Some of the Biggest Selling Acts in the Seventies
In the 1970s, punk and New Wave began to shift the emphasis away from long-haired, heavy-rock acts. And while there were still plenty of stadium rockers and glam bands around, a new breed of singer-songwriter was beginning to take center stage.…
1252The Biggest American Solo Artists in Eighties Music
If you’ve paid attention to popular music over the years, you’re likely aware that being a solo artist isn’t easy. It takes a lot of work and dedication to make it as a solo artist in any genre of music. The eighties were no different, but…
662Eminem is The Biggest Rap Artist in America
Did you know that Eminem is the biggest rapper in America? It’s true. While many of his peers have fallen by the wayside or retired, the 42-year-old rapper from Detroit just keeps on trucking. Eminem recently released his ninth studio album,…
1260Country and Westerns Biggest Selling Bands
Country music and Westerns are a mutual love for many. The two genres have grown popular over the last few decades and remain some of the most favorite music genres among fans. Both sub-genres of country music have produced legendary artists,…
547The Biggest American Metal Bands and in the U.S.
Heavy metal is a global phenomenon, but its strongest roots remain in the United States and Europe. The top American heavy metal bands continue to produce fantastic new music, appealing to old fans and winning over new ones. If you’re looking…
704Some 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…
1164The 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’…
1156The 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…
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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