Duke Ellington recorded Masterpieces by Ellington, an ambitious album that redefined jazz composition. This deep dive explores the breathtaking Mood Indigo, a song that expanded beyond its swing roots ...

A man spends seven lifetimes chasing the same woman. In every era, ranging from a smoky 1950s jazz club, and a neon-lit 1980s ...

What was music like in 1959? Better yet, what were the one-hit wonders like from that time period? Were they of the past or future?

Eagles' fight song history Originally created by Charles Borrelli and Roger Courtland in the 1950s, the song took on new life before the turn of the century.

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 the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s. The ...

The song was first performed in 1930, but Nina Simone’s version featuring her sultry voice made it a 1950s hit. The jazz song also had a resurgence in 1987 due to a Chanel No. 5 commercial.

Her engaging personality and musical talent made her a popular figure during the 1950s. Famous songs: “That’s All I Want from You,” “The Longest Walk,” “Life Is Just a Bowl of Cherries” ...

Pop songs’ melodies have become simpler since 1950s, study finds Scientists said the vocal melody of 1953’s 'I'm Walking Behind You' by Eddie Fisher is more complex than 'Poker Face' by Lady Gaga.

Melodies of popular songs have become simpler since the 1950s, according to scientists. An analysis of hundreds of chart hits from the past 70 years has shown "a significant decline" in the ...