Guns N’ Roses kicked off their journey in 1985, and it was quite the explosive debut. The band was formed by Axl Rose and Izzy Stradlin, who meshed their talents with Duff McKagan, Steven Adler, and the legendary Slash. This line up created a force to be reckoned with in the rock scene. Breaking into … Read more

Rock and roll didn’t just shake up the music scene—it turned fashion on its head. This genre introduced an entirely new way of looking at clothing, blurring lines and smashing norms in a way the world hadn’t seen before. Female artists weren’t content to simply follow along; they led the charge, taking bold risks and … Read more

In 2015, the Federal Trade Commission released their new rules for Disclosure Compliance. These rules are set in place to ensure that readers or viewers of web media (blogs, Youtube videos, etc.) know if the blogger/presenter is sponsored, endorsed, or partnered with a different company. In blog terms, the readers need to know if the … Read more

You know how sometimes a new song just comes along and changes everything? That’s exactly what happened in the 1950s when rock and roll music hit the scene. It wasn’t just about the tunes—it was a whole movement. And guess what? Fashion wore that rebellion like a badge of honor. Suddenly, teens weren’t looking up … Read more

When ACDC released their TNT album, they didn’t just drop an album, they detonated an explosion in the rock scene. We’re talking about 1975, a year when rock was already wild and heavy, but TNT pushed it a little further, and it mattered, big time. This album is a cornerstone in ACDC’s discography. It’s got … Read more

ACDC, the iconic rock band from Australia, has carved a niche in the music world with their electrifying energy and timeless riffs. When ‘High Voltage’ hit the scene, it was more than just another album release. It was the birth of a legend. Released in 1976, this album was ACDC’s first international release and laid … Read more

Born in Glasgow, Scotland, in 1955, Angus Young was the youngest of eight siblings. The Young family emigrated to Sydney, Australia, in 1963, seeking a better life. Growing up in a lively household filled with music, Angus got his first guitar when he was just five years old. Talk about starting young! His older brother … Read more

Metallica, like many great bands, started with just a couple of guys jamming out in a garage. Singer James Hetfield (he didn’t start playing rhythm guitar whilst singing until after there first concert over 40 years ago) and drummer Lars Ulrich formed the core, driven by a shared love for heavy metal. These early days … Read more

Hi, I’m Catherine, the soul behind RetroRockers, and classic rock isn’t just my interest, it’s my passion. From the iconic riffs of the electric guitar to the resounding heartbeats of the drums, classic rock music has always been the soundtrack of my life. I’ve poured that love into every pixel of my website, retro-rockers.com, hoping … Read more