’70s New York City Artists: Discover the Big 4
New York City in the ’70s was a place of reinvention and variety the likes of which could hardly be compared to other places. In the same evening, you could attend a poetry reading in a church on St. Mark’s,…
Big 4 of 60s New York City Artists Explained
They say about New York City: if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere. The definition of “making it” is broad and varies for different individuals, but one undeniable truth about New York is that people from…
Rock: Comparing Old School and New School Styles
What is your favorite genre this week – classic rock or contemporary rock? That’s what we want to know as we prepare to deliver an exciting rock block either way as part of this week’s Chuck’s Fight Club on the…
’90s Acts Snubbed by the Hall of Fame: Five Notable Examples
We conclude our series of decade-by-decade Rock & Roll Hall of Fame snubs by highlighting some very deserving ‘90s acts that still haven’t earned induction. The ’90s delivered the grunge revolution, ushering in a new era of alternative rock. Hair…
Pink Floyd Solo Albums Ranked: Best to Worst
Not all Pink Floyd solo careers are treated equally, despite the notable contributions all five members made to their platinum-selling success story. Every Pink Floyd solo career had a through line, though: None of them was interested in mounting a…
Best Pop-Punk and Emo Love Songs: Top 22 Picks
Valentine’s Day playlists may traditionally be dominated by R&B jams and cheesy pop ballads, but rock fans know there are other — way better — options, which is why we’ve assembled 22 of our favorite pop-punk and emo love songs….
Best Breakup Albums in Rock Music
There are many ways to navigate a breakup, some constructive and others less so, but music is one of the safer, more cathartic choices. Perhaps you’re feeling angry or betrayed and need to release some of that steam by belting…
Platonic Love Songs: 25 Heartfelt Tracks to Enjoy
Key Takeaways Definition: Platonic love songs celebrate friendships and familial bonds rather than romantic relationships. Diverse Genres: The list includes tracks from various genres and decades, showcasing the universal theme of friendship. Emotional Impact: These songs resonate with listeners, reminding…
Solo Albums Ranked for Classic-Era Guns N’ Roses Members
Before you read our list of the best solo albums from every classic-era member of Guns N’ Roses, it’s important that we specify what their classic era actually was. Obviously, the five-piece lineup that appeared on GN’R’s world-changing debut album…
Solo Albums Ranked for Classic-Era Guns N’ Roses Members
Before you read our list of the best solo albums from every classic-era member of Guns N’ Roses, it’s important to clarify what their classic era actually was. Obviously, the five-piece lineup that appeared on GN’R’s world-changing debut album Appetite…
Top 30 Albums from 1986 You Need to Hear
The cultural melting pot stirred by music tastes in the mid-’80s brought to the surface several styles and genres that barely existed a decade earlier. By 1986, it wasn’t all that rare to find music as diverse as heavy metal…
Genesis Solo Albums Ranked: The Best and the Worst
Not all Genesis solo careers were created equal. That’s no surprise to anyone who watched as ex-frontman Peter Gabriel battled both Mike Rutherford and the now-Phil Collins-led main band for chart supremacy in mid-1986. The more intriguing wrinkle is how…