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1. 3 Rock Songs From 1998 That Still Make Me Smile Today
   Oct 3, 2026 · original
   American rock band Aerosmith (Singer Steven Tyler,) perform at the release party in support of their album "Nine Lives" on March 18, 1997 at The Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, New York. (Photo By Larry Busacca/Getty Images) The latter part of the 1990s includes some of the best rock music ever released. Among the great rock songs that came out towards the end of the decade are these three tunes. All out in 1998, I still can’t help but smile when I hear them today. “I Don’t Want to Miss A Thing” by Aerosmith Written by Diane Warren, Aerosmith’s “ I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing ” became one of their biggest hits. The Grammy-nominated song is part of the blockbuster film Armageddon , starring Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck, and Liv Tyler, daughter of Aerosmith’s lead singer, Steven Tyler. A four-week No. 1 single, “I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing” says, “ Don’t wanna close my eyes / I don’t w
2. Keith Richards Once Kicked Out a Guitarist From a Recording Session for Doing Something That Seems Commonplace Today
   Oct 3, 2026 · original
   Photo by George Rose/Getty Images Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards has never been one to mince words , and like most old men who have been spouting their red-hot opinions since their 20s, many of Richards’ takes didn’t hold up to the test of time. One such opinion came to a head in 1997 during the making of the band’s 23rd studio album, Bridges To Babylon . For historical context, The Rolling Stones had been in the public eye for three decades by this point. The late 1990s prioritized the lingering influence of grunge, the burgeoning Y2K pop movement, and rock ‘n’ roll subgenres that were noticeably younger and less inclusive of the music of older Gen Xers and baby boomers. This cultural shift, paired with pressure from their record label, pushed The Rolling Stones to bring in new producers for a younger, fresher sound. The only problem with a young, fresh sound, of course, is tha
3. 3 One-Hit Wonders From the 1970s That Are Impossible Not To Sing Along To
   Oct 3, 2026 · original
   NAZARETH / Die schottische Rockband NAZARETH, 70er Jahre. Musik, Band, Rock, 70er. (Photo by kpa/United Archives via Getty Images) If you ever want to sing loudly , we have the songs for you. We know what you’re going through. We know that sometimes you just want to turn on the stereo, bring the volume all the way up, and let yourself belt out some lyrics. Here below, we wanted to help you along in your valiant quest. We wanted to provide three tunes from back in the day that were practically made for singing along. Indeed, these are three one-hit wonders from the 1970s that are impossible not to sing along to. “Hooked On A Feeling” by Blue Swede from ‘Hooked On A Feeling’ (1974) Just reading the title of this 1974 song, your brain starts to bubble like champagne. You can quickly start to imagine it playing. You can hear the melodies and the instruments in your mind begin. Of course, mor
4. Is ‘Saturday Night Live’ New Tonight (October 3, 2026)? Host & Musical Guest Details
   Oct 3, 2026 · original
   SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE -- "Dwayne Johnson" Episode 1548 -- Pictured: Saturday Night Live stage -- (Photo by: Dana Edelson/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images) Just last week, Saturday Night Live returned to kick off season 52 with Jalen Brunson filling in as the host and KATSEYE as the musical guests. Besides the night being a celebration of the New York Knicks winning the 2026 NBA Finals, the SNL cast also took a moment to poke fun at rising singer Stella Lefty and the controversy surrounding her hit song “Boston.” But with the weekend finally here, fans want to know – is there a new episode of SNL tonight? Although SNL had taken breaks in the past, the cast wasn’t about to leave the famed Studio 8H on week two. That’s right, a new episode of SNL will be airing tonight. As for the host for the evening, actress Dakota Johnson will take the stage for her third appe
5. Remembering When The Clash Became Unlikely Pop Stars in 1982
   Oct 3, 2026 · original
   Joe Strummer (1952 - 2002, left) and Paul Simonon performing with British punk group The Clash at the Coliseum, Harlesden, London, 11th March 1977. (Photo by Julian Yewdall/Getty Images) Their fans called them “the only band that matters.” For much of their career, The Clash came on like a band to whom it didn’t matter much at all whether their songs broke out in the mainstream pop world. In 1982, however, they suddenly found themselves all over the radio, especially in America. Yet instead of a new beginning, those hits acted as more of a last gasp. Proudly Uncommercial The Clash evolved beyond their punk contemporaries in a hurry because of their restless musical spirit. Although they could do the high-tempo guitar assault with the best of them, their music sprawled over a wide variety of genres. That eclecticism wowed critics but made them a tougher sell on pop radio. This was especia
