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  10 1970s Songs That Were BANNED

  From provocative lyrics to controversial performances, the 70s had no shortage of songs that got the axe! Join us as we count down the most notorious banned tracks from this groundbreaking decade. Our list includes hits from Sex Pistols, John Lennon, the kinks, Lou Reed, and more! Which censored song was your guilty pleasure?

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• Top 30 Cover Songs HATED by the Original Artist

  When imitation isn't the sincerest form of flattery! Join us as we count down the musical covers that had original artists fuming. From Led Zeppelin's appropriation of "Dazed and Confused" to Limp Bizkit's take on "Behind Blue Eyes," these interpretations struck all the wrong notes with their creators. Which legendary artist called a cover "bloody awful"? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

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• 20 Rock Songs That Offended the Most People

  These tracks didn't just push boundaries - they shattered them completely! Join us as we explore the most controversial rock songs that sparked outrage, got banned from radio, and had parents clutching their pearls in horror. From explicit lyrics to taboo subjects, these musical rebels knew exactly how to ruffle feathers and start conversations!

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• Top 10 Most Confusing Concept Albums

  Get ready for a mind-bending musical journey as we explore albums with the wildest, most perplexing stories and concepts. From psychedelic rock operas to prog rock epics and experimental oddities, these records challenge even the most devoted fans to make sense of their narratives. Which concept album left you the most confused? Let us know in the comments!

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• Top 10 Bands Who Hated Their Drummer

  From internal conflicts to musical differences, some of rock's biggest bands have had serious beef with their drummers. Join us as we explore the most dramatic fallouts between legendary bands and their percussionists, featuring stories of betrayal, substance abuse, and intense personality clashes.

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• Top 10 Cover Songs Hated By the Original Artist

  Not every tribute is appreciated! Join us as we explore memorable cover versions that didn't sit well with the original artists. From rock legends to folk icons, these musical interpretations sparked controversy, led to public feuds, and sometimes even legal battles. Which cover do you think deserved the criticism?

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• Top 10 Cover Songs You Forgot Were Awesome

  From rock anthems to pop hits, some cover versions deserve another spin! Join us as we revisit incredible reinterpretations that brought classic songs to new audiences. These talented artists didn't just copy the originals - they transformed them into something fresh and exciting while honoring the source material.

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• Top 10 Best La La Las in Songs

  Get ready to sing along as we count down the most memorable and iconic "la la la" songs that have captured our hearts over the decades! From rock to pop, these tracks will have you humming and dancing in no time!

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• Top 20 Songs That Rip Off Other Songs

  Hey, haven't we heard that tune before? For this list, we’re looking at songs that don’t just sound a bit similar; they sound so similar that in one way or another they triggered some sort of legal action.

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• Top 10 Times Band Members Fought Each Other Live On Stage

  These bands engaged in a little too much on-stage chin music. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down the bands or acts who had an infamous bandmate altercation during a live performance.

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• Top 10 Underrated Rock Bands

  These underrated bands rock! For this list, we’ll be looking at the best groups that deserve more attention for their contributions to the genre.

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• Top 10 Famous Songs That Were Censored

  These controversial songs drew the ire of censors. For this list, we’ll be looking at songs that infamously had lyrics removed or obscured to satisfy censors.

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• Top 20 Greatest Guitar Riffs of All Time

  Let's rock! For this list, we'll be ranking the most powerful, influential and iconic guitar riffs ever recorded.

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• Top 20 Most Infamous Rip Off Songs Ever

  Hey, haven't we heard that tune before? For this list, we’re looking at songs that don’t just sound a bit similar; they sound so similar that in one way or another they triggered some sort of legal action.

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• Top 10 Most Heated Feuds in British Music

  A list of the top 10 most infamous, antagonistic and long-running feuds and arguments in the history of British music

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