As many experts claim, The Smiths are still one of the most influential bands of the 1980s. Their last concert took place almost 35 years ago, but their influence on…
Classic Rock Bands of the ‘70s and ‘80s
For multiple decades they were kings of the charts having given fans hit after hit that, in many ways are just as popular today. In some cases, even more so….
The Best Lineup Changes in Rock Part 2
AC/DC There’s no doubt about it: AC/DC just won’t be rattled. After the sad passing of Bon Scott in 1980, the band continued to blast out their own style of…
The Best Lineup Changes in Rock Part 1
There have been numerous classic bands who would take great pride in claiming that they were responsible for one of rock history’s more successful lineup changes. There’s no denying, however,…
Who Was Bigger: Elvis or The Beatles? – Part 2
The greatest thing that probably happened to the myth of The Beatles was them splitting up, at least according to Lennon in 1980. He believed that they created something bigger…
Who Was Bigger: Elvis or The Beatles? – Part 1
It can be hard to determine when looking back at The Fab Four and the King of Rock ’n’ Roll who really was the biggest and who had the most…
The Rock Subgenres that Shook Up the 1980s
Looking at rock music in the 80s through the lens of its key subgenres is an interesting way to look back on the various sounds that came out of rock…
The Best Classic Rock Bands That Are Still Together
Rock and roll has been around for more than six decades, and in that time a lot of bands have already come and gone. However, there are some bands that…
How the Beatles Changed Rock Music
Considered one the most creative bands to ever hit popular music and the most beloved band of all time, the Beatles has influenced generations. The British group has redefined the…
Manchester Bands That Changed Music
Manchester and the surrounding area have produced some of the biggest names in music. These artists and bands are famous not only in Britain, but worldwide. Something about the city…