Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts.

The ancient Greek philosopher Plato is often quoted as saying, “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight ...

Experience the magic of Billy Joel and Elton John's music as Nick Davies and his father, Terry, bring their Piano Men ...

The 250 greatest songs of the 21st century so far -- from all over the musical map and every corner of the globe ...

The list features a global array of songs, including tracks from France, Puerto Rico, and Spain, spanning genres from ...

The song itself topped charts in 1989 when it debuted off of his album Storm Front. The song was birthed out of a personal ...

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jasmine ...

The 170+ Record Store Day Black Friday 2025 releases include vinyl from Billie Eiilish, Chappell Roan, Bob Dylan and the ...

Coverage of IBMA World of Bluegrass is supported by Chattanooga Brewing Company, open daily at 730 Chestnut Street in the West Village. Craig Havighurst of WMOT, the public radio station in Middle ...

Two days after giving a candid and rapturously received keynote speech at the International Bluegrass Music Association’s 2025 convention, Billy Strings won his fourth Entertainer of the Year at the ...

Alexa Ray Joel shared an update on her father Billy Joel’s health as the legendary singer battles a brain disorder. Billy, 76, announced that he had been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus ...