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

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

Remembering Roy Thomas Baker

Baker co-produced several of Queen’s early albums, including Queen, Queen II, Sheer Heart Attack, A Night at the Opera, and Jazz. His work on “Bohemian Rhapsody” is particularly renowned, showcasing his innovative production techniques. Baker’s production credits also included albums for The Cars, Journey, Foreigner, Alice Cooper, Ozzy Osbourne, Mötley Crüe, and The Smashing Pumpkins, among others

Chaka Khan gets back on the charts in 1984 with Prince’s “I Feel for You”

“I Feel for You” by Chaka Khan was first recorded and released by Prince on his 1979 self-titled album “Prince” but it was with Khan’s 1984 version that became a hit

Remembering the original Alice Cooper co-founder and guitarist Glen Buxton

Known for his raw, intense guitar riffs, Buxton played a vital role in shaping the band’s distinctive sound, especially on classics like “I’m Eighteen” and “School’s Out”

Remembering the British shock-rock pioneer and politician Screaming Lord Sutch

A colorful personality in British music and politics, Sutch was known for his wild rock persona and equally unconventional political career, blending entertainment and activism in ways that made him a beloved cult figure in the UK

David Bowie scores his first U.K No.1 in 1975 rehashing “Space Oddity”

“Space Oddity” was first released as a Phillips single on 11 July 1969 to tie in with the Apollo 11 moon landing but it wasn’t up until 1975 that peaked to No.1

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

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

Rolling Stone magazine launches its first number in 1967

Rolling Stone was founded in San Francisco, California in 1967, featuring John Lennon on the cover and offering a free roach clip to hold a marijuana joint. Over the years, despite controversy, the magazine has been able to maintain its position as the mother of all pop culture magazines

Remembering Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Tom Fogerty on his birthday

The Creedence Clearwater Revival guitarist and composer, was born on this day in 1941

Looking back at the epic “Led Zeppelin IV”

“Led Zeppelin IV” it’s possibly Led Zeppelin’s most well-known album or at least the one that most people start off with when introduced to the band. We look back at this absolute Rock classic

Berlin’s “Take My Breath Away” tops the charts in 1986

It’s one of the 1980’s most memorable songs, the hit ballad “Take My Breath Away” by Berlin, composed by Giorgio Moroder and featured on the 1986 blockbuster “Top Gun”

In 1987 Teenage Pop sensation Tiffany scores her first and only No.1 with “I Think We’re Alone Now”

Originally a 1967 US hit for James and the Shondells, “I Think We’re Alone Now” got re-popularized when 17-year-old Tiffany covered the song for her debut studio album, “Tiffany” in 1987

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

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

Cher gets her first No.1 as a solo artist in 1971 with “Gypsys, Tramps and Thieves”

With the famous opening lines “born in the wagon of a traveling show” “Gypsys, Tramps and Thieves” remains one of Cher’s best-selling singles of all time and one of her most iconic songs

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

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

The Beach Boys return to the charts in 1988 with “Kokomo”

The Beach Boys unexpectedly returned to the top of the charts, without Brian Wilson, in 1988 with their Pop song “Kokomo,” part of the “Cocktail” movie soundtrack.

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

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

Bryan Adams turns 66 today

Bryan Adams is one of the best-selling Rock artists of all time, with a career that has spanned now for over 40 years, today he turns 66

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

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

In 1984 Paul McCartney climbs to No.1 with his soundtrack album “Give My Regards to Broad Street”

Released in 1984, Paul McCartney’s movie “Give My Regards to Broad Street” was the attempt of the former Beatle to bring back the same feeling as The Beatles movies during the 1960’s, however the soundtrack to the movie did better than the movie itself

Billy Ocean’s “Caribbean Queen” climbs to No.1 on the Hot 100 in 1984

Billy Ocean had an amazing string of Pop hits during the 1980’s such as “Caribbean Queen” that went No.1 on the Hot 100 on this day in 1984

The Canadian singer-songwriter k.d lang celebrates 64 today

In the early 1990s, Lang made a bold transition from traditional country to pop and adult contemporary with her landmark album Ingenue, featuring the hit single “Constant Craving”

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

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

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

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

Anthony Kiedis turns 63 today

Anthony Kiedis is one of Rock’s most charismatic singers, he started out as a child/teenage actor in the late 1970’s and made his way to Rock stardom with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, one of the most influential bands over the last 40 years. Today he turns 63

Blondie releases “Hanging on the Telephone” in 1978

In 1978 Blondie already had established themselves as one of the biggest New Wave and Rock bands in the world, with their unique blending of Bubblegum Pop and Punk

