contributions to the album were substantial, with her bass playing adding depth and intensity to tracks like “Violet” and “Miss World”

Remembering Mick Ronson on his birthday

Mick Ronson’s most notable accomplishments are closely tied to his collaboration with David Bowie as the lead guitarist and a key member of the Spiders from Mars, Bowie’s backing band

Top 10 songs of the unique Stevie Nicks

Being as part of Fleetwood Mac or as a solo artist, Stevie Nicks, with her distinctive vocals, charisma, and charm, have been gracing the music world over the last 40 years. We celebrate the “gold dust woman’s” 78th birthday with her Top 10 songs

Procol Harum’s classic “A Whiter Shade of Pale” enters the UK singles charts for the first time in 1967

It’s one of the anthems for the 1967 Summer of Love, the popular Bach-derived Psychedelic Rock “A Whiter Shade of Pale” entered the charts for the first time on this day in 1967. Learn more about this music classic

David Bowie’s “Diamond Dogs” – A darker look into a future legend

Originally composed for a musical based on the George Orwell’s book “1984,” “Diamond Dogs” was released on May 24, 1974, it remains one of David Bowie’s darkest and most influential albums. We revisit this absolute classic

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”

Remembering the pioneer of electronic music Robert Moog

The Moog synthesizer gained widespread acclaim in the late 1960s and 1970s, thanks in part to its use by pioneering musicians and bands

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

The legendary lyricist Bernie Taupin celebrates 76 today

Taupin and Elton John’s collaboration has produced some of the most iconic songs of the 20th century

Remembering the Chanson legend Charles Aznavour

The French singer Charles Aznavour is celebrated for his vast catalog of songs that span over seven decades. He was born on this day in 1924

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 nearly 40 years now. We list what we think are his 10 best songs to celebrate his 67th birthday

In 1977 benefiting from BBC’s will to stop the Sex Pistols, Rod Stewart tops the charts with “I Don’t Want to Talk About It”

With his unique raspy vocals, Rod Stewart turned “I Don’t Want to Talk About It” into a song of its own, topping the charts in 1977

David Bowie invites the world to dance in 1983 when he tops the charts with the single “Let’s Dance”

The 1980’s weren’t overall the best David Bowie period, creatively blocked, the influential artist, was still able to pull one of his career’s best-selling and most popular songs with the 1983 “Let’s Dance”

The iconic Goddess of Pop Cher celebrates 80 today

From a shy young girl to the “Goddess of Pop” Cher has had a remarkable career spanning over six decades

The Amazing Miss Grace Jones

Over the last 40 plus years, many were the artists that were pointed as Queens of Pop, but despite never having scored strings of hits and sold millions of records, the amazing Grace Jones may be the righteous Queen and turns 78 today

The once House music British star Yazz turns 66 today

In 1988 Yazz had a smash hit with “The Only Way Is Up”, an early House music hit that reached No.1 in the U.K. 38 years later, find out what Yazz is doing these days

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

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

The Virtuoso Keyboardist Rick Wakeman celebrates 77 today

Over the last 5 decades the progressive rock legend released several critically acclaimed albums both as a solo artist and as a member of Yes

The singer Martika turns 57 today

In 1988 Martika scored a worldwide hit with the song “Toy Soldiers”

Remembering Paul Di´Anno

His raw vocal delivery and rebellious punk attitude and energy injected a sense of urgency and authenticity into the band’s early recordings, including their self-titled debut album

The former Pearl Jam drummer Dave Abbruzzese turns 58 today

His energetic drumming style became a defining element of the band’s sound, contributing to the energy of of hits like “Animal” and “Rear View Mirror”

The former Milli Vanilli Fabrice Morvan celebrates 60 today

In the late 1980’s Morvan embarked on a journey that would take him from the heights of pop stardom to the depths of a scandal that rocked the music industry

Singer and musician Josh Homme turns 53 today

One of the most signficant figures in the Alternative rock scene over the last 30 years, Homme helped pioneer the desert rock sound, characterized by heavy, riff-laden guitar work and hypnotic rhythms

Trent Reznor, the architect of industrial rock, celebrates 61 today

In the late 1980s he formed Nine Inch Nails (NIN) drawing from a diverse array of influences, including electronic music, metal, and alternative rock

The influential singer-songwriter and guitarist Jonathan Richman turns 75 today

Richman earned a reputation as a pioneering figure in the alternative music scene starting in the 1970s as the frontman of the influential rock band The Modern Lovers

Remembering the legendary Liberace

The flamboyant pianist and entertainer whose extravagant performances and charismatic persona made him a household name and an enduring icon of showmanship, was born on this day in 1919

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 61 today.

