Arena rock exploded in the 1970s and flipped the world of live music upside down. Before this era, concerts usually stuck to smaller theaters or intimate clubs where the sound and vibe felt pretty personal. Once bands started filling stadiums and massive arenas, the music experience got louder, more visual, and a whole lot grander. … Read more

If you check out the history of 70s arena rock, you can’t really miss the larger-than-life guitar heroes who shaped the sound and look of the era. From epic solos that lit up stadiums to iconic riffs still blasted today, these players weren’t just musicians. They were the rock scene’s biggest personalities. The wild costumes, … Read more

If you’re a fan of catchy riffs, big hooks, and wild energy, there’s a good chance 80s hard rock hair bands are already on your radar. Even so, the era gave rise to plenty of groups that slipped into the shadows despite their musical chops and flashy looks. Rediscovering these forgotten bands isn’t just about … Read more

The influence of ’80s hair bands on modern hard rock and metal is way bigger than just hairspray, leopard print, and party anthems. The sounds, look, and wild spirit from that era have shaped today’s heavier music more than most people probably realize. If you take a close listen to your favorite hard rock or … Read more

Few things capture the wild spirit of the 1980s quite like the anthems and glam of hard rock hair bands. The soundtracks of this era shaped not just parties and radio, but an entire generation’s outlook on rebellion and fun. If you’re ready to go beyond nostalgia and dig into the albums that really made … Read more

KISS made a huge splash in both pop and glam rock, and their legacy is still turning heads today. Whether you’re jumping into iconic stage performances or soaking up the influence they left on newer bands, there’s a lot to unpack with KISS. Here, I’m giving a personal and super detailed look at how KISS … Read more

KISS changed the whole game for live rock and metal shows in ways that a lot of people still talk about today. Their approach to stagecraft pretty much opened up a new world for big, theatrical performances. If you’ve seen even a short clip of a KISS concert, you know their shows go beyond playing … Read more

KISS is one of those bands that feels bigger than any single genre. Known for their over-the-top live shows, theatrical makeup, and singalong anthems, KISS has always leaned into pushing boundaries. But what often gets overlooked is how their approach helped spark a whole wave of musical crossovers. Band members Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace … Read more

If you’ve created a playlist lately and found yourself grooving from rock anthems to pop chart-toppers, you’re not alone. Modern music playlists pull from all sorts of sounds, and a lot of those connections trace back to legendary acts like KISS. Even if you’re building a country or hip hop playlist, there’s a good chance … Read more

If you’ve ever rocked out to KISS and noticed familiar sounds in other bands, you’re definitely not alone. KISS carved out their own space in rock history with their simple but powerful musical techniques, and it’s no surprise their influence has reached far and wide. Plenty of groups, from small garage bands to major stadium … Read more