Enya’s “Orinoco Flow” peaks to No.1 in 1988

Rare are the occasions where mainstream Pop meets and blends with New Age/World Music, but Enya did achieve to break that niche wall into the mainstream Pop with “Orinoco Flow”

In 1978 “KISS Meets the Phantom of The Park”

During the Halloween season of 1978 KISS makes their film debut on “KISS Meets the Phantom of The Park,” a TV movie made for NBC that features the band as their stage characters. Despite the bad reviews the movie had ever since its release, it has now attained cult film status

Spanish duo Baccara reaches No.1 with Disco hit “Yes Sir, I Can Boogie” in 1977

Baccara were a curious case of success, their disco hit “Yes Sir, I Can Boogie” was a tremendous success worldwide in 1977 and it’s one of the thirty all-time singles to have sold 10 million copies or more worldwide

Simon Le Bon turns 67 today

Nothing screams more modern classic Pop music than Duran Duran 1980’s hits, the iconic frontman Simon Le Bon,turns 67 today

The Jimi Hendrix Experience magnus opus, “Electric Ladyland”

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

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

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

Judas Priest’s Glenn Tipton turns 78

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

Remembering the legendary 1950’s artist The Big Bopper on his 95th birthday

The Big Bopper remains one of the 1950’s Rock N’ Roll legendary artists, that cemented his name in history with “Chantilly Lace” and was one of the victims of the infamous “day the music died”

It’s the “Stone Alone” Bill Wyman Birthday

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

Culture Club’s “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me” goes No.1 in 1982

Culture Club was a Pop phenomenon during the early 1980’s. Lead by the charismatic and eccentric Boy George, the band had a string of worldwide hit songs starting in 1982 with “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me”

Weird Al Yankovic turns 66 today

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

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

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

Remembering the rocker Bobby Fuller on his birthday

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

Snoop Dogg turns 54 today

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

Remembering the iconic Divine

In the mid-1960s, Gleen Milstead formed a transformative friendship with filmmaker John Waters, who dubbed him “Divine” and cast him in a series of provocative films that pushed the boundaries of taste and convention including the now cult movie “Pink Flamingos” in 1972 and later during the 1980’s in the memorable movies “Polyester” and “Hairspray”

Revisiting David Bowie’s 1973 “Pin Ups”

“Pin Ups” stands as a landmark on tribute albums, but it’s so much more than that. David Bowie doesn’t only cover this collection of 1960’s British Rock songs, he reinvents them

1980’s Pop sensation Sinitta turns 62

During the mid 1980’s Sinitta scored several hit songs, and became a Pop sensation mainly in Europe, produced by the famous hit and pop star makers Stock, Aitken and Waterman. We look back at her life and career

Remembering the Legendary Chuck Berry

John Lennon said once “If you tried to give rock and roll another name, you might call it ‘Chuck Berry.” Today on his birthday we remember the legendary and influential Rocker

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

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

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

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

Ace Frehley 1951-2025

Without Ace Frehley — a.k.a. The Spaceman — KISS might never have existed as the world came to know them, nor built the legacy and mythology that followed. Frehley, who passed away at age 74 on October 16, contributed to the development of the band’s iconic, instantly recognizable sound in equal measure to each of the other three founding members. During the band’s most memorable period, Frehley was an essential part of both the KISS sound and image.

The Bee Gees get a last win with “You Win Again” in 1987

Once the kings of the 1970’s Disco sound, the Bee Gees saw a backlash to their music during most of the 1980’s decade but got a last taste of success with their hit “You Win Again” in 1987

Search And Destroy: 40 Essential Punk Rock Songs

Punk Rock reached the masses in 1977, 48 years ago. Check the list for the 40 Essential songs.

Postcards from Paris: 4. L’Île de la Grande Jatte – Sunday In The Park With George

To conclude this week’s special series of 4 Postcards from Paris by the brilliant Gareth Jones, today’s stop explores L’Île de la Grande Jatte, where Georges Seurat’s iconic painting and Sondheim’s musical Sunday in the Park with George intertwine art, history, and imagination

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

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

The Life and Career of Nico

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

Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Flea turns 63 today

Flea is regarded as one of the most influential bass players of the last 40 years, together with the Red Hot Chili Peppers he has a career that has been fulfilled with success, today, he turns 63

Postcards from Paris: 3. Montmartre – Here lies Dalida…

Continuing this week’s special series of 4 Postcards from Paris by the brilliant Gareth Jones, today a dive into the life and career of Dalida. A diva before the concept was widely understood, she might have been expected to enjoy a short run of hits before being steamrollered by rock ‘n’ roll, but Dalida had something that almost none of her rivals had – a real sense of rhythm.

