Rock and Roll Pioneer: Elvis Presley’s “Blue Suede Shoes”
About The Song Background “Blue Suede Shoes” is an iconic rock ‘n’ roll song that catapulted Elvis Presley to stardom. Originally written and recorded by Carl Perkins in 1955, the…
About The Song Background “Blue Suede Shoes” is an iconic rock ‘n’ roll song that catapulted Elvis Presley to stardom. Originally written and recorded by Carl Perkins in 1955, the…
About The Song Background “Sharp Dressed Man” is a quintessential rock anthem by the American blues-rock trio, ZZ Top. Released in 1983 as the lead single from their album Eliminator,…
About The Song Background “Summertime Blues” is a rock and roll classic penned by Eddie Cochran and his manager, Jerry Capehart. Released in 1958, it was initially the B-side of…
About The Song Background “House of the Rising Sun” is a timeless piece of music that has transcended generations and genres. While The Animals’ 1964 rendition is undoubtedly the most…
About The Song Background “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down” is a seminal song by The Band, released on their self-titled second album in 1969. Composed by Robbie Robertson,…
About The Song Background Willie Mae Thornton, better known as Big Mama Thornton, was a towering figure in the world of rhythm and blues. Born in Alabama in 1926, her…
About The Song Background “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper,” a haunting yet undeniably catchy rock anthem, was birthed from the minds of the American rock band Blue Ă–yster Cult. Released in…
About The Song Background “The Weight,” a cornerstone of American rock music, was penned by Robbie Robertson and performed by The Band. Released in 1968 on their debut album, Music…
About The Song Background “Remember When” is a poignant country ballad penned and recorded by American music icon, Alan Jackson. Released in 1993 as part of his album Greatest Hits…
About The Song Background Released in 1968, “Stand By Your Man” is a cornerstone of country music, synonymous with the name Tammy Wynette. Co-written by Wynette and Billy Sherrill, the…