Robert Smith and his mates in the Cure have never needed to follow trends to remain vital. Here are 16 gems by one of the most influential bands in modern rock—"In Between Days," "Why Can't I Be... more

This perfectly plotted ride on the Chili Peppers' road to superstardom follows them from their funk-punk roots to their mastery of the melodic. Anthony, Flea and the boys deliver the goods again and... more

Their best years, their best songs: "With or Without You," "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For," "Desire," "New Year's Day," "Pride (in the Name of Love)," "Sunday Bloody Sunday," "Where the... more