American Songwriter

Merle Haggard Was Reduced to Tears When His Then-Wife Shared a “Personal Statement” to Him Through Song

The original songwriter of the No. 1 Merle Haggard hit, "You Take Me For Granted", brought the country star to tears.
Henrico Citizen

Obituary - James Harvey Pierce

James Harvey Pierce left this world on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the young age of 91. He was born in Sunbury, NC on August 4, 1934. He was preceded in death by his mother Mozelle Rountree Pierce, ...
American Songwriter

I Tried To Explain Classic Country to My Pop-Only Friend—These 4 Songs Finally Won Them Over

The right songs can open someone's mind to a new musical world. These songs introduced my pal to classic country music.

‘Hoppers’ Near $60M WW Second Weekend, ‘Reminders Of Him’ Kisses $28M+ WW, ‘Scream 7’ Best In Franchise, ‘Hamnet’ Beams $100M+ – Global Box Office

Before Universal’s Super Mario Galaxy Movie conquers every country in the world, it’s all about Disney Pixar’s original ...