Oldies Music: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Elvis cause of death
How and when did Elvis Presley die?
How and when did Elvis Presley die?
Oldies Dance Music
The Top 10 best oldies dance songs of all time, handpicked by your About.com Guide! Read the reviews, compare the prices, and buy them instantly here!
The Top 10 best oldies dance songs of all time, handpicked by your About.com Guide! Read the reviews, compare the prices, and buy them instantly here!
Summer Oldies CDs
The best summer oldies music CDs and compilations on the market - surf music, soul music, drag music, and shag music! All the big hits and some obscurities you haven't fallen in love with yet! Read your Guide's review, compare prices, and buy them right here!
The best summer oldies music CDs and compilations on the market - surf music, soul music, drag music, and shag music! All the big hits and some obscurities you haven't fallen in love with yet! Read your Guide's review, compare prices, and buy them right here!
Oldies Songs About School
Songs about going to school, getting out of school, cutting up in class and falling in love at the sock hop... Your Guide's picks for the best "school" related oldies of all time, just in time to get you (or your kids, or your grandkids) back in class!
Songs about going to school, getting out of school, cutting up in class and falling in love at the sock hop... Your Guide's picks for the best "school" related oldies of all time, just in time to get you (or your kids, or your grandkids) back in class!
Top 20 Wedding Oldies Part One
The oldies.about.com guide to the best wedding oldies songs, complete with reviews and a price comparison guide!
The oldies.about.com guide to the best wedding oldies songs, complete with reviews and a price comparison guide!
As Seen On TV!
A handy list to help you identify those old songs you keep hearing in the most popular new TV commercials and ads... from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
A handy list to help you identify those old songs you keep hearing in the most popular new TV commercials and ads... from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Profile: Motown
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important record labels of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important record labels of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
Oldies Music Concerts 2008
The largest list of concerts by oldies music artists on the internet -- find out where your favorite rock, pop and soul groups of the 50s, 60s, and 70s are performing through 2008! A continually updated resource from your Oldies guide at About.com.
The largest list of concerts by oldies music artists on the internet -- find out where your favorite rock, pop and soul groups of the 50s, 60s, and 70s are performing through 2008! A continually updated resource from your Oldies guide at About.com.
Top 10 CDs For Lovers Only
The Top Ten love song CDs and albums of the "oldies" era, as selected by your Oldies Guide at About.com... includes soul, pop, doo-wop, lounge, and more!
The Top Ten love song CDs and albums of the "oldies" era, as selected by your Oldies Guide at About.com... includes soul, pop, doo-wop, lounge, and more!
Top 20 Wedding Oldies Part Two
The oldies.about.com guide to the best wedding oldies songs, complete with reviews and a price comparison guide!
The oldies.about.com guide to the best wedding oldies songs, complete with reviews and a price comparison guide!
Jerry Lee and Myra Gale Brown
Why did Jerry Lee marry his thirteen-year-old cousin?
Why did Jerry Lee marry his thirteen-year-old cousin?
Neil Diamond: Home Before Dark
A review from your Oldies Guide at About.com: The new 2008 studio album from Neil Diamond, working once again with producer Rick Rubin on his followup to 2006's acclaimed 12 Songs.
A review from your Oldies Guide at About.com: The new 2008 studio album from Neil Diamond, working once again with producer Rick Rubin on his followup to 2006's acclaimed 12 Songs.
You Gotta Know How To Pony
The great dances of the Fifties and Sixties, and their place in the history of rock and roll and the rock generation.
The great dances of the Fifties and Sixties, and their place in the history of rock and roll and the rock generation.
Psychedelic Music
All about the psychedelic music of the Sixties -- classic songs by classic bands that never quite got the respect they deserved in their lifetime. When garage rock meets the counterculture, psych happens... read the history, browse the archives, compare the compilations, and buy one now!
All about the psychedelic music of the Sixties -- classic songs by classic bands that never quite got the respect they deserved in their lifetime. When garage rock meets the counterculture, psych happens... read the history, browse the archives, compare the compilations, and buy one now!
