When viewed from the surface, Madonna and Simon & Garfunkel seem to have little in common. Although, as fans of music, we know that influence and inspiration can come from quite literally anywhere. So even though Madonna is known for her ornate and decadent pop numbers, and Simon & Garfunkel the opposite, the 80s pop star still had a deep affinity for the folk duo.

Carrie Underwood kicked off Reflection: The Las Vegas Residency at the Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas in 2021. Since then, she has wowed countless fans with her larger-than-life shows and unforgettable talent. However, all good things must come to an end. After four successful years in Sin City, Underwood will end her residency this Saturday (April 12). Recently, she took to social media to remind fans about the upcoming final shows and shared a stunning video of her performing one of her biggest hits.

Elton John and Brandi Carlile visited SiriusXM’s The Howard Stern Show recently to chat about their new collaborative album, Who Believes in Angels?. During the conversation, the topic turned to some of the other famous artists Elton has worked with in the studio, including The Rolling Stones. [RELATED: Watch...

For any band looking for stardom, they dreamed about performing in front of a roaring crowd at classic venues like the Ryman Auditorium, Carnegie Hall, The Fillmore, Madison Square Garden, and even the Hollywood Bowl. Recently, the Las Vegas Sphere became a new achievement for many groups. But back during the 1970s, Pink Floyd took a different approach when they performed a concert in the historic city of Pompeii. And they did it with not a single fan to cheer them on. Filmed for the Pink Floyd: Live a Pompeii special, the band produced a mesmerizing performance of “Echoes.”

KISS recently announced that it will reunite for a special unmasked performance at the KISS Army Storms Vegas fan gathering, taking place November 14–16 at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas. Now, new details have been revealed about the reunion concert and other performances and activities that will be part of the three-day event.

Ah, the 2000s. For people who were children during that era, it probably seemed like a delightful time full of pop music and colorful aesthetics, both in film, music, and clothing trends. But for adults, the 2000s was an era of quite a bit of chaos. The recession caused financial instability, the tech boom radically changed the way everything was done, and things seemed to be changing at a faster pace than ever before. And some music, particularly in rock and electronic genres, reflected that chaos. Let’s look at just a few albums from the 2000s that reflected just how insane that era really was.

On this day (April 8) in 1977, the Clash released their self-titled debut album in the United Kingdom. The album helped shape the blossoming punk rock genre with sharply-penned lyrics that didn’t shy away from social and political issues. Decades later, many of the albums tracks are considered classics among fans of the genre.

Zach Top burst onto the country music scene last April with his debut album Cold Beer & Country Music. His throwback sound caught the ears of listeners who were craving throwback sounds and well-written songs. Since then, he has embarked on a headlining tour, worked with some of the biggest names in the genre, and even released an EP with Billy Strings. Recently, Top has been teasing new music on the road.

Following the release of his 1984 debut Valotte, which hit the top 20 at No. 17 on the Billboard 200, Julian Lennon had back-to-back hits, including his debut single “Too Late for Goodbyes.” Lennon recalled writing the song on his keyboard while living in his first apartment in London.

Songwriters often turn to their craft to do deal with issues in their lives. Over the years, tragic moments, loss, grief, and heartache have inspired countless country songs. Sometimes, those songs become nearly universal with thousands of listeners relating to their lyrics. Other times, the songs are deeply personal and are a way for a singer/songwriter to share their feelings with the world.

Rock bands were a dime a dozen back in the 1990s. We all know the big names like Nirvana and Soundgarden, and dozens upon dozens of other big-name bands in rock subgenres. But what about the unsung heroes of 1990s rock? Let’s take a look at just a few bands from the turn of the century that I believe deserved more love back in the day.

Martin’s just launched a total refresh of their Junior Series, featuring solid tonewoods and premium appointments at affordable prices and in compact sizes. Martin Guitars are known for setting the benchmark in acoustic guitar quality. For nearly 200 years, some of the world’s finest acoustic guitars have come out of their legendary Nazareth, PA factory.

The Eagles have extended their residency at the state-of-the-art Las Vegas venue Sphere into the late fall of 2025. In March, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers added four new shows in September, and now, “due to overwhelming demand,” they have confirmed an additional eight concerts that are scheduled for October and November.

Will guests flying out of Nashville’s international airport, now called BNA, be departing from Parton anytime soon? Maybe. Nearly 50,000 people have signed a Change.org petition to rename BNA to Dolly Parton International Airport officially. “As proud citizens of Tennessee, we are motivated by our deep-rooted admiration for the...

Chris Stapleton is certainly a jack of all trades. He can seemingly cover any artist, song, or genre of music without even breaking a sweat. He’s proved that fact countless times and primarily did so before his solo career with the bands The Steeldrivers and The Jompson Brothers. However, Chris Stapleton showed he could do it once again by giving the world an exemplary cover of the Lynyrd Skynyrd classic, “Free Bird,” a couple of years back.

In 1997, Lisa Marie Presley marked the 20th anniversary of her father’s death with a cover of “Don’t Cry Daddy.” Written by Mac Davis, the song was first recorded and released by Elvis Presley in 1969 and peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100. Throughout the next two decades, Lisa Marie would also continue releasing more duets commemorating her late father.

Growing up with a love for country music, Riley Green eventually sought to produce a career in the music industry. And over the last decade, he recorded hits like “I Wish Grandpas Never Died”, “Half Of Me”, and “There Was This Girl.” With Green continuing to win awards and release new music, the country singer found himself taking over headlines in 2025 when he suffered an accident while out hunting. While fans worried about the initial headlines, Green recently discussed how the media frenzy exaggerated the incident.

There was a big classic rock resurgence in the 2000s and 2010s, with many modern bands influenced by iconic groups from the 70s and beyond. Bands like AC/DC, Queen, and Creedence Clearwater Revival had an impact on modern groups that were forming then. Here are just a few of the great bands that came out of the classic rock revival of the 2010s.

It’s hard to tell which musicians will stand the test of time. Though many artists earn their “15-minutes,” only a select few outlast fleeting fame. One band that certainly stood the test of time are the Beatles. Though some may have chalked the band up to teenage fantasy fuel, they became innovators–moreover, one of the most revered bands of all time. Not everyone saw it coming, but Bob Dylan did…Learn more about which song keyed Dylan into the Beatles’ staying power, below.

Part of the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Garth Brooks appeared to be country music as he sold over 170 million albums throughout his career. Knowing how to write hit after hit, the singer even became the youngest recipient of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song in 2020. Releasing his latest album, Time Traveler, back in 2023, Brooks once took the stage to perform “She’s Every Woman” to the person who helped him write the song.