“Slacker my ass! I was working a $4-an-hour job trying to stay alive”: How the “worst rapper in the world” became an alt-rock icon

The American musician would often find himself couch surfing, with no permanent residence of his own, while also using a fake ...

Goo Goo Dolls’ ‘Iris’ Is Back as ’90s Trend Soundtrack

A TikTok trend steeped in 1990s nostalgia has given the band’s signature anthemic ballad new life, and a new audience.

“Come back to the land”: Artists discuss Depeche Mode’s landmark album ‘Black Celebration’ as it turns 40

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Depeche Mode's 'Black Celebration' album, we reached out to various artists to offer ...

Paycom Recognized as a USA Today Most Trusted Brand for 2026

Paycom Software, Inc. (NYSE: PAYC) ("Paycom"), a leading provider of comprehensive, cloud-based human capital management software, was recognized as one of USA Today’s Most Trusted Brands 2026, ...
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4 Pat Benatar Songs From the 80s That Will Always Be Classics

Pat Benatar’s first Top 25 single, “If You Think You Know How To Love Me”, came out in 1979. Throughout the 80s, Benatar had ...

Talent Connects, recruiting and HR platform, Partners with Fusemachines to Integrate Interview Agent for its 300+ Customers

Fusemachines Inc. (NASDAQ: FUSE), a leading provider of enterprise Agentic AI technologies, today announced that Talent Connects, a recruiting and talent management platform trusted by more than 300 ...
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The Rise of the Power Ballad: 3 of Rock’s Most Dramatic Songs From 1979 to 1992

The power ballad was at the heart of 1980s pop and rock music, and these three songs helped start the trend and keep it alive ...