In 1973 France slams the door on Keith Richards and he’s sentenced to 1 year in prison for drug trafficking

Keith Richards certainly lived up to his reputation during the 1960’s and 1970’s, but in 1973 France slammed the door on Keef. Find out more about it

Folk-Protest singer Barry McGuire turns 90 today

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

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

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

Postcards from Paris: 2. La Sorbonne – Synths, Sax and Situationists

Continuing this week’s special series of 4 Postcards from Paris by the brilliant Gareth Jones, today a dive into the underground music scene of the late 1960s and 1970s. Out of the aftermath of May 1968 emerged a strange and fascinating new music scene in France — a fusion of chanson’s poetic heart, jazz’s improvisational mind, and rock’s electric muscle. From those unlikely parts, an underground genre was born

The British singer Cliff Richard turns 85

With more than 250 million records sold worldwide since the beginning of his career in the 1950’s, the singer was never able to successfully break into the American music market, despite dominating the British music scene pre-Beatles

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

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

Postcards from Paris: 1. La Place de la Nation – the first free festival

This week a special series of 4 Postcards from Paris by the brilliant Gareth Jones. In 1963 in Paris, the first ever large-scale free rock’n’roll festival took place. Read the detailed history of this historical event.

“The Red Rocker” Sammy Hagar turns 78 today

He is one of Rock’s most celebrated singers, Sammy Hagar, has had a career filled with success, as a member of Montrose, Van Halen and a solo artist, and reportedly he even played the first Rock concert that another legendary Rocker ever attended. Today Sammy turns 78

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

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

Stevie Wonder’s “I Just Called to Say I Love You” goes No.1 on Hot 100 in 1984

After reaching No.1 in the U.K, Stevie Wonder climbs to No. 1 on the U.S Hot 100 with “I Just Called to Say I Love You” on October 13th, 1984

Nancy Spungen’s infamous death at New York’s Chelsea Hotel and Sid Vicious heroin overdose

On the morning of October 12, 1978, Nancy Spungen, the twenty-year-old girlfriend of former Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious, was found dead in a blood-stained bathroom in their room at the Chelsea Hotel in Manhattan, New York

“True Blue, “Madonna’s tribute to Sean Penn climbs to No.1 in 1986

“True Blue” lyrics were inspired by Madonna’s feelings for her then husband, actor Sean Penn, it charted worldwide in 1986

Whitesnake’s “Here I Go Again” hits No.1 on Hot 100 in 1987

The song had been originally recorded and released on Whitesnake’s 1982 album “Saints & Sinners” but it was with the 1987 version released on their album “Whitesnake” that turned out to be the most famous and popular one

Remembering Édith Piaf

Édith Piaf still typifies French chanson in the eyes and ears of a world since changed beyond all recognition

The fabulous David Lee Roth turns 71 today

David Lee Roth or “Diamond Dave” it’s been one of Rock’s most popular entertainments over the last 40 plus years, not just a singer, the Van Halen frontman loves to act on stage and entertain

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

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

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

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

John Lennon: An intimate portrait

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

The Alternative Rock Icon P.J Harvey turns 56 today

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

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

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

*Gabba Gabba Hey It’s Johnny Ramone Birthday!

Johnny Ramone, a founding member and guitarist of legendary Punk band Ramones was born on this day in 1948

Revisiting John Lennon’s “Imagine”

Released in September 1971 in the U.S and on October 8th, 1971, worldwide, “Imagine” it’s definitely John Lennon’s most popular solo album, it includes some of his most enduring and famous songs such as “Imagine” and “Jealous Guy,” we revisit this enduring Rock classic

How the Sex Pistols destroyed two contracts with two major record labels and end up a (then) smaller one

In 1976 The Sex Pistols were the hottest Punk band for record labels to sign, but major’s EMI who signed them on October 8th, and A&M dropped them way before the end of their contracts giving small label Virgin the opportunity to sign them for good. Find out why

Montserrat Caballé and Freddie Mercury: When Rock and Opera blend majestically and perfectly in “Barcelona”

On October 6, 2018, Spanish operatic soprano Montserrat Caballé passed away at age 85, we’ll remember her for the impressive operatic career and for her majestic and daring 1987 duet with Freddie Mercury

Revisiting Janet Jackson’s ‘The Velvet Rope’ Released 28 Years Ago

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

John Lennon U.S deportation case finally shuts down when he gets his green card in 1976

For five years, John Lennon engaged on a legal battle with the U.S government to be allowed to live and work there after the U.S immigration sent him a deportation letter stating that he was not welcomed to live and work in the U.S

