The Ramones were a punk rock band formed in New York City in 1974. In their early days, the band’s success was limited, but they were considered influential in the punk rock genre. However, they went on to become one of the most successful bands of all time. All the band members took on pseudonyms…
Rick Astley is a British singer, songwriter, and radio personality who began his career in 1985. The award-winning singer was at the height of his fame during the latter half of the 80s and the early 90s. Although he retired from the entertainment industry in 1994, he decided to resume his career in 2000….
“Pancho and Lefty” is the best known song from perhaps the greatest songwriter you’ve never heard of. It was written in 1972 by the hallowed pen of Townes Van Zandt. Hardly known outside the realm of the music connoisseur, Van Zandt is admired by other musical artists and revered among songwriters. Mickey Newbury, a songwriting…
Megadeth is an American thrash metal band formed in Los Angeles, California on December 18th, 1983. After the breakup of Metallica, Dave Mustaine teamed up with guitarist Marty Friedman and bassist David Ellefson to create Megadeth. Their debut album was released in 1985 and it was called “Killing Is My Business… And Business Is Good!”….
Calico Cooper is best known for being the daughter of shock rock star Alice Cooper. Although having a famous father is what put her in the limelight, Calico Cooper is now known in her own right, as she works in several aspects of the entertainment industry, including music, television, and film. While many people know…
Senses Fail have been dominating the New Jersey post-hardcore music scene since the formation of the band in 2001. Senses Fail will always be considered post-hardcore but their albums have tapped into other genres as well. The band have created their own unique sound, even with a rotating set of band members outside of Buddy…
Born Gary Bradford, he is better known to the world by his stage name, Eldorado Red. While he hasn’t gotten the most mainstream success throughout his rap career, Eldorado Red has built a solid reputation in the streets. He has released several mixtapes and he’s worked with some well known artists in the process. Popular…
Billy Idol broke out in the 1980’s as one of the most popular musicians of the time. His music combined punk rock and glam rock influenced by mainstream 1960’s rock and roll. Idol was born William Michael Albert Board in Middlesex, England in 1955. His family moved to New York where Billy’s sister Jane was…
YFN Lucci came into the limelight in 2015 and has become a fast-rising star in Atlanta. So much has he become successful that even Lil Wayne’s daughter, Reginae Carter, has her eye on him. The two have been dating, but Lucci has had too many run-ins with the law prompting the lovebirds to slow down…