6. Every Baby Boomer Alive Remembers These 4 Must-Hear Classic Rock Ballads From 1966
   Oct 3, 2026 · original
   LOS ANGELES - MARCH 10: Rock and roll group "The Beach Boys" pose during a portrait session at Pacific Ocean Park in on March 10, 1966 in Los Angeles, California. (L-R) Brian Wilson, Carl Wilson, Al Jardine, Mike Love. (Photo by Earl Leaf/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images) If you’re a baby boomer who loved classic rock ballads back in the day, I bet you still remember hearing at least a few of the following tunes when they first dropped on the radio, way back in 1966. Let’s dive into some soothing, nostalgic jams, shall we? “God Only Knows” by The Beach Boys from ‘Pet Sounds’ This was immediately the first song I thought of when I sat down to write this list. In my opinion, “God Only Knows” is the most stunning song that The Beach Boys ever released, a glittering baroque rock ballad for the ages. And if you look at the charts back in 1966, a lot of listeners felt the same way. “God Only
7. Born 75 Years Ago Today in England, the Genre-Hopping, Grammy-Winning Singer-Songwriter, and Bassist Who Led One of the 1980s’ Most Successful Bands
   Oct 3, 2026 · original
   UNITED STATES - NOVEMBER 29: CAPITOL THEATER Photo of POLICE and STING, Sting performing live onstage, playing Hamer 8 string bass (Photo by Ebet Roberts/Redferns) On this day (October 2) in 1951, Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner was born in Wallsend, Northumberland, England. But you’d likely recognize him as Sting, who got his start as the lead singer, bassist, and primary songwriter for the Police . Selling more than 75 million records, the band gained a global following with hit songs like “Every Breath You Take”, “Roxanne”, and “Message in a Bottle”. While the Police emerged from the British punk scene in the late 1970s, Sting’s musical journey has crossed multiple genre lines — from jazz to reggae to medieval folk. There’s even something in there for the country music fans. The singer has scored CMT Award nominations for “Always On My Side” featuring Sheryl Crow (2007) and “If I Ever Lo
8. 3 Soft Rock Songs From 1978 That Every 70s Kid Still Knows Today
   Oct 3, 2026 · original
   inger and bassist Peter Cetera (left) performing with American rock group, Chicago, USA, September 1978. On the right is percussionist Laudir de Oliveira. (Photo by Michael Putland/Getty Images) The rock music in 1978 had a lot of different styles and tempos. Among the many great songs that came out in 1978 are these three soft rock songs. They are all so good, it’s almost certain that every 70s kid still knows them by heart today. “No Tell Lover” by Chicago Chicago released “No Tell Lover” at the end of 1978. The song, written by band members Peter Cetera , Lee Loughnane, and Danny Seraphine, is part of their Hot Streets record. The sweet melody belies the fact that “No Tell Lover” is actually about infidelity. The song says, “ Every minute is an hour / Every day’s a lonely lifetime / You’re my no tell lover / The little time that we spend together just can’t last forever / You’re my no
9. 4 Glittery Pop Songs From the 70s That You Probably Forgot You Loved
   Oct 2, 2026 · original
   UNITED STATES - JANUARY 01: Photo of Dolly PARTON (Photo by Richard E. Aaron/Redferns) Some songs just sparkle. Here are a few 70s pop songs, from Bee Gees to Dolly Parton, that are undeniably memorable. “How Deep Is Your Love” by Bee Gees This was one of The Bee Gees’ many Saturday Night Fever hits, but it wasn’t supposed to be. Singer Yvonne Elliman was going to be the name attached to the song on the movie’s soundtrack, but a producer wanted the Bee Gees to give it a go. Thank goodness he did, because it’s hard to imagine anyone else singing this one. “How Deep Is Your Love” will never not feel like a Bee Gees staple. “Dancing Queen” by ABBA If you’ve ever been 17, you definitely know the chorus of this one by heart. ABBA’s Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson wrote this song after their manager, Stig Anderson, suggested the title. Even Queen Elizabeth was a fan of this one. According to
10. 3 Rock Songs From the 2000s That Still Sound Fresh, Despite Being 20+ Years Old
    Oct 2, 2026 · original
    The Killers. (Photo by Frank Mullen/WireImage) The early 2000s were a rich era for new evolutions of rock music as the world entered into the 21st century wondering what the next big thing in popular music would be. Indie rock, garage rock revival, and the last inklings of new wave dominated the charts. And when it comes to the following hit rock songs from the 2000s, they manage to still sound fresh and enjoyable after more than 20 years. Let’s take a look, shall we? “Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes from ‘Elephant’ (2003) Sometimes less is more, and that much was proven by the insane success of “Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes in 2003. This bluesy alt-rock hit was a smash on the charts, reaching No. 1 in the UK and on the Alternative Airplay chart in the US. And this minimalist classic features vocals, drums, and the slide guitar… and not much else. You really don’t hear
