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Harder than their country rock brethren, these tracks thrive on the volume and jams.

Between 1975 and 1987 the Buckingham-Nicks years yielded more than 75 songs over five albums and assorted outtakes and B-sides.

She may never look at a fireplace or stick of butter without laughing ever again.

He's made some of the most influential music ever. He's also made some of the most reviled.

From punk beginnings to middle-of-the-road balladry to Bob Dylan covers.

The late Kiss cofounder had become increasingly prolific in recent years.

The decade, for a while at least, was pretty much defined by this music.

Even with a single hit, these artists left a lasting impact.

For many Kiss albums, the official liner notes didn't tell the full story.

Even more oddly, six years later Gene Simmons appeared on the big screen in the exact same outfit.

They survived the grunge era to become one of the great rock 'n' roll bands of the new century.

It was a year of era-defining changes, bending of genres, big debuts and famous last stands.