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.…
1132The Biggest Pop Music Bands in the Eighties
The 1980s was a decade of excess and pop music was no exception. The period was marked by the dominance of new wave, followed by an explosion of teen pop, or bubblegum, as it's also known. The decade gave rise to some of the biggest pop music…
890Rihanna is Huge and Getting Better
When you think of the word "superstar," images of celebrities like Beyoncé or Jay Z probably come to mind. But some under-the-radar singers may not be as famous as them but have just as much potential to someday become super famous. One such…
369What is Country Rock Music in America?
Country rock is a subgenre of American roots music that blends the sounds of country and rock. It's not a new hybrid genre, but rather an expansion of its own origin. The history of country rock music can be traced back to the early 1970s when…
1050Some of the Amazing Songs of Etta James
Etta James is one of the greatest singers of our time. Her voice is so rich and filled with raw emotion that it has moved even the hardest of listeners to tears. Her songs are filled with passion, sensitivity, and pain. They tackle subjects like…
815The 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…
1020The 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…
896Elton 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…
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