American Songwriter https://americansongwriter.com/ American Songwriter Thu, 28 Mar 2024 23:19:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://americansongwriter.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/cropped-favicon-large-hrx-1.png?fit=32%2C32 American Songwriter https://americansongwriter.com/ 32 32 189232086 New Documentary About Rolling Stones Muse Anita Pallenberg, Featuring Scarlett Johansen, Coming to Theaters https://americansongwriter.com/new-documentary-about-rolling-stones-muse-anita-pallenberg-featuring-scarlett-johansen-coming-to-theaters/ https://americansongwriter.com/new-documentary-about-rolling-stones-muse-anita-pallenberg-featuring-scarlett-johansen-coming-to-theaters/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 23:19:34 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402960 New Documentary About Rolling Stones Muse Anita Pallenberg, Featuring Scarlett Johansen, to Premiere in MayA new documentary about the late Anita Pallenberg, the longtime partner of Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards, will premiere in theaters on May 3, and will be available via video on demand starting the same day. Catching Fire: The Story of Anita Pallenberg will present an in-depth portrait of the German-Italian model and actress, who […]

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Watch Cody Jinks Cover “All My Rowdy Friends (Have Settled Down)” During New York Concert https://americansongwriter.com/watch-cody-jinks-cover-all-my-rowdy-friends-have-settled-down-concert-new-york/ https://americansongwriter.com/watch-cody-jinks-cover-all-my-rowdy-friends-have-settled-down-concert-new-york/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 23:17:41 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402903 Cody JinksCody Jinks has a deep catalog of songs. However, when he’s on the road, he likes to mix things up and add a few covers to his set. With a deep connection to the Outlaw Country tradition, it’s no surprise to see the Texas native covering Hank Williams Jr. He did so on the opening […]

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Britney Spears Claims She’s Changed Her Name, Fans Dreaming of New Music Under Alter Ego https://americansongwriter.com/britney-spears-claims-shes-changed-her-name-fans-dreaming-of-new-music-under-alter-ego/ https://americansongwriter.com/britney-spears-claims-shes-changed-her-name-fans-dreaming-of-new-music-under-alter-ego/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 23:06:27 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402947 Britney Spears says she has changed her name to Xila Maria River Red.By her own admission, Britney Spears has been going through it since her split from former backup dancer Sam Asghari. The “Baby One More Time” singer recently opened up on social media about changing her name, nearly losing her phone and her struggle staying motivated at the gym. Britney Spears Says She’s Changed Her Name […]

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Country Flashback: Tim McGraw Released His First No. 1 Single “Don’t Take the Girl” on This Day in 1994 https://americansongwriter.com/country-flashback-tim-mcgraw-released-his-first-no-1-single-dont-take-the-girl-on-this-day-1994/ https://americansongwriter.com/country-flashback-tim-mcgraw-released-his-first-no-1-single-dont-take-the-girl-on-this-day-1994/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 22:19:06 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402948 Tim McGraw released Don't Take the Girl 30 years ago todayOn this day (March 28) in 1994, Tim McGraw released “Don’t Take the Girl” as the second single from his sophomore album Not a Moment Too Soon. The song went on to be his first No. 1 single. Additionally, it signaled the beginning of McGraw’s rise to stardom and domination of the radio waves throughout […]

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‘The Voice,’ Martina McBride Honor Reba McEntire on Her Birthday https://americansongwriter.com/the-voice-martina-mcbride-honor-reba-mcentire-on-her-birthday/ https://americansongwriter.com/the-voice-martina-mcbride-honor-reba-mcentire-on-her-birthday/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 21:39:34 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402890 Reba McEntire turns 69 today (March 28.)At 69, Reba McEntire is still among country music’s most celebrated women. Throughout her nearly 50-year career, the “Fancy” singer has sold more than 75 million albums and put out more than 100 tracks that have charted on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Far from slowing down, these days Reba mentors aspiring musicians on […]

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5 Must-Listen Deep Cuts by The Who https://americansongwriter.com/5-must-listen-deep-cuts-by-the-who/ https://americansongwriter.com/5-must-listen-deep-cuts-by-the-who/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 21:36:38 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402902 Check Out 5 Must-Listen Deep Cuts by The WhoThe Who has released many classic songs that made an impact the charts and also became staples on rock radio. However, the British rock legends also have many great deep cuts that, unless you’re familiar with their studio albums and rarities compilations, may have flown under your radar. For a band that’s been around 60 […]

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Ranking the 5 Best Songs on Elton John’s 1973 Double Album ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road’ https://americansongwriter.com/ranking-the-5-best-songs-on-elton-johns-1973-double-album-goodbye-yellow-brick-road/ https://americansongwriter.com/ranking-the-5-best-songs-on-elton-johns-1973-double-album-goodbye-yellow-brick-road/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 21:30:00 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231400964 Elton John released so many killer albums in the ’70s that it’s very difficult to pick just one as the clear-cut best. How about two albums, then? Two, as in the masterpiece double LP Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, which represented an absolute pinnacle for John, his co-songwriter Bernie Taupin, and his incredible band. With 17 […]

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On This Day: Blondie Hit No. 1 With the First Song Featuring Rap, “Rapture” https://americansongwriter.com/on-this-day-blondie-hit-no-1-with-the-first-song-featuring-rap-rapture/ Thu, 28 Mar 2024 21:04:41 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402886 It all started with a party in the Bronx, New York, in 1978. Blondie‘s Chris Stein and Debbie Harry were friends with Fab 5 Freddy (Fred Brathwaite), who invited them to a music gathering at the Police Athletic League in the South Bronx. In the late ’70s, Stein and Harry were friends with rappers in […]

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On This Day: Blondie Hit No. 1 With the First Song Featuring Rap, "Rapture" - American Songwriter A rap gathering in the Bronx in 1978 inspired Chris Stein and Debbie Harry to write "Rapture" for Blondie's fifth album 'Autoamerican' in 1980. Blondie,Chris Stein,Debbie Harry,Hip-hop,Blondie Get the First No. 1 Rap Song 9004111231402886
Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Announce Summer 2024 Tour https://americansongwriter.com/pat-benatar-and-neil-giraldo-announce-summer-2024-tour/ https://americansongwriter.com/pat-benatar-and-neil-giraldo-announce-summer-2024-tour/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 20:42:06 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402859 Who doesn’t love a good married couple duo? Legendary singer/songwriter Pat Benatar just announced that she’s hitting the road in 2024 to tour with her husband, Neil Giraldo. The Fantastic 2024 Tour will showcase the couple’s greatest hits on stages across the United States. The Vindys and Berlin will be supporting the pair on their […]

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Stray Cats Summer Tour 2024: How To Get Tickets https://americansongwriter.com/stray-cats-summer-tour-2024-how-to-get-tickets/ https://americansongwriter.com/stray-cats-summer-tour-2024-how-to-get-tickets/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 20:17:32 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402874 Rockabilly legends Stray Cats are making a comeback this year! Slim Jim Phantom, Brian Setzer, and Lee Rocker are hitting the road throughout the United States for the first time in several years. There’s been a lot of buzz about this tour in the alt music community, and it wouldn’t be surprising if tickets sold […]

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Riley Strain’s Body Found Without Boots, Pants, and Wallet in Nashville River; Coroner’s Report Notes Lack of Water in Lungs https://americansongwriter.com/riley-strain-family-wants-second-autopsy-after-coroner-report-notes-lack-water-lungs-missing-boots-pants-wallet/ https://americansongwriter.com/riley-strain-family-wants-second-autopsy-after-coroner-report-notes-lack-water-lungs-missing-boots-pants-wallet/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:56:09 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402869 Riley Strain’s Body Found Without Boots, Pants, and Wallet in Nashville River; Coroner’s Report Notes Lack of Water in LungsAuthorities found the body of missing 22-year-old University of Missouri student Riley Strain in the Cumberland River on March 22. He went missing in Nashville on March 8 after visiting several bars. The official coroner’s report found no signs of foul play. However, the state in which his body was found left his family with […]

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Watch Bruce Springsteen Channel Elvis Presley During Las Vegas Performance; E Street Band Takes Over San Francisco https://americansongwriter.com/watch-bruce-springsteen-channel-elvis-presley-during-las-vegas-performance-e-street-band-takes-over-san-francisco/ https://americansongwriter.com/watch-bruce-springsteen-channel-elvis-presley-during-las-vegas-performance-e-street-band-takes-over-san-francisco/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:47:42 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402802 Watch Bruce Springsteen Send Video Message to San Francisco Fans with Help (Sort of) from Elvis PresleyBruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will play the fourth show of their 2024 world tour on Thursday, March 28, at Chase Center in San Francisco. In advance of his Bay Area concert, the Boss has posted a video message on his social media pages to get local fans revved up about the gig. […]

