1973 Rock Classic ‘Shambala’ Was Written in 15 Minutes and Became a Lasting Party Anthem

More than 50 years after its release, “Shambala” by Three Dog Night remains one of the most recognizable singalong rock hits ...
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6 Guitar Riffs That Defined Rock ‘N’ Roll as We Know It

These iconic rock 'n' roll guitar riffs defined the genre as we know it today, starting in the late 1950s all the way to the early 1990s.

For Edgehill’s Chris Kelly, the Pressure Is On. Sort Of

It’s time to work on the second album,” says Chris Kelly, singer and guitarist of the Nashville-based alternative band ...

Inside the triumph and tragedy of the Gin Blossoms' biggest hit

The world was at their feet. But grief tinted their superstardom. This is the true story of the Gin Blossoms' ...
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On This Day in 1996, Brooks & Dunn Were at No. 1 With a Cover of a Re-Worked Three Dog Night Hit

On this day (May 27) in 1996, Brooks & Dunn were at the top of the Hot Country Songs chart with “My Maria.” It stayed at No. 1 for three consecutive weeks, giving the duo their tenth chart-topper. It ...
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Cream's 'Badge' named one of the best road trip songs by Rolling Stone

The song was released on a 1969 album.