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In 1954, Bill Haley and His Comets rocked around the clock—and changed the course of rock history.

When Bill Haley and His Comets Started A Rock 'n' Roll Revolution

Bill Haley & His Comets’s "(We’re Gonna) Rock Around The Clock" might not have been the first rock ‘n’ roll song, but it’s widely regarded as the song that brought rock to the mainstream.

15 Celebrities Who Sang A Cappella In School

The First Year of 11 Major Music Festivals

Just a few decades ago, most of today’s biggest fests either didn’t exist or were barely recognizable compared to the cultural monoliths they are today.

‘80s Music is Boring, According to Science

Most debates about pop music may be entirely subjective, but Matthias Mauch, an engineer at Queen Mary University of London, decided to take a more scientific approach to the subject.

The Future of Music As Medicine

Why Willie Nelson Plays a Classical Guitar

A Simple Trick to Prevent Songs From Getting Stuck in Your Head

Researchers have come to the rescue with a scientifically backed earworm prevention weapon.

The Enduring Legacy of the Pied Piper of Hamelin

In a town in northern Germany, a dark piece of folklore has found new life.

How 12 Famous Rappers Picked Their Names

7 Songs Written by Prince That Others Made Famous

Prince wrote countless hits over his decades in the music business—and a number of his hits have been popularized by other musicians.

6 Famous Songs that Copied Popular Melodies

These six songs are about as beloved and recognizable as they come. But did you know that every single one uses a borrowed melody?

When Colin Powell Met Sergeant Elvis Presley

"What impressed me at the time was that instead of seeking celebrity treatment, Elvis had done his two-year hitch, uncomplainingly, as an ordinary GI."

Stephen Sondheim speaks at the Great Writers Thank Their Lucky Stars annual gala hosted by The Dramatists Guild Fund on October 21, 2013.

The Stories Behind 6 Classic Stephen Sondheim Songs

Composer, lyricist, and Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim passed away on November 26, 2021 at the age of 91. Celebrate his life with a look back at a few of the many iconic songs he wrote over the course of his career.