The Monkees' Debut Single 'Last Train to Clarksville' Hit No. 1

While two more No. 1 hits followed ("I'm a Believer" and "Daydream Believer"), 60 years after its release, "Last Train to ...
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The Story Behind the “Unfair” Prank The Rolling Stones Pulled on Their Motown Opener in 1972

The final 1972 tour stop for The Rolling Stones and Stevie Wonder ended up a lot stickier than they were probably anticipating.
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On This Day in 1969, The Rolling Stones Hit No. 1 With a Hank Williams-Inspired Song During One of the Band’s Darkest Chapters

Fifty-seven years ago today, the Rolling Stones were at the top of the chart with a song that lined up with two dark days in their history.

57 Years Ago: The Rolling Stones' Last No. 1 Hit and Its Recording Mistake

The Rolling Stones are regarded as one of the most legendary rocks bands in music history and released countless hits. But the band wasn't perfect. While recording one of the band's No. 1 hits, Honky ...