Sinatra: Nothing But The Best
A review from your Oldies Guide at About.com: the upcoming single-disc collection of Frank Sinatra's greatest Reprise hits, assembling twenty-two of his biggest Sixties hits in one place!
A review from your Oldies Guide at About.com: the upcoming single-disc collection of Frank Sinatra's greatest Reprise hits, assembling twenty-two of his biggest Sixties hits in one place!
Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy
The history of shag and beach music, including the story of how the postwar phenomenon evolved into a national pastime! Read about the bands past and present, the music, the dance, the clubs, and where to get this music right now!
The history of shag and beach music, including the story of how the postwar phenomenon evolved into a national pastime! Read about the bands past and present, the music, the dance, the clubs, and where to get this music right now!
The Top Ten Oldies of 1968
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1968 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1968 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com Hot 100 - Oldies Music
The 100 best oldies of all time, as picked by our visitors
The 100 best oldies of all time, as picked by our visitors
The Rat Pack Links and Resources
The kings of Sixties pop entertainment
The kings of Sixties pop entertainment
The Beatles "Jesus" Scandal
The story of John Lennon's "Jesus" remark and how it led to the Beatles leaving the stage for good
The story of John Lennon's "Jesus" remark and how it led to the Beatles leaving the stage for good
Please Please Me (album)
The history of and story behind the Beatles' first album, 1963's Please Please Me, including charts, session info, trivia, and more for all of the album's fourteen tracks. Written and compiled by your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles' first album, 1963's Please Please Me, including charts, session info, trivia, and more for all of the album's fourteen tracks. Written and compiled by your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1967
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1967 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1967 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1972
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1972 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1972 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1958
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1958 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1958 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1969
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1969 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1969 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
Profile: Tina Turner
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
The History of Elvis: 1955
The history of Elvis Presley in 1955, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
The history of Elvis Presley in 1955, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1959
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1959 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1959 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1964
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1964 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1964 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1965
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1965 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1965 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
Revolution
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Revolution," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Revolution," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Profile: Stevie Wonder
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
Summer of Love Oldies
The all time greatest oldies songs and music from 1967 that deal with the Summer of Love or which merely espouse its philosophy... a list of the summer of '67's greatest peace-and-love classics, handpicked by your Oldies guide at About.com.
The all time greatest oldies songs and music from 1967 that deal with the Summer of Love or which merely espouse its philosophy... a list of the summer of '67's greatest peace-and-love classics, handpicked by your Oldies guide at About.com.
Beach Boys
One of a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One of a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
Oldies For The Troops
A selection of oldies songs and music written about (and often from the perspective of) soldiers, war, fighting, and those they leave behind... a list of 60s and 70s top 40 classics handpicked exclusively by your Oldies guide at About.com.
A selection of oldies songs and music written about (and often from the perspective of) soldiers, war, fighting, and those they leave behind... a list of 60s and 70s top 40 classics handpicked exclusively by your Oldies guide at About.com.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1960
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1960 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1960 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
What Does "American Pie" Mean?
A look at the interpretation of rock's most famous folk history
A look at the interpretation of rock's most famous folk history
The Top Ten Oldies of 1966
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1966 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1966 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
I Want To Hold Your Hand
The history and story behind the Beatles song "I Want To Hold Your Hand," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history and story behind the Beatles song "I Want To Hold Your Hand," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1961
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1961 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1961 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1963
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1963 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1963 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
30 Things About Elvis
Little-known facts and trivia about Elvis Presley, including stories about his childhood, career, death, and more. Elvis Presley facts most fans don't know, courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
Little-known facts and trivia about Elvis Presley, including stories about his childhood, career, death, and more. Elvis Presley facts most fans don't know, courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1957
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1957 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1957 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
Yummy Yummy Yummy
Love it or hate it, you can't deny that Bubblegum pop was one of the most popular movements of late-Sixties and early-Seventies radio. It's even inspired modern generations of musicians who recognize its cheesy appeal. This week, I'm checking out the history of true bubblegum and how it was created. Come along!
