Performance stories, songwriting context and closer listening across our complete 750-article music collection.
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Bobby Hatfield’s “Unchained Melody” on The Andy Williams Show is a breathtaking television classic. His soaring voice, flawless poise and unforgettable final phrases make this 1965 Righteous…
Ten-year-old Collier takes Dave Grohl’s invitation and launches into Metallica’s “Enter Sandman” at a Foo Fighters concert. Taylor Hawkins joins the beat, Grohl sings along, and the…
Erik Grönwall delivers a jaw-dropping “Epic Dark” version of “House of the Rising Sun.” His dramatic arrangement and powerhouse voice turn the classic into a haunting spectacle…
Martin Finn delivers a soaring, deeply touching “Flying Without Wings” with Foster & Allen. His beautifully sung lines and the stirring shared harmony make this studio collaboration…
Six deadpan teenagers turn a simple hand-clap game into a brilliantly timed body-percussion routine. Their lightning-fast coordination, straight faces and delighted audience make this wholesome YouTube classic…
Emma Louise and Husky Gawenda create a mesmerizing “The Sound of Silence” duet. Her rich tone and his beautifully placed harmony form a breathtaking connection, turning a…
P!nk and Brandi Carlile deliver a majestic “Coat of Many Colors” tribute during Dolly Parton’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction. Their heartfelt harmony and gorgeous…
At Teatro del Silenzio on July 19, 2024, Andrea Bocelli and Brian May turned Queen’s “Who Wants to Live Forever” into an orchestral duet during Bocelli’s thirtieth-anniversary…
Dolly Parton commands the room with effortless wit, sharp timing and joyful warmth in this Graham Norton retrospective. Her wonderful stories and memories of Whitney Houston reveal…
A young Alfonso Ribeiro meets the real Michael Jackson in Pepsi’s unforgettable 1984 street commercial. Their dazzling dance encounter and a specially reworked “Billie Jean” turn this…
DARA ends Bulgaria’s Eurovision absence with an explosive “Bangaranga.” High-energy electro-pop, striking ritual-inspired imagery and commanding stage presence combine in an unforgettable Vienna performance that brings Bulgaria…
LeAnn Rimes pours her heart into a stunning Patsy Cline tribute, bringing “Leavin’ on Your Mind” and “Crazy” to life with gorgeous warmth. Her emotional finish makes…