Motor Head and Black Sabbath Rivalry
Even though Black Sabbath doesn't have a Motorhead chapter in its extensive list of official support clubs, the two bands have been closely linked for decades. The relationship is so strong that one of the reasons cited for Tony Iommi and Geezer…
1245Disco Music Became Huge in The 70s
The 1970s was a decade of change. A global recession, oil crisis and finally, the first outbreak of pandemic influenza in almost 200 years. The disco soon became a symbol of excess, but music lovers simply could not get enough of it for the next…
1168The Impact of Nirvana in Today's Contemporary Rock Scene
The impact of Nirvana has been felt in virtually every corner of the music industry. The rise of grunge in the early ‘90s gave way to a new generation of rock bands that were much less glossed-up than those that had come before them. These…
1008The Biggest Solo Artists in the Nineties
The 1990s was a great time for music. New genres emerged, such as grunge and hip-hop, while others like pop and rock peaked in terms of popularity thanks to the rise of boy bands and girl groups. The decade also saw solo artists become more…
1045The Bands and British Contemporary Rock
With the rise of American rock bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam back in the 1990s and the continuing success of bands such as The Foo Fighters and Red Hot Chili Peppers today, many people assume that modern rock music is a distinctly American…
865What Happened to The Happy Mondays?
The Happy Mondays were one of the most successful and influential bands to emerge from the Madchester scene in the late 1980s. They signed to Warner subsidiary Reprise Records and released their debut album in 1990, which reached number three on…
897Music, Drugs and the Songs they were written for in the 1970s
The 1970s were a transformative period of time for music and culture. New sounds, attitudes, and experiences emerged in response to the tumultuous world around us. The years following the Vietnam War, civil rights movement, sexual revolution,…
1688Alternative Rock Music Got Better in the 90s
From Nirvana’s Nevermind to Radiohead’s OK Computer, the 1990s were the decade of alternative rock. Following in the wake of the Smiths, The Pixies and other bands that kicked against mainstream culture in the 1980s, a new generation of…
944Taylor Swift, her rise to Fame and Fortune
In the last decade, we have seen an unprecedented level of influence on social media and online platforms. The millennial generation has led to a spike in digital usage, as this generation is glued to their smartphones and social media accounts.…
1015The Iconic Songs of Brooks & Dunn
Brooks & Dunn are the undisputed kings of the 1990s new country movement. Coming on the heels of their first album, 1991’s cowboy-themed “New Red Blood” brought them to the peak of their careers and influenced a new generation of country…
1016Pop Culture and Fashion in the seventies
The 1970s was an exciting time for pop culture and fashion. The Vietnam War, civil rights movement, Women’s Rights movement, and the growth of the internet all influenced how people dressed in the seventies. It was also a challenging time…
1037The Birth of Rave and Techno
The 1990s saw the rise of electronic music as a mainstream movement. In the UK, this was largely thanks to an emerging rave scene and the emergence of a new genre: techno. Both of these musical phenomena have origins that can be traced back to…
1144A Guide to Country Music in Japan
Japan has long been home to many ex-pat musicians and groups of all genres. From the blues and jazz that was so popular in the post-war period, to the EDM craze of the last decade, there have always been non-native musicians living and making…
1243The use of Ecstasy to Create Music in The 90s
In the 1990s, a culture of rave parties and club drugs emerged. This new counterculture was centered around fast-paced techno music, dance and house music, psychedelic experiences, and in particular the drug ecstasy. Ecstasy is a psychoactive…
906About Country Music Outside America
Country music is a genre that has grown in popularity over the last few decades. The music style itself has its roots firmly planted in American traditions and culture, but it has managed to expand to other parts of the world as well. In some…
985The Many Genres of Music in the 70s
The 1970s saw punk, funk, disco and a lot of other subgenres emerge as the decade progressed. The 70s also saw the end of the hippie movement and a return to more conservative values. In music, this meant that there was less experimentation with…
2685Country Rock and the Success of Taylor Swift
Country music has become a more diverse genre than ever before. From traditionalist hat acts to Nashville pop stars, there’s something for just about any kind of country fan. Even so, the format hasn’t seen as much crossover success recently…
1198Is Metallica the biggest Metal Band?
