Rob Smith

45 Years Ago: REO Speedwagon Breaks Through With ‘Tuna Fish’
They'd established a fan base between coasts but had been largely ignored in hotspots like New York or Los Angeles.

50 Years Ago: Bob Seger Digs Deep on Underrated ‘Back in ’72’
How could something this awesome escape the attention of a wider audience? Because he hates it.

Def Leppard’s ‘Pyromania’ at 40: The Story Behind Every Song
These tracks changed the game for hard rock in 1983.

Santana Albums Ranked Worst to Best
Carlos Santana & Co. have been supernatural musical shape-shifters for 26 albums. Here's how those records rank.

What a Wonderful Soundtrack: The Music of ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’
Companion to the Robin Williams film is a great snapshot of mid-'60s radio.

The Doors’ ‘L.A. Woman’: The Story Behind Each Track
Final statement from the band's original incarnation contains a little of everything that made them so engaging.

Led Zeppelin’s ‘Presence’ at 45: Every Song Covered
A look at other artists' interpretations of the tracks found on the band's seventh album.

Metallica Announce ‘Definitive’ ‘ … And Justice for All’ Reissue
'Expanded' and 'Deluxe' sets to feature rarities and live material.

Queen Movie Soundtrack to Include Live Aid Performances, New Versions of Classics
Four songs from legendary set, plus live versions of old favorites, highlight the 'Bohemian Rhapsody' soundtrack.

Lynyrd Skynyrd Lineup Changes: A Complete Guide
A look through all 18 lineups of the world's greatest Southern rock band.

Rock’s Most Repetitive Songs Rock’s Most Repetitive Songs
Are these repetitive songs powerful or annoying? You be the judge.

Watch Tom Petty’s New ‘You and Me’ Fan-Sourced Video
Fan-shot pictures and video highlight moving alternate version of 'The Last DJ' cut.