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The best ballad by 15 bands of the hair metal era

Those are the types of ballads we’re highlighting here. Read on to see The Best Ballad by 15 Bands of the Hair Metal Era. Tom ...
American Songwriter

3 Power Ballads That Could’ve Only Come Out of the 1980s

Music in the 1980s was distinct. While artists today seem to borrow from the gamut of music history, musicians in the ’80s were doing their own thing, carving out a unique sound that couldn’t be ...
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TELEVISION: ‘Nöthin’’ but a Good Time’ docuseries covers ’80s glam metal bands

Rock 'n' roll fans can relive the glory days of the '80s as Ratt frontman Stephen Pearcy, Quiet Riot and Vixen hit the stage Friday at Barton Coliseum during the Arkansas State Fair. The three acts ...
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This ’80s Hair Metal Frontman Turned Personal Heartbreak Into a No. 1 Hit

In the 1980s, a legendary hair metal band soared to the top of the charts with a song fueled by its frontman’s real-life heartbreak. The power ballad, titled "Every Rose Has Its Thorn," became one of ...
American Songwriter

4 Power Ballads From 1981 That Still Hit Me in the Gut Today

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 ...