It is not only the world’s biggest metal band but also the biggest band in general. Metallica has sold more albums than any other metal band and ranks among the top-selling artists of all time, with over 110 million album sales. In this…
1041Madonna is probably the Most Successful Female Artist in History
In a recent interview with Vogue, singer and producer Diplo admitted that he would not be collaborating with Madonna again because she is too successful. “I can’t really help someone who won’t help themselves, you know?” he said.…
1083British Culture and Heavy Metal Music
Heavy metal is a cultural phenomenon that has its roots buried deep in the soil of Western culture. Heavy metal is not only about subverting the norm and challenging social norms, but also about preserving tradition. Heavy metal music has been…
1074Our List of Original Metal Bands
Heavy metal is an extremely broad genre. It incorporates many different subgenres and has been around for almost as long as rock music has existed. There are so many bands that have come to prominence in the world of heavy metal, and there are…
1169The Biggest and Influential Heavy Metal Songs
Heavy metal is a genre that has grown and expanded in many different ways over the past 40 or so years. While it might not be as popular as other genres of music, heavy metal certainly isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Now, heavy metal has…
1022The Biggest Heavy Metal Bands in History
Heavy metal music is a genre that has exploded in popularity over the years. Current heavy metal bands have widespread global appeal and are becoming more popular than ever. With some of the biggest bands seeing a resurgence in attention (thanks…
1161The Birth of Heavy Metal Music
Heavy metal music has grown a lot in the last few decades. It is now one of the most popular genres, and millions of people listen to it every day. However, heavy metal wasn’t always that way. It used to be quite different from what it is…
1295The Biggest American Bands in the Eighties
The 1980s were a time of excess in America. President Reagan’s budget-friendly policies, termed “Reaganomics,” encouraged businesses to increase their profits by cutting costs and streamlining production processes. This trickle down…
1123Billy Joel’s Career and Musical Success
Billy Joel is the third-bestselling recording artist of all time, with his career spanning over 45 years. He has sold over 150 million records and recorded 21 top 40 hits. His self-titled album was the first from any artist to reach triple…
1171The Relation Between Heavy Metal and Thrash
Thrash metal emerged in the 1980s as a response to the growing popularity of heavy metal, punk rock and other aggressive underground music. As thrash grew more popular, it became clear that thrash was, in fact, its own unique subgenre. It has…
1273The Queen of R & B is Aretha Franklyn
Aretha Franklin, known as the Queen of Soul, is one of the greatest singers of all time. Her unique vocal range and soulful voice have made her one of the most influential singers in American music. Aretha Franklin was born on March 25th, 1942…
885The Biggest and Best Music Acts in the 1980s
The 1980s were a decade of excess, from overly produced music videos and hair-bands to the prominence of luxury brands like Versace and Armani. Music was no different, with pop culture being dominated by the synth sound and singers with big hair…
1385Elvis Presley is The King of Pop and Rock Music
Today, there are countless singers, bands, and groups that have found success with their music and performances. Many artists have dedicated followers who will see them on tour or buy tickets to see them in concert. But while some artists may…
943The Legend Marvin Gaye had a Huge Struggle with Depression
Marvin Gaye is known as one of the most influential and talented artists in music history. His music not only created a lasting impact on the R&B genre but also sparked inspiration for future generations of creative minds. However, there was…
1131R & B made Michael Jackson The King of Pop
Michael Jackson is the King of Pop and one of the best-selling artists in history. His revolutionary music and dance style have inspired the world and changed the landscape of popular culture forever. As a child, Michael was a fan of music,…
1025Ray Charles was Blind but a Not Blind to Music
Ray Charles was a legendary singer, songwriter, pianist, and recording artist. He is one of the most influential and successful blues and rhythm and blues (R&B) performers of the 20th century. He is also known as the “Father of Modern Blues”…
984The Milestone Songs of Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson was an artist who never ceased to surprise and amaze his fans. From Thriller to Bad, the King of Pop consistently kept his audience on their toes with each new release. The third album released by Jackson as a solo artist also…