Joy Division release debut single “Transmission” in 1979

The Manchester Post Punk Joy Division releases their debut single “Transmission” in 1979

Bon Jovi’s Tico Torres Turns 72

He is one of Rock’s most successful drummers with a career spanning for over 40 years now and for now, one of the 3 founding members of Bon Jovi still playing in the band. Tico Torres turns 72 today

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

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

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

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

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

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

Top 10 Janis Joplin songs

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

The Life and Career of Janis “Pearl” Joplin

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

The actress Alicia Silverstone celebrates 49 today

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

Queen reaches No.1 on U.S Hot 100 in 1980 for the first time

“Another Bites the Dust” is credited as Queen’s best-selling single, with sales of over 7 million copies, in 1980 they reached No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 for the first time

Positively Ageless Performer Gwen Stefani turns 56 today

Gwen Stefani rose to fame during the 90’s fronting the band No Doubt with the smash hit “Don’t Speak”, today she turns 56

The Legacy and Importance of Legendary Rocker Eddie Cochran

Rock N’ Roll legend Eddie Cochran was born on October 3, 1938, and despite his untimely death at a young age, his legacy in Rock music is immense, maybe one of the biggest ones is being the man that got John Lennon and Paul McCartney together to form a band

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

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

Mötley Crüe’s Tommy Lee Turns 63 today

Tommy Lee has been one of the most successful drummers in Rock for over 40 years now, but his relation to music during his teens was very different from Heavy Metal. Today the Mötley Crüe drummer turns 63

The Amazing Career Of P.P Arnold

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

Chubby Checker is 84 today

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

The Human League frontman Phil Oakey celebrates 70 today

In the early 1980s, The Human League achieved worldwide fame with the massive hit single “Don’t You Want Me.”

Tiffany is not a teenager anymore

If you spent any time in an American mall in the late 1980’s, then you were fully aware of the Teen Pop sensation Tiffany, but even if you were not in America at the time you know her from her worldwide smash hit where “I Think We’re Alone Now” that made her a 1980’s pop references around the globe. Tiffany turns 54 today

The 1980’s Pop star Robbie Nevil turns 67

“C’est La Vie”, released in 1986 peaked to #2 on the Hot 100, but contrary to what many people think, Robbie Nevil still keeps to this day an important and busy career in music

Looking back at Sting ‘s career

Sting has been one of the most successful artists in the world for well over 4 decades now. He became a well-known name back in the late 1970’s as frontman for The Police with whom he recorded 5 hit albums between 1978 and 1983. He released his first solo album in 1985 making a total now of 12 solo albums. Today, Sting turns 74

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

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

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

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

Find Out the Real Story Behind Rod Stewart’s “Maggie May”

In 1971 Rod Stewart had one of his biggest solo hit songs with “Maggie May,” the song reached No.1 on the U.S Hot 100 on October 2nd but not many people know the real story behind the lyrics of the song

In 1982 Teen group Musical Youth put the world singing about…Dutchies. Find out what that really was

The young British-Jamaican band Musical Youth maybe doesn’t ring a bell to many anymore, but their 1982 reggae style song “Pass the Dutchie” perhaps do

In 1983 Bonnie Tyler eclipses every other song in the charts with “Total Eclipse of the Heart”

Bonnie Tyler has been one of the world’s most successful singers, her husky vocals are unquestionably recognizable by almost anyone, but aside of all the hits she scored during her career, her signature song and the one most people still associated her with is the 1983 “Total Eclipse of the Heart”

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

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

American Singer-Songwriter Don McLean turns 80 today

The “American Pie” success made McLean an international star during the early 1970’s, the song remains a strong cultural reference around the world. Don McClean turns 80 today

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

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

John Cougar Mellencamp’s signature song “Jack and Diane” starts a four-week run at No.1 on Hot 100 in 1982

The song “Jack and Diane” remains to date John Cougar Mellencamp’s most successful single

Remembering Frankie Lymon on his 83rd Birthday

The 1950’s band Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers were the mold for similar bands to come such as The Jackson 5, their 1956 hit “Why Do Fools Fall in Love” is still remembered to this day, Frankie Lymon the group’s most memorable member died prematurely at only 25 years old in 1968

Remembering the Electric Warrior Marc Bolan on his 78th Anniversary

We look back at the amazing life and career of the charismatic Glam Rock icon T.Rex’s Marc Bolan on his 78th Anniversary

Remembering “The Killer” Jerry Lee Lewis on his birthday

He was the prototypical Rock Star. Long before the late 60’s and 70’s era of rock stardom excess, Jerry Lee Lewis already was living the wild Rock Star life in the 1950’s. His bad wild boy reputation as well as his non-conventional stage antics that included wild and energetic performances and instrument smash before Rockers did it, earned him the nickname “The Killer”

The Bros twins Luke Goss and Matt Goss turn 57 today

Looking back at the short history of one of the 1980’s British Pop music phenomena. What happened to the good-looking twins Matt and Luke after Bros called it quit? Find out

Suede’s Brett Anderson turns 58

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

The Police another hit with “Don’t Stand So Close to Me” in 1980

The Police scored several hits between the late 1970’s and early 1980’s, their “Greatest Hits” album is literally a non-stop list of hits.

