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In the mid to late 70s, KC and the Sunshine Band was one of the biggest Disco-Funk music makers out there. Even if you don’t know the name, you’ve almost certainly danced to their music. This band was formed in Florida in the early 70s and is named after the lead singer (Harry Wayne Casey) and Florida’s […]

If the bible is to be believed, greed has been with us since Adam and Eve overindulged on apples in the Garden of Eden. The story of human evolution is littered with stories of greed. And sadly, things don’t seem to be about to change any time soon. On that positive note, let’s take a

When it comes to writing music, songwriters have gravitated towards some subjects more than others over the years. Some things are just eternally relevant. And money is one of the most written and sung about subjects in history. The pursuit of money, the things money can and cannot buy, and the lengths that people will

Ah, The Barenaked Ladies. There’s a band name that gets some attention. What started as a joke name for a sort of novelty band actually got them some big-time media attention when they were banned from playing a Toronto concert. But their music was the real reason why this band took off. Coming from Canada,

The Dropkick Murphys are one of those legendary Punk bands that have been around for decades. They formed back in Quincy, Mass, in 1996 and built up a reputation as a powerful Celtic Punk band. Their mix of traditional Irish music, Punk Rock, and Hardcore gives them a unique sound. And their live show is

Long before Michael Jackson became the King of Pop and dangled babies over balconies, he was a child star. Growing up in a family of nine kids, he may have ended up being the most well-known, by far. But, there was a lot of talent and drive in this family. Under the guidance and management

Below is a list from Billboard magazine’s Top ear-End Hot 100 songs for 1973. Chart © by Billboard, a part of MRC Media and Info, a division of MRC. All Rights Reserved. Learn more about Billboard here. Top 100 Songs of 1973 My Love – Paul McCartney and Wings Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the

Below is a list from Billboard magazine’s Top ear-End Hot 100 songs for 1966. Chart © by Billboard, a part of MRC Media and Info, a division of MRC. All Rights Reserved. Learn more about Billboard here. Top 100 Songs of 1966 The Ballad of the Green Berets – Sgt. Barry Sadler Cherish – The

As opposed to the usual modern bands I cover, for this Top 10, I’ve decided to step back in time and take a look at some of the work of this Canadian-American band and choose the ​​Top 10 Buffalo Springfield Songs. Their time together was very brief, just over two years, and they managed only

The Rock Music industry in the US had a real slump from the late 1980s onward. Urban Music began to take over the Pop Music markets and the music industry in general. American Rock Music became overproduced and a bit too glittery. Thank god that American Rock bands like 3 Doors Down started to bring

Has there been a more controversial or newsworthy Pop Star in the past ten years than Miley Cyrus? She had the name for it as the daughter of Country Music star Billy Ray Cyrus of “Achy Breaky Heart” fame. If she’d stuck at being the uber-famous Hannah Montana actress, she’d have still been one of

In the early 2000s, you couldn’t turn on the radio for more than 30 minutes without hearing an Akon song. The Senegalese-American R&B vocalist/rap MC Akon (real name Aliaune Damala Badara Akon Thiam) was once at the pinnacle of the Rap and Pop music worlds. Thanks to his commercial-friendly tracks that touched people in many

When singer-songwriter Jewel Kilcher burst onto the scene in 1995 with her debut studio album, Pieces of You, which instantly became a massive hit and projected the Alaskan native into stardom. And for the next 15 years, she released multiple albums and singles that were all commercially successful.  Her Folk and Soft Rock/Pop sound began to

Fronted by the enigmatic Courtney Love, one of the most controversial women in rock ‘n’ roll history, Hole rose to prominence in the 90s as part of the Grunge and Alternative Rock movement. Their raw energy and punk ethos quickly made Hole one of the defining bands of the era.  They produced hit after hit that showcased

The word “friends” has evolved in recent years, and in many ways, not in a very positive way. Zuckerberg and his crew of cronies have made sure of that. When I use the word, I am talking about “real friends,” not pretend ones that people have never even met. If you look back on your

Maren Morris is predominantly known as a Country singer, but she doesn’t limit herself to just that genre. She also likes to include flavors of R&B and Pop and even some Electronica in her music. She has released six albums, although only three of those were with a major label. Therefore, to look at her

For the vast majority of people, not an instantly recognizable name. But there are plenty of singer-songwriters like Nathaniel Rateliff who are producing good music. So, I decided to take a closer look at what he does and go through the Top 50 Nathaniel Rateliff songs, in my opinion. He was born in St Louis,

Loverboy is a Canadian Rock legend. This band was formed in Calgary, Alberta (home of the famous Calgary Stampede and Rodeo) in 1979 and had a successful run through the 80s. While they split up in 1988, the band already had five albums under their belts and a long list of hit singles. However, they