1087The Biggest Solo Artists Globally in the Eighties
The 1980s were a dynamic decade for music, with new genres breaking through and old ones reaching new heights of commercial success. After punk and post-punk paved the way in the late 1970s, alongside disco and funk, there was a wave of new…
1087Led Zeppelin and Their Stairway to Heaven
Led Zeppelin’s untimely demise in 1980 coincided with the band’s apex as an artistically relevant and successful rock band. Shortly before their final tour, the group released In Through The Out Door, their seventh and final studio album.…
1078Pink Floyd and the Dark Side of the Moon
The album The Dark Side of the Moon was released in 1973 and is considered one of the greatest albums of all time. The record was so popular that it has sold over 50 million copies as of 2018, with international sales exceeding 100 million…
916Alternative styles of Music that Thrived in The Eighties
Punk Rock in the 80’s was a weird and wonderful time for music. It was a perfect storm of influences, genres and ideas coming together to produce some of the best music from the movement. Look no further than this list for examples. For…
1056Queen and their Musical Legacy
The iconic band Queen has influenced generations of music lovers with their unique sound and style. Both their music and image have been credited with breaking down barriers in the New Romantic movement, which emerged from the post-punk rock…
1776Still Going Strong - The Rolling Stones
The Rolling Stones continue to show no signs of slowing down. Although their original career peak came in the 1960s, when they released a string of classic singles such as "Satisfaction" and "Paint It Black" and toured the world on “The Bigger…
900Some of the Influential Bands in the 70s
The music scene in the 1970s was ripe with artistry, diversity, and innovation. Rock, disco, punk and new wave all thrived during this decade. But while there were so many great bands that emerged around this time, not all of them remain…
1106Pop Culture and Couture in the eighties
The 1980s saw a change in attitude and style, from the punk and New Wave movements of the 1970s to a more glamorous and consumerist look. With technology at its peak and computers becoming more affordable, people were able to express themselves…
1058Take That were the new Beatles
The release of Take That’s album and tour of the same name in 1992 is often cited as one of the first instances of a new boy band taking the world by storm. Unlike their counterparts and predecessors, who had struggled to gain recognition and…
934The Beatles - The Most Influential Band in History
When you think of influential bands, who comes to mind? The Rolling Stones? U2? Nirvana? It’s no secret that rock and roll has seen many great bands throughout its existence, but few have had as much of an impact on the genre as The Beatles.…
1108Sex, Drugs and Rock n Roll in the 1980s
The 1980s was the decade of excess. In the previous decade, punk and New Wave had turned upside down the world of music. The new digital revolution arrived together with personal computers, advanced home video game systems, and MTV. It was also…
1182The Who and Their Influence on The Mod Culture
When the Britpop scene was at its peak, there was a certain segment of youth who were inspired by The Who. They were the Mods or modernists who revived that particular subculture with their own interpretation of it. The Mod subculture originated…
1076Legendary Pop Music Bands in the 1970s
The 1970s was a decade that saw the rise of many big pop music bands. From disco to punk rock and everything in between, this was the decade that put groups like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Beach Boys out of favor. In their place…
1155The Biggest Albums Sold in The 1980s
Shortly after the invention of the phonograph, music was recorded as a premium product to be bought and sold. The first-ever record sold in 1890 for 50 cents. It wasn’t until the 1980s that albums became something other than collectors’…
1085Elton John and His Amazing History
Elton John is an English singer-songwriter, author and philanthropist with a career spanning over five decades. As a musician he has sold more than 250 million records, making him one of the most successful recording artists in history. He has…
909How Contemporary Rock Has Evolved Since the 80s
When you think of rock music, images of leather-clad rockers from the 80s probably come to mind. After all, this decade had a particularly strong focus on this type of music. It’s no wonder that there are so many people who think that rock has…
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Hippies and the Woodstock Music Festival
Music Festivals in The Sixties
The Biggest Pop Music Bands in the Sixties
The Birth of The Beatles and Beatlemania
The Biggest Record Sales in the 1960s