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

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

Remembering Jim Diamond

In 1984 with “I Should Have Known Better,” his most memorable song, he reached No.1 in the U.K and charts in other countries in Europe and Australia, we remember Diamond on his birthday

Jennifer Rush turns 65 today

Responsible for one of the biggest hit ballads from the 1980’s, Jennifer Rush rose to fame during the 1980’s with her hit ballad “The Power of Love,” an enduring 80’s classic

Remembering TV Pioneer Ed Sullivan On His Birthday

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

Remembering Cliff Burton, The Talented Metallica Bass Player

Cliff Burton is often regarded as one of the irreplaceable Metallica core members, the music he made with the band it’s also often regarded as being their best and most creative period, he tragically passed away at the age of 24 on this day in 1986

Revisiting David Bowie’s influential 1980 album “Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps)”

“Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps)” is not often regarded as one of David Bowie’s groundbreaking albums, however it is, the impact and influence it had on Alternative Rock during the 1980’s and 1990’s it’s tremendous

In 1964 The Beach Boys debut on The Ed Sullivan Show

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

Remembering Meat Loaf

Born on this day in 1947, Meat Loaf was one of the most enduring and hard-working artists in the showbiz

The short life of Punk Icon Darby Crash

Darby Crash still may not be as famous as Sid Vicious, but both Punk Rockers were connected by a dysfunctional and controversial life that was cut too short. We remember the Los Angeles Punk Rock icon born 67 years ago today and look back at his life and career

Revisiting “Abbey Road”, The Beatles Swan Song

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

The Glam Rock Icon and Roxy Music frontman Bryan Ferry celebrates 80

One of the earliest Glam and Art Rock expressions of the 1970’s, Roxy Music’s first hit, “Virginia Plain,” made the U.K Top 5 in 1972, and was followed up with several hit singles such as “Ladytron,” “Do the Strand” and “Street Life.” We look back at some of Bryan Ferry’s recording career highlights

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

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

Remembering Robert Palmer

Robert Palmer became worldwide famous during the 1980’s with songs such as “Johnny and Mary” and “Addicted to Love” and he made some of the 1980’s most iconic music videos. We remember the singer who died on this day in 2003

Bruce Dickinson joins Iron Maiden in 1981

The distinctive vocals and stage presence of Bruce Dickinson earned him a name in Rock and immediately won Iron Maiden fans over the original band’s singer who recorded their first two albums

Remembering The Legendary Led Zeppelin Drummer John Bonham

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

Dave Grohl joins Nirvana in 1990

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

Iggy Pop’s Bizarre Interview on French TV 1977

In 1977 Iggy Pop gave this bizarre interview to French TV where he shows his new Japanese shoes and talks about David Bowie

The Strange Days of The Doors

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

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

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

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

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

“Don’t Worry Be Happy” by Bobby McFerrin, an enduring hit

The definitive anthem to positivism “Don’t Worry Be Happy” reached No.1 in the U.S Hot 100 on September 24th, 1988, and by doing so, it became the first ever a-cappella song to make it to that competitive chart

“Karma Chameleon” gives Culture Club another hit in 1983

The song is to many the essence of 80’s Pop music, in 1983 gave Culture Club their second U.K No.1

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

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

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

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

David Bowie releases “Heroes” in 1977

“Heroes” is a product of Bowie’s experimental “Berlin” period, the track was not a huge hit in the UK or US at the time, but went on to become one of Bowie’s signature songs

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

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

“That’ll Be the Day” Hits No. 1 in 1957

One of Buddy Holly’s signature songs and an absolute Rock classic climbed to the top of the charts on this day in 1957

Celebrating Ray “The Genius” Charles Birthday

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

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

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

The Life and Career of The Boss

Bruce Springsteen turns 76 today He is known as The Boss and has been an enduring Rock music force over the last 50 years. A political and social voice and folk poet, Bruce Springsteen has come a long way since the release of his first record in 1973. We look back at his life and career

A journey through the world of Nick Cave: 10 essential songs by one of music’s darkest poets

