This Day in Top 40 History: January 22

On January 22, 1959, Buddy Holly recorded his final songs in his New York City apartment, performing with only his guitar and a tape recorder. Among those recordings were “Peggy Sue Got Married” and “That Makes It Tough.” The very…

This Day in Top 40 History: January 21

On January 21, 2025, Coldplay brought their Music of the Spheres World Tour to Mumbai, India, performing at the DY Patil Stadium. The band played fan favorites from their 2021 album Music of the Spheres, which reached the Top Five…

This Day in Top 40 History: January 21

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January 20 has delivered some truly memorable moments in Top 40 music history, blending iconic performances with major career milestones. On January 20, 2021, Lady Gaga brought the crowd to its feet with a powerful performance of the U.S. National…

This Day in Top 40 History : January 19

January 19 holds a unique place in music history, marked by historic events, landmark album releases, unforgettable performances, and the loss of influential artists. A Historic Night Before a Presidential Inauguration On January 19, 1961—the night before John F. Kennedy’s…

Q1075 House Of Prom

The Q1075 House of Prom Is BACK 💖 For some girls, prom is something they’ve been dreaming about for years.The dress. The photos. The feeling of walking into the room and finally feeling seen. But for too many, that dream…

This Day in Top 40 History: January 16

Iconic Moments That Shaped Music January 16 has delivered some unforgettable moments in rock history. From chart-topping solo hits to record-breaking concerts and landmark album releases, this day has played a significant role in shaping popular music. Here’s a look…

This Day in Top 40 History: January 15

🎶 Iconic Music Moments January 15 has delivered some unforgettable moments in Top 40 music history. From chart-topping hits to legendary performances and impactful album releases, this date has left a lasting mark on pop culture. See some standout events…

This Day in Top 40 History: January 13

On January 13, 2017, Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee released “Despacito,” a song that would become a global phenomenon. The track dominated Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart for 35 weeks. When Justin Bieber joined for the remix, it exploded in…

This Day in Top 40 History: January 12

1957 — Elvis Presley Records a HitOn January 12, 1957, Elvis Presley recorded a track at Hollywood’s Radio Recorders that would top the Billboard Hot 100 for eight weeks and become his first No. 1 U.K. single. Sadly, on the…

This Day in Top 40 History: January 8

January 8 has left a lasting imprint on music history, marking career-defining releases, legendary birthdays, unforgettable performances, and major industry moments. Olivia Rodrigo’s Breakthrough (2021) On January 8, 2021, Olivia Rodrigo released her debut single “drivers license,” the lead single…

This Day in Top 40 History : January 7

🎶 On This Day: January 7, 2012 On January 7, 2012, Beyoncé and Jay-Z welcomed their first child, Blue Ivy Carter, in New York City. The birth came nearly four years after the couple’s private Manhattan wedding. That same year,…

Katy Perry Wins $2 Million in Legal Battle

Katy Perry Awarded $1.94 Million in Long-Running Mansion Dispute Katy Perry has been awarded $1.94 million (£1.44 million) following a court ruling that brings an end to her more than five-year legal battle with Texas businessman Carl Wescott. The dispute…

This Day in Top 40 History: January 5

🎶 January 5 in Music History January 5 has marked several notable moments in modern music history, from major chart debuts to memorable industry milestones. 🎤 Chart-Topping Releases On January 5, 2018, Liam Payne, formerly of One Direction, teamed up…

This Day in Top 40 History: December 22

🎶 Born on December 22 Meghan Trainor (1993) Meghan Trainor was born on December 22, 1993, in Nantucket, Massachusetts, to parents Gary and Kelli Trainor. She showed musical talent early, beginning to sing at her local church at just six…

This Day In Top 40 History: December 11

Taylor Swift Drops evermore (2020) On December 11, 2020, Taylor Swift shocked the music world with the surprise release of her ninth studio album, evermore. Arriving just five months after folklore, the album continued her pivot into indie-folk storytelling.evermore quickly…