Many major artists wear a radio ban as a badge of honor — with acts like The Beatles, The Sex Pistols, Billie Holiday, or Madonna happily accepting less airplay as recognition for their politicial, ...
In 1971, a lighthearted soft rock song with an unforgettable melody became one of the year's biggest hits. But, not everyone embraced it. "Brand New Key," performed by Melanie, climbed to No. 1 on the ...