Rob Smith
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.
50 Years Ago: Bob Seger Digs Deep on Underrated ‘Back in ’72’
How could something this awesome escape the attention of a wider audience? Because he hates it.
Def Leppard’s ‘Pyromania’ at 40: The Story Behind Every Song
These tracks changed the game for hard rock in 1983.
Santana Albums Ranked Worst to Best
Carlos Santana & Co. have been supernatural musical shape-shifters for 26 albums. Here's how those records rank.
What a Wonderful Soundtrack: The Music of ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’
Companion to the Robin Williams film is a great snapshot of mid-'60s radio.
40 Years Ago: Pat Benatar Keeps up the Fight on ‘Get Nervous’
Chrysalis Records took an approach with her career that was all too typical at the time.
Led Zeppelin’s ‘Presence’ at 45: Every Song Covered
A look at other artists' interpretations of the tracks found on the band's seventh album.
Rock’s Most Repetitive Songs Rock’s Most Repetitive Songs
Are these repetitive songs powerful or annoying? You be the judge.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Lineup Changes: A Complete Guide
A look through all 18 lineups of the world's greatest Southern rock band.
Please Let This Be Our Last Story on Metallica’s ‘…And Justice for All’ Bass Controversy
Was it hazing or too much partying that led Lars Ulrich and James Hetfield to mix Jason Newsted out of Metallica's fourth album?