Love it or hate it, you can't deny that Bubblegum pop was one of the most popular movements of late-Sixties and early-Seventies radio. It's even inspired modern generations of musicians who recognize its cheesy appeal. This week, I'm checking out the history of true bubblegum and how it was created. Come along!
If Everybody Had A Notion...
The best places on the web to find information on classic surf music oldies.
The best places on the web to find information on classic surf music oldies.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1955
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1955 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1955 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
The First Rock Song
The first rock and roll song: can it be determined?
The first rock and roll song: can it be determined?
The Top Ten Oldies of 1973
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1973 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1973 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
Oldies Against War
A selection of oldies songs and music against war, for peace, and about the struggle between the two... a list of 60s and 70s top 40 antiwar classics handpicked exclusively by your Oldies guide at About.com.
A selection of oldies songs and music against war, for peace, and about the struggle between the two... a list of 60s and 70s top 40 antiwar classics handpicked exclusively by your Oldies guide at About.com.
The Top 10 Breakup Songs/Women
A list of the best breakup oldies songs sung by women, as picked by me, your oldies guide at About.com. Rock and roll, R&B, pop, disco, girl groups, and more from the 50s, 60s, and 70s.
A list of the best breakup oldies songs sung by women, as picked by me, your oldies guide at About.com. Rock and roll, R&B, pop, disco, girl groups, and more from the 50s, 60s, and 70s.
John Lennon conspiracy
What are the conspiracy theories surrounding John Lennon's murder?
What are the conspiracy theories surrounding John Lennon's murder?
Oldies Internet Radio Stations and Webcasts
Where to find the few oldies internet radio stations that are left
Where to find the few oldies internet radio stations that are left
Profile: The Guess Who
The Guess Who started out as a classy pop-soul band with hits like "These Eyes" and "Laughing," but also proved themselves adept at hard-rock anthems like "American Woman," "No Time," and "No Sugar Tonight." This Guess Who profile is the latest in a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
The Guess Who started out as a classy pop-soul band with hits like "These Eyes" and "Laughing," but also proved themselves adept at hard-rock anthems like "American Woman," "No Time," and "No Sugar Tonight." This Guess Who profile is the latest in a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Summer Romance Oldies
The all time greatest oldies songs and music about summer romances, their fleeting nature, and the joy and pain they can bring... a list of 60s and 70s summer romance classics handpicked exclusively by your Oldies guide at About.com.
The all time greatest oldies songs and music about summer romances, their fleeting nature, and the joy and pain they can bring... a list of 60s and 70s summer romance classics handpicked exclusively by your Oldies guide at About.com.
Profile: James Brown
A history of James Brown, the "Godfather of Soul" and the primary architect of funk music who entered musical iconhood with his dynamic stage act and big hits like "I Got You (I Feel Good)," "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag," and "Sex Machine." This James Brown profile is one of a series on music's most important artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A history of James Brown, the "Godfather of Soul" and the primary architect of funk music who entered musical iconhood with his dynamic stage act and big hits like "I Got You (I Feel Good)," "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag," and "Sex Machine." This James Brown profile is one of a series on music's most important artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1970
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1970 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1970 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1974
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1974 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1974 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The Top Ten Oldies of 1975
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1975 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1975 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
Elvis and drugs
What was Elvis Presley's relationship with drugs?
What was Elvis Presley's relationship with drugs?
Buddy Holly's plane crash
How did Buddy Holly's fatal plane crash occur?
How did Buddy Holly's fatal plane crash occur?
The Top Ten Oldies of 1962
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1962 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1962 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The Top 10 Breakup Songs / Men
A list of the best breakup oldies songs sung by men, as picked by me, your oldies guide at About.com. Rock and roll, R&B, pop, folk-rock, garage, and more from the 50s, 60s, and 70s.
A list of the best breakup oldies songs sung by men, as picked by me, your oldies guide at About.com. Rock and roll, R&B, pop, folk-rock, garage, and more from the 50s, 60s, and 70s.