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Why Did Riley Strain’s Family Order a Second Autopsy? https://americansongwriter.com/why-did-riley-strains-family-order-a-second-autopsy/ https://americansongwriter.com/why-did-riley-strains-family-order-a-second-autopsy/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:42:11 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402840 Why Did Riley Strain's Family Order a Second Autopsy?Riley Strain went missing on March 8 in Nashville after being escorted out of Luke Bryan’s downtown bar. A desperate two-week search ended in tragedy on March 22, when a nearby worker found the 22-year-old University of Missouri student’s body in the Cumberland River. While police do not suspect foul play, Strain’s devastated family isn’t […]

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The Meaning Behind “Somebody’s Baby” by Jackson Browne and Why He Regrets a Key Decision Concerning the Song https://americansongwriter.com/the-meaning-behind-somebodys-baby-by-jackson-browne-and-why-he-regrets-a-key-decision-concerning-the-song/ https://americansongwriter.com/the-meaning-behind-somebodys-baby-by-jackson-browne-and-why-he-regrets-a-key-decision-concerning-the-song/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231400952 Jackson Browne scored his biggest hit ever with a song that he was a bit ambivalent about recording. “Somebody’s Baby” certainly benefited from appearing in a hit movie. But the 1982 tune also found Browne writing and singing with a directness and ease that may have surprised even his most diehard fans who were used […]

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https://americansongwriter.com/the-meaning-behind-somebodys-baby-by-jackson-browne-and-why-he-regrets-a-key-decision-concerning-the-song/feed/ 0 The Meaning Behind "Somebody's Baby" by Jackson Browne and Why He Regrets a Key Decision Concerning the Song - American Songwriter Jackson Browne scored his biggest hit ever with a song that he was a bit ambivalent about recording. "Somebody's Baby" certainly benefited from appearing in a hit movie. But the 1982 hit also found Browne writing and singing with a directness and ease that may have surprised even his most diehard fans who were used to his eloquent epics. What is the song about? Who co-wrote the song with Browne and helped convince him to come on board? And why did Browne later regret a key decision he made concerning the song? The story of "Somebody's Baby" begins with, of all people, a music journalist turned filmmaker. Features,Folk Rock,Jackson Browne,Jackson Browne "Somebody's Baby" meaning 9004111231400952
Here’s Every Feature From Beyoncé’s Star-Studded ‘Cowboy Carter’ Album—From Miley Cyrus to Willie Nelson, and More https://americansongwriter.com/heres-every-feature-from-beyonces-star-studded-cowboy-carter-album-from-miley-cyrus-to-willie-nelson-and-more/ https://americansongwriter.com/heres-every-feature-from-beyonces-star-studded-cowboy-carter-album-from-miley-cyrus-to-willie-nelson-and-more/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 18:47:03 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402797 Beyoncé and Miley Cyrus will collaborate on Queen Bey's forthcoming country album.Beyoncé is the queen of surprises, and her jump to country music is no exception. The Lemonade singer has already promised appearances from “some brilliant artists who I deeply respect” on her eighth studio album Act II: Cowboy Carter. When the album drops in the United States at midnight Friday (March 29), Listeners can expect […]

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Yonder Mountain String Band Announce 2024 Collab Tour With Leftover Salmon, Railroad Earth https://americansongwriter.com/yonder-mountain-string-band-announce-collab-tour-with-leftover-salmon-railroad-earth/ https://americansongwriter.com/yonder-mountain-string-band-announce-collab-tour-with-leftover-salmon-railroad-earth/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 18:38:41 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402664 Photo courtesy of @YonderMountain on XBluegrass outfit Yonder Mountain String Band is hitting the road with Leftover Salmon and Railroad Earth for a brief co-headline tour this summer! The three groups will visit a few different US states on the journey, including New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, Wyoming, and Colorado.  No supporting acts have been announced. Yonder Mountain String […]

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Pigeons Playing Ping Pong Announce Summer 2024 Tour With Andy Frasco & Dogs In A Pile https://americansongwriter.com/pigeons-playing-ping-pong-announce-summer-2024-tour-with-andy-frasco-dogs-in-a-pile/ https://americansongwriter.com/pigeons-playing-ping-pong-announce-summer-2024-tour-with-andy-frasco-dogs-in-a-pile/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 18:35:11 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402821 Jam band Pigeons Playing Ping Pong // Photo courtesy of @pigeonsplaying on XThere have been quite a few co-headlining tour announcements lately, but none that are quite like this one. Funk jam band Pigeons Playing Ping Pong just announced an extension to their triple headlining tour with blues rock band Andy Frasco And The U.N. and jazz-funk outfit Dogs In A Pile. The extension will add August […]

