A large contingent of Americans will argue— forcefully— that the 1980s were the true golden age of pop music. And they’re right. Changes in social norms, economic norms, and music technology, not to mention the seismic shift the music industry faced with the advent of MTV, made for a time of innovation and true greatness….
A wide selection of good music from 2005 brings older listeners nostalgia for years passed, and young listeners an audio experience of musical history. This year has helped shape many of the current songs popular on the radio today. Check out some of the best songs from 2005. You might recognize and remember many of…
2016 was a vibrant year for music and one of the best of the decade. No matter the style and artists you were into, chances are some great tunes hit your ears. So what were some of the best songs from 2016? Join us as we take a look at a few of the tracks…
2017 was a masterful year in music. Many artists were cementing their places as the top dogs in the industry, while others were beginning to break through into newfound critical or commercial success. So, what were some of the best songs from 2017? We have a list of some of the best and most memorable…
Oh, snap! Thirty years ago, 1993 gave us a long list of songs that were all that and a bag of chips. 1993 was huge for rap, R&B, pop, and alternative. Sit back, take a chill pill, and enjoy our breakdown of the best songs from 1993.
1992 was a good year for eclectic music. Pop radio embraced a wide array of styles and genres, from synth-pop to hip-hop. The year also saw seminal bands like Nirvana and Wu-Tang Clan enter the music scene. These top songs from 1992 helped change the face of music as we know it.
It’s difficult to talk about what constitutes good music in 1966 because it wears many different hats. Some of the best songs of 1966 are pop songs, but others are folk songs, and one or two are even jazzy. So, what makes for good music in 1966? The sixties was a decade that saw many…
It’s not hard to find good music from 1972. It was a year of hits destined to last for ages to come. The best songs from 1972 are songs you’ve probably heard more than once and might even have on your playlist.
1982 stands as a pivotal year in music history. Pop music takes its shape, hip-hop hits the mainstream, and indie rock has some early hits. There is so many top songs from 1982 it’s hard to include everything. We will look at some of the biggest tracks of the year.
The 1960s were a time rife with change. By 1965 people talked with increasing openness about the need for better civil liberties and environmental awareness. They were also a time full of experimentation. That got reflected in the decade’s music, so when talking about good music from 1965, the selections can be varied and eclectic….
If you’re looking for the best songs from 1955, then you’ve come to the right place. Here you can find all the golden oldies that made 1955 one of the best years in music history. Maybe you’ll add one or two to your favorites by the end!
The late ’60s is one of the most diverse and sonically interesting periods in popular music we have ever seen. Rock and roll has taken a psychedelic bend, and soul music is at the top of its game. Join us as we look at the good music of the year and determine the best songs…
While some previous years charts are dominated by one or two genres, you can see that in 2004, songs were very varied. There were top hits in the indie, rock, country, pop, R&B, and rap genres. These were the best songs from 2004.
The music industry is constantly changing in styles and sounds – and 1986 was no different. The year saw a flood of new bands on the scene from England, up-and-coming artists in America, and superstars in the making. Here is a list of the best songs from 1986 in various genres.
1954 was a time of many great musicians, like Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, and The Drifters. And of course, these talented artists produced many great songs. Here are some examples of the best songs from 1954.