How Alan Parsons Project Became the Soundtrack to Jordan’s Bulls
A stroke of luck made the rocker's instrumental track "Sirius" one of the most recognizable intro songs in sports history.
Song History
How a Crude Remark Inspired Van Halen’s 'Everybody Wants Some!!'
It all started with an off-color joke by David Lee Roth.
The Tom Petty Song That 'Really Pissed Off' Eddie Murphy
Lyrics to "Jammin' Me" -- penned by Petty and Bob Dylan -- managed to both skewer the media and earn the wrath of the movie star.
When Van Halen Dove Into Pop with 'Can't Stop Lovin' You'
As turbulence within the group hit dangerous heights, their producer told them they needed a hit.
50 Years Ago: Beatles Release One of Many Versions of 'Let It Be'
The band didn't seem capable of letting one of its final singles be.
How the Guess Who Stumbled Into a No. 1 With 'American Woman'
It all started with a bootlegger, a broken guitar string and a curling arena in Ontario.
The Enduring Legacy of Foreigner’s 'I Want to Know What Love Is'
We break down the song's history and deliver 34 of its most memorable reinterpretations.
Tom Petty's 'Full Moon Fever': The Stories Behind Each Song
Singer needed a fresh start, and with these dozen tracks he earned one -- but it wasn't easy.
The Ongoing Legacy of Toto's 'Africa'
Ever since the release of Toto's "Africa" in 1982, the song has gone on to a life of its own in cover versions, hip-hop samples and viral videos.
Pink Floyd's 'The Dark Side of the Moon': Covers and Samples
A look back at key covers and samples of songs from Pink Floyd's landmark 1973 album 'The Dark Side of the Moon.'