Clap For The Wolfman: The Legacy of Wolfman Jack
The story of history's most popular DJ
The story of history's most popular DJ
The Beatles FAQ at oldies.about.com
The most frequently asked Beatles questions -- and where to find the answers
The most frequently asked Beatles questions -- and where to find the answers
The Top 10 Elvis Presley CDs
The top ten Elvis Presley CDs of all time - compilations, original albums, live recordings, and more! A handy shopping list from your oldies.about.com guide. Compare prices and buy these Elvis CDs here!
The top ten Elvis Presley CDs of all time - compilations, original albums, live recordings, and more! A handy shopping list from your oldies.about.com guide. Compare prices and buy these Elvis CDs here!
The Top Ten Mardi Gras Oldies
A list of the best Mardi Gras oldies, as celebrated by New Orleans carnival revelers for decades now, as picked by me, your oldies guide at About.com. Funk, rock, R&B, brass band music, and more from the 50s, 60s, and 70s.
A list of the best Mardi Gras oldies, as celebrated by New Orleans carnival revelers for decades now, as picked by me, your oldies guide at About.com. Funk, rock, R&B, brass band music, and more from the 50s, 60s, and 70s.
Teen Tragedy - The Fifties and Sixties
The Top Ten greatest teen tragedy songs of the Fifties and Sixties
The Top Ten greatest teen tragedy songs of the Fifties and Sixties
Elvis' final concert
When and where was Elvis Presley's last concert?
When and where was Elvis Presley's last concert?
The Top Ten Oldies of 1971
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1971 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the top ten oldies of 1971 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
Ultimate Summer
A playlist of classic surf and hot rod oldies music for your iPod, other music player, or legally burned CD... check the songs and their descriptions, find which ones are available for download, and make your own oldies CD!
A playlist of classic surf and hot rod oldies music for your iPod, other music player, or legally burned CD... check the songs and their descriptions, find which ones are available for download, and make your own oldies CD!
The Top Ten Oldies of 1956
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1956 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies of 1956 -- the smash hits, the important singles, and the historical artifacts. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, sound samples, and more.
Profile: Dave Clark Five
A profile of the Dave Clark Five, the British Invasion's second attack on American shores in the mid-Sixties, the raucous and fun group who scored with hits like "Glad All Over," "Catch Us If You Can," and "Over and Over." This Dave Clark Five profile, which includes music, history, and trivia, is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A profile of the Dave Clark Five, the British Invasion's second attack on American shores in the mid-Sixties, the raucous and fun group who scored with hits like "Glad All Over," "Catch Us If You Can," and "Over and Over." This Dave Clark Five profile, which includes music, history, and trivia, is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Love Me Do
The history and story behind the Beatles song "Love Me Do," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history and story behind the Beatles song "Love Me Do," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The History of Elvis: 1954
The history of Elvis Presley in 1954, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
The history of Elvis Presley in 1954, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
What is Shag dancing?
What is Shag dancing?
What is Shag dancing?
Top 10 Oldies Myths
The Top Ten myths and urban legends about rock and pop in the 50s, 60s, and 70s, how they started, and why they're totally (or at least mostly) false. From your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The Top Ten myths and urban legends about rock and pop in the 50s, 60s, and 70s, how they started, and why they're totally (or at least mostly) false. From your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Profile: Three Dog Night
A profile of Three Dog Night, the incredibly popular 70s AM staples who scored over and over with golden oldies like "One," "Joy To The World," and "Mama Told Me Not To Come." This Three Dog Night profile, which includes music, history, and trivia, is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A profile of Three Dog Night, the incredibly popular 70s AM staples who scored over and over with golden oldies like "One," "Joy To The World," and "Mama Told Me Not To Come." This Three Dog Night profile, which includes music, history, and trivia, is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
If I Can Dream
35 years later, the legacy remains - this simple NBC-TV special remains one of the more fascinating career resurrections in entertainment history. How did the King do it? More importantly, why did he do it? All questions are answered here!
35 years later, the legacy remains - this simple NBC-TV special remains one of the more fascinating career resurrections in entertainment history. How did the King do it? More importantly, why did he do it? All questions are answered here!
