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 ...

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 ...