American Songwriter

3 Rock Songs From 1982 That Proved MTV Wasn’t a Gimmick

These three music videos from 1982 helped to prove MTV's staying power and influence in the visuals of many artists.

The Hip-Hop Trailblazer Who Demanded Recognition — and Pay — for Her Work

Funk You Up” had a playful chorus that mimicked a game of musical chairs: “Get up, get up, get up, get up, get up, get up, ...