Harmonies In Music

10/10/2026

"How well do you know Pink Floyd: the legendary gear, the iconic songs, and the guitarists who lent them an occasional hand along the way?"

How well do you know Pink Floyd: the legendary gear, the iconic songs, and the guitarists who lent them an occasional hand along the way? Test your knowledge in our quiz

10/08/2026

Dolly Parton’s rich musicality, joyful demeanor, and keen business sense fueled an illustrious career in entertainment that spanned 60 years. Ever-sparkling, ever-melodic, the singer-songwriter and actress went from performing barefoot for her siblings on the porch of their cabin in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee to creating chart-topping records in country and pop that earned her millions. She was loved for her upbeat and genuine songs, her hallmark feminine and bedazzled style, and her quick wit, big smile, and down-to-earth charm.

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Dolly Parton’s rich musicality, joyful demeanor, and keen business sense fueled an illustrious career in entertainment that spanned 60 years. Ever-sparkling, ever-melodic, the singer-songwriter and actress went from performing barefoot for her siblings on the porch of their cabin in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee to creating chart-topping records in country and pop that earned her millions. She was loved for her upbeat and genuine songs, her hallmark feminine and bedazzled style, and her quick wit, big smile, and down-to-earth charm.

Music was in her family roots, especially on her mother’s side. Her mother, Avie Lee Parton, sang, played guitar, and encouraged her daughter’s talents. Byy age 10, Parton was writing and singing guitar songs on the radio and television. After she debuted at the Grand Ole Opry at age 13, her star quickly rose, and by the 1970s, she had scored several No. 1 country hits, including “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You” (which Whitney Houston later covered to great acclaim).

Parton’s deft songwriting and unique voice still appeal to fans of both country and pop music. Her song “9 to 5,” the title track from her 1980 film debut, was a No. 1 pop hit. She went on to act in several other movies; launch her own theme park, Dollywood; and partner with musical greats like EmmyLou Harris and Alison Krauss on award-winning albums. Her work has been widely recognized and commended, earning her Grammy Awards, Kennedy Center Honors, and a spot in the Country Music Hall of Fame.

From her earliest recordings, Parton was careful to maintain publishing rights to her songs, a decision that secured her fortune and enabled her to give back. She was an active philanthropist for years, funding literacy programs, medicine, and other causes.

10/06/2026

"Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero” bounds in at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming her 16th career leader."

Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero” zooms in at No. 1 on the Hot 100, where it’s her 16th career leader.

10/04/2026

"Stevie Wonder has expanded the scope of what was already the most epic studio album in his catalogue, 1976’s Songs in the Key of Life."

Previously unreleased material comes as Wonder marks 50th anniversary of album with arena tour

10/01/2026

"The Moon Man still has some life. CBS’ and MTV‘s coverage of the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards averaged a combined 8.43 million viewers on Sunday night, according to Nielsen Live+same day fast nationals."

CBS and MTV VMAs ratings bring in combined 8.4 million viewers, making it the most-watched since 2015 and up 51% from last year.

09/30/2026

"Taylor Swift, Madonna and more A-listers brought star power to the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night."

A day after Sunday's show, Toffler also weighs in on the show's big ratings and that football delay.

09/30/2026

"Pearl Jam have clarified their drummer situation after playing their first shows since the departure of Matt Cameron this past weekend."

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They played with Paul McCartney's drummer.

09/30/2026

"Sequels are common in most every storytelling medium, like books and movies. It's rare in music, where rock stars introduce indelible and unforgettable characters, only for the artists who made them to come back years later and tell the world what happened next in the form of a sequel song."

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Some major rock stars brought the complex stories introduced in their biggest hits to a conclusion (or at least added new chapters) in these musical sequels.

09/29/2026

"Nearly five decades after its release, Debby Boone's "You Light Up My Life" still holds a place in the conversation around classic 70s soft rock."

Debby Boone’s signature 1977 song has a surprising story involving an original singer and a record-breaking chart run.

09/29/2026

"In 1977, Rita Coolidge, also known as the Delta Lady, released the soft rock classic "We're All Alone," which remains one of the most enduring songs of the era."

Nicknamed “The Delta Lady,” Rita Coolidge turned “We’re All Alone” into a timeless 1977 soft rock classic that still resonates today.