An introduction can make or break a song, as exemplified by these iconic classic rock intros. The first 30 seconds (or more) of a song serve as a musical first impression, setting the sonic stage for ...

Don’t bore us, get to the chorus. That’s what the hit songwriters say. But, if done well, an epic rock intro locks in one’s attention in anticipation of what’s next. In the 1960s, albums began to ...

Some songs need a few seconds to grab your attention. Led Zeppelin's "Rock and Roll" needs about two. Before Robert Plant sings a single word or Jimmy Page unleashes a riff, drummer John Bonham ...

The greatest rock intro of all time doesn’t ease you in. It hits you like a bolt of lightning, and it’s been doing it since 1990. Classical-music.com named AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" the greatest rock ...

Led Zeppelin's fourth album is one of the most iconic rock records of all time. Best known for the epic anthem "Stairway to Heaven," the first side of the 1971 classic rock album also features back-to ...

AC/DC’s 1990 hit “Thunderstruck” has been named the most memorable rock intro of all time by Classical-Music.com, praised for Angus Young’s rapid-fire guitar riff and its high-octane build. Around the ...

A 1977 song from a legendary artist has officially been named the best classic rock song of all time. Here’s which track claimed the top spot — and why it ignited a passionate debate. David Bowie’s ...

Do you miss the '80s? Well, just tune into your local classic rock station, problem solved! According to Mediabase, a music industry service that monitors airplay in over 180 markets, 26 of the 40 ...