The longest-running No. 1 hit of the 1980s faced radio bans and controversy over lyrics many stations deemed too suggestive. "Physical" topped Billboard for 10 weeks in 1981, setting a decade-long ...

Power ballads might just be the perfect type of songs to listen to if you want a hefty dose of anthemic, emotional lyrics, with enough rock elements to jam out to. In 1981, power ballads were all the ...

1981 gave us power pop anthems, synth-driven hits, and soul-stirring ballads that defined early MTV culture. This quick quiz tests your knowledge of that unforgettable year in music. Each question ...

Heavy metal was kicking off in a big way in the early 1980s, but that didn’t stop some bands from continuing on the trend of upbeat, danceable, pop-friendly rock music. Loverboy was one such outfit, ...