Profile: The Platters
The Platters were the king of the pop vocal groups in the late Fifties, indelibly linked to doo-wop even though they didn't utilize the style. Find out more about the group behind "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes," "Twilight Time," and "The Great Pretender" here in this profile, the latest in a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
The Platters were the king of the pop vocal groups in the late Fifties, indelibly linked to doo-wop even though they didn't utilize the style. Find out more about the group behind "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes," "Twilight Time," and "The Great Pretender" here in this profile, the latest in a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
It's Got A Good Beat...
The story of "American Bandstand" - the television phenomenon that helped turn rock and roll into a national obsession!
The story of "American Bandstand" - the television phenomenon that helped turn rock and roll into a national obsession!
The History of Elvis: 1959
The history of Elvis Presley in 1959, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
The history of Elvis Presley in 1959, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
Oldies Music - TopPicks
An index of TopPicks for the Oldies Music guide site.
An index of TopPicks for the Oldies Music guide site.
The History of Elvis: 1958
The history of Elvis Presley in 1958, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
The history of Elvis Presley in 1958, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
Is Elvis alive?
Is Elvis Presley actually still alive?
Is Elvis Presley actually still alive?
American Pie: Chorus
What's the meaning of the chorus ("Bye, bye, Miss American Pie")?
What's the meaning of the chorus ("Bye, bye, Miss American Pie")?
Twist and Shout
The history and story behind the Beatles song "Twist and Shout," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history and story behind the Beatles song "Twist and Shout," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The History of Elvis: 1960
The history of Elvis Presley in 1960, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
The history of Elvis Presley in 1960, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
Hey Jude
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Hey Jude," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Hey Jude," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
I Am The Walrus
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "I Am The Walrus," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "I Am The Walrus," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Greatest Oldies Duets
The greatest duets of the '50s, '60s, and '70s, including classic love and relationship songs in rock, pop, soul, r&b, and more. A list compiled by your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The greatest duets of the '50s, '60s, and '70s, including classic love and relationship songs in rock, pop, soul, r&b, and more. A list compiled by your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Profile: Jan and Dean
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
The Sixties Girl Groups
The females that helped save rock and roll
The females that helped save rock and roll
Hello Goodbye
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Hello Goodbye," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Hello Goodbye," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Ray Charles' families
How many wives and children did Ray Charles have?
How many wives and children did Ray Charles have?
Strawberry Fields Forever
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Strawberry Fields Forever," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Strawberry Fields Forever," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Profile: Barry White
A history of Barry White, R&B's greatest seducer who was a major presence in the Seventies with hits like "Can't Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe" and "Never Never Gonna Give You Up." This Barry White profile is one of a series on pop music's most important artists of the 50s, 60s, and 70s, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A history of Barry White, R&B's greatest seducer who was a major presence in the Seventies with hits like "Can't Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe" and "Never Never Gonna Give You Up." This Barry White profile is one of a series on pop music's most important artists of the 50s, 60s, and 70s, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Profile: Ritchie Valens
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
Bee Gees: Love Songs
Your oldies.about.com Guide's review: the new single-disc collection devoted entirely to the Bee Gee's greatest love ballads, with a few surprises thrown in.
Your oldies.about.com Guide's review: the new single-disc collection devoted entirely to the Bee Gee's greatest love ballads, with a few surprises thrown in.
Northern Soul
All about the phenomenon of Northern Soul - Northern Soul clubs, music, audio files, history, and much more!
All about the phenomenon of Northern Soul - Northern Soul clubs, music, audio files, history, and much more!
Road Trip Oldies CDs
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies CDs for a road trip -- rock and roll, blues, boogie, country, bluegrass, and more! Complete with music reviews, tracklistings, and a price comparison guide.
The oldies.about.com guide to the best oldies CDs for a road trip -- rock and roll, blues, boogie, country, bluegrass, and more! Complete with music reviews, tracklistings, and a price comparison guide.
Let It Be
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Let It Be," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Let It Be," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Profile: The Zombies
The Zombies were the jazziest and most sophisticated of all the British Invasion bands, weaving a dark yet mellow tapestry with hits like "Time Of The Season," "She's Not There," and "Tell Her No." This Zombies profile is the latest in a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
The Zombies were the jazziest and most sophisticated of all the British Invasion bands, weaving a dark yet mellow tapestry with hits like "Time Of The Season," "She's Not There," and "Tell Her No." This Zombies profile is the latest in a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Shut 'Em Down!
