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40 Years Ago: Duran Duran’s ‘Seven and the Ragged Tiger’ Embraces the ’80s
"The vultures," John Taylor later admitted, "were definitely circling."
How Rush Wrangled Rabbits for Quirky ‘Presto’ Cover
Art director Hugh Syme talks to UCR about the prog-rock trio's playful cover of the 1989 LP.
40 Years Ago: U2 Become Arena-Rockers on ‘Under a Blood Red Sky’
A lot of things went wrong before this live project helped made them one of the '80s' biggest concert acts.
Revisiting Kiss’ ‘Horrible’ Thanksgiving Parade: ‘This is How You Get Fired’
Band manager Doc McGhee calls this 2014 appearance "the worst thing we did."
How Queen Completed Their Masterpiece ‘A Night at the Opera’
EMI said this was the most expensive album ever made during an advance listening party in London.
The History of the Rolling Stones’ Outrageous Tour Announcements
They've often surprised and delighted, beginning with an impromptu performance on the streets of New York City.
How Rod Stewart Survived the ’80s
"As far as music critics were concerned," he said, "I was about as welcome as a hole in a parachute."
Rock Music’s 25 Craziest Conspiracy Theories
Which stories are true, and which aren't? Let's count them down.
How ZZ Top Began Their ’80s Transformation
'Deguello' was their last album of the '70s – and in more ways than one.
How Paul Simon Ended Up Wearing a Turkey Suit on ‘Saturday Night Live’
No one could blame fans for humming "Still Crazy After All These Years" every Thanksgiving.
50 Years Ago: A Fan Plays Drums With the Who
Thrust onstage, Scott Halpin settled in with a shot of brandy.
19 Years Ago: Sammy Hagar Plays His Last Show With Van Halen
Hopes for a global resurgence ended in Arizona after 80 tense concerts.