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A Hot 100 Coincidence? Or a Chart Geek’s Dream? Titles Tell Stories on This Week’s Chart
(January 8, 2025). As soon as I reviewed this week’s Billboard Hot 100 and spotted “I Never Lie” nestled back-to-back with a song called “Liar,” I knew we were in…
Lady Gaga joins Michael and Janet Jackson as the only artists to accomplish this rare feat
(January 7, 2025). In fact, I didn’t know Michael and Janet had been the sole owners of this unique chart accomplishment until Monday (Jan 6) when the announcement of Gaga’s…
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: 10 Artists Who Can Thank One Body of Work for Their Entry
(January 4, 2025). Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is one of music’s highest honors, a recognition of artistry, influence, and impact on the music’s history. But…
‘Never Too Much,’ But Not Enough: CNN’s Luther Vandross Documentary Hits the Right Notes—Mostly
(January 2, 2025). CNN’s long-awaited Luther Vandross documentary, Never Too Much, debuted on New Year’s Day, just months before the 20th anniversary of Vandross’ passing. Known for his silky tenor-baritone…
Soundtrack of Loss: How John Amos’ Iconic Role as James Evans, Sr. Was Immortalized Through Music
(December 31, 2024). We lost one of our greatest actors — John Amos — in 2024. It was in October that we learned of his passing two months earlier (of…