This week's music box takes you back to one of the most exciting eras in popular music history. The 1950's saw rock 'n' roll grow and evolve, combining elements of blues, rockabilly, gospel, and boogie-woogie to create a genre that captured the imagination of the young people of the time. Dance halls moved to the sound of iconic artists like Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly and of course, the King himself Elvis Presley, who all created songs that crossed race boundaries, informed youth culture and inspired a wave of dance crazes. Here are 15 of the very best rock 'n' roll songs from an era when music was all about fun and excitement!
Skillfully Restored Vintage Photos Reveal Destroyed Worlds
Look at 10 masterfully restored vintage photos that go from stained, cracked, and faded to mint new!
The Pixies' Top Hit, Sung Orbison Style
This cover of a Pixies' song channels Roy Orbison. Think they got it right?
Have You Seen Vintage Pictures This Cute Before?
It's always great when beautiful vintage photos turn up, but they're even better when they feature adorable dogs and cats all dressed up! Take a look.
10 Things the Elvis Film Got Historically Right (or Wrong)
Prepare for 10 minutes of fact-checking and myth-busting, where we will examine what the new Elvis movie got right and wrong.
8 Facts You May Not Have Known About Woodstock
Did you know Woodstock wasn't meant to be free at first? Learn all the facts about the cultural event
Vintage Photos Showing the Coolest Generation in its Prime
Enjoy a collection of 13 vintage photographs showing how cool life used to be.
What This Performer Does With Hoops is Astonishing
I've never seen anyone perform like that with just a hula hoop.
Feast Your Eyes on Ten Great Paintings by El Greco
El Greco was a great painter of religious subjects, portraiture, and landscapes. Here are 10 of his best paintings.
A Huge Domino Display with 35,000 Pieces!
This marvelous domino display is made of 35,000 pieces, as well as a lot of other objects that add to the fun. Watch it all unfold!
Ever Wondered What a REAL Tango Looks Like? So Beautiful!
The dance of Tango is one full of beauty and passion.
The Beauty of Love & Nature in William Morris’s Poetry
Few people were so talented in many different art styles and techniques as William Morris. More about his art and poetry in this article...
Watch This Pianist Explain Musical History, Musically!
If you want to know more about the development of classical music through the centuries, this brief video is just the ticket.
Hilarious: So This Is How Musicians Impress Women!
I have never laughed so hard at a purportedly 'classical music' concert before.
These Dancers Are Beyond Anything I've Ever Seen.
Stunning Ballet Acrobatic Performance you have to see to believe.
Did You Know These Famous Artworks Have HIDDEN Messages?
The 7 famous paintings and sculptures we showcase in this article have secret messages waiting to be uncovered!
A Spectacular Celebration of the Changing of Seasons...
The 2015 Chinese New Year celebrations included a breathtaking performance that symbolizes the changing of the seasons.
How to Add Color and Beauty to Your Home!
Create beautiful looking art with ease and add it to your home.
This Orchestral Masterpiece Will Bring Tears to Your Eyes
Watch Plácido Domingo's incredible version of 'Silent Night' that will bring tears to your eyes!
This is Cello Music Like You've Never Heard it Before
These two Croatian cellos players are taking cello playing to the next level. Don't believe us? This video is bound to change your mind.
Serenade Your Loved One With These 20 Great Love Songs
If you enjoy love songs, then you're in for a right treat. Here you can listen to 20 of the best love songs ever made.
This Pianist Has the Fastest Fingers in the World...
This Chinese pianist has the hands of a musical goddess. This is definitely not one to be missed!
A Must See Act! Juggling As You've Never Seen It Before
Watch these jugglers put on an incredible show!
Feast Your Eyes on Martin Debenham’s Amazing Sculptures
There are many an art form out there, but a particularly talented British artist took sculpting to new heights. Check out his work in these pictures.
If I Didn't See This Artist At Work, I'd Never Believe Him!
Italian Artists Marcello Barenghi can create the most astoundingly realistic-looking hand drawings.
This Chalk Artist has a Joy He Shares With the World
Enjoy the myriad little imagination-filled creations of David Zinn's chalk art.
Stunning! These Pencil Drawings Look Like Photographs
Emanuele Dascanio is a true master of his craft, creating incredibly realistic graphite pencil and charcoal portraits.
Gosh, These Artful Sculptures are Quite Brilliant
Discover some of the most creative and innovative street statues from around the world.
This Six-Legged Show is Both Hilarious and Adorable!
This adorable performance shows that even dogs have a sense of showmanship.
Is This Really How These Famous People Talked?
Mimicking an accent can be difficult. Watch this expert analyze 17 actors who played real-life characters. Did they nail it or not?
When These Kids Pick Up Guitars Something Amazing Happens
These young North Korean children play like professionals, how is it even possible?
These 3D Paintings Appear to Pop Out Of the Sidewalk!
This has to be the most unique street art you'll ever see. This Russian artist's incredible work appears to come alive out of sidewalks in major cities.
This Artwork is Strangely Hypnotizing to Look At
Check out the incredible detail in this hypnotizing work of art.
17 Incredible Paintings That Sold For Hundreds of Millions
While many artists were unappreciated in their time, today their works are sold for millions like these highest valued paintings ever sold.
This Emotional Duet Gave Me Goosebumps of Pleasure
These two world-famous artists are amazingly talented singing alone, let alone when they join to give an emotional duet like this.
The Art of Glassblowing: How Glass Marbles Are Made Live
Have you ever wondered how glass marbles are made? Behold the art of glassblowing and creating real glass marbles.
These Great Illustrations Are Very Telling of Modern Life
Here are 15 incredible works of art by the talented Marco Melgrati, which will leave you with plenty of food for thought.
This Performance Requires A Double-Headed Performer...
This incredible performance seems very simple at first, but you're about to be majorly surprised!
Enjoy 24 Songs by the Legendary Eric Clapton
On the 30th of March, 2020, is Eric Clapton's 75th birthday, and we'd like to celebrate it with him by listening with you to 24 of his greatest hits.
This Incredible Art Is Not Painted on an Ordinary Canvas
This art is not painted on an ordinary canvas. Take a look.
Watch This Young Singer Completely Nail 'O Sole Mio'
Watch the young and incredibly talented Amira Willighagen performing the classic song, 'O Sole Mio' alongside the legendary Patrizio Buanne.
WATCH: Andre Rieu Takes On a Neapolitan Classic
Andre Rieu is well-known for doing justice to classic songs, and this time, he takes on 'O Sole Mio, one of the Neapolitan all-time greats. Enjoy!
Wow! Who Knew Driftwood Could be Turned into Such Beauty?
Debra Bernier is a talented artist from Victoria, Canada. She uses natural materials, such as driftwood, shells, and clay to create mesmerizing sculptures.
A Spellbinding Violin Rendition of a Beautiful Classic
Norwegian violinist Mari Samuelsen plays a beautiful part of Vivaldi's 4 seasons, Concerto no. 2, Summer.
The Origins of These Dance Forms Will Surprise You
These beautiful dance forms have the most interesting origin stories you won't want to miss.
Some Choirs Know How to Enchant the World With Their Music
You cannot watch this without smiling...
This Famous Song Sounds Even Better in Acapella!
In this video the popular acapella group Pentatonix give an outstanding performance of John Lennon's famous song "Imagine".
This Artist Puts Her Unique Spin on Old Masters’ Art
Many artists are inspired by Renaissance art, but this Maria Vasilyeva's take on it is truly awe-inspiring.