11. On This Day in 1981, Alabama Released a Crossover Hit Inspired by a Murder Conviction
    Oct 2, 2026 · original
    Alabama On this day (October 2) in 1981, Alabama released “Love in the First Degree.” It spent two weeks at the top of the country chart–the last week of 1981 and the first week of ’82. It also peaked at No. 15 on the Hot 100, giving the band their biggest crossover hit. Songwriter Tim DuBois found inspiration for the hit when he heard a news report about a person being found guilty of murder in the first degree. In 1980, Alabama released “Tennessee River” as the third single from their debut album. It became their first No. 1 and the first of 21 consecutive chart-toppers. The fourth single in that streak was “Feels So Right,” the lead single and title track from their sophomore LP. The RIAA certified it Gold. It was also their first release to appear on the Hot 100, where it reached No. 20. When they followed that hit with “Love in the First Degree,” the band’s crossover success was all
12. 3 Lyrics From 1960s Country Greats That Are Absolute Poetry
    Oct 2, 2026 · original
    LONDON - APRIL 20: American singer Glen Campbell performs on stage during "The Glen Campbell Music Show" at BBC Television Centre, London on April 20 1975. (Photo by David Redfern/Redferns) These lyrics from 1960s country songs are purely poetic. They could rival any written verse from any poetry book in the world. Powerful melodies and instrumentation help, but the words alone are strong enough to stand on their own. Revisit them below for proof. [RELATED: Nashville Has Something Special Planned in the Sky Tonight for Dolly Parton Day: Here’s What You Need To Know] “Wichita Lineman” — Glen Campbell “ And I need you more than want you / And I want you for all time / And the Wichita lineman / Is still on the line ,” the lyrics to Glen Campbell’s masterful “Wichita Lineman” read. This 1960 country song is one of the simplest, yet effective love songs ever. It doesn’t make a big fuss about
13. 3 Rock Songs From the 1970s That Parents Were Actually Scared Of
    Oct 2, 2026 · original
    Black Sabbath, 1970: Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi, Bill Ward, Ozzy Osbourne in , (Photo by Chris Walter/WireImage) In many ways, parents feared the rock music of the 1970s. The era offered a number of new sub-genres and, for many parents, it was almost too much to fathom. But despite their efforts, their kids still fell in love with the music. And that’s just what we wanted to highlight below. We wanted to explore three tracks from back in the day that had parents clutching expensive pearls. Indeed, these are three rock songs from the 1970s that parents were actually scared of. “God Save The Queen” by Sex Pistols from ‘Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols’ (1977) When punk rock music hit the scene in the 1970s, parents didn’t know what to do. All of a sudden, their kids were staying out late and acting mad. Their clothes were ripped, their hair went uncombed. As society was crumb
14. 9 Years Ago Today, the World Lost the Classic Rock Icon Whose Songs Have Been Covered by Pearl Jam, Johnny Cash, and Linda Ronstadt
    Oct 2, 2026 · original
    Tom Petty On this day (October 2) in 2017, Tom Petty died from an accidental drug overdose in his Santa Monica, California, home at the age of 66. He and his longtime bandmates in the Heartbreakers kept their feet planted in classic rock and folk music while experimenting with other sounds. The result was a body of work that spanned genres and generations, making Petty one of the most influential artists and songwriters of a generation. Petty became interested in rock and roll when he was ten years old. His uncle was working on the set of the Elvis Presley film Follow That Dream and took him to meet the King. Soon, he dove headfirst into Presley’s discography and found his passion for music. Like many other artists his age, Petty knew he wanted to be in a band when he first saw the Beatles on television. “The minute I saw the Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show– and it’s true for thousands o
15. 4 Confidence-Boosting Hits From 1981 That Feel Like Letting Loose
    Oct 2, 2026 · original
    Photo by Paul Natkin/WireImage In a world constantly bombarding us with ads for products that promise to boost our physical and emotional confidence, we often forget that one of the easiest elixirs for self-assurance is music. The right song can turn a bad mood on its head, boosting our self-esteem and helping us feel like we can take on the world. Whether you’re feeling that way now or want a few songs to get you there, these confidence-boosting hits from 1981 should help. “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” by Pat Benatar Pat Benatar’s “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” is easily one of the most ubiquitous hits of the 1980s, let alone 1981. Given the defiant, challenging lyrics and driving guitar riffs, the fact that this song became a popular single isn’t all that surprising. Indeed, this Benatar classic is perfect for reminding yourself exactly who you are—and how strong, capable, and determined