Remembering Trini Lopez

His breakout hit, “If I Had a Hammer,” released in 1963, became an international sensation, earning Lopez a Grammy nomination

The Cult’s frontman Ian Astbury turns 64 today

With his distinctive voice and charismatic stage presence, Astbury has carved out a legacy as one of rock’s most influential figures serving as the frontman for The Cult and by adding his own unique flair to the classic Doors repertoire while fronting The Doors of the 21st Century

The Alice in Chains bassist Mike Inez turns 60

His solid bass lines provided the foundation for some of the band’s most iconic songs including “No Excuses” and “Heaven Besides You”

David Byrne celebrates 74 today

His career has spanned decades, marked by creative innovation and a knack for blending diverse musical styles

The Top 10 Cream songs

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

Remembering the Rock N’ Roll pioneer Ritchie Valens on his 85th birthday

Ritchie Valens had one of Rock music’s shortest and tragic careers, lasting only 8 months, but during that period, the young Rocker scored a string of memorable hit songs that solidified his legend status.

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

The Eurovision legend Johnny Logan celebrates 72 today

In 1987, he made history by becoming the first artist to win the popular contest twice as both a singer and a songwriter

The rock legend Steve Winwood celebrates 78 today

By the age of 14, he had already joined the Spencer Davis Group, achieving international fame with hits like “Keep on Running” and “Gimme Some Lovin'”

The KISS drummer Eric Singer celebrates 68 today

In 1991, Singer’s career reached new heights when he joined KISS as the replacement for departing drummer Eric Carr

Remembering the visionary composer and songwriter Burt Bacharach

A visionary composer and songwriter whose contributions to the world of music are unparalleled, Burt Bacharach was born on this day in 1928

The guitar legend Billy Duffy celebrates 65 today

Duffy’s guitar prowess became a defining element of The Cult’s sound, characterized by his distinctive use of heavy riffs, melodic hooks, and atmospheric textures

In 1984, with “Hello” Lionel Richie gives people what they’re looking for

It’s one of the 1980’s most memorable songs, and in recent years, one of it’s most parodied too, but in 1984, Lionel Richie’s “Hello” was one of the biggest hits of the year

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

In 1958 The Everly Brothers peak to the top of the charts with their signature song “All I Have To Do Is Dream”

Though The Everly Brothers were already a pretty much established act by 1958, the success of “All I Have to Do Is Dream” solidified their status as one of the most influential Rock groups ever

The legendary Rock royalty marriage of Mick and Bianca Jagger

Mick and Bianca Jagger married on May 12, 1971, in Saint Tropez and the ceremony became a legend of its own, featuring celebrity guests and embarrassing moments

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

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

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 Rammstein drummer Christoph “Doom” Schneider celebrates 60 today

Known for their explosive live performances and provocative lyrics, Rammstein quickly rose to international fame with hits like “Du Hast,” “Sonne,” and “Ich Will”

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

Falco gets his first and only No.1 in the U.K with “Rock Me Amadeus” in 1986

“Rock Me Amadeus” it’s one of the most iconic songs of the 1980’s, it was a one-of-a-kind success for Austrian singer Falco and reached No.1 on the hard English and American markets

The Legend Of Sid Vicious: Live Fast, Die Young

Sid Vicious perhaps remains the most important Punk Rock icon of all time, but the price he paid for his immortality came earlier when he passed away from an overdose on February 2nd, 1979, in New York, aged only 21. We look back at his life and career on the 69th anniversary of his birth

In 1986 Pet Shop Boys peaks to No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 with “West End Girls”

A synthpop classic, “West End Girls” remains of Pet Shop Boys greatest hits, it was No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 on May 10, 1986

Bono Vox celebrates 66 today

Bono’s charismatic stage presence and ability to connect with audiences propelled U2 to international stardom

Depeche Mode’s frontman Dave Gahan turns 64 today

Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Depeche Mode solidified their place as pioneers of electronic music, releasing a string of critically acclaimed albums and chart-topping singles

The legendary singer-songwriter Billy Joel celebrates 77 today

Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Joel released a string of hit albums and singles, including “The Stranger,” “52nd Street,” and “An Innocent Man.”

