American Songwriter

Some bands that have been there for forty years and have sold over 30 million albums might at some point lose the drive and spark that sustained their careers. How then to account for Bananarama? The legendary band keep…

It is difficult to determine which musicians will stand the test of time. Once they've achieved iconic status after 40 or 50 years in the business, it's nice to take a trip down memory lane to chart a course through their…

At the start of the decade, things looked bleak for music in the 1960s. On February 3, 1959, a plane crashed, killing Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and JP "The Big Bopper" Richardson. It was the day the music died. And even…

Phoebe Bridgers continues her string of collaborations, adding 1975 frontman Matty Healy to the mix. The indie singer brought in Healy at her recent show in London to perform her set up close, "I Know The End." Bridgers'…

Just four days after canceling his headlining performance at the Rolling Loud festival in Miami on July 22, Kanye West still showed up and performed with Lil Durk. Wearing a pair of sunglasses covering his eyes and black face…

On Friday, July 22, country music star John Rich took to former President Donald Trump's social media network, Truth Social, to announce what is sure to be a controversial new MAGA-inspired song titled "Progress." . In the…

Pat Benatar reportedly cut one of his biggest songs from his touring setlist, "Hit Me With Your Best Shot". The change was made as a sign of respect for the victims of the mass shootings. During an interview with USA…

It's been five years without Chester Bennington. While the pain of his death still resonates in the hearts of family and fans, there is much to celebrate in Bennington's life. The Phoenix-born artist is best known for his…

Similar to the founding principles of the blues, Billie Holiday's life was marked by both the harsh realities of personal misfortunes and noisy tempo shifts. Nicknamed "Lady Day", the Philadelphia-born singer has used her…

Tami Neilson Kingmaker (excluding music) 4 out of 5 stars Anyone looking for an Adele or Lady Gaga style diva in roots music can stop looking now. Tami Neilson fills in those big cowboy boots, and more, on her…

Dave Grohl's impact on culture is difficult to grasp. His work with Nirvana and The Foo Fighters left an irrefutable impact on the music world - just look to his Rock and Roll Hall of Famer status for proof. He's also been…

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile has announced the lineup for the upcoming 4th Annual Girls Just Wanna Weekend - and there are some big names. The annual destination show, which takes place south of the border,…

Cardi B's performance at the Wireless Festival in London was certainly memorable. To begin with, theI like it” the rapper got closer to her fans. During one song from her set, Cardi B was tightly flanked and carried by her…

Tyler, the creator is pointing and naming names. The Grammy Award-winning rapper recently took to Twitter to accuse two of his former collaborators of stealing and selling some of his "old songs". " DeShay and Tyler Major…

Best Buy is a worthy competitor to Amazon's cut deals. Amazon Prime Day is fast approaching, where Amazon is slashing prices on everything they have to offer. Leading up to Prime Day, Best Buy is here to steal some of its…

When you think of the musicians who perform the national anthem, one name immediately comes to mind for most: Jimi Hendrix. That's right, the greatest guitarist to ever walk the Earth also performed the most inspiring (and…

New York police arrested a person accused of harassing and threatening Taylor Swift near her Manhattan apartment twice in early 2022. Joshua Christian, 35, of Brooklyn, New York, was charged with harassment and trespassing,…

When the Chainsmokers released "Paris" in 2017, there was no way of knowing the song would be picked up as a reproductive rights anthem on Tik Tok. But nonetheless, the electronic duo were thrust into conversation after the…

A few weeks before the release of his fourth studio album, Special, Lizzo jumped into the passenger seat next to James Corden for a game of Carpool Karaoke. The 34-year-old singer appeared on The late showfrom the hit show to…

Martin Guitars made a major expansion this year with its popular Modern Deluxe series adding seven new instruments to the collection. Modern Deluxe guitars are built for performance with added custom features and embracing…

Hello and welcome to our running series where we share with you our favorite new songs and music videos of the week. In this episode, we'll spotlight new music from Stone Gossard and Ani DiFranco of Pearl Jam, Jake Blount,…