Despite never aiming to the music charts, Nick Cave was able to cross into the mainstream with his death, religion, love and violence lyrical obsessions alongside dark music, sung by his baritone and emotional voice. Today he celebrates 68

Top 10 Autumn Songs

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

Toni Basil is 82 today

She became worldwide famous with the catchy Pop tune “Mickey” in 1982, but after the success of “Mickey,” Basil would go on to direct videos for the Talking Heads, choreograph tours for David Bowie and bring street dance to the public back in the day

Rock icon Joan Jett turns 67

One of the most influential rockers of all time, she started out as a member of the all-girl band Runaways, and scored her biggest hit in the beginning of her solo career in the 1980’s with “I Love Rock N’ Roll”

It’s the Hard Rock Legend David Coverdale Birthday

He came to prominence during the 1970’s as a replacement for Ian Gillan on Deep Purple. He formed Whitesnake, the successful Hard Rock band that had a string of hits during the 80’s such as “Here I Go Again” and “Is This Love”. David Coverdale turns 74 today

Remembering influential and famed composer Harry Warren

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

Gary Numan’s Synth Classic “Cars” goes No.1 in 1979

The Synth Rock classic “Cars” reached the top of the charts in several countries, and today is regarded as a new wave staple in music history

Radiohead debut single “Creep” is released in 1992

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

Revisiting “In Utero,” Nirvana’s Last Testament

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

Remembering Phil “Philthy Animal” Taylor on his birthday

Motörhead were one of Heavy Metal’s biggest forces, their first period which Taylor was part of, is often considered the one where they did some of the best and greatest songs in their long career

New Romantics Adam and The Ants hits No. 1 in the U.K with “Prince Charming” in 1981

“Prince Charming” was a number-one single in the UK Singles Chart for four weeks starting on September 21st, 1981, for the New Wave/New Romantic band Adam and the Ants and one of their most memorable songs

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

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

Liam Gallagher turns 53 today

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

Leonard Cohen was born on this day in 1934

It wasn’t until 1967, at the age of 33 with his first album, “Songs of Leonard Cohen” that he began his musical career but after he did, he left us a giant legacy in music

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

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

Soundgarden’s Ben Shepperd turns 57 today

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

Guitarist Nuno Bettencourt turns 59

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

Huey Lewis and The News reach No.1 in the Hot 100 charts with “Stuck with You” in 1986

The single was the band’s second number one hit on the Hot 100 chart, following “The Power of Love” in 1985

Remembering Folk-Rock singer-songwriter Jim Croce

The singer-songwriter Jim Croce left behind a successful career and a promising future in music when he died on September 20th, 1973

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

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

David Bowie goes No.1 on Hot 100 with “Fame” in 1975 with a little help from John Lennon

The song that was co-written by Bowie during his American period with John Lennon and longtime collaborator guitarist Carlos Alomar, was Bowie’s first No.1 in the U.S

Revisiting Pearl Jam’s second album “Vs.”

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

Celebrating Mama Cass Elliot Birthday

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

Lita Ford turns 67 today!

The former Runaways singer and ultimate 80’s Metal chick joined the all-female rock band the Runaways at 16 and had a successful solo career during the 1980’s

Remembering the man who made The Beatles Brian Epstein on his 91st Birthday

He wasn’t and still is not as famous as George, John, Paul and Ringo, however, without him there would be no Beatles as we know

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

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

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

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

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

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

The singer and actor Frankie Avalon celebrates 85 today

Known for his clean-cut image and boyish charm, Avalon first rose to fame as a teen idol with a string of hit songs before transitioning to a successful career in Hollywood

Remembering Punk icon Dee Dee Ramone on his 74th Birthday

Looking back at the life and career of the founding member, songwriter, bassist and occasional lead vocalist for the Ramones, Dee Dee Ramone

KISS appears for the first time without make-up in 1983

KISS appeared without their ‘make-up’ for the first time during an interview on MTV promoting the release of their newest album, “Lick It Up on September 18th, 1983

Queen films an unconventional “Bicycle Race” at Wimbledon Stadium in 1978

The promotional video for “Bicycle Race” featured 65 naked women racing at Wimbledon Greyhound Stadium and it was filmed on September 17th, 1978

The 5th Dimension singer Lamonte McLemore turns 86

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

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

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

B.B King’s Birthday Blues

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

The singer-songwriter Richard Marx turns 62 today

During the late 1980’s and early 1990’s, singer-songwriter Richard Marx ruled the charts with his easy listen Rock and Pop music, most notably with the ballad “Right Here Waiting”

