This week's music box takes you back to one of the most exciting eras in popular music history. The 1950's saw rock 'n' roll grow and evolve, combining elements of blues, rockabilly, gospel, and boogie-woogie to create a genre that captured the imagination of the young people of the time. Dance halls moved to the sound of iconic artists like Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly and of course, the King himself Elvis Presley, who all created songs that crossed race boundaries, informed youth culture and inspired a wave of dance crazes. Here are 15 of the very best rock 'n' roll songs from an era when music was all about fun and excitement!
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The Pixies' Top Hit, Sung Orbison Style
This cover of a Pixies' song channels Roy Orbison. Think they got it right?
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10 Things the Elvis Film Got Historically Right (or Wrong)
Prepare for 10 minutes of fact-checking and myth-busting, where we will examine what the new Elvis movie got right and wrong.
Skillfully Restored Vintage Photos Reveal Destroyed Worlds
Look at 10 masterfully restored vintage photos that go from stained, cracked, and faded to mint new!
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Electric, Agile, and Elegant: The Volkswagen Electric Van
Take a deep look into Volkswagen's electric version of the classic van we all know and love. It's the same color-block beauty but electric.
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10 Classic House Designs You Won’t See Built Today
These old house styles have faded from modern construction but remain a fascinating part of architectural history.
Have You Seen Vintage Pictures This Cute Before?
It's always great when beautiful vintage photos turn up, but they're even better when they feature adorable dogs and cats all dressed up! Take a look.
This Video Collection Will Turn You Into an Artist!
If you've ever wanted to learn how to draw but had no clue how to start, all that's about to change thanks to this video guide. Watch the videos and draw away!
These Paintings Transport You to a Pastoral Dream World
Denmark's most famous landscape painter is one of the art world's greatest secrets. Have a look at these wondrous examples of his work.
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This is Both a Beautiful Song and a Cultural Icon
The Cielito is far more than just a song - it's actually a cultural icon that's synonymous with Mexico and its performers. Listen to this beautiful song now.
MUSIC BOX: 12 Incredible American Composers
Today, we highlight 12 masterpieces by American composers—from the haunting stillness of Samuel Barber to the exhilarating momentum of John Adams.
Michelangelo's David Looks Even More Astonishing Up Close
This is the world's most famous statue, but you never realised how amazingly detailed it is - until now!
These Wind-Powered Moving Sculptures Are Breathtaking!
These breathtaking metal sculptures by genius artist Anthony How move with the wind
15 Cute Pictures With a Deep Inspirational Subtext
These wonderful pictures are guaranteed to inspire you and brighten your day!
This Teenage Artist Has an Incredible Unexpected Talent
Teenage self-taught hairstylist Milena makes real art out of hair.
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This Scottish-Themed Dance on Ice Will Blow You Away!
If you are a fan of dancing on ice, then we have got one heck of a treat in store for you!
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These Phenomenal Acrobats Have Terrific Strength
These amazingly strong acrobats are going to effortlessly entertain you.
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Wow! Who Knew Glass Could Create Such a Beautiful Sound?
In this video, Glass Duo, as their name suggests, give a stunning rendition of a Tchaikovsky classic using just glasses.
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This Beautiful Ice Dancing Performance is a Must See
In this video, French Olympic medalists Gabriella Papadakis and Guillaume Cizeron give an amazing performance in the 2016 World Championship.
MUSIC BOX: 16 Beautiful Tango Musical Pieces
You are invited to listen to the following 16 beautiful tango melodies...
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Astounding Dancers: Martin and Marielle!
One of the best dance acts we've seen on Britain's Got Talent, watch how Martin throws Marielle around like a rag doll in this incredible routine!
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This 18th-Century Automaton Is a True Art Masterpiece!
Queen Marie Antoinette's Automaton is one of the most intricate and beautiful automaton's in existence! Watch and listen to it play...
Famous Female Artists Every Art Lover Must Know
To honor this special time of the year, we thought to highlight 10 outstanding female painters from different eras in history.
