The playlist includes 19 new tracks recommended by readers. By Soumya Karlamangla The Red Hot Chili Peppers performing at the 2022 MTV V.M.A.s in New Jersey, a state ...

“Music for me back then was an escape from my typically dysfunctional family,” Carlisle says. “In fact, my escape was going to my best friend's house, Christina. Her mom worked and she was a latchkey ...

The Democratic National Convention ceremonial roll call set celebrated both national and state pride through music. As Democrat delegates announced their votes for Vice President Kamala Harris, record ...

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 ...

Katy Perry‘s decision to ask Snoop Dogg to perform a guest verse on her song “California Gurls” was great. Snoop Dogg’s actual verse on the song was terrible. While he’s worked with artists from many ...

California is a state that’s ripe for inspiration, and some iconic bands have taken note in their songs about the West Coast state. Over the course of their careers, Weezer, The Beach Boys, and The ...

Katy Perry doesn’t take herself too seriously, and fans love her all the more for it. In a clip posted via Instagram on Sunday, April 21, the singer, 39, was asked if she “knows this song” as the ...

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 ...

"It was sort of bittersweet recording some of these songs. It brought back a lot of memories, singing these songs that I used to listen to as a young girl," muses Belinda Carlisle. The eldest of seven ...