American Songwriter

4 Country Artists Who Had a No. 1 Hit Across Three Decades and Beyond

These are four country artists who are so successful, they have had a single reach No. 1 in at least three decades.

Robbie Williams splits with management team as he says ‘it’s time for a change’

After overtaking The Beatles to become the act with most No1 albums in UK history, I was told that Robbie Williams was preparing to usher in a new era. And that has now started — with a huge ...

The Beach Boys' No.1 Hit Song That Became the Most Expensive Single Ever Recorded in 1966

Good Vibrations by The Beach Boys didn’t just top the charts but it reshaped what pop music production could sound like in ...

Why Carly Simon's 1973 No. 1 Hit 'You're So Vain' Became the Ultimate Breakup Anthem

A hit that topped the charts in 1973 evolved into one of the most beloved breakup songs of all time. Decades later, its relatable lyrics and timeless sound still resonate with listeners around the ...

61 Years Ago, The Rolling Stones Wrote Their Greatest Song and It Became Their First Original Number One Hit

The Last Time marked a pivotal moment in The Rolling Stones' career, becoming their first original UK number one hit and showcasing their evolution.