This Talented Artist Uses Just Paper and Glue For His Art
Albin Talik manages to create masterpieces reminiscent of oil paintings by using just glue and different-colored pieces of paper. View his wonderful work here.
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This Cello Music is Going to Uplift You Straight to Heaven
A classic song meets the classic treatment. A beautiful cello performance by 2cellos.
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Wow! This is One of the Best Acrobat Acts You'll Ever See!
When you go and watch Le Cirque Mandingue (The Mandingue Circus), you just know that you’re going to be in for a real treat. Get a taste here!
The Ethereal Architecture of Santiago Calatrava: 16 Photos
The architecture of Santiago Calatrava is unmistakably iconic. Let us walk you through 10 of Calatrava’s most recognizable works.
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Impressive! I Can't Believe What This Illusionist Does!
If you love a good magic trick! You'll love this!
The Silent Power of Monochrome Sculptures (16 Pics)
These beautiful monochrome sculptures by Hans Op De Beeck capture moments of quiet contemplation.
Feast Your Eyes on Titian's 10 Most Epic Masterpieces
Have a look at these ten incredible masterpieces from one of Italy's finest artists. As a painter, he was extremely versatile, and his body of work includes portraits, scenes from mythology and religion, as well as breathtaking natural landscapes.
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These Brothers Wow a Nation With Death-Defying Act!
The Giang Brothers might not have won the final of Britain’s Got Talent 2018, but they almost certainly won the hearts of a nation with their death-defying act!
15 Detailed Sketches That Perfectly Capture Winter’s Charm
Every detail of winter comes alive in these pencil sketches by Guram Dolenjashvili.
Can You Believe This Realistic Art is Made from Scratches?
This form art is unlike any other. Discover more about scratchboard art right here.
Each of These Cakes Belongs In a Museum
Each and every one of the cakes made in Moscow based bakery Tortik Annushka is a work of art!
Some of the Greatest Sculptors in History and Their Works
These are the 10 best sculptors of all time and their greatest masterpieces
12 of the Best Lesser-Known Tales from the Arabian Nights
In this article, we explore some of the obscure stories from Arabian Nights that have been overlooked in popular culture.
Music Box: 24 Sweet French Songs That Sing L'Amour
If there is one language that sounds beautiful it's French! Hearing it sung with these 24 classic tunes is such a treat for the ears.
These Rare Artifacts Are Bound to Take Your Breath Away...
Get ready to check out some of the most beautiful ancient artifacts that have ever been discovered!
Well-Timed Photos That Prove Coincidences are Real
Perfect-timing is the name of the game for these photographers, who captured these moments just in the nick of time.
MUSIC BOX: 10 Greatest Waltzes Ever Composed
We’ve gathered our top 10 picks and brought them to you, along with the stories behind them, so you can both enjoy and learn.
6 Fantastic Poems Everyone Should Read At Least Once!
These are some of the most famous poems that have ever been written and everyone should read them at least once!
How Could Carvings so Intricate & Tiny Have Been Handmade?
These boxwood carvings are among the most mysterious little wonders in art history. Now, finally, science appears to have explained just how they were made.
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This Performer Will Shock and Inspire You
Once you finish watching this performance, you too will be filled with admiration for this extraordinary man who has no limbs but a lot of heart.
We Can’t Take Our Eyes Off These Beauties!
Step inside a magical garden, a tactile world full of lush fields, whimsical flowers, and dainty butterflies made entirely out of thread.
Animal Embroidery With a Beautiful Twist – 10 Pics
These beautiful animal embroidery photos have a unique twist - they are embellished with little bits of jewelry.
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Cello and Violin : A Gorgeous Musical Collaboration!
The Croatian cellist Stjepan Hauser loves to add spice to his performances with upbeat songs and surprising collaborations - this time with an amazing violinist!
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Watch Evgeny Kissin Give New Life to "La Campanella"
Watch pianist Evgeny Kissin play "La Campanella" at The Royal Albert Hall, London, in August 1997.
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This Duo of Performers Has Both Flare and Courage!
This is the duo Julia and Dmytro Turkeev who came to the talent show America's Got Talent and garnered praise from all the people there.
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