Discover the 100-year history of Kansas City’s ‘Heart of America’ slogan

Kansas City’s connection to the heart symbol and “Heart of America” slogan dates back to 1914, when a local lawyer coined the ...
American Songwriter

Born 98 Years Ago Today, the Country Superstar Who Influenced Merle Haggard, George Jones, George Strait, and Countless Others

Ninety-eight years ago today, one of the most influential singers in the history of country music was born in Texas.

The story behind the song that made, and nearly broke up, Radiohead

Artists having a fractious relationship with their most popular song is not an unusual phenomenon. Nirvana famously grew to loathe Smells Like Teen Spirit. Robert Plant once remar ...

Dash Crofts of Seals & Crofts, known for hits 'Summer Breeze' and 'Diamond Girl,' dies at 87

Summer Breeze,” “Diamond Girl” and “Get Closer” all reached the Top 10, while other popular singles included “I’ll Play for You,” “Hummingbird” and “We May Never Pass This Way (Again).” ...
Louder

Slamdancing with John Belushi, supporting Guns N' Roses, duetting with Bruce Springsteen, and entertaining Elton John: the fabulous adventures of one of Americ…

From DIY punk to major label almost-stardom, from supporting Kiss and Green Day to being honoured by (and making friends with ...