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Here's what made “In the Summertime” such a runaway hit: a lightning-fast song idea, a wonderfully loose recording, and a groove that…
Retro Lifestyle
The FM Radio Stations Every ’70s Music Fan Remembered
Before playlists and streaming, FM radio was where music came alive. From WNEW-FM and KMET to WBCN and WMMS, revisit the legendary…
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How Year of the Cat Cast Its Spell
The piano glides in like the opening shot of an old film, and suddenly the room belongs to Al Stewart. Year of…
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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…
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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,…
Retro Lifestyle
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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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…
