whitesnake

There's way more substance here than haters would lead you to believe.

The genre's best bands had a penchant for reinvention — making this list especially difficult.

The subgenre packed a harder punch than its detractors were willing to admit.

Some bands did not fit the hair metal mold, but played along convincingly enough for at least one album.

The late guitarist is praised as "a huge talent and a huge influence."

Official statement confirms that he'd been battling cancer.

There's a lot to talk about here!

Misfortune can sometimes lead to fortune.

All praise, as these songs not only made a big impact upon their release but have stood the test of time to remain pop culture staples for years to come.

Break out your Walkman as we revisit the 25 Best Rock Songs of the 1980s.