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3 Folk Songs From the 1970s That Turn One Simple Phrase Into Pure Poetry
This piece from American Songwriter highlights three folk songs from the 1970s that distil complex emotions into a single, simple lyrical phrase, showcasing how minimal wording can carry maximum emotional weight. The article argues that the strength of these songs lies in their universality, allowing listeners of any background to connect with sentiments about ageing,…
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Kansas Almost Missed Recording What Became Their First Big Hit in 1976
An American Songwriter piece recounts how Kansas nearly didn’t record “Carry On Wayward Son”, the 1976 song that became the band’s first Top 5 hit. Written by band member Kerry Livgren, the track was brought to the group only two days before recording sessions for their fourth album, Leftoverture, were due to begin, at a…
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Sinfonia of London/Wilson review – night of Technicolor masterpieces from one of the finest orchestras on the planet
John Wilson conducted the Sinfonia of London at the Royal Albert Hall in a Proms concert of Verdi, Walton and Respighi, earning another five-star review for an ensemble praised as one of the finest orchestras in the world. The programme showcased both the orchestra’s technical precision and its expressive depth, with critics highlighting Wilson’s talent…
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5 of the Best No. 1 Country Singles That Are Turning 30 This Year
Musician Deanna Carter performing in Manassas, Virginia, September 3, 1999. (Photo by Paul Natkin/Getty Images) We take a look at five of the best No. 1 country music singles to come out of 1996, from sentimental ballads to sassy two-step tunes. The post 5 of the Best No. 1 Country Singles That Are Turning 30…
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The indie song dominating the charts in 2026
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Watch Rick Astley join Blossoms for ‘Joke About Divorce’ at Tramlines
Rick Astley made a surprise appearance with Blossoms during their set at Tramlines Festival, joining the Stockport band on the Sarah Nulty Main Stage at Sheffield’s Hillsborough Park on 25 July 2026. He performed “Joke About Divorce” alongside the group, a track he also lends backing vocals to on the studio recording and appears in…
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3 One-Hit Wonders From the 1970s You Can Actually Work Out To
This lighthearted list from American Songwriter suggests three 1970s one-hit wonders that double as effective workout music, offering readers an alternative energy boost when gym motivation or caffeine supplies run low. The piece frames each track around the drive, urgency and movement needed to power through exercise, tying classic rock, soul and disco hits to…
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Luke Combs review – regular Joe megastar brings the arena-sized party home
Luke Combs, now the highest-selling country artist of all time, brought his tour to Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, drawing a crowd of nearly 70,000 for a two-hour show packed with pyrotechnics, celebrity cameos and hits. Despite this remarkable success, Combs retains a modest, “regular Joe” persona, and the concert underscores his unusual status in the…
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“Great way to start the show”: The disturbing 1973 concert that made Genesis prog superstars
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The singer Robert Plant thinks will last forever: “Timeless”