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The 1983 rock classic, one of the ‘best arena rock songs of all time’, became a timeless road-trip anthem

One of rock’s greatest road-trip songs can make a long drive feel effortless — but its biggest benefit doesn’t come until the last minute. Forty-five years ago this month, Journey released an arena-rock anthem designed to keep listeners waiting and then on repeat. “Don’t Stop Believin'” from the band’s July 1981 album. exodusDespite its driving

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58 Years Ago Today: ‘One of the Greatest Country Songs of All Time’ Released

58 years ago today, one of the best country songs of all time was officially released, becoming an instant hit. July 22nd is an important day in music history, as Elvis Costello released his debut album, my aim is trueIn 1977, while Stevie Wonder released his single if you really love me In 1971. And

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The 1986 Bon Jovi classic is one of the best rock songs of all time — but Jon Bon Jovi wanted to kill it

When you think of the 1980s and music, it’s impossible not to think of heavy metal, and Bon Jovi has to be included in that conversation. And when you think of Bon Jovi, their 1986 Monster Class hit ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’ is one of the first songs that comes to mind. It has come

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Yes, the system is broken. That doesn’t mean your songs don’t suck

This is a version of the newsletter Weeding with Chris Black, In which the columnist throws light on the burning topics of culture. Sign up here to get it delivered to your inbox every Thursday. My timeline has been particularly cursed this week, with people I know and love constantly complaining about the Parisian heat

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