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

If you're looking to dive into classic country music, these songs from some of the genre's most celebrated artists are great ...

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

Today in Music History for Jan. 30: In 1917, the Original Dixieland Jazz Band recorded ``Darktown Strutters' Ball.'' Some historians consider this to be the earliest commercially made jazz record. It ...

Soul music icon Candi Staton returns with her 32nd album, Back to My Roots. A standout track is her soulful duet with STAX legend William Bell.

The decade between 1952 and the early 1960s was the peak period for the style of music we now call doo wop, after which it ...

In honor of Elvis Presley's 90th birthday on Jan. 8, 2025, here is a look at one Elvis highlight per decade from the 1930s to the 2020s.

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

Even if you weren’t around when the band got their start in the late 1950s, you’ve definitely experienced the music of The Isley Brothers. With a sound that combines R&B, rock, funk and soul, their ...

“An individual that was quick to forgive and had the ability to show unconditional love to everyone ... career began in the 1950s when Wayne, Alan, Merrill and Jay sang as a barbershop quartet. Their ...

The 1950s brings to mind poodle skirts, sock hops, and drive-in movies. I Love Lucy ... laying the groundwork for the rock and roll songs of the 1960s and the rebellious tunes of the 1970s.

The 1950s brings to mind poodle skirts, sock hops, and drive-in movies. I Love Lucy, The Honeymooners ... laying the groundwork for the rock and roll songs of the 1960s and the rebellious tunes of the ...