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Michael Franti & Spearhead Announce 2024 Tour Extension https://americansongwriter.com/michael-franti-spearhead-announce-2024-tour-extension/ https://americansongwriter.com/michael-franti-spearhead-announce-2024-tour-extension/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 18:33:57 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402839 Michael Franti & SpearheadHip-hop/reggae band Michael Franti & Spearhead are extending their Togetherness Tour with more tour dates from April through August! The band will hit the road soon with support from fellow musicians Trevor Hall, Trombone Short & Orleans Avenue, and Citizen Cope for select concerts. The trek will promote music from Franti’s 2023 album Big Big […]

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7 Best DJ Headphones for Beginners [2024] https://americansongwriter.com/best-dj-headphones-for-beginners/ https://americansongwriter.com/best-dj-headphones-for-beginners/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 18:07:00 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402675 Featured image for Best DJ Headphones for Beginners of 2024DJ rigs are highly varied these days. Some use an extensive setup with items like controllers and stands, some prefer to keep things slimmed down. But every DJ rig has a few things in common, and headphones are at the top of the list. As a beginner DJ in the market for the best headphones, […]

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The Story and Meaning Behind “The Dangling Conversation” by Simon & Garfunkel https://americansongwriter.com/the-story-and-meaning-behind-the-dangling-conversation-by-simon-garfunkel/ https://americansongwriter.com/the-story-and-meaning-behind-the-dangling-conversation-by-simon-garfunkel/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:30:00 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231400944 Breakup songs are a dime a dozen. Not too many songs, however, detail the time when warning signs are flashing that a separation between two lovers is imminent. “The Dangling Conversation” by Simon & Garfunkel depicts that uncomfortable scenario in haunting fashion. Released in 1966 as a single from the album Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and […]

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Live in the Vineyard Goes Country Adds Brittney Spencer, Kylie Morgan, and More to 2024 Lineup https://americansongwriter.com/live-in-the-vineyard-goes-country-adds-brittney-spencer-kylie-morgan-more-2024-lineup/ https://americansongwriter.com/live-in-the-vineyard-goes-country-adds-brittney-spencer-kylie-morgan-more-2024-lineup/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:09:36 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402789 Brittney Spencer will perform at Live in the Vineyard Goes CountryEarlier this year, Live in the Vineyard Goes Country announced this year’s initial lineup and a new VIP event. The initial announcement featured artists like Larry Fleet, ERNEST, Scotty McCreery, Rodney Atkins, and many more. Today, the event organizers added new artists to the lineup and solidified the performers for the VIP event. Today, event […]

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“The Most Koe Wetzel Thing I Have Ever Seen”: Country Singer Kicked out of His Own Pop-up Show https://americansongwriter.com/the-most-koe-wetzel-thing-i-have-ever-seen-country-singer-kicked-out-of-his-own-pop-up-show/ https://americansongwriter.com/the-most-koe-wetzel-thing-i-have-ever-seen-country-singer-kicked-out-of-his-own-pop-up-show/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:08:32 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402693 Koe Wetzel fans have grown used to his unpredictability. The Texas country-punk has an entire song named for the day of his public intoxication arrest. So when the “Damn Near Normal” singer announced a free pop-up show, only to later cancel it after getting booted from the bar, social media hardly batted an eye. [RELATED: […]

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St. Vincent Announces North American Tour in 2024 https://americansongwriter.com/st-vincent-announces-north-american-tour-in-2024/ https://americansongwriter.com/st-vincent-announces-north-american-tour-in-2024/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 16:55:10 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402787 Alternative pop artist St. Vincent has just announced a North American tour, and it’s slated to start this spring! The “New York” artist will feature a few special guests on the trek as well, including Yves Tumor, Eartheater, Spoon, Momma, and Dorian Electra. The tour will span both US coasts and also hit a couple […]

