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Stacker looked at the #1 rock songs of the 1960s using data from the Billboard Hot 100 and MusicBrainz, an open music encyclopedia via the University of Waterloo.

Stacker looked at the #1 rock songs of the 1960s using data from the Billboard Hot 100 and MusicBrainz, an open music encyclopedia via the University of Waterloo.

Stacker looked at the #1 rock songs of the 1960s using data from the Billboard Hot 100 and MusicBrainz, an open music encyclopedia via the University of Waterloo.

Many of the successful singer/songwriters of the 60s and 70s began their careers during the post-war skiffle craze. Among their number were John

AUTHOR Rosita Boland in her book Elsewhere says that there is a phrase her editor once shared with her, ‘la ligne donée’ meaning the given line, which encapsulates the core of a person or a story.Mona O’Driscoll from Sherkin Island recently interviewed fellow local artist

1969 was a year that will always be remembered as a pivotal moment in music history. It was a year of significant social, political, and cultural changes that inspired a new wave of creativity and musical innovation. From rock and roll to soul and pop, the music scene was bursting with talent and creativity, and

The year 1966 was a time of great change and cultural revolution in the world of music. Many artists were pushing the boundaries of what was considered acceptable, and new genres were emerging. From soulful ballads to psychedelic rock, this year saw the release of some of the most memorable songs in history. In this

Songwriter who with Ken Howard wrote tracks for Elvis Presley, Lulu and many more, as well as TV themes and musicals

A heartfelt tribute has been paid to prolific Hampstead Garden Suburb songwriter Alan Blaikley who has died aged 82.

Extensive testament to a one-man music industry. Review by Kieron Tyler