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Dolly Parton (1946-2026)

Dolly Parton (1946-2026)

The stories behind her songs, which span an incredible range

Songs that reference The Odyssey

Songs that reference The Odyssey

With selections from Steely Dan, The Police, Feist and Rush

Quiz: Grammar In Lyrics

Quiz: Grammar In Lyrics

Lyrics don't always follow the rules of grammar. Can you spot the ones that don't?

Phrases We Learned From Popular Songs

Phrases We Learned From Popular Songs

How our favorite songs taught us about Champagne Problems, Dirty Work, Freak Flags, Soft Options and other useful phrases

The Five Songs With The Best Drumming Of All Time

The Five Songs With The Best Drumming Of All Time

Kenny Aronoff, who did that Jack & Diane drum break, makes his picks

In The Studio For Raye's New Album

In The Studio For Raye's New Album

Chris Hill, who co-wrote nine songs on Raye's new album, tells us how they came together.

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Mickey by Toni Basil

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"Mickey" by Toni Basil was originally a song called "Kitty" by a male group. She picked the new name after Micky Dolenz of The Monkees.

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Demon Hunter

Demon Hunter

A big name in Christian metal, Demon Hunter hid their identities when they formed in 2000 to avoid confusion with their previous bands. They're not to be confused with KPop Demon Hunters, the Netflix franchise they sued for trademark infringement in 2026.

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Songs with videos inspired by TV shows

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Dennis DeYoung

Dennis DeYoung

Dennis DeYoung explains why "Mr. Roboto" is the defining Styx song, and what the "gathering of angels" represents in "Come Sail Away."

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Boston, Massachusetts

Boston, Massachusetts
Boston Tea Party by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band

This song starts in Boston with a tea party and takes us to the other end of the American Revolution.

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Fact or Fiction

Pearl Jam

Pearl Jam

Did the corduroy jacket come from the Gap? Is their biggest hit a cover song? Take this Fact or Fiction to find out.

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