However America's Got Talent judge Sofia Vergara gave her golden buzzer to Lebanese dance troupe Mayyas during the June 21 auditions episode, it was singer Kristen Cruz who left the judge stunned and received a standing ovation…

In Washington DC, a 15-year-old boy was shot and killed at a local music event. Several other people were injured in an exchange of gunfire, including a policeman, The New York Times reported. It all happened on June 19,…

Happy birthday Paul McCartney! To celebrate the iconic musician's 80th birthday, we take you through his career, from the Beatles to the Wings, to his solo albums and beyond. Known for his melodic approach to bass playing,…

Eminem adds hip-hop flavor to Elvis Presley's "Jailhouse Rock" in his new single from the soundtrack to The King of Rock and Roll's upcoming biopic, titled king and me. Teaming up with CeeLo Green on the chorus, the song blends…

shamelessly themselves, The suffers are here to share all their truth in their latest album, It starts with love. The truth is not always easy. As we all know, chaos struck in 2020 during the pandemic. Meanwhile, The…

Country singer Toby Keith has revealed he has been privately battling stomach cancer and receiving chemotherapy treatments for six months. "Last fall I was diagnosed with stomach cancer," Keith explained. “I've spent the…

Netflix's long-awaited fourth season stranger things brought more than just the next chapter in the history of the Hawkins gang. Thanks to her superbly retro soundtrack, pop singer Kate Bush re-entered the charts, earning her…

As an artist still figuring out how to turn controversy into self-promotion, Lil Nas X has revealed a snippet of an unreleased song currently titled “Late to the Party.” The song opens with singingfuck bet, fuck bettaking aim…

Although it started in South Korea, K-pop music is taking over the world. The genre has managed to endear countless K-pop artists to millions of fans around the world, garnering billions of streams for K-pop music and sold-out…

Ringo Starr joined the class of 22 at Berklee College of Music on Thursday, June 2, to receive an honorary degree. The university first announced that the Beatles drummer would receive his doctorate in music at launch…

It's official: Queen Elizabeth II is Britain's oldest monarch. She is celebrating 70 years on the throne of England, and the celebration is one that everyone, regardless of nationality, tunes into. Including the music…

When an artist steps out from behind the songwriting curtain, stamping their name on the front of the album cover rather than residing in the proverbial liner notes, the world stops and stares. Adam Hood took that leap in 2002…

Steve Earle/Jerry Jeff/new westFour out of five starsBeyond his insurrectionary attitude, Steve Earle never failed to wink at the artists and friends who marked him throughout his career. Two albums containing songs written by…

In Music City, Tennessee, people know that number one songs don't just happen overnight. Often it takes years of writing and a team of talented professionals to bring a song into the limelight. There's even a locally known…

Following the release of his third solo studio album, Harry Styles appeared on BBC Radio 1's acclaimed Live Lounge series. On the show, the 28-year-old singer brought a selection of songs from Harry's house to life, including…

They were the rowdiest, most bawdy and some of the toughest musicians on the rock 'n' roll scene of the 1970s. We're talking of course about Aerosmith. The band's early hits - "Sweet Emotion", "Dream On" and "Walk This Way" -…

The job of frontman is difficult. You have to dazzle an audience, perform a song, sing it the way you mean it, and for many you have to play guitar, write music and lyrics, and lead a band. But for some outstanding…

Rolling stones/Living at El Mocambo/UMEFour out of five stars When, on March 4 and 5, 1977, the Cockroaches, aka the Rolling Stones, showed up unannounced for a surprise concert at Toronto's legendary club, The El Mocambo, as…

George Strait has announced his return to Nevada for his recurring series "Strait to Vegas", gracing the T-Mobile Arena stage for the 35th and 36th time. His Vegas residency began in 2016 and has racked up 15 concert…

