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The Epic Track: “Layla”
Pattie Boyd served as the inspiration for some epic tracks. "Layla," written for her by Eric Clapton, is one of them.
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Pattie Boyd served as the inspiration for some epic tracks. "Layla," written for her by Eric Clapton, is one of them.
From Victorian stage actresses to fallen Hollywood idols, these celebrities inspired some hit rock tracks.
With "Walk of Life," Dire Straits created a buoyant, joyous tribute to buskers -- and everyone else just trying to reach their dream.
Bruce Springsteen was on the verge of being dropped. Until "Born to Run" changed it all-- and changed rock.
The Joe Cocker version is perhaps best known. But there are dozens of covers of this classic, worth checking out.