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The Keytar, one of the 50 worst things ever to happen to music. (Roland.com)

The Worst Moments in Music History

Friday, May 12, 2006

Blender Magazine recently published its list of "The 50 Worst Things Ever to Happen to Music." From jukebox musicals to Madonna's faux British accent, Soundcheck looks into what made their list and why. Plus, Pink Floyd's 1973 album "Dark Side of the Moon" recently set a record by becoming the first album in history to spend 1,500 weeks on the Billboard charts. Billboard's deputy editor sheds light on the staying power of "Dark Side of the Moon."

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Bad Moments in Music History

Mike Errico, senior editor of Blender.com gives a rundown of its list of "The 50 Worst Things Ever to Happen to Music."
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Dark Side of the Moon

Pink Floyd's 1973 album "Dark Side of the Moon" set a record recently by becoming the first album in history to spend 1,500 weeks on the Billboard charts. Billboard deputy editor Bill Werde sheds light on the staying power of "Dark Side of the Moon."