Looking back on twenty years in any field can show either a steady evolution or a painful fall for an artist like New York native Kevin Devine, an industry veteran who isn't afraid to embrace the fluidity of art. industry and…

Let me set the scene for you. There's a sure-footed, sure-sounding cowgirl who sings about life and love as she walks through a stage with unfeigned delight. His songs are both familiar and new, but overall they are true…

Just days after the release of their third studio album The last resort: greetings from, beloved Texas trio Midland have announced a regional tour slated for this fall. The tour sees the country outfit take their music across…

For many, Lady Gaga is an icon. The glamorous pop star. known for her dance songs and shape-shifting ability, rose to the pinnacle of stardom and was able to stay there. She's even won an Oscar for her recent forays into…

Multi-platinum pop singer Andy Grammer reunited with producer R3HAB on heartfelt single "Saved My Life." The upbeat, synth-driven track is the fourth collaboration between the two artists. Grammer introduced the song to…

When the Red Hot Chili Peppers replaced the Foo Fighters at the New Orleans Jazz Fest, drummer Chad Smith took a moment to pay tribute to his late friend and Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins. The Foo Fighters were to…

The spirit of Mary Oliver haunts True North, the fourth album by Nashville singer-songwriter Caroline Spence. Its opening track is named after the late poet, whom Spence invokes in his moving climax: "I played Mary Oliver's Church / Yeah,…

When you boast of having one of the best voices in the world, you have the proverbial choice of the litter when it comes to who you want to cover. As such, famed singer Kelly Clarkson is able to apply her dynamic, full, and…

Hello and welcome to our regular series where we highlight our favorite new singles and clips of the week! Here we will be sharing songs from Regina Spektor, beabadoobee, Mandy Moore, Adrian Quesada and many more. So,…

american idol Power contestant Nicolina gave a heartfelt performance of a classic hit on the Top 11 episode. Dedicated to her "Nona," the singer sang a rendition of Jeff Buckley's "Hallelujah." It's a song that holds a very…

Earlier this month, former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted made headlines during an interview with the palm beach post said he had been approached by Alex Van Halen and guitarist Joe Satriani to go on a Van Halen tour.…

Michelle Malone1977 (SBS) Four out of five stars Michelle Malone makes no apologies for her independent attitude. She says her goal has always been to continually raise her bar and allow her creativity to flourish. That's…

Documentaries about Leonard Cohen, T. Rex's Marc Bolan, Lil Baby, cult rapper DOC, Detroit techno and more will premiere at 2022 Tribeca Film Festivalfrom June 8 to 19 in New York. Directed by Karam Gill, Untrapped: The Lil…

The tour stop from Garth Brooks Stadium to Music City was a long time coming. Indeed, fans have been waiting for this moment since the summer of 2021. Last July, Brooks canceled his concert in Nashville at Nissan Stadium…

The Kid LAROI has had a string of success over the past year, working with Justin Bieber and racking up millions of streams to his own music. However, on Wednesday (April 13), the 18-year-old entertainer hinted that it may not…

George Strait won his first-ever Country Music Television award on Monday night (April 11) for Performance of the Year. Her rendition of "Is Anybody Going to San Antone" from CMT Giants: Charley Pride special earned him the…

Darden Smith/western sky/independentFour out of five stars Darden Smith is an eloquent singer-songwriter, who addresses matters of the heart and a range of common circumstances with care and conviction. His last album,…

Today (April 8), the Oscars delivered their sentence for Will Smith. Actor and musician Smith is now banned from the awards show for 10 years after he slapped comedian Chris Rock on the show in March. In a statement, Smith…

We have all been there. I wonder if we should contact an ex via text or call. At this point, however, are we usually alone or do we really want to get back together with this person? This question is the subject of the new…

Alternative rock band Everclear - consisting of Art Alexakis (vocals, guitar), Davey French (guitar), Freddy Herrera (bass), Brian Nolan (drums) - celebrates 30 years together as a band with a landmark tour of the 30th…

