Author Archives: GoldMark

Biggest First-Week Sales for Hip-Hop Projects Over the Last Year

What a difference a year makes. From the sounds that captivated rap fans to the trends that took over, hip-hop has offered many hits in different ways over the last 365 days. That motion translated heavily on the charts. There’s stiff competition when the game’s biggest rappers go up against leading pop and country stars […]

Dave Navarro Got High To Fight Bandmate

In Lollapalooza: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock’s Wildest Festival DAVE NAVARRO recalls being ON DRUGS while fighting JANE’S ADDICTION frontman PERRY FARRELL. Jane’s Addiction have had a fair amount of drama throughout their long music career, with the latest dramatic moment coming in the form of an onstage fight between […]

10 Famous Singers from Tennessee

Tennessee isn’t just the birthplace of country music—it’s a powerhouse of musical legends who have shaped rock, soul, blues, and pop across generations. From the electrifying stage presence of Elvis Presley to the soul-stirring vocals of Aretha Franklin, this state has given the world some of the most influential and unforgettable voices in history. Nashville, […]

Playboi Carti’s ‘Music’ Debuts At No. 1 On ‘Billboard’ 200

Playboi Carti’s Music was one of the year’s most anticipated albums. (It’s been one of the most anticipated albums of the year for the past few years, really.) So, here’s the non-surprising news: On the new Billboard 200 chart dated March 26, Music debuted in the No. 1 spot. Billboard reports that per Luminate, the […]

Elton John Names the ‘Worst Thing That Can Happen’ to a New Act

Elton John has enjoyed a career spanning more than 60 years, and he’s learned many lessons along the way. During a conversation with Rolling Stone UK, the legendary singer shared some of his wisdom, advising new artists to “keep trying to play live” as much as they can. “That’s the way you improve as a […]

10 Best Kelly Clarkson Songs of All Time

From powerhouse ballads to chart-topping anthems, Kelly Clarkson’s music has left an indelible mark on the world of pop and beyond. Ever since she captured our hearts as the first-ever winner of American Idol in 2002, Kelly has continued to prove why she’s one of the most celebrated artists of her generation. With her soulful […]