In 1979, a new band with an aggressive Rock song shook the airwaves. But, it wasn’t all roses in the garden for them. “My Sharona” was a sensational song, but they did a bit more than just that. So, we are going to look at the Top 48 The Knack songs. And we are going

Below is a list from Billboard magazine’s Top ear-End Hot 50 songs for 1958. Chart © by Billboard, a part of MRC Media and Info, a division of MRC. All Rights Reserved. Learn more about Billboard here. Top 50 Songs of 1958 Patricia – Pérez Prado Witch Doctor – David Seville Volare – Domenico Modugno

Below is a list from Billboard magazine’s Top ear-End Hot 100 songs for 1993. Chart © by Billboard, a part of MRC Media and Info, a division of MRC. All Rights Reserved. Learn more about Billboard here. Top 100 Songs of 1993 (I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You – UB40 Freak Me –

Below is a list from Billboard magazine’s Top ear-End Hot 100 songs for 1959. Chart © by Billboard, a part of MRC Media and Info, a division of MRC. All Rights Reserved. Learn more about Billboard here. Top 100 Songs of 1959 Lonely Boy – Paul Anka The Battle of New Orleans – Johnny Horton

Below is a list from Billboard magazine’s Top ear-End Hot 100 songs for 1972. Chart © by Billboard, a part of MRC Media and Info, a division of MRC. All Rights Reserved. Learn more about Billboard here. Top 100 Songs of 1972 American Pie – Don McLean The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face

Are you looking for songs with Ruby in the title? Maybe your name is Ruby, or maybe you know someone who shares this name, and you want to find a song to connect with them. Or maybe you’re just into precious stones. Either way, I’ve got you covered. There are a surprising number of songs about people

It seems a bit of an oxymoron to have a list containing the best songs about death, but there can be such a thing. Death is an inevitable part of life, and it’s something we all have to learn to accept and even embrace. Songs can undoubtedly help with this process and show us how

There was a snake in our house the other day. Of course, we freaked out, but in the end, it turned out to be harmless and easy enough to relocate. But it got me thinking a lot about snakes. They’re usually given a bum rap, but for the most part, they keep to themselves and

Songs about being victorious and successful are interesting because they have a reverse side to them. If there is a winner, there has to be a loser. So, you have to be aware of that and not overdo the celebrations. The best songs about winning, celebration, victory, and success come in a range of genres and

The 2000s were a unique decade when it came to music. From the ambient noises of Brian Eno to festival smashers like DeadMau5 and the Foo Fighters. Obscure acts like Gorillaz and Skrillex were able to go from nowhere to chart-topping success. Of course, there were GaGa, Bieber, Lil Wayne, Radiohead, Coldplay, and numerous others

American rapper Kodak Black is known as a pioneer in the Mumble Rap and Trap Rap sub-genres. The controversial rapper has spent lots of time in trouble with the authorities over multiple issues. But we are here to talk about his music, not his private life or criminal record. Since his first single was released

Hip Hop has grown from its simple roots on street corners into the biggest genre of music today. The music, dancing, fashion, art, lifestyle, and the swagger have all been adopted around the world, from Venice Beach to Vienna to Vietnam. This is now a cultural force to be reckoned with. But what are the

One thing you often hear from folks who have traveled to the US is that Americans are tremendously proud of their culture. Patriotism is by no means a uniquely American trait. But, “Americana” has been exported the world over more efficiently than most. From golden oldies to the newest tracks, American songs of patriotism have been filling

Below is a list from Billboard magazine’s Top ear-End Hot 100 songs for 1967. Chart © by Billboard, a part of MRC Media and Info, a division of MRC. All Rights Reserved. Learn more about Billboard here. Top 100 Songs of 1967 Windy – The Association To Sir With Love – Lulu I’m a Believer

Below is a list from Billboard magazine’s Top ear-End Hot 100 songs for 1964. Chart © by Billboard, a part of MRC Media and Info, a division of MRC. All Rights Reserved. Learn more about Billboard here. Top 100 Songs of 1964 She Loves You – The Beatles Oh, Pretty Woman – Roy Orbison I

Poison is one of those bands that truly defined the 80s. With their big hair and boys-in-make-up look, it wasn’t just their sound that got them attention. They helped to shape the Glam Metal or Hair Metal scene that hit big in the mid-80s and continued into the early 90s. With now reality-tv-famous Bret Michaels

If you want to find some music about your relationship with your son, it will be an interesting journey. Finding the best songs about sons might not be as easy as you might think. There are not as many options as there are for songs about other relationships. The relationship between parents and their sons