It's rare for a cover of a song to top the original, but the cover of Manfred Mann's Earth Band's "Blinded by the Light" is an exception. The song was originally written and recorded by Bruce Springsteen for his 1973 album,…

Dove Cameron's latest single, "Boyfriendwas a happy accident of sorts. The singer-songwriter and actress had just wrapped up her tour and decided it was time to refocus on her music. Now entering music mode, Cameron listened to…

Monday night (March 28), nearly 24 hours after the Oscars in which Will Smith slapped comedian Chris Rock, the actor and musician issued an apology via social media. Smith wrote on Instagram: “Violence in all its forms is…

It may not host Peril! but LeVar Burton, the former reading rainbow star, will be in our homes during this year's Grammy telecast. That's right, Burton is set to host the Grammys' "Premiere Ceremony" before the telecast, which…

The Prince Estate has set up an interactive exhibit spanning the career of the artist, which will debut in Chicago on June 9. Prince: the immersive experience will allow participants to immerse themselves in the music and life…

Don McLean's mystical "American Pie" is one of the greatest American songs ever written. The song's lyrics, which exceed eight minutes, contain a dizzying array of references and innuendo to McLean's personal life, American…

Buckle up and check your purse strings. The Soma Labs Cosmos is the most revolutionary and fantastic creative device I have ever played. No kidding. I placed my pre-order over six months ago and never has a device been so…

New York, New York, New York! Known as the Empire State, New York is gearing up for a fun-filled summer. Some of our favorite artists are touring New York locations. Although there are too many shows in the area to count,…

Alex Cameron/Oxy Music/Secretly CanadianFour out of five stars Recorded at the start of the stop, Oxy Music offers an emphatic response to a world suddenly turned upside down and driven to the brink of hopelessness and…

A film illustrating the musical beginnings and triumphs of Billy Joel, "The Piano Man", is reported be in work. The upcoming biopic will follow Joel's early discovery years through to his standout performance and beyond.…

In the wake of criticism of rapper Travis Scott's four-tier initiative called HEAL ProjectScott's attorneys have filed new documents on the musician's behalf. According to rolling stone, In response to a motion filed…

On Sunday March 6, an impromptu violin concert from a Ukrainian bomb shelter went viral and it features a haunting sound. CNN writer Wynn Westmoreland shared the concert on Twitter, writing, “Impromptu violin concert at a…

Dark tunes have always been part of music's DNA, and REM now hold the top spot for "saddest song ever", with their 1992 hit "Everybody Hurts", according to a recent survey by OnePoll. Followed by Sinead O'Connor's "Nothing…

Amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Ukrainian metal band Jinjer also spoke out for their country and released new merchandise help raise funds to support their country. “Thank you all for your concerned messages and thank…

For Chris Brown of Elevation Worship, it feels good to be releasing music again. Brown is quick to point out that the contemporary Christian collective has never stopped releasing music - just check out their commercially and…

After facing a mass exodus of musicians following the Joe Rogan controversy, Spotify is again under fire for the way it pays artists. David Bowie's producer Tony Visconti was outspoken in his review of the platform, describing…

Band of pagans/Remote Transmissions Volume One/BOH Recordings 3.5 out of five stars When an artist or a group chooses to make a cover collection, it can be interpreted in different ways. It could mean that they are simply…

Van Halen's first six multi-platinum albums will receive a high-quality sound overhaul by Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab. The company, which focuses on high-quality reissues, will release the work exclusively limited to 10,000…

Sarah Borgestogether alone(Blue corn music)3 1/2 out of 5 stars Fans of American singer/songwriter/rocker Sarah Borges will quickly notice the absence of her Broken Singles backing unit anywhere in the credits of her first new…

GRAEthe new single"To forget you” arrives in the season of love where the energy of Valentine's Day still emanates through the last days of the month. And for GRAE, the single is a reminder not to romance things for romance's…

