Triumph started in 1975 in Toronto, Canada. The original lineup was guitarist Rik Emmet, drummer and singer Gil Moore, and bassist and keyboardist Mike Levine. However, the group started as a four-member blues band called Abernathy Shangster. Two members, Fred Keeler and Peter Young left the band. Then, a chance encounter at Toronto Hollywood Tavern…
He might not have the most awards, the biggest number one hits, or even the best story, but he has something that can’t be measured, and that’s the love of his fans. With dozens of #1 hits, an induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame, and even his own museum, Merle Haggard may not…
Reba McEntire has had a prolific career in television and film, but it pales in comparison to her singing. The iconic Reba started singing in high school and performing at rodeos at a young age. She is best known for her heartfelt country songs, but Reba has also worked tirelessly to help charitable organizations like…
Halsey is the stage name of Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, an American singer-songwriter who has been active since 2012. Even though she has been around for just a single decade’s time, she can nonetheless claim multiple hits. Combined with other factors, these hits have enabled Halsey to sell more than 1 million of her rock and…
The mid-’90s was a superb era for music, but not every band was meant to be. After some early success, members of the hardcore punk band Arcane were feeling limited by their genre and needed a change. Moving in a more metal direction seemed less restrictive and so the American metalcore band Dillinger Escape Plan…
Billie Eilish was born on December 18, 2001, in Los Angeles, California. Eilish’s first awards were in 2019, MTV Video Awards, American Music Awards, and Billboard’s nomination for Woman of the Year. However, her proudest moment was when she made history as the first woman to win each major category, Album of the Year, Record…
A lot of guys play piano but there is only one Piano Man. It has been that way since 1973. But Billy Joel is more than just a musician with a catchy moniker, he is the transformational recording artist who has sold more than 150 million records. His success is nothing short of astonishing and…
Music videos were relatively unknown until August 1, 1981, when MTV launched. As the decade progressed, videos started evolving from outtakes and footage of artists performing songs to several minutes of artistic expression. Over the years, song videos have provided viewers with a glimpse into the meaning of the song. Artists like Kanye West and…
Are you familiar with the British band the Psychedelic Furs? If not, you might want to know that they are a punk rock group that has been around since the 1970s. Brothers Richard and Tim Butler had up the act, with Richard on lead vocals and Tim on the bass guitar. If you’re interested in…