The actual meaning of the song had nothing to do with patriotism. The misinterpretation of the song led to Sean Hannity using the tune for his radio show for several years. Sarah Palin chose the song ...

“This was another one of those songs that took a long time to tell me how it wanted to end, how it was going to end,” songwriter Gretchen Peters once said. “The chorus’s idea is what happened for me ...

Since those bombs are about to be bursting in air, here are a few songs to go along with the noise. I know that some folks will be mad because I left anything from Springsteen off the list, but go ...

Professional songwriters can sometimes churn out multiple songs in a day. Other times, it takes a little longer to finish a song, as in the case of Gretchen Peters' "Independence Day," recorded by ...

Independence day songs: Every year, as India prepares to celebrate Independence Day on August 15, 2025, the nation comes alive with tricolour decorations, patriotic parades, and the sound of the ...

Looking to build the perfect playlist for your Fourth of July celebration? You could always go the patriotic route, from Chuck Berry singing the praises of "a corner cafe where hamburgers sizzle on an ...

If you’re hosting a July 4th BBQ or cookout, the last thing you’re probably thinking about is the music. After all, you have to make sure the grill is ready to go, there’s enough food and beverages ...