There are few ways to grab classic rock fans’ attention and make a song instantly recognizable faster than a powerhouse drum ...

An introduction can make or break a song, as exemplified by these iconic classic rock intros. The first 30 seconds (or more) of a song serve as a musical first impression, setting the sonic stage for ...

Don’t bore us, get to the chorus. That’s what the hit songwriters say. But, if done well, an epic rock intro locks in one’s attention in anticipation of what’s next. In the 1960s, albums began to ...

Toto is one of the most legendary bands in music history, known for its polished mix of arena rock and pop hooks that made it ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. More than five decades later, one song still has listeners singing along to every word —cementing its place as one of the most ...

Picking the best rock song of all time is a daunting task — and, let’s face it, a highly opinionated activity — but the team at Ultimate Classic Rock was up for the challenge. Ultimate Classic Rock ...

The most unforgettable rock intro of all time announces itself before you even have time to prepare. There is no buildup, no easing in — just a single guitar, moving at a pace that barely seems human, ...

A 1977 song from a legendary artist has officially been named the best classic rock song of all time. Here’s which track claimed the top spot — and why it ignited a passionate debate. David Bowie’s ...

J.S. Gornael has a BA in English with a Creative Writing Emphasis in Poetry and an MFA in Fiction. He has taken workshops in poetry, fiction, and non-fiction (though mostly the second). Half-cinephile ...

Do you miss the '80s? Well, just tune into your local classic rock station, problem solved! According to Mediabase, a music industry service that monitors airplay in over 180 markets, 26 of the 40 ...