The history of hot rod music, surf music's meaner cousin... read about the guitar gods and smokin' bands who populated the genre, learn how the music developed along with the rods it provided the soundtrack for, and see where you can buy this music right now!
The history of hot rod music, surf music's meaner cousin... read about the guitar gods and smokin' bands who populated the genre, learn how the music developed along with the rods it provided the soundtrack for, and see where you can buy this music right now!
All You Need Is Love
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "All You Need Is Love," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "All You Need Is Love," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
John Lennon and Vietnam
What role did the Vietnam War play in the FBI Lennon investigation?
What role did the Vietnam War play in the FBI Lennon investigation?
Yesterday
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Yesterday," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Yesterday," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The Mamas and the Papas
A profile of the Mamas and the Papas, the folk-rock quartet who epitomized the West Coast sound of the Sixties with hits like "Monday Monday," "California Dreamin'," and "Creeque Alley." This Mamas and the Papas profile is one of a series on music's most important artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A profile of the Mamas and the Papas, the folk-rock quartet who epitomized the West Coast sound of the Sixties with hits like "Monday Monday," "California Dreamin'," and "Creeque Alley." This Mamas and the Papas profile is one of a series on music's most important artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Top Ten Oldies 1955-1975
An index of the Top Ten oldies from 1955-1975, inclusive, as chosen by your Oldies Guide at About.com -- the smash hits, the best singles, and most influential works. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
An index of the Top Ten oldies from 1955-1975, inclusive, as chosen by your Oldies Guide at About.com -- the smash hits, the best singles, and most influential works. Complete with music reviews, information, trivia, and more.
Phil Spector Trial
Legendary '60s music Phil Spector stands trial for the alleged murder of actress Lana Clarkson in 2003... is the famed architect of the "Wall Of Sound" guilty of killing her, or is he merely a victim of circumstance? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Legendary '60s music Phil Spector stands trial for the alleged murder of actress Lana Clarkson in 2003... is the famed architect of the "Wall Of Sound" guilty of killing her, or is he merely a victim of circumstance? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
If I Fell
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "If I Fell," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "If I Fell," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The Top 10 Elvis Presley DVDs
The top ten Elvis Presley DVDs of all time - compilations, original albums, live recordings, and more! A handy shopping list from your oldies.about.com guide. Compare prices and buy these Elvis DVDs here!
The top ten Elvis Presley DVDs of all time - compilations, original albums, live recordings, and more! A handy shopping list from your oldies.about.com guide. Compare prices and buy these Elvis DVDs here!
And I Love Her
The history and story behind the Beatles song "And I Love Her," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history and story behind the Beatles song "And I Love Her," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Profile: CCR
A profile of Creedence Clearwater Revival, the most popular (and some would say best) American rock group of the Sixties, responsible for classic hits like "Fortunate Son," "Proud Mary," and "Down On The Corner." This Creedence Clearwater Revival profile is one of a series on music's most important artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A profile of Creedence Clearwater Revival, the most popular (and some would say best) American rock group of the Sixties, responsible for classic hits like "Fortunate Son," "Proud Mary," and "Down On The Corner." This Creedence Clearwater Revival profile is one of a series on music's most important artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Come Together
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Come Together," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Come Together," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Elvis' health
Did factors other than drugs contribute to Elvis Presley's death?
Did factors other than drugs contribute to Elvis Presley's death?
Elvis Presley Books
The oldies.about.com guide to a Elvis Presley book collection -- biographies, histories, and guides no Elvis fan should be without, complete with reviews and a price comparison guide!
The oldies.about.com guide to a Elvis Presley book collection -- biographies, histories, and guides no Elvis fan should be without, complete with reviews and a price comparison guide!
