1973 Country Song With a Dark Holiday Past Still Became a No. 1 Hit

The track’s origins tell a much different story than its chart success suggests, adding to its fascinating legacy.

How Merle Haggard's 1973 Holiday Hit Captured Struggles of Working-Class Families

Most holiday songs celebrate joy, family and festive cheer. In 1973, Merle Haggard took a very different approach.
American Songwriter

On This Day in 2019, Nashville Bid Farewell to the Songwriter Who Penned Country Classics for Merle Haggard, Charley Pride, and Tammy Wynette

Seven years ago today, the songwriter who penned hits for some of the biggest names in country music in the 1970s died.
Us Weekly

15 Best Classic Movies on Prime Video Right Now (May 2026): ‘In the Heat of the Night’ and More

Prime Video is the prime streaming service to watch and enjoy some of the best movies around. That’s especially true in May, as the platform has added an unusually large number of films that could ...