Remembering The Electric Warrior Marc Bolan

An absolute icon of Glam Rock, T.Rex’s Marc Bolan passed away 48 years ago on this day. We look back at his life and career

In 1984 “Relax” the controversial debut single by Frankie Goes to Hollywood, became the longest running chart hit since 1967

One of the most controversial and most commercially successful records of the decade “Relax” sold a reported 2 million copies in the UK alone, making it the seventh best-selling single in the UK Singles Chart’s history and would be the first song to emphasize the then, shock impact of Frankie members Holly Johnson’s and Paul Rutherford’s open homosexuality

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

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

Elvis Presley reaches No.1 on Hot 100 with “Don’t Be Cruel” in 1956

Don’t Be Cruel” written by famed composer Otis Blackwell. One of Presley’s signature songs, it went on to become also one of his best-selling singles, by 1961 sales had exceeded 6 million

Looking back at Punk icon Johnny Ramone

The Ramones became the most successful American Punk band having developed a cult worldwide during their early years that lasts to this day and Johnny Ramone a vital piece of their distinctive sound

David Bowie wins the first ever MTV VMA Best Male Video in 1984

David Bowie was one of the pioneers on the music video industry, understanding the importance of it during the late 70’s. In 1984 he wins the first ever Best Male Video at the VMA’s

Looking back at the talented Amy Winehouse on her 42nd Birthday

Amy Winehouse was one of the most successful artists of the 21st century, a contemporary music jewel unusual in artists of her generation

A-ha’s Morten Harket turns 66 today

A-ha scored charts worldwide in 1985 with their hit “Take on Me” and Morten Harket’s distinctive vocals been described as “the greatest falsetto in the history of pop music EVER…”

Remembering Paul Kossoff on his birthday

Free’s Paul Kossoff is considered one of the most influential Rock guitarists, he was ranked 51st in Rolling Stone magazine list of the “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time”

The Metal legend Dave Mustaine turns 64

The former Metallica lead guitarist and Megadeth founder and frontman has been one of the leading forces in bringing Metal to mainstream music charts

Chicago founding member Peter Cetera turns 81

Aside of the successful career with the band Chicago, Peter Cetera scored two of the 1980’s most memorable hits, “Glory of Love” and “The Next Time I Fall”

Film score composer Hans Zimmer turns 68

The German composer is a well-known name from movie lovers across the world, he has produced, performed and composed over 200 film scores to his name, and forever changed the landscape of film music

Remembering the Soul legend Barry White who was born on this day in 1944

With songs such as “You’re the First, the Last, My Everything” he sold over 100 million records worldwide throughout his rich career

Remembering The Man in Black

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

Remembering Heavy Metal Pioneer Dickie Peterson

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

Electronic music legend Moby turns 60 today

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

The founder and former frontman of The Verve Richard Ashcroft turns 54 today

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

The Culture Club drummer Jon Moss turns 6

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

“Rock Around the Clock” gets banned in several theaters in 1956

Made mainly to capitalize on Haley’s success and the popularity of his multimillion-selling recording “Rock Around the Clock”, the movie takes credit as the first ever Rock N’ Roll musical

The Time The Beatles Went Baroque

The Beatles’ Revolver remains one of the most audacious and sonically diverse collections of music ever to be laid to tape. Following the similarly groundbreaking Rubber Soul released the year prior, Revolver saw the world’s greatest pop band making a brazen statement of musical intent.

The Jackson Five turn into cartoons on ABC in 1971

On September 11th, 1971, The Jackson Five Saturday morning cartoon series produced by Rankin/Bass and Motown Productions debuts on ABC from September 11, 1971, to October 14, 1972

Peter Gabriel makes history on the 1987 MTV VMA’s with “Sledgehammer”

Former Genesis member Peter Gabriel made history at the MTV Video Music Awards on September 11th, 1987, with his influential video “Sledgehammer”

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 80

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 75 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 68

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 68 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 58 today!

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

The Eurythmics co-founder Dave Stewart turns 73

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 89th 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 74 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 78

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”

A-ha guitarist and founder Paul Waaktaar turns 64

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”

The Cardigans singer Nina Persson turns 51

Swedish band The Cardigans scored several hits during the 1990’s including the memorable “Lovefool,” today singer and lyricist Nina Persson turns 51

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

Remembering Dolores O’Riordan

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

Genius musician and Pink Floyd founder Roger Waters turns 82

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

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

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

Jimi Hendrix makes his final live appearance in September, 1970

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

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

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

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

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

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 79th 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 65

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 55

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 83 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 70 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 68 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 79 today

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

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

The Scorpions founder and guitarist Rudolf Schenker turns 77 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 55 today

