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Some were struck by member defections, some by death. Others just had a run of very bad luck.

The most essential recordings from the bands that took it to the limit.

These bands created music that was greater than the sum of their parts.

Cheers!

Even the “hottest band in the world” can’t please everyone.

From 21-year-old blues prodigy to late-'80s comeback queen, her resilience and proficiency have made her one of music's most enduring artists.

From Pink Floyd to Ozzy Osbourne, out-of-this-world tracks inspired by the astronomical body orbiting our planet.

See why Bruce Springsteen called Garden State natives a "confused but noble race."

In honor of April Fool's Day, we present some hilarious moments from rock 'n' roll history. (But please, don't try these at home.)

From their lightning-bolt debut to their reunion LP more than three decades later, they've rarely strayed from form.