Posts tagged with Song Stories
One Of These Nights: The Story Behind Eagles’ Aspirational Hit Song
The song that took Eagles in a new, rockier direction, One Of These Nights was, according to Glenn Frey, ‘a breakthrough’ for the group.
Beautiful Stranger: The Story Behind Madonna’s ‘Austin Powers’ Movie Hit
Joining a long line of illustrious Madonna soundtrack contributions, Beautiful Stranger made itself at home in the hearts of fans and critics.
When Doves Cry Facts: 10 Things You Need To Know About Prince’s Seminal Pop Masterpiece
Prince’s hit ‘Purple Rain’ song When Doves Cry changed the game in the 80s. These ten facts reveal exactly why that was.
‘A Sky Full Of Stars’: How Coldplay Embraced EDM For Their Euphoric Single
Guided by their faith in the universe, Coldplay’s team-up with Avicii on A Sky Full Of Stars saw the planets align for a galaxy-sized hit.
Take It Easy: The Full Story Behind Eagles’ Debut Single
Opening Eagles’ debut album, Take It Easy was a career-making introduction to the group – but the song is not as laidback as it seems.
Boys Keep Swinging: Behind David Bowie’s Critique Of Male Privilege
One of many David Bowie songs to challenge assumptions about gender, Boys Keep Swinging was an art-pop triumph when it was released in 1979.
Tequila Sunrise: How Eagles Wrote Their First Truly Classic Song
The song that kick-started the Don Henley and Glenn Frey partnership, Tequila Sunrise ushered in a new dawn for Eagles’ core artistic force.
Rock’n’Roll Suicide: Behind The David Bowie Song That Foretold Ziggy’s Doom
Closing the ‘Ziggy Stardust’ album, the song Rock’n’Roll Suicide was arguably David Bowie’s first theatrical masterstroke.
‘Regret’: How New Order’s Classic Single Turned Turmoil Into Triumph
They were tired of the music business, yet New Order still created one of their greatest guitar-based songs in the shape of Regret.
Don’t Stop: The Story Behind Fleetwood Mac’s Enduring Hit Song
Written by Christine McVie as a plea for optimism, the song Don’t Stop is an ageless rock classic from Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Rumours’ era.
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