The Bands That Dominated FM Radio in the ’70s
Some bands didn’t just top the charts—they owned the FM airwaves. From the Eagles and Fleetwood Mac to Boston and Supertramp, revisit the legendary groups that became the soundtrack of 1970s radio.
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How Dancing Machine Took Over
Here’s what made “Dancing Machine” such a jolt of joy on the radio: a futuristic funk groove, a perfectly timed Motown reinvention, and a young Michael Jackson turning rhythm into theatre. This is the story behind the hit that kept The Jackson Five moving with the times.
When Casey Kasem Kicked Off Our Weekend
Before playlists and streaming, one voice marked the beginning of every great weekend. Casey Kasem’s legendary countdown became a tradition that introduced us to new music, unforgettable stories, and memories that still live on today.
15 Amazing ’70s Songs That Never Reached No. 1
Some of the greatest songs of the 1970s never reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100—but they’ve stood the test of time. From Queen and Fleetwood Mac to Billy Joel and Dire Straits, revisit 15 unforgettable classics that proved chart success isn’t the only measure of a legendary song.
The Greatest Soft Rock Songs of the 1970s
From the Eagles and Fleetwood Mac to Billy Joel and Chicago, revisit 15 unforgettable soft rock classics that made the 1970s one of the greatest decades in music history.
The Story Behind “Rhinestone Cowboy”: How Glen Campbell Rode to the Top
Flashy title, deeply human song: “Rhinestone Cowboy” turned Glen Campbell’s comeback into one of the 1970s’ most enduring records.
Debbie Harry Never Followed the Rules
By the time Blondie were folding disco, punk, reggae, and even early rap into hit records, Debbie Harry had already lived several lives in New York. That mix of grit, glamour, and fearless curiosity is exactly why her songs still leap out of the radio today.
Stevie Wonder Lights Up the Room
A teenage prodigy at the microphone, a grin in his voice, and a room suddenly alive with rhythm: Stevie Wonder has been creating moments like that for more than half a century. His songs still bring warmth, groove and real emotion to classic hits radio.
Why Cecilia Still Sounds Like Trouble
Why does “Cecilia” still light up classic hits radio after all these years? Because Simon & Garfunkel turned a loose, handclapping studio idea into one of pop’s most irresistible records.
A Soft Piano, a Summer Chart Climb, and Bread’s Breakthrough
A soft piano, a close-miked voice, and a melody that seemed to float out of the radio — Bread’s Make It with You turned quiet confidence into a number one hit. Here is the story behind the song that helped define a gentler side of 1970.