The Supremes
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
Profile: The Hollies
A profile of The Hollies, the British Invasion band that captivated audiences on both sides of the ocean with hits like "Bus Stop," "Carrie-Anne," and "The Air That I Breathe." This Hollies profile is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A profile of The Hollies, the British Invasion band that captivated audiences on both sides of the ocean with hits like "Bus Stop," "Carrie-Anne," and "The Air That I Breathe." This Hollies profile is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Don't Let Me Down
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Don't Let Me Down," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Don't Let Me Down," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Profile: Percy Sledge
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
Why Lennon was killed
Why did John Lennon's killer want him dead?
Why did John Lennon's killer want him dead?
Profile: Connie Francis
A profile of Connie Francis, the most popular female singer of the early rock and roll era, who, with hits like "Who's Sorry Now," "Stupid Cupid," and "Everybody's Somebody's Fool," earned her the title of America's Sweetheart. This Connie Francis profile is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A profile of Connie Francis, the most popular female singer of the early rock and roll era, who, with hits like "Who's Sorry Now," "Stupid Cupid," and "Everybody's Somebody's Fool," earned her the title of America's Sweetheart. This Connie Francis profile is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Eleanor Rigby
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Eleanor Rigby," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Eleanor Rigby," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Top Picks - Oldies Music
Where to find the best oldies music compilations
Where to find the best oldies music compilations
Profile: Neil Diamond
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
Profile: Chubby Checker
A profile of Chubby Checker, the king of the dance crazes that set the world on fire in the early Sixties with "The Twist," "Let's Twist Again," and "Dear Lady Twist" before going on to school us about the Limbo, the Pony, the Fly, and more. This Chubby Checker profile is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A profile of Chubby Checker, the king of the dance crazes that set the world on fire in the early Sixties with "The Twist," "Let's Twist Again," and "Dear Lady Twist" before going on to school us about the Limbo, the Pony, the Fly, and more. This Chubby Checker profile is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Sam Cooke
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
I Saw Her Standing There
The history and story behind the Beatles song "I Saw Her Standing There," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history and story behind the Beatles song "I Saw Her Standing There," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The most authentic UK R&B band
A profile of the Animals, the group on the front lines of the British Invasion that scored big with "House Of The Rising Sun," "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood," and "We Gotta Get Out Of This Place." This Animals profile is one of a series on music's most important artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A profile of the Animals, the group on the front lines of the British Invasion that scored big with "House Of The Rising Sun," "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood," and "We Gotta Get Out Of This Place." This Animals profile is one of a series on music's most important artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Elvis' last words
What were Elvis Presley's last words?
What were Elvis Presley's last words?
Buddy Holly and the Crickets Links and Resources
The man who invented the rock and roll band
The man who invented the rock and roll band
Rain
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Rain," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Rain," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Profile: Tommy James
A profile of Tommy James and the Shondells, the almost-forgotten garage rockers who finally hit with "Hanky Panky" and "Mony Mony," went bubblegum with "I Think We're Alone Now," and then got psychedelic with "Crimson and Clover." This Tommy James and the Shondells profile, which includes music, history, and trivia, is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A profile of Tommy James and the Shondells, the almost-forgotten garage rockers who finally hit with "Hanky Panky" and "Mony Mony," went bubblegum with "I Think We're Alone Now," and then got psychedelic with "Crimson and Clover." This Tommy James and the Shondells profile, which includes music, history, and trivia, is one of a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Guide Profile: Aretha Franklin
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
Ticket To Ride
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Ticket To Ride," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history of and story behind the Beatles song "Ticket To Ride," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
She Loves You
The history and story behind the Beatles song "She Loves You," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history and story behind the Beatles song "She Loves You," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Profile: The Spinners
The Spinners, while from Detroit, were nevertheless one of the most critically and commercially successful of the "Philly Soul" groups, scoring with "The Rubberband Man," "(One Of A Kind) Love Affair," and "It's A Shame." This (Detroit) Spinners profile is the latest in a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
The Spinners, while from Detroit, were nevertheless one of the most critically and commercially successful of the "Philly Soul" groups, scoring with "The Rubberband Man," "(One Of A Kind) Love Affair," and "It's A Shame." This (Detroit) Spinners profile is the latest in a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Please Please Me
The history and story behind the Beatles song "Please Please Me," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history and story behind the Beatles song "Please Please Me," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Elvis' last day
What was Elvis Presley's last day like?
