Get into the sunny, beachy Christmas spirit. By Soumya Karlamangla While on a walk in San Francisco recently, I stumbled upon a full-on Christmas carnival in Golden Gate Park, replete with delighted ...

California seems to be a popular choice as a song inspiration, but which are the most popular songs about California? We searched for every California song there was and selected the most timeless ...

The ever-evolving playlist includes about 20 new tracks recommended by readers. By Soumya Karlamangla A road trip along the length of our state, from the sun-baked beaches of San Diego to the lush ...

The German-based social media stars turned boy band, Elevator Boys, recently released a new single inspired by their love of the Golden State. "California," which is now available to stream on all ...

The 1950s and ’60s ushered in the “California-cation” of pop music, with bright, optimistic tunes like the Mamas and the Papas’ “California Dreamin’” ruling the airwaves. Perhaps none made a larger ...

Whether you're a California native, a transplant, or simply dream of living there, the world of music offers no shortage of tunes written in tribute to the Golden State. These songs span a wide range ...

"Hotel California" reached No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100 in 1977. The song won a Grammy and became an iconic classic, influencing many artists. Lyrics sparked debate; Don Henley said, "It can have a ...

One of the most famous classic rock songs of the 1960s is The Beach Boys’ “California Girls.” The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson revealed how country songs inspired “California Girls.” In addition, he ...