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This Day In Top 40 History: December 2

Music History: December 2 — Britney Spears, Charlie Puth & Top 40 Milestones On December 2, 1981, Britney Spears—later crowned the “Princess of Pop”—was born. Her career skyrocketed with …Baby One More Time, ultimately earning six No. 1 albums on…

Nick Jonas announces solo album

Nick Jonas Announces New Album Sunday Best, Coming February 2026 Nick Jonas is officially returning with new solo music. On Sunday, the Jonas Brothers star announced via Instagram that he will release his fifth studio album, titled Sunday Best, on…

This Day In Top 40 History: December 1

December 1 has brought some unforgettable milestones in music, film, and culture. One of the most significant recent highlights came in 2023, when Beyoncé released Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé. The premiere took place on World AIDS Day in honor…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 21

On November 21, 2008, Madonna released “Miles Away” as the third single from her 11th studio album, Hard Candy. Produced by Justin Timberlake and Timbaland, the song had a modest start in the U.S. but charted higher overseas. It eventually…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 20

On November 20, 2007, OneRepublic released their debut album, Dreaming Out Loud. The lead single, “Apologize,”became their first entry on the Billboard Hot 100, soaring to No. 2 and cementing the group’s arrival as major pop hitmakers. Another standout track,…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 19

On November 19, 2021, Adele released her highly anticipated fourth studio album, 30—a raw, emotional reflection on divorce, growth, and motherhood. Built on powerful ballads and soul-inspired vocals, the album resonated deeply with fans worldwide. Its lead single, “Easy On…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 18

November 18 Is a Big Day in Top 40 History November 18 has brought some major shake-ups to the Top 40 landscape, starting back in 1977, when rapper Fabolous(born in Brooklyn, NY) entered the world. Rising to fame in the…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 17

November 17 is a date filled with major moments, emotional events, and chart-topping achievements across multiple decades of music history. 2023 – Tragedy at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Rio On this day in 2023, a fan, Ana Clara Benevides…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 14

On November 14, 1997, Celine Dion released her 14th album — and fifth English-language project — Let’s Talk About Love. The album featured the blockbuster ballad “My Heart Will Go On,” the love theme from Titanic, which premiered shortly after…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 13

On November 13, 2020, Harry Styles made history as the first solo male artist to appear on the cover of American Vogue. Wearing a custom Gucci dress, Styles challenged traditional ideas of masculinity and sparked a global conversation about gender…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 12

On This Day in Music: November 12 On November 12, 1983, Lionel Richie reached No. 1 on the U.S. charts with his infectious hit, “All Night Long (All Night).” The Caribbean-inspired R&B track ruled the charts for four weeks. Many…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 11

U.K. Music Hall of Fame Debuts On November 11, 2004, the first U.K. Music Hall of Fame ceremony took place at Hackney Empire in London. The inaugural class honored music legends including Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, The Beatles, Bob Marley,…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 10

November 10 in Music History On November 10, 2014, Mark Ronson released the global hit “Uptown Funk!” featuring Bruno Mars as the lead single from his 2015 album Uptown Special. The funk-pop anthem dominated the Billboard Hot 100 for 14…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 7

Two major names in pop music, Lorde and David Guetta, share a birthday on November 7, though they were born nearly three decades apart. Each artist has brought their own signature sound and creativity to modern music — Lorde with…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 5

Breakthrough Hits 1996 – Johnny Cash released his 82nd album, Unchained, featuring a powerhouse lineup including Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Flea, Marty Stuart, Lindsey Buckingham, and Mick Fleetwood. 2011 – Adele launched “Rumour Has It,” the fourth single from…

This Day In Top 40 History: November 4

On November 4, 1961, a young Bob Dylan made his headlining debut at Carnegie Chapter Hall in New York City. Over 50 people attended, including many friends who paid just $2 for tickets. Though the show was small, Dylan was…

This Day In Top 40 History: Nov. 2

On November 2, 1999, Foo Fighters released There Is Nothing Left To Lose, featuring “Learn to Fly” and introducing drummer Taylor Hawkins. Explore other major music milestones from Cream, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Lewis Capaldi, Madonna, Shakira, and more. More Milestones…

The 31 Best Halloween Songs, Ranked

Best Halloween Songs, Ranked 31. “Hocus Pocus” by Focus This energetic instrumental featuring yodeling is a fun, high-energy addition to any Halloween gathering. Its unique sound is sure to get everyone moving! 30. “In the Night” by The Weeknd With…

This Day In Top 40 History: Oct 30

Santana’s Supernatural Tops the Billboard 200 on October 30, 1999 On October 30, 1999, Santana made an unforgettable comeback when his album Supernatural hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 — his first time topping the chart in 28 years.…

This Day In Top 40 History: Oct 29

October 29 in Music History The Jonas Brothers Call It Quits (2013) On October 29, 2013, the Jonas Brothers shocked fans by announcing their breakup. The trio — Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas — had sold over 17 million albums…