How Kim Wilde's 'Kids in America' Became an Iconic '80s Anthem Without Topping Charts

Not only does it remain a defining ‘80s anthem, but it was also a global teen anthem as Wilde, who had never visited America ...
Time

25 Songs That Define America Now

We asked 25 people to tell us about a song that captures the sound of the present, speaks to where American culture is going, or otherwise evokes this moment in time. Here are their answers, including ...
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50 iconic songs for 50 states of America | Part 2

From Big Sky Country to the Cowboy State, every corner of America has a song that speaks to its soul. Join us as we explore the iconic tracks that best capture the spirit of each U.S. state, featuring ...
The New York Times

The Taylor Swift Interview

The New York Times reporter Joe Coscarelli met with Taylor Swift in Los Angeles to talk about the craft of songwriting. The New York Times Magazine polled more than 250 music insiders and gathered six ...
Eagle-Tribune

'Songs of Freedom' raise voices in celebration of America's 250th

ANDOVER — Two Andover choral groups and local historical reenactors will come together to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary for a “Songs of Freedom” concert this weekend. The Andover Choral ...
WGBH

GBH Leads “AMERICA’S AWESOME KIDS,” New PBS KIDS Series Celebrating America’s 250th

Boston, Mass. (Apr. 28, 2026) — As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, GBH Kids is proud to announce that it has produced AMERICA’S AWESOME KIDS, a new live-action short-form series ...
Us Weekly

‘American Idol’ Taylor Swift Night Songs Revealed: ‘Cardigan,’ ‘Love Story’ and More

American Idol has officially revealed the Taylor Swift songs that will be featured on the hit reality competition show’s Monday, April 27, ode to the legendary pop star. “We’re in our Top 7 era!” the ...
Tallahassee Democrat

Word of South turns to baseball, brass and 250 years of America

As America celebrates its first 250 years, the Institute of Governance & Civics at Florida State University is proud to team with the Word of South Festival of Literature and Music to bring a unique ...
NPR

'Get Happy!': Why smiling through the pain is the DNA of American songs

That magic can be found throughout the soundtrack to America's 250 year history, but with a singular expression — a persistent, optimistic energy that has powered this nation forward. The pursuit of ...
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Springsteen, Bon Jovi headline Music America shows at Monmouth U.

A two-day concert event, "Music America: The Songs that Shaped Us," will take place on June 4 and 5. The concerts will feature artists like Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi, Public Enemy, and Kenny ...
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Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi and more set for 'Music America: The Songs that Shaped Us' concerts

(L-R) Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi perform during the 2024 MusiCares Person of the Year Honoring Jon Bon Jovi during the 66th GRAMMY Awards on February 02, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.