Songs germinate in different ways for Rob Thomas. Often he will hear a melody, like a radio broadcast in his head, before finding the right words. Thomas has been writing since forming Matchbox Twenty in the early 90s until the…

Miranda Lambert is on the morning of the loss of her longtime guitarist Scotty Wray (brother of 90s country singer Collin Raye), whom she met at age 17. Wray, who was battling heart problems, died on Friday, February 18.…

Sport and music are intimately linked. Everyone needs a hype-up song, a game anthem, a walk-up song. And when it comes to world-class athletes, no one knows the importance of song better than Olympians. For the 2022 Winter…

British pop-rock band Bastille presented a vibrant performance of their new song "Shut Off the Lights" on The Late Late Show with James Corden. "Shut Off the Lights", a fast-paced, euphoric track, was originally released in…

British singer/songwriter Conor Maynard has just released his own version of Whitney Houston's "I Wanna Dance With Somebody," taking the ultimate party song and completely transforming it. The fast-paced, danceable original…

Oh, what a night for Lauren Alaina. The 27-year-old country singer was officially inducted and welcomed as a new member of the Grand Ole Opry on Saturday night (February 12) by her friend/mentor Trisha Yearwood. To kick off…

When you put electronic (Viberate) producer Ben Böhmer and Grammy-winning multi-instrumentalist/composer/bandleader Rob Moose (Bon Iver, Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers, FKA Twigs) in a room, adding production whimsical music from…

If "We don't talk about Bruno" hadn't gotten stuck in your head after seeing Encanta, it's probably now. With a salsa-inspired melody and compelling lyrics about the mysterious Bruno, the song is not just an internet sensation,…

Britney Spencer been making waves on the country music scene for years, but she's reaching new heights as 2022 approaches. Set to begin her first headlining tour and work on her debut album, Spencer promises an exciting year…

Myles Lloyd, an R&B artist from Montreal, Canada, the newest in real life, To you for evertakes on an autobiographical twist as it stems from real-life events and narrates saying goodbye, but always keeping the memories,…

Following their debut album, Nothing is happeningthe Los Angeles-based alternative trio wallow sought to develop their gender-fluid style. So in the few years since their debut, the band have explored their sound through…

Oh what a chain of events Neil Young started. Late last month, the legendary singer-songwriter wrote a letter about his doubts about Spotify and his popular podcast from host Joe Rogan, which he posted on his website.…

K-pop sensation Jimin was hospitalized with acute appendicitis after experiencing abdominal pain and a sore throat. The BTS member underwent successful surgery on Monday morning (January 30), but received a positive Covid PCR…

The pirate-themed bar in Lynnwood, Washington, Vessel Taphouse, a rock club for indie bands, joked about patrons catching COVID-19 and the bar made a ton of headlines. But for the wrong reasons. The venue posted on social…

The past few years have been a remarkable journey for rising country star Maggie Baugh, who shared the stage with country superstars like Luke Bryan, Kane Brown, Luke Combs and Trace Adkins until her viral hit, "Think About Me,"…

Christone "Kingfish" Ingram just announced four special guests as the opening act for his 662 Juke Joint Live Tour, which is slated to kick off in March. Rissi Palmer, Maggie Rose, Camille Parker and Brittney Spencer will join…

John MayallThe sun is shining(Forty below the records)3 1/2 out of 5 stars It's been a long, long journey/And I don't have time to stop/It's been so good so far/Not bad for an old Brit, sings blues legend John Mayall on the…

Walrus Audio only appeared on my radar about 5 years ago after ten years in business, but they caught my attention because of the thoughtful and very useful devices they make. They obviously play music themselves and listen to…

Welcome back to our ongoing series where we share with you some of our favorite songs and music videos that have been released this week. In our latest episode, discover tracks from Leon Bridges, Debbie Gibson, Death Valley…

Americana band The Head and the Heart has announced the band's upcoming 2022 tour, which will officially kick off May 20 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Joining the group will be musical acts Shakey Graves, Dawes and Jade Bird.…