What was Elvis Presley's last day like?
Old School Oldies Volume 2
Your oldies.about.com Guide's review: Thump's second volume in their recent "old school oldies" series, featuring classic doo-wop, soul, and R&B!
Your oldies.about.com Guide's review: Thump's second volume in their recent "old school oldies" series, featuring classic doo-wop, soul, and R&B!
Song For The Asking
The rumors are now fact - Simon and Garfunkel are reuniting for a North American tour, their first national jaunt in over 20 years! Read the press, buy tickets here, and visit the best S&G websites in order to prepare yourself for the historic concerts!
The rumors are now fact - Simon and Garfunkel are reuniting for a North American tour, their first national jaunt in over 20 years! Read the press, buy tickets here, and visit the best S&G websites in order to prepare yourself for the historic concerts!
Profile: Simon and Garfunkel
A profile of Paul Simon and Art Garnfukel, folk-rock's most successful duo of all time, responsible for taking the genre to new heights with hits like "The Boxer," "The Sounds of Silence," and "Bridge Over Troubled Water." This Simon and Garfunkel profile is one of a series on music's most important artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
A profile of Paul Simon and Art Garnfukel, folk-rock's most successful duo of all time, responsible for taking the genre to new heights with hits like "The Boxer," "The Sounds of Silence," and "Bridge Over Troubled Water." This Simon and Garfunkel profile is one of a series on music's most important artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Profile: Lymon / Teenagers
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
One in a series of profiles on rock and roll's most important artists of the oldies era, written and compiled by your Guide here at oldies.about.com.
Can't Buy Me Love
The history and story behind the Beatles song "Can't Buy Me Love," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The history and story behind the Beatles song "Can't Buy Me Love," including charts, session info, trivia, and more, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
Profile: The O'Jays
The O'Jays were the most popular of the Philly Soul superstars, moving from protest funk ("For The Love Of Money") to pop anthems ("Love Train") and even through the disco era ("Use Ta Be My Girl"). This O'Jays profile is the latest in a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
The O'Jays were the most popular of the Philly Soul superstars, moving from protest funk ("For The Love Of Money") to pop anthems ("Love Train") and even through the disco era ("Use Ta Be My Girl"). This O'Jays profile is the latest in a series on music's most popular artists of the rock and roll oldies era, written and compiled by your oldies Guide here at About.com.
Mills vs. Paul McCartney
The world's most famous billionaire, Paul McCartney, squares off in a nasty divorce trial with his second wife, model and activist Heather Mills. Is the ex-Beatle penny pinching again, or is Heather digging for gold? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The world's most famous billionaire, Paul McCartney, squares off in a nasty divorce trial with his second wife, model and activist Heather Mills. Is the ex-Beatle penny pinching again, or is Heather digging for gold? An overview of the issue, complete with both sides of the story, from your Oldies Guide at About.com.
The History of Elvis: 1961
The history of Elvis Presley in 1961, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
The history of Elvis Presley in 1961, including Elvis singles, concerts, important dates and more. A historical Elvis Presley timeline courtesy of your oldies music guide at About.com.
Ray Charles and heroin
When did Ray Charles become addicted to heroin?
When did Ray Charles become addicted to heroin?
Elvis' funeral
What were the details of Elvis Presley's funeral?
What were the details of Elvis Presley's funeral?
This Should Go On Forever
The history of swamp pop - that distinctly Cajun-spiced, slightly countryfied version of rock that was born in Louisiana (and also, some say, Texas). Read about the obscure artists that made this early-Sixties music, and see what they're doing today. You know more of these songs than you might imagine!
The history of swamp pop - that distinctly Cajun-spiced, slightly countryfied version of rock that was born in Louisiana (and also, some say, Texas). Read about the obscure artists that made this early-Sixties music, and see what they're doing today. You know more of these songs than you might imagine!