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In a year with limitless new songs, these 50 reign supreme.

There were tons of new albums this year and these are the 50 best.

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Bands always have two options: keep with your same sound or evolve and try something new. Results may vary!

Read a sample chapter from the new book about Metallica.

Guitarist Ariel Bellvalaire, who was part of the Broadway Prince tribute 'Dearly Beloved,' makes her picks.

Some tips of the trade.

The one-time 'American Idol' contestant looks back on nearly 50 years of rockin' TV.

Here's what you liked the most.

Heavy alt-rockers Puppy school you on some modern day alternative.