16. Remember When Josh Turner Made His Grand Ole Opry Debut in 2001?
    Oct 2, 2026 · original
    Josh Turner Performs at the Academy of Country Music’s New Artist Show (Photo by M. Caulfield/Wireimage for Bragman Nyman Cafarelli) On December 12, 2001, Josh Turner made a childhood dream come true when he made his Grand Ole Opry debut. When Turner got to perform on the Opry for the first time, his career was just beginning. In fact, Turner had just graduated from college when he made his Opry debut, which took place at the Ryman Auditorium. When Turner set foot on the Grand Ole Opry stage for the first time, he was still almost two years away from the release of Long Black Trai n, his debut album . His first single, “She’ll Go On You”, didn’t even come out until 2002, and it did not hit the Top 40. “ Long Black Train ”, Turner’s first hit single, was more than a year away from being released. Turner performed “Long Black Train” for his first Grand Ole Opry performance. Although it was
17. 4 Stellar 1983 Albums That Provided Huge Career Boosts to Artists Who Needed Them
    Oct 2, 2026 · original
    Portrait of members of the American Rock group ZZ Top as they pose backstage at the Metro Center, Rockford, Illinois, February 8, 1984. Pictured are, from left, Dusty Hill, Billy Gibbons, and Frank Beard. (Photo by Paul Natkin/Getty Images) Careers rarely move upward in linear fashion. More often than not, even the most successful musicians undergo stretches where it’s just not working like it did when it seemed like they could do no wrong. The best artists find ways of overcoming those slumps. These four outstanding albums from 1983 served just that purpose for the artists in question. ‘Too Low For Zero’ by Elton John Elton John owned pop music in the early 70s. The second half of the decade wasn’t nearly as kind to him. Nor, to be honest, were the first few years of the 80s. John decided to dance with whoever brought him on Too Low For Zero . By that, we mean he rehired the bulk of the
18. 54 Years Ago Today, Dolly Parton Released This “Superlative” Ode to Her Favorite Songwriter
    Oct 2, 2026 · original
    CIRCA 1972: Country singer Dolly Parton poses for a portrait in circa 1972. (Photo by Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images) Objectively, Dolly Parton was one of the best things to ever happen to country music. And the “Queen of Country” said many times — in so many words — that her mentor, Porter Wagoner, was the best thing to ever happen to her career. The country singer-songwriter and TV host known as “Mr. Grand Ole Opry” gave Parton an invaluable leg up when he offered her a regular spot on The Porter Wagoner Show in 1967. That offer led to a fruitful partnership, during which the duo released 13 albums together between 1968 and 1980. Through it all, Parton and Wagoner formed a bond so strong that their professional split in 1974 felt every bit as painful as a romantic breakup for the “Jolene” singer. On this day (October 2) in 1972, Dolly Parton released My Favorite Songwriter, Porter
19. 3 Soft Rock Songs From 1976 That Had Baby Boomers Crying by the Radio
    Oct 2, 2026 · original
    (MANDATORY CREDIT Koh Hasebe/Shinko Music/Getty Images) Chicago Peter Cetera live at Nippon Budokan, Tokyo, June 18, 1971. (Photo by Koh Hasebe/Shinko Music/Getty Images) Sometimes, a soft rock song will be so emotional, you can’t help but hold back a tear or two. That’s the case for the following three soft rock songs from 1976, each of which had baby boomers crying by the radio back in the day. Let’s get a little emotional, shall we? “Lost Without Your Love” by Bread from ‘Lost Without Your Love’ “Lost and all alone / I always thought that I could make it on my own / But since you left I hardly make it through the day / My tears get in the way / And I need you back to stay.” Anyone who ever had a bad breakup with someone they really loved back in 1976 likely heard this song and had to fight back tears. “Lost Without Your Love” by Bread is your standard “weepy” ballad, and that devastat
20. Ronnie Dunn Gets an Unexpected Gift From Kacey Musgraves: “I’ll Get Killed for That”
    Oct 2, 2026 · original
    NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - SEPTEMBER 12: Ronnie Dunn of Brooks & Dunn performs at Bridgestone Arena on September 12, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images) With Kacey Musgraves looking to end 2026 with a few more shows on her Middle of Nowhere tour, the hitmaker knew how to take over headlines. Not that long ago, she caught the attention of country music fans when she showcased a giant pair of disco balls. And the word giant was somewhat of an understatement, as she was able to sit on them while performing “Rhinestoned.” If that wasn’t enough, she recently showcased her love for Ronnie Dunn by dressing as the hitmaker. And when getting the chance to share the stage, she gifted him a pair of those disco balls. When rolling into Nashville, Musgraves wanted to make it an unforgettable night for fans. With thousands packing the arena, she shocked them when she welcome

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