Starship tops the charts worldwide in 1987 with the “Mannequin” theme “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now”

By the 1980’s, several once popular artists from the 1960’s had either vanished, died or simply lost their popularity for good, but that wasn’t the case for Grace Slick who got another No.1 in 1987 with “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now”

In 1981, New Romantics Adam and the Ants debuted on the UK singles charts on No.1 with “Stand and Deliver”

“Stand And Deliver” was the first major hit by New Romantic/New Wave British band Adam and the Ants

Remembering the influential and mysterious Robert Johnson

One of the most influential Blues musicians of all time and considered to be the founding member of the infamous 27 Club, Robert Johnson’s life continues to be shrouded in mystery, blending myth with reality

Remembering Rock N’ Roll icon Ricky Nelson

Throughout the late 1950s and early 1960s, Nelson churned out a string of chart-topping hits, including “Poor Little Fool,” “Lonesome Town,” Hello Mary Lou Goodbye Heart” and “Travelin’ Man”

The Eagles top the charts with “Hotel California” in 1977

Either an allegory about hedonism, self-destruction, and greed, or simply just a statement about finding your path in life, “Hotel California” remains one of the greatest songs ever made

In 1966, with “Monday, Monday” The Mamas and the Papas peak to No.1 for the first and last time on the U.S Hot 100

Despite all the memorable hits and chart success, The Mamas and the Papas only achieved No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 with one song, “Monday, Monday”

Terence Trent D’Arby successfully peaks to No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 in 1988 with “Wishing Well”

With his unique combination of 1960’s Soul and 1980’s Pop, Terence Trent D’Arby was the next big thing between 1987 and 1988

Remembering the music publicist Derek Taylor

During his time with working with The Beatles, Taylor became known for his colorful and evocative press releases, which helped to generate buzz and excitement around the band’s music and performances

The Swedish musician and singer Eagle-Eye Cherry celebrates 58 today

The son of the American jazz artist Don Cherry and half-brother to Neneh Cherry, became an international sensation in the late 1990’s with the song “Save Tonight,” topping charts around the world

Bob Seger turns 81 today

Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Seger enjoyed a string of commercial successes, propelled by hit songs like “Night Moves,” “Against the Wind,” and “Old Time Rock and Roll”

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

Duran Duran scores another No.1 in 1984 with “The Reflex”

Released as the third single of their 1984 album “Seven and the Ragged Tiger,” “The Reflex” peaked to No.1 on May 5 and gave Duran Duran their biggest international hit

Elvis Presley gets his first No.1 in 1956 with “Heartbreak Hotel”

One of Elvis Presley’s absolute classics, the single “Heartbreak Hotel” was his first No.1, it peaked to the top of the charts on May 5, 1956

Black Sabbath’s drummer Bill Ward turns 78 today

Bill Ward co-founded Black Sabbath during the late 1960’s, becoming one of the most influential drummers to rise to fame during the 1970’s. We look back at his career today that he turns 78

The former Mötley Crüe guitar legend Mick Mars celebrates 75

His gritty guitar riffs and electrifying solos became synonymous with the hard-hitting, rebellious spirit of the era

The singer and actress Pia Zadora celebrates 73 today

Pia Zadora gained attention for her powerful vocal abilities, which led to her recording several successful albums in the 1980s, including “Pia” and “Let’s Dance Tonight,” and chart-topping hit singles, such as “When the Rain Begins to Fall”

ABBA’s first smash hit “Waterloo” peaks to No.1 on this day in 1974

On April 1974, the Swedish group ABBA won the 19th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, little over a month later, ABBA were worldwide superstars with “Waterloo”

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

Remembering the iconic Bing Crosby

With hits like “White Christmas,” “Swinging on a Star,” and “Pennies from Heaven,” Crosby dominated the music charts and became a household name

The singer Frankie Valli turns 92 today

Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Valli and The Four Seasons dominated the airwaves with songs such as “Big Girls Don’t Cry” earning widespread acclaim and establishing themselves as one of the most successful vocal groups of all time

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.

Former Foreigner frontman Lou Gramm turns 76 today

Lou Gramm is the original Foreigner vocalist, he co-wrote many of Foreigner’s hits including the 1985 “I Want to Know What Love Is,” today he turns 76

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