1980s

The Foo Fighters frontman just met his inspiration for the drum kit he used to record Nirvana's 'Nevermind' album.

These 1980s rock albums have stood the test of time, but not every song should stay.

It's the '80s and '90s that's left with Metallica and Pantera going head to head in the March Madness championship.

Do you recall where you were when these big rock and metal events were happening?

Vote now in the third round of Loudwire's March Madness: Decades of Destruction tournament

Bands like Nine Inch Nails, Sublime and Deftones have dipped back into the past to give a hit from the '80s a second life.

Now, 16 rock and metal bands remain as Round 2 of Loudwire's March Madness: Decades of Destruction tournament is here. Vote now!

Vote in the first round of Loudwire's March Madness: Decades of Destruction bracket tournament.

Let's hop in the way back machine and visit 1986 when R.E.M., The Smiths and more were ruling the college rock airwaves.

We take a closer look at why and how Gen X has developed such a love for and had a front row seat for some of the best music in history.