Big 4 of East Coast Hair Metal Explained
Who are the “Big 4” of East Coast hair metal bands? It’s not as ridiculous a proposition as you might think. And before you get your hackles up: Yes, we know hair metal originated as a disparaging term retroactively applied…
Mastodon Albums Ranked from Best to Worst
Here is a ranking of all eight Mastodon studio albums, from worst to best. When all is said and done, Mastodon may go down as the most important American heavy metal band of their generation – what Metallica were to…
20 Bands with Iconic Lineups Ready to Reunite
You wouldn’t think Poison and U2 would have much in common, but guess what? They are the only two major classic rock bands who are currently using their most famous lineups. Bono, the Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen, Jr….
Best Black Metal Covers of Metallica Songs Revealed
Join us in celebrating Metallica with the five best covers of their hits by black metal bands. Have songs more black metal in spirit than “Bleeding Me” and “Fade to Black” ever existed?! Of course not! Accordingly, Metallica receive no…
The Clash Albums Ranked from Least to Most Impressive
There was a time when the Clash were called “the only band that matters.” And for a time, it seemed like that wasn’t just record-company hyperbole designed to sell records and concert tickets, but an indisputable fact. They released only…
Megadeth Lead Guitarists Ranked from Worst to Best
Assembling this list of Megadeth lead guitarists ranked from worst to best was not an easy task — because, frankly, it’s crazy to label any of these players as the “worst” of anything. However, when evaluating a group of “10s,”…
Black Sabbath Albums Ranked from Least to Most Acclaimed
If the following list of Black Sabbath albums ranked worst to best proves one thing, it’s that fans write off the band’s obscure and latter-day records at their own peril. Everybody knows (and damn well better love) the Ozzy Osbourne…
Most-Played Classic Rock Songs on Radio in 2025
Key Takeaways Classic Rock Dominance: In 2025, 25 of the 40 most-played songs on classic rock radio were from the ’80s. Top Hits: The Black Crowes’ “Hard to Handle” and Steve Miller Band’s “The Joker” are among the most-played tracks….
Top 50 Songs from 1979 You Need to Hear
Key Takeaways Music Diversity: The late 1970s saw a mix of genres like pop, rock, and disco culminating in unique collaborations. Artist Evolution: Established artists like Eagles and Led Zeppelin continued to release relevant music while new voices emerged. Chart…
Best Prog Metal Songs Over 20 Minutes Ranked
Here are the six best progressive metal songs over 20 minutes long (ranked)! Many metal styles – such as grindcore, metalcore, thrash metal, and death metal – are known for having short song lengths. In contrast, and similar to the…
Legendary Rockers Who Attended High School Together
Here are five instances when rock musicians attended the same high school before achieving success later in life. Some instantly bonded and formed a band, while others reconnected only after receiving nominations at awards shows following their rise to fame….
Worst Eagles Solo Albums: A Ranking of the Bottom 10
Key Insights Solo Challenges: Many Eagles members struggled to achieve the same success as their band. Musical Shifts: The ’80s brought pop-rock albums that alienated original fans. Personal Struggles: Addiction affected Joe Walsh’s solo career until his recovery in the…