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Some folks in the Western hemisphere claim that punk rock is the earliest form of outsider music. Like outsider art, musicians in this wild genre were typically unskilled and played …

Many folks think of reggae as the sound of Jamaica. And they’re not wrong! The danceable beats have that unmistakable island vibe we all know and love. But do you …

Many have considered Stand By Your Man a controversial song since its release. However, musicians ruffling feathers with lyrics isn’t anything new. So, why were so many offended by the …

One of the most beloved singers from the 1970s and 80s, Daryl Hall, is also an internet pioneer. When he had the idea to create his YouTube series, Live from …

Almost every rock music fan knows the name Stevie Ray Vaughan. And, even if the blues aren’t your thing, you’ve heard and probably loved his tunes. One of the most …

Throughout the 1970s, several all-women bands made a splash in music. Not only did they create catchy tunes, but they also inspired generations of young girls to pursue their dreams. …

Chrissie Hynde is one of the most enduring musical voices in rock. Since topping the charts with her band The Pretenders in the 1980s, she’s made her own path to …

As one of the all-time greatest bands, Journey’s 2024 Freedom Tour could be a swan song for the group.  A fight between original member Neal Schon and longtime collaborator Jonathan …

Songs released in the 1950s were influential in many ways. They offered something very different from the music of previous decades.  But what made these tunes stand out and remain …

Stevie Ray Vaughan released a series of hit songs in the early 80s. His incredible guitar talents put blues music front and center. Unfortunately, a tragic helicopter crash in 1990 …