The 1950s saw the birth of rock and roll, but these original songs might have been overshadowed by their covers.

“In the Still of the Night” by The Five Satins (1956) A smooth, tender ballad, “In the Still of the Night” is one of the most recognizable love songs from the 1950s. The song was written ...

In advance of her appearance at Tradfest in Dublin,  Peggy Seeger recalls aspects of her incredible life in music ...

“In the Still of the Night” by The Five Satins (1956) A smooth, tender ballad, “In the Still of the Night” is one of the most recognizable love songs from the 1950s. The song was written by Fred ...

Learn about Johnny Cash's gentle take on 'You Are My Sunshine', perfect for bedtime singing. Find out why this sweet melody ...

Life got in the way. I became a young widow with two young boys, and later worked full time while attending college classes ...

If the Donny & Marie variety show could be summed up in two words, they would have to be “comfort food.” With its corny humor ...

Rosie was one of the most important Chicanas ever,” Herman Baca said. “She was a pioneer. She was a source of pride and inspiration.” ...

David Lynch created off-kilter classics such as "Blue Velvet," "Wild at Heart," "Mulholland Drive" and the innovative TV series "Twin Peaks." He was 78.

I Love Lucy, The Honeymooners ... But, not everyone enjoyed the same freedoms during this era. Many of the songs in the 1950s hinted at the simmering racial tension that would later usher in ...