The No. 1 hit from their blockbuster album of 1981 was inspired by a deeply-personal real-life experience.

The 1980s had no shortage of rock power ballads. It was the call of the day, moving many rockers to slow things down without sacrificing any punch. The four rock songs from the 80s below all still hit ...

The power ballad was just as essential to the 1980s as hairspray, shoulder pads, and neon. You might call them corny, another might say earnest, but those two things aren’t always mutually exclusive.

What's the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions slow dancing? For many of us, it's those slightly awkward but unforgettable school dances, dimly lit gymnasiums, basement parties, or ...

In 1980, an unforgettable country heartbreak ballad dominated the airwaves, resulting in a No. 1 hit for singer George Jones. "He Stopped Loving Her Today" hit the top spot on Billboard's Country ...