Irish rock band U2has been an integral part of the music world for many years now, beginning with their formation in Dublin in 1976. As a result of such a lengthy career, the quartet has experienced almost every manner of up, down, and in-between scenario thrown at them during their tenure. For instance, there are the songs they've made that never got their deserved due, and the infamous 2014 experimental release of their Songs Of Innocence album that led to controversy. Greatest of all, though, have been the many successes that have ultimately placed the group on the map. 1h1hb

In music, you never know when a perfect record will debut, which is why these 10/10 albums by classic metal bands have become so revered over the past 25 years. While it can be difficult for some artists to find their spark so many years later, it is not uncommon, as proven by some 10/10 albums by classic rock artists over the same time period. What's interesting about these releases is that they all happen for different reasons, giving each one its own special story.

The recent rise of a new set of female pop stars like Sabrina Carpenter is something that the Western music industry has been missing for years. We've had no shortage of fantastic releases from Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Beyoncé, but it's comforting to know that their legacies are actively being carried on by the next generation of artists.Thanks to opening gigs on Swift's Eras Tour, viral moments at music festivals, and unforgettable debut singles, young women like Carpenter, Chappell Roan, and Olivia Rodrigo are leading the charge.

The music industry has gained another pop star, as the anticipation finally ends with the arrival of Addison Rae's debut album. The former TikTok star is looking to go from the platform into full megastardom, much like Justin Bieber did with YouTube. Although, unlike him, Rae was able to build her career some before this huge release. One of her biggest stages has been appearing on Keeping Up With the Kardashians, introducing her to a worldwide fan base.

The career of Bob Dylan can be divided into various eras (often focused around comebacks or innovations), but the decade of the 1970s might be the most chaotic of them. He trolled fans and critics, made bizarre choices, and created several of the best albums of his career. While Dylan's 1960s albums might be the most scrutinized era of his career, the '70s provides a strange story of its own.

It's official: another Sabrina Carpenter summer is on the horizon in the music world. With the clever release of her new single "Manchild," the pop star is gearing up for her second consecutive summer in the spotlight.

We often fixate on and analyze so many different elements of classic rock music with a microscope. Like, what makes rock, especially from the '70s and '80s time period, something we consider "classic?" What songs from the upper echelon of the genre are still quite popular to this day on streaming services like Spotify, to the point that they've crossed over a billion streams? Classic rock still knows how to get our attention (and our ears) this way, right down to some of the biggest bands in classic rock and why they broke up.

When it comes to pop-punk, aside from maybe Green Day, there really isn't a band that contributed more to the genre than blink-182. Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, and Travis Barker were the kings of pop punk, singing about taboo topics in front of massive audiences of teenagers and angering parents at every turn. From the time they got their start in the mid-90s, blink-182 has released nine full-length studio albums and two EPs, and have gone through their share of breakups and lineups.

Michael Jackson is one of the most iconic artists of all time, and his contributions to the music industry are still influential today. In December 1983, Michael Jackson released his iconic "Thriller" music video (or short film, as he called it), which caused quite a controversy. Jackson was raised a Jehovah's Witness, so when the video was set to premiere, they threatened to excommunicate him over "demonology" accusations.

Sophie Thatcher is a rising darling in Hollywood. Her outstanding performances in the horror genre have garnered critical praise for the actress and dedicated fans. Whether audiences know her as the lovable punky soccer player Natalie Scatorccio or the self-determined robo-lover Iris, most of her popular work is in acting. Thatcher is a dedicated and ionate actress, but her heart's truest desires lie in her music career.