American Songwriter

3 of the Most Heartbreaking Songs by Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd’s music is often defined by big concepts. But at the heart of the band's complexity is something more innate: human connection.

John Lewis advert 2025 LIVE: Viewers divided as they brand ad 'depressing and dull'

John Lewis has kickstarted the countdown to Christmas with the unveiling of their highly-anticipated 2025 advert ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1953, This Country Duo Went No. 1 With a Heartbreaking Song Two Months After One of Them Died

This No. 1 country hit from 1953 became all the more heartbreaking after tragedy struck days after its release.

Seven albums to listen to during a breakup – from Lily Allen to Marvin Gaye

Most notably, the songs Dreams, Go Your Own Way, and the B-side Silver Springs detail the relationship breakdown between ...

Madonna’s Most Controversial Song Was Banned on MTV — and Became One of Her Most Iconic Hits

Madonna’s Justify My Love shocked MTV with its ban in 1990, but fans propelled it to #1, cementing her status as pop’s most daring icon.