Some of the hardest rock acts of all time are known for their slower, more melodic ballad work. But they still keep the volume at a respectable level. Here's out list of 25 great power ballads. And, ...

Country music has a long history of murder anthems—and with songs including “Long Black Veil” and “Delia’s Gone” — Johnny Cash might be the king of them. However, the genre has had plenty of ...

Metallica’s 1992 hit “Nothing Else Matters” has been ranked by Ultimate Classic Rock as one of the greatest power ballads in rock history. Written by James Hetfield during the 'Black Album' sessions ...

Introduction -- The harmonic language of the popular ballad -- Rhythmic features of the popular ballad -- Melodic design : descriptive categories -- The lyric : its qualities and melodic roles -- Form ...