American Songwriter

5 Times a Hit Country Song Made a Completely Non-Musical Phrase Work

These non-musical phrases somehow found a way to work inside of these iconic country hits. Pick you up a five-dollar word or ...

5 things to know about Kentucky native, country singer Chris Stapleton

Chris Stapleton, a Kentucky native, has become one of country music's most celebrated artists. Here are five facts about the Grammy Award winner.
American Songwriter

On the Charts in 1953, a Late Hank Williams Was at No. 1 With Country Music’s First Divorce Anthem

On April 11, 1953, the late Hank Williams topped the country music charts with "Your Cheatin' Heart", one of his signature ...

Music Review: Make way for Ella Langley’s ‘Dandelion,’ a new era of old-soul country

Ella Langley has become a standout in modern country music by embracing classic sounds. Her 2024 hit “You Look Like You Love ...

Jacob Hackworth Gets a ‘Long’ Look With His MCA Debut: ‘There Was Something in the Room That Day’

Billboard's Makin' Tracks column looks at the writing and recording behind Jacob Hackworth's "What Took You So Long." ...