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

In October 1975, Neil Sedaka had one of the biggest hits of his career with the song “Bad Blood.” The pop-rock single hit No.

The 1970s were a great decade for country music. The decade saw some of the genre’s biggest stars release some of the most impactful and enduring music. 1975 may have been the best year for country ...

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last 50 years, there’s a solid chance you’ve heard Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody.” After all, it’s often regarded as one of the greatest songs of all time.

The 1970s were a great time for country music. Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Dolly Parton, and several other major artists released iconic albums and songs. Additionally, legends like John Prine and ...

1975 arrived just like any other year. But by the time the 12 months of the decade’s middle ended, popular music was moving ...