American Songwriter

On This Day in 1983, Alabama Released the No. 1 Single That Later Became a Favorite for Generations of Crimson Tide Fans

Forty-three years ago today, Alabama released a No. 1 hit that would find lasting popularity as a college football anthem.
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1966, Red Sovine Hit No. 1 With This Heartfelt Ode to the American Truck Driver

Red Sovine hit No. 1 on Jan. 18, 1966, with "Giddyup Go," the first of a string of truck-driving hits for the artist.
NPR

Big Thief’s Buck Meek, Joji and more of the week's best songs

NPR's classical critic Tom Huizenga joins host Robin Hilton for our first spin of the best songs we're hearing in 2026, including new ones from Big Thief's Buck Meek, the genre-hopping artist Joji, ...