Legendary Radio DJ John Peel was born 86 years ago

One of the most important DJs in modern music history, the British John Peel left a strong and enduring legacy from a career that had as much impact and importance as the thousands of bands he promoted

The “Papa John” John Phillip’s controversial life

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

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

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

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 67th Anniversary Special

6 Special Features including new articles and quizzes to mark The King of Pop 67th 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 67th 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 64 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 60

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 34

“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 69

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

“The Demon” Gene Simmons turns 76

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 74

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 57 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 77

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 64

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 64

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 58 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 54

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 77th 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 76 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 80

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 62

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 58 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 42

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 67

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 67th Birthday

Madonna Louise Ciccone doesn’t need introductions, the living legend who was born on August 16, 1958, turns an amazing 67th 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 67

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 64

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 56

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 71

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 76: 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 82 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 62 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 62nd birthday

U2’s The Edge turns 64

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 67: 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

Pat Smear turns 66: 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 56th 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

Remembering Tony Bennett

Born 98 years ago today, he was one of the last surviving living legends of the golden crooning and jazz era and never thought of retiring, He continued as prolific as ever and also outspoken until the day he died.

The Top 20 Metallica Songs on James Hetfield 62nd Birthday

One of the most influential bands of the last 40 years, Metallica’s adventure begun during the early 1980’s when James Hetfield answered a classified advertisement by drummer Lars Ulrich. Today James Hetfield turns 62 and we look back at his life, career and Metallica’s Top 20 Songs

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 70

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 70

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 66 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 62 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 67

The unique British singer Kate Bush is one of the most unique and recognizable voices over the last 40 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 84

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

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

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 76 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”

90’s Alternative Rock Star Juliana Hatfield turns 58

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

82 Licks: Mick Jagger Birthday Special

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

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 67

Cradle Of Filth’s vocalist and founder Dani Filth turns 52

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

Farewell Ozzy

Some obituaries are harder to write than others. With Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne pioneered the heavy metal genre during the 1970s. His unique vocals, mannerisms, legendary lifestyle, and larger-than-life persona made him an icon. He didn’t just write a chapter in the history of rock music—he wrote an entire book. While his rocker image and reality TV fame often overshadowed the man behind the persona, Ozzy was, at his core, a humble and loving individual. He gave generously to charitable causes, including medical research and LGBTQ initiatives, of which he was a dedicated ally. Farewell dear Ozzy.

The Depeche Mode maestro Martin Gore celebrates 64 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

Slash turns 60: 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 60

Rick Davies, the co-founder, vocalist and keyboardist of Supertramp turns 81 today

Rick Davies not only co-founded Supertramp but also played keyboard, sung lead and back vocals, wrote or co-wrote the majority of the band’s songs. We look back at his career in Supertramp today that he turns 81

The guitarist Jim Martin celebrates 64 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’s Roses debut “Appetite for Destruction” – A collection of outstanding and enduring Rock hits

The influential and outstanding, Guns N’s 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 77

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

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 80 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 61 years ago today, we remember his voice and his music on this Top 10 Soundgarden Songs

The legendary Carlos Santana turns 78

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

Pearl Jam co-founder and guitarist Stone Gossard turns 59

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 59 today

The Sex Pistols drummer Paul Cook turns 70

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 78, 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 63 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 37 years after her untimely passing

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

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

Remembering Ian Stewart, the forgotten Rolling Stone on his birthday

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

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 84 today

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

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 79 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 62

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 62, 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 83 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 74 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 66 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 68 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 66 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 71 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

The Top 10 Most Popular Hole songs

The Grunge Queen Courtney Love was born on this day in 1964 and to celebrate her 61st birthday look back at the Top 10 most popular Hole songs

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

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

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

Soft Cell singer Marc Almond turns 68

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 68 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 66 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 66 today

Beck celebrates 55 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 64 years ago.

Singer Joan Osborne turns 63 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 85 today and we look back at the 11 Beatles songs where he sung lead

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

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 64 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 64 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 78

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,” 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 75

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 75 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 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”

Remembering the genius of Alan Wilson

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

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

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

The electronic music genius Vince Clarke celebrates 65

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 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

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 62 today

Roddy Bottum helped to develop and create the Faith No More’s signature sound during the 1980’s, an essential part of the band, Roddy turns 62 today, in recent years he released his music project Man on Man, an album made with his life partner Joey Holman featuring songs based on life as a gay man. We look back at his life and career

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 80 and we look back at Blondie’s Top 10 songs

The Australian singer John Farnham turns 76

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 76

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 57

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 57

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 64 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 69 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 69 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