The 1980s delivered a unique, vibrant, and often extravagant musical landscape that defined an entire generation. For those who grew up in the era, the decade’s hits usually evoke powerful feelings of ...

Stacker scoured Billboard charts from the '80s and chose 25 of the top bands whose music became the soundtrack of the decade.

The 1980s didn’t just sound different; it looked different, felt bigger, and pushed rock in multiple directions at once. Arena anthems got shinier. Guitar solos got faster. Alternative scenes got ...

We think of prog rock as a genre that dominated in the 70s and disappeared into the ether afterward. Not entirely true. Some progressive rock acts not only sustained in the 70s but also found ways to ...

‘80s Rock Icons Leave Fans Speechless With Flawless Sound originally appeared on Parade. Some bands age like fine wine, and The Psychedelic Furs just proved that nearly five decades of rock experience ...

The 1980s gave us some truly iconic rock albums, but there are several that are just one song away from being truly perfect.

These are our picks for the "Big 4" bands (and artists) of 1980s metal. That of course doesn't mean that there are only four legendary thrash bands, it just means they're the bands that are most ...

The 1980s weren’t just about synth-pop and MTV newcomers — it was also a decade where rock icons from the 60s and 70s staged remarkable comebacks. From Tina Turner’s Private Dancer to Aerosmith’s ...

’80s rock stood in stark contrast to ’70s rock. The majority of the prior decade saw bands relying on rough-around-the-edges production, wiry guitars, and raw vocals. The ’80s got rockers to think ...

Note: This story has been updated to clarify that The Knack co-founding bassist Prescott Niles is performing under the name Prescott Niles’ The Knack. An original member of a popular 1970s-‘80s rock ...