Category: Classic Hits

Billy Joel Says Upcoming Biopic Is “Legally Misguided”

Billy Joel is making it crystal clear that he wants no part of an upcoming movie based on his early career. The legendary singer-songwriter has publicly rejected plans for Billy & Me, a biopic currently in development that aims to explore his rise in the music industry through the perspective of his first manager, Irwin […]

From KISS to The Beatles: The Biggest Music Stories of May 20

May 20 stands as one of those dates where music history seems determined to keep things interesting. From the birth of rock and roll anthems to scandals, movie premieres, and even a shocking baseball stadium attack, the day has delivered unforgettable moments across decades. The story begins in 1954 when Bill Haley and His Comets […]

Young Era Begins as Dan + Shay Reveal 26-Date Tour

Dan + Shay are heading back to the road with a massive new North American run that signals a fresh chapter for the chart-topping duo. The pair announced the Young Tour this week, a 26-city trek supporting their upcoming studio album Young, which arrives Aug. 21. The tour launches Sept. 11 in Noblesville, Indiana, before […]

How May 19 Became a Memorable Day in Music History

Music history on May 19 reads like a crash course in the evolution of modern popular culture. From Baroque composers to arena rock icons, the date has produced milestones that shaped recording technology, artist independence, and some of the most recognizable songs ever released. One of the earliest entries dates back to 1616 with the […]

Aqua Ends Legendary Pop Run Nearly 30 Years After “Barbie Girl”

After nearly three decades of bubblegum hooks, neon energy, and unapologetically catchy pop chaos, Aqua is officially saying goodbye. The Danish Eurodance group behind the global smash “Barbie Girl” announced that it is ending its run as a live band, closing the curtain on one of the most recognizable pop acts of the late 1990s. […]

Taylor Swift and Beyoncé Finally Join the National Recording Registry

The soundtrack of American culture just got a little bigger. The Library of Congress unveiled its 2026 National Recording Registry class on Thursday, adding 25 recordings that helped shape music, entertainment, and pop culture across generations. The latest selections range from blockbuster pop albums and country classics to groundbreaking rock records and even the soundtrack […]

The Rolling Stones Turn Back Time With AI-Fueled “In the Stars” Video

The Rolling Stones are proving once again that nostalgia still sells, especially when it comes with cutting-edge technology and a little chaos. The legendary rock group has released the music video for “In the Stars,” the lead visual from its upcoming album Foreign Tongues, and the result feels like a collision between classic rock mythology […]

May 18 in Music History: From Beatlemania to Boy Band Glory

May 18 has delivered more than a few memorable moments in music history, spanning the rise of rock legends, quirky novelty hits, and one of the biggest pop albums of the late 1990s. Back in 1963, The Beatles kicked off their third tour across the United Kingdom in Slough, England. At the start of the […]

From “Raspberry Beret” to Rock Royalty: Music History Made on May 15

May 15 has delivered no shortage of memorable moments across rock, pop, and entertainment history, spanning groundbreaking albums, major career milestones, and iconic honors. Back in 1963, The Hollies entered the studio to begin recording sessions for what would become their debut album, Stay with The Hollies. The project arrived the following January and helped […]

Madonna, Shakira and BTS Set for Historic World Cup Final Halftime Show

FIFA is turning the World Cup final into a full-scale entertainment spectacle. For the first time in tournament history, the FIFA World Cup Final will feature a halftime show, and organizers are going big right out of the gate. Global superstars Madonna, Shakira, and BTS have officially been announced as co-headliners for the historic performance […]