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As the freewheeling days of the ‘60s wound down, the sturdy trunk of American Rock and Roll that dominated airwaves since Little Richard and Chuck Berry first planted seeds was being cleaved into a pair of increasingly disparate boughs: that of the Beatles, with its whimsical pop-sensibility and wide-eyed adventurousness, and the more traditional, Blues leaning style of the Rolling Stones.
Did you know that there's a mathematical reason that you love We Will Rock You and that critics originally wrote Queen off as dinosaurs who would never make it big? We can’t wait for Classic Albums Live to bring Queen: News of the World to the Jack Singer Concert Hall this February, so it’s time for another five fun facts that you might not know about one of the most applauded rock bands of all time.
When someone asks you about reggae music, what do you think of? For many, it's the laid-back tones and signature style of Bob Marley; for others, the warm clime and rich history of Jamaica. But to any ardent reggae fan today, the answer is simple: Luciano.
Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon has sold tens of millions of copies since its release in 1973, making it one of the best-selling albums of all time. But Pink Floyd hasn’t always seen such success, and the album has some interesting quirks. Think you know your favourite music? It’s time to test your knowledge by reading five surprising facts about this iconic album.
When sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson joined a little-known band called Army in Vancouver, BC, it wasn't long before their efforts turned the group into what we know today: Heart. Their debut album Dreamboat Annie was released in Canada in 1975, closely followed by a US release in 1976 to much acclaim, producing hits like Crazy on You and Magic Man. With such a strong start, anyone who voiced doubts over the band was quickly biting their tongues - after all, who doesn't immediately know the lyrics to Barracuda when that iconic guitar riff starts playing?
Joe. Mr. Long Island. Piano Man. Whatever you call him, Billy Joel is synonymous with some of the greatest songs of all time. But prior to the release of The Stranger in 1977, Joel was about to be dropped by Columbia records after 4 albums peaked low on the charts. So what makes The Stranger so special? How did it make Billy Joel a household name? Read on for five things you might not know about Billy Joel and this titular album.
The name Aida Cuevas may be new to some, but it is a household staple to many. With 39 albums under her belt and both Grammy and Latin Grammy awards to boot, "the Queen of Ranchera music" has worn her title with pride since her first performance at only 11 years old.
Judith Hill has already proven herself to be a powerhouse vocalist and top-of-the-line performer. But behind the glitz of The Mechanic and the glam of Baby I'm Hollywood, this musician has an equally robust resume. Here are five things you may not know about Judith Hill.
