The Byrds
The Byrds: Folk Rock Pioneers and Architects of Psychedelia and Country Rock The Byrds. I. Formation and Early Days (1964–1965) The Byrds formed in Los Angeles in 1964, uniting folk…
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May 5, 2025
Classic Rock lies at the heart of Murat’s Jukebox, celebrating the timeless sound that defined an era. Rooted in the late 1960s and 1970s, this golden age produced legendary bands such as Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Queen, Pink Floyd, and The Who. Their anthemic songs, iconic albums, and larger-than-life performances shaped modern music and continue to inspire artists today.
On MuratsJukebox.com, we revisit the masterpieces that made rock history — from soaring guitar solos to unforgettable lyrics. Whether you’re rediscovering the classics or exploring them for the first time, our mission is to keep the spirit of rock alive through stories, reviews, and deep musical insight.
The Animals
The Animals: Blues-Driven Rebels of the British Invasion The Animals. I. Formation and Early Background The Animals formed in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, in 1962, emerging from the local jazz…
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May 5, 2025
Roy Orbison
Roy Orbison: The Velvet Voice of Rock’s Lonely Heart Roy Orbison. Early Life and Musical Roots Roy Kelton Orbison was born on April 23, 1936, in Vernon, Texas, and raised…
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May 4, 2025
Free
Free: Soulful Blues Rockers Behind “All Right Now” Free. Formation and Lineup Free was formed in London in 1968 by four remarkably young but talented musicians: Paul Rodgers – Vocals…
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May 4, 2025
Blood, Sweat & Tears
Blood, Sweat & Tears: Jazz-Rock Fusion with Brassy Power Blood, Sweat & Tears. Formation and Vision Blood, Sweat & Tears (BS&T) was formed in 1967 in New York City by:…
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May 4, 2025
Rod Stewart
Rod Stewart: From Mod Rocker to Global Showman Rod Stewart. Early Life and Musical Roots Roderick David Stewart was born on January 10, 1945, in London, England. Raised in a…
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May 3, 2025
Meat Loaf
Meat Loaf: Rock’s Theatrical Titan of Bombast and Ballad Meat Loaf. Early Life and Career Beginnings Meat Loaf was born Marvin Lee Aday on September 27, 1947, in Dallas, Texas.…
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May 3, 2025
John Mellencamp
John Mellencamp: Voice of the American Heartland John Mellencamp. Early Life and Musical Roots John Mellencamp was born on October 7, 1951, in Seymour, Indiana. He survived spina bifida surgery…
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May 3, 2025
George Thorogood
George Thorogood: The Boogie King of American Rock & Blues George Thorogood. Early Life and Musical Roots George Thorogood was born on February 24, 1950, in Wilmington, Delaware. Deeply inspired…
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May 3, 2025
America
America: Acoustic Harmonies and Desert Landscapes in Song America. I. Formation and Origins America was formed in London in 1970 by three American teenagers: Dewey Bunnell – Vocals, guitar Gerry…
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May 3, 2025