How Paul McCartney Found Hope Amid Second Wings SplitHow Paul McCartney Found Hope Amid Second Wings SplitThere's a reason "With a Little Luck" has a yacht-rock vibe: It was actually recorded on a boat. Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
When Iron Maiden Played With Madness and Emerged VictoriousWhen Iron Maiden Played With Madness and Emerged VictoriousLead single from 'Seventh Son of a Seventh Son' became their biggest U.K. chart hit to date.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
When Nancy Reagan Said 'Just Say No' on 'Diff'rent Strokes'When Nancy Reagan Said 'Just Say No' on 'Diff'rent Strokes'First Lady's appearance on the sitcom helped launch the '80-era War on Drugs.Tyler SageTyler Sage
45 Years Ago: REO Speedwagon Breaks Through With 'Tuna Fish'45 Years Ago: REO Speedwagon Breaks Through With 'Tuna Fish'They'd established a fan base between coasts but had been largely ignored in hotspots like New York or Los Angeles.Rob SmithRob Smith
40 Years Ago: Why David Bowie Regretted 'Let's Dance' So Much40 Years Ago: Why David Bowie Regretted 'Let's Dance' So MuchHis biggest hit found a home on his first platinum album.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
The Stand-Alone Single That Finally Sent Duran Duran to the TopThe Stand-Alone Single That Finally Sent Duran Duran to the Top“Is There Something I Should Know?” spent two weeks atop the U.K. chart, while U.S. listeners had to wait.Annie ZaleskiAnnie Zaleski
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When Beck Found Disheartening Fame With 'Loser'When Beck Found Disheartening Fame With 'Loser'Early indie release led to a struggle with being misunderstood.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
How Quiet Riot Scored Their Anthem With 'Metal Health'How Quiet Riot Scored Their Anthem With 'Metal Health'Rockers' 10-year struggle finally paid off with chart-topping album and monstrous title track.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
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