Music in the 1980s was distinct. While artists today seem to borrow from the gamut of music history, musicians in the ’80s were doing their own thing, carving out a unique sound that couldn’t be ...

In the early years of hair metal, the Sunset Strip bands were more akin to The New York Dolls’ glam punk than what emerged on MTV in the mid-80s. Some bands, like Faster Pussycat and L.A. Guns, ...

Bands like Cheap Trick, Heart, and Chicago had a lot of success only to have it dry up at a certain point. These power ...

When it came to the ‘80s and power ballads, REO Speedwagon reigned supreme. In fact, the arena rock band’s ninth studio album, Hi Infidelity, was an absolute juggernaut, peaking at No. 1 on the ...

One of the most beloved New Wave ballads of the 1980s has had an unexpected comeback and viral moment. Spandau Ballet's "True" first hit the United States Billboard charts in 1983. It was the band's ...

Some voices are simply timeless, and Kevin Cronin just proved that beautiful truth during REO Speedwagon's recent performance at Ohio's Blossom Music Center. The 73-year-old rock legend delivered a ...