American Songwriter

The Final Song Roy Orbison Wrote Was a “Gift From God,” Later Recorded by His Children and John Carter Cash

After Orbison finished writing the song, he went into a room in his house, sat on the bed, said a prayer, and cried tears of joy.

The 50 Best Rock Bands (Full List): Staff Picks

Our writers' picks for the very best bands since rock became a permanent part of popular music. One thing is for sure every year around the time of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies — ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 2003, Country Music Said Goodbye to the Sad Poet Whose Songs Were Recorded by the Likes of Johnny Cash, Neil Young, and Patsy Cline

To date, more than 700 artists have covered “I Can’t Stop Loving You.” For instance, Ray Charles recorded a version in 1962 and took it to the top of the Hot 100. Kitty Wells released her cover in ...