The 1990s just might be the definitive era of sad country music. Legends like Garth Brooks, George Strait and Alan Jackson were at the top of their game during that decade, and young bucks — like an ...

I love sad songs. Whether or not I am, in fact, sad in that moment, melancholy music has always struck a chord with me. Most of my all-time favorite records are late night, punch drunk confessionals: ...

Taylor Swift has perfected the art of the breakup song, from early hits like "Should've Said No" to recent ballads like "Loml ...

Some people listen to classic rock songs to feel the machismo. However, the best classic rock acts, from The Beatles to U2, know how to make you cry as well. Here are five songs that find the beauty ...

The official start of the summer season is just around the corner, and nothing goes together quite as well as country music and summer songs. Country has plenty of fun, upbeat summer songs that ...

Is Christmas really the saddest day of the year? There’s a whole history of holiday music that explores what it’s like to be down-and-out during the season. Are you mourning absent family members?

The holiday season is supposed to be a time of joy, unity and general well wishes. But let's face it: for most people it's impossible to be merry and bright 100 percent of the time. For as happy of a ...

This article is authored by Tara Venkatesan, honorary fellow, School of Advanced Studies, University of London.

Taylor Swift has released her 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl”, on October 3, making fans go gaga over her new ...

Ryan is a lifestyle and culture journalist born and raised in the Philippines. He primarily covers film, television, music, and all things pop culture. Beyond writing, you can find him buried in ...