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Billy Ray Cyrus and Wife, Firerose, Share “Prolific” New Single “After the Storm” https://americansongwriter.com/billy-ray-cyrus-and-wife-firerose-share-prolific-new-single-after-the-storm/ https://americansongwriter.com/billy-ray-cyrus-and-wife-firerose-share-prolific-new-single-after-the-storm/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 16:17:01 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402607 Billy Ray Cyrus and Wife, Firerose, Share New Single "After the Storm"Although releasing 16 studio albums, starring in numerous television shows like Doc and Hannah Montana, and grabbing a few Grammy Awards, Billy Ray Cyrus will always be remembered as the country singer behind the classic song “Achy Breaky Heart.” While released back in the 1990s by Cyrus, the song seemed to follow him wherever he […]

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Family of Riley Strain Raises Questions About His Last Moments After Autopsy Report https://americansongwriter.com/family-of-riley-strain-raises-questions-about-his-last-moments-after-autopsy-report/ https://americansongwriter.com/family-of-riley-strain-raises-questions-about-his-last-moments-after-autopsy-report/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 16:14:21 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402579 Family of Riley Strain Still Questioning His Last Moments After Autopsy ReportFor the past two weeks, Nashville turned into a crime scene after 22-year-old Riley Strain went missing when visiting Luke Bryan’s bar on Broadway. While visiting the bar with friends, the staff asked the college student to leave. With the group staying at a nearby hotel, Strain decided to walk back by himself. And sadly, […]

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Laurel Cove Music Festival 2024: How To Get Last-Minute Tickets https://americansongwriter.com/laurel-cove-music-festival-2024-how-to-get-last-minute-tickets/ https://americansongwriter.com/laurel-cove-music-festival-2024-how-to-get-last-minute-tickets/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 16:10:03 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402706 Photo courtesy of @RedClayStrays on XLaurel Cove Music Festival announced its killer lineup for the 2024 Appalachian music fest. Red Clay Strays and Wyatt Flores will headline the two-day events, and there will be a ton of supporting acts as well. Drayton Farley, Kat Hasty, Luna & The Mountain Jets, and Eric Bolander are just a few who will be […]

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Peyton Manning Accidentally Drops Bombshell About Parker McCollum and George Strait https://americansongwriter.com/peyton-manning-accidentally-drops-bombshell-about-parker-mccollum-and-george-strait/ https://americansongwriter.com/peyton-manning-accidentally-drops-bombshell-about-parker-mccollum-and-george-strait/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 16:09:13 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402564 Peyton Manning Accidentally Drops Bombshell About Parker McCollum and George StraitDrafted No. 1 during the 1998 NFL Draft, Peyton Manning used that moment to launch a career that included two Super Bowl wins throughout his 18 seasons on the field. That doesn’t include the countless awards he won during the process like five NFL Most Valuable Player Awards. Although an expert when it comes to […]

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6 Best Mics for Under $100 of 2024 https://americansongwriter.com/best-mics-for-under-100/ https://americansongwriter.com/best-mics-for-under-100/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 16:09:07 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402586 Featured image for Best Mics for Under $100Are you looking to upgrade the mics in your studio or rehearsal room but don't want to dish out hundreds of dollars on a single piece of gear? Then a budget microphone is exactly what you're looking for, as it will allow you to get that studio quality without breaking the bank. In this article, […]

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The Meaning Behind “Time” by The Alan Parsons Project and Why It Might Be Co-Founder Eric Woolfson’s Finest Moment https://americansongwriter.com/the-meaning-behind-time-by-the-alan-parsons-project-and-why-it-might-be-co-founder-eric-woolfsons-finest-moment/ https://americansongwriter.com/the-meaning-behind-time-by-the-alan-parsons-project-and-why-it-might-be-co-founder-eric-woolfsons-finest-moment/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:45:00 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231400929 No, The Alan Parsons Project was not some kind of hovercraft, as Homer Simpson once asserted. They instead stood as one of the most successful progressive rock bands of the mid- to late-’70s. When they attempted a transition to the pop charts as the ’80s began, the beautiful ballad “Time” helped to make it happen. […]

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Bunnie Xo Reflects on How a Breakup Made Her and Jelly Roll’s Relationship Stronger https://americansongwriter.com/bunnie-xo-reflects-how-breakup-made-her-jelly-roll-relationship-stronger/ https://americansongwriter.com/bunnie-xo-reflects-how-breakup-made-her-jelly-roll-relationship-stronger/#respond Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:44:37 +0000 https://americansongwriter.com/?p=9004111231402665 Jelly Roll and Bunnie XoJelly Roll and Bunnie Xo are country music’s new power couple. They seem almost inseparable. When he goes on tour, she comes along. If he is at an awards show, she’s on his arm. On social media, they seem to be one of the most loving and supportive couples in or out of the public […]

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