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Elvis Presley

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Elvis Presley revolutionized the way we thought about music, movies, and the price of celebrity. Three decades after his death, Elvis continues to influence American pop culture. Learn about the life, songs, and films of Elvis. See more »

11 Bands Named After Places

11 Bands Named After Places

Some musicians love a place so much they name their band after it. See our list of 11 bands named after places, including Alabama, Boston and Asia.

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19 of the Rolling Stones Greatest Hits

19 of the Rolling Stones Greatest Hits

The Rolling Stones have been making and performing music for 45 years, for wide generations of fans. See our list of 19 of Rolling Stones' greatest hits, such as 'Start Me Up' and '(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction'.

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25 of The Beatles Top Singles

25 of The Beatles Top Singles

For a week in 1964, the Beatles had 12 songs on Billboard's Hot 100. See our list of the Beatles' top singles, including "Yesterday," "Hey Jude" and "She Loves You."

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9 Fictional Bands with Hit Songs

9 Fictional Bands with Hit Songs

Some bands don't even need to be real to produce a hit song! See our list of 9 fictional bands with hit songs, including The Blues Brothers and The Chipmunks.

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All 32 Bands that Performed at Woodstock

All 32 Bands that Performed at Woodstock

Woodstock is possibly the most famous concert of all time -- the capstone of an era and a highlight in music history. See our list of all 32 bands that performed at Woodstock including Jefferson Airplane, Janis Joplin, and Sly and the Family Stone.

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Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley revolutionized the way we thought about music, movies, and the price of celebrity. Three decades after his death, Elvis continues to influence American pop culture. Learn about the life, songs, and films of Elvis.

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Elvis Presley Songs

Elvis Presley Songs

From 'Love Me Tender' to 'Jailhouse Rock,' Elvis Presley's recordings have become an integral part of American culture. You can hear his songs everywhere from parties and weddings to your local grocery store. Read the stories behind the songs.

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Madonna's 25 Most Popular Songs

Madonna's 25 Most Popular Songs

Madonna is one of the top-selling artists in pop music history. See our list of Madonna's 25 most popular songs including 'Material Girl' and 'Like a Virgin.'

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The Stories Behind 29 U2 Songs

The Stories Behind 29 U2 Songs

U2 songs are famous for having powerful messages that can take on many different meanings. See our list of the stories behind 29 U2 songs including 'Sometimes You Can't Make It on Your Own' and 'Sunday Bloody Sunday.'

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The Top 30 Songs of Elvis Presley

The Top 30 Songs of Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley is rightly known as 'The King of Rock 'n' Roll.' See our list of Presley's top 30 songs, including "Love Me Tender," "Hound Dog" and "Heartbreak Hotel."

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Elvis Presley Albums

Elvis Presley's albums and musical innovation defined a generation and set the stage for future performers. These albums helped Elvis build his reputation as the King of Rock and Roll. Explore the best albums of Elvis Presley.

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Elvis Presley Biography

In this Elvis Presley biography you can follow the King from his birth to his untimely death. Elvis's humble beginnings allowed him to gain acceptance with his fans as "one of them." Learn about the life and times of Elvis Presley.

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Elvis Presley Collectibles

There have been a number Elvis Presley collectibles produced throughout his life that reflected the stages of his career. Elvis's manager, Colonel Tom Parker, used collectibles as a way to market his client. Learn about Elvis collectibles.

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Elvis Presley Movies

Elvis Presley starred in over 31 movies. There has been no other actor that is less appreciated than Elvis. Learn about his early, serious acting attempts and how his film career evolved to focus on musical comedies.

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Elvis Presley Pictures

This photographic retrospective of Elvis Presley includes pictures from the defining moments of this legendary performer. These pictures include his years as a child and right before he burst onto the music scene. See Elvis Presley pictures.

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Elvis Presley Quotes

Meet the man behind the mystique -- read our collection of honest and down-to-earth quotes from Elvis Presley. Learn about his life, opinions and experiences in this article.

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John Lennon

John Lennon is best known as a member of the Beatles, but his life was defined by much more than that. He grew to become one of the most influential musical artists the world has ever known. Learn about the life of John Lennon.

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Top 10 Most Valuable Records

Some of the most valuable records on the market aren't what you'd think they would be. Check out this article learn more about the most valuable records.

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