How 'Gentle on My Mind' Made Glen Campbell a Television Icon

After recording a Grammy-winning hit in 1967, Glen Campbell turned the tune into the theme song of his TV stardom.

How Willie Nelson's 'Always on My Mind' Became a Country Classic After Brenda Lee's Influence

A legendary singer’s little-known connection to one of Willie Nelson’s biggest hits is resurfacing decades later.
The Cheat Sheet

Why ‘Always on My Mind’ Was Included on CMT’s 500 Greatest Country Songs

Willie Nelson is known for songs like “On the Road Again” and “Beer For My Horses.” His song “Always on My Mind” was recorded by other country artists, becoming a favorite of Nelson fans. Here’s what ...
American Songwriter

4 Inspired 80s Hit Covers of Songs That Elvis Presley Made Famous Years Earlier

The music of Elvis Presley still exerted influence in the 80s. These four hit covers of Elvis classics memorably ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1982, Willie Nelson Was at No. 1 With a Song Merle Haggard Almost Appeared On

Forty-four years ago today, Wille Nelson was on a two-week run at No. 1 with a song that almost featured Merle Haggard.
Austin American-Statesman

Willie Nelson's 'Always On My Mind' and other Austin love songs to score Valentine's Day

Austin is a city saturated with love, blessed with generations of artists able to translate that into song. Valentine’s Day is a perfect time to reflect on some of the quintessential love songs that ...
USA Today

Masters golf ad prompts outrage over Noah Kahan's 'Georgia on My Mind' cover: Here's why

A new ESPN promotional video for the 2025 Masters meant to boost excitement for the golf tournament has instead created outrage over its music choice. While the Ray Charles classic tune "Georgia on My ...