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Top Ten Modern Rock Songs of the 1990'sThe decade of the 1990's brought about a whole new dimension into rock music. Big hair bands such as Poison, Guns N Roses, Def Leppard, and Skid Row dominated the rock airwaves in the 1980's. But every era of rock music must come to a conclusion.
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Best Modern Rock MoviesFrom the cult rockumentary This Is Spinal Tap to the postmodern Dylan tribute I'm Not There, here are seven great rock & roll movies you must see.
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Starfield's Beauty in the Broken Review: Sophomore Effort is Purely Radio-friendly RockThis modern rock release is definitely made for radio and features the guys singing memorable, infectious melodies from beginning to end.
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Myth in Modern Rock Music: Universal Imagery in a Sea of Vapid Love SongsIn an era of bubblegum pop, it is hard to see if modern rock music has any intellectual content worthy of note. Here is a thinking-man's approach to finding it; it is more common than you might think.
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Top 15 Bands that Deserve Their Own Rock Band GameNarrowing the list down to 15 bands was difficult, but here it is. This list consists of some of the most influential, popular and musically intricate bands in rock history.
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The Growth of American Rock Music in Pop-CultureIt wasn't until the 1950s that the growth of music exploded, creating what we know as rock and roll. This among many other types of music from it's time was truly a step forward. Rock changed along with society and society changed along with it.
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2005 : The Year in Rock!Bands of familiarity such as Green Day, Foo Fighters, 311, Weezer, and Nine Inch Nails released several hits each as we witnessed solid hits by newer bands such as Crossfade, My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, 10 Years, and Dark New Day.
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Shadows Lie- NYC Rock Band Release Debut CDSounding a bit like Tori Amos, with a sprinkle of Sinead O'Conner and Evanescence mixed in, this NYC-based rock out fit is poised to make a splash on Modern Rock Radio
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People in Planes CD Review: Indie Rock Debut from Welsh BandThe guys in People in Planes have crafted a mesmerizing debut album on Wind-Up Records that is sure to find a place on modern rock radio.
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Beginners Guide to Indoor Rock Climbing: Rock ShoesA beginners guide to specialist rock climbing footwear. -
Interview with Rock Band We Are the FuryWith the release of Venus, We are the Fury successfully reclaimed the swaggering rock, and roll, of a time gone by. The Toledo, OH, band constructed a smart, catchy, furiously infectious record with swanky rockers and sweet ballads. -
A Look at the History and Future of African Americans in Rock MusicA look at African Americans in white-dominated rock music.
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Musical Heights: Short Male Stars of Rock MusicMusic men aren't necessarily tall men. Check out these short guys of song. -
Rock and Roll Power Trios: The Ultimate Grudge MatchEight of rock and roll's best power trios square off in a single elimination tournament to determine who is best. Factors being considered include: Guitar, drums, bass, singing, songwriting, and more.
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Where Has All the Good Rock Music Gone?Music Editorial -
The Top Ten Cool Rock Stars of All TimeA list of the top ten coolest rock stars of all time, with descriptions of what makes each rock star so gosh danged cool. -
Top Holiday Gifts Under $30 for Classic Rock and Roll FansGot a classic rock and roll fan on your gift list? Check out these great ideas! -
Best Rock Bands of the Last Ten YearsThe 21st century is bringing many new sounds for rock music. Blending old genres and the advent of the digital music age has made modern music exciting.
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A Punk Rock Reunion: Blink-182's Top Ten SongsA review of the top 10 songs released by the rock group Blink-182. Included on the list are songs from their albums: Cheshire Cat, Dude Ranch, Enema of the State, Take Off Your Pants and Jacket, and their self titled album. -
Bob Dylan's Modern Times: A Contradiction of Titles for a Fabulous Classic SoundBob Dylan's latest album is titled 'Modern Times' but nothing could be further from the truth. This is a classic rock album of the finest sort; the kind Johnny Cash would enjoy listening to. -
List of Top 10 Songs by Sarah McLachlan: Modern & Soulful Lyrics that Anyone Will EnjoySarah McLachlan has produced numerous hits over her career. She is best known for her soulful voice and remarkable lyrics that has made her one of today's modern musicians. Most of Sarah McLachlan lyrics are superb; however, there are 10 that stand out.
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Alternative Rock Breaks Out in the 90'sCreed formed in 1995 but only lasted 9 years before breaking up in 2004.
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Guns N' Roses: The Pinnacle of Rock Music from the 80s to NowA provoking review of the rock legends - Guns N' Roses, perhaps one of the greatest musical groups over the course of the last half-century. Critique of "Appetite for Destruction" is provided - the fastest selling debut album of all time. -
Top 10 Classic Rock and Pop Goodbye SongsSaying "Goodbye" can be really hard, so Roy A. Barnes lets you in on his favorite top 10 classic rock and pop goodbye songs.
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The Evolution of Rock and Roll From the Beatles to Death AngelThis aritcle gives a brief and somewhat oversimplified overview of major trends in rock music.
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Most Influential Rock Artists of TodayIn this article I will attempt to outline two major influences of rock music today.
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Stream of Passion - Melodic Hard Rock at Its FinestArjen Lucassen, best known for his Aryeon projects, produces a stand alone album with a new band as opposed to his rock-operas. Gothic music at its' finest. -
The Top Ten Rock Singers of All Time (according to Paul Diamond Blow)A list of the all time top ten singers in rock music, with descriptions as to what makes them so gosh danged good. -
The Best Christmas Carol Albums by Various Rock ArtistsModern Rock Artists from the 80's to the 90's rendering their versions of traditional Christmas carols and original Christmas-themed music in a series of compilation albums that will rock your Holiday Season.
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23 Modern Songs for the Holiday PlaylistThe classic Christmas tunes have their place, but not in your playlist this year. Here is a playlist of fresh reworkings of Christmas classics and interesting originals from rock and punk bands.
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Rock and Roll: Illuminati Satanism?Everyone has heard Christian parents call rock and roll the devil's music. According to John Todd, a former illuminati occultist, rock and roll is from Satan. -
The 10 Top Political Rock and Roll SongsRock and Roll is rich in political songs. It was hard to list only 10 of my top political Rock and Roll songs. But here is a start.
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A "Cleopatra" Movie Musical and the Trend of Placing History in a More Modern ContextWith Steven Soderbergh bringing the life and loves of Cleopatra to the context of the 1920's, the historical film may be changing in the future so we can understand history from a more modern context that we can relate to.
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Rock and Roll Legends of the 1950's -Buddy Holly and the CricketsBuddy Holly was meant to be a musician starting in music at the early age of five. In the 1950's rock and roll was not well received by the older generations, but Buddy had a plan and a style that he knew was great and would be successful. -
It's Only Rock and RollRock music has evolved and changed since its humble beginnings.
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Top 10 Most Sinister Rock SongsThis article is a list of the 10 creepiest, scariest and most sinister rock songs according to me. -
Famous Prehistoric Rock ArtsA brief introduction to the 'Stone Age' rock arts of Europe, Africa and Australia -
Girls Rock: 4 Awesome Underground Female SingersPop princesses like Katy Perry and Lady GaGa make the media and often overshadow the overlooked rock goddesses in the underground scene. Check out these underrated female vocalists and lesser-known front-ladies whose talent shines above the rest. -
Preview of the M3 Rock FestivalThe festival is headlined by area favorites Kix on Friday and the legendary Whitesnake on Saturday. Friday is an evening of great Rock while Saturday will be a full day of head banging fun.
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Top 5 Rock Album Releases for the Fall of 2009This is my top list for the best rock albums to come out in the fall.
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