Eric Alper
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Freelance Music Publicist, SiriusXM Host, Shameless Idealist, I talk about music in the media. [email protected]
Prince’s “Purple Rain” becomes a bestseller in the U.K. after its feature on *Strictly Come Dancing*, debuting at #47 on the Official Singles Sales chart and reaching a new peak of #43 on the Singles Downloads chart.
November 10, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Prince’s “Purple Rain” becomes a bestseller in the U.K. after its feature on *Strictly Come Dancing*, debuting at #47 on the Official Singles Sales chart and reaching a new peak of #43 on the Singles Downloads chart.
Doja Cat’s “Woman” has surpassed 2 billion streams on Spotify. The Afrobeats-infused hit from ‘Planet Her’ celebrated divine femininity and climbed to #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 after nearly a year on the charts.
November 10, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Doja Cat’s “Woman” has surpassed 2 billion streams on Spotify. The Afrobeats-infused hit from ‘Planet Her’ celebrated divine femininity and climbed to #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 after nearly a year on the charts.
On this day in 1984, Frankie Goes To Hollywood hit #1 on the U.K. album chart with their debut 'Welcome To The Pleasure Dome.' Over a million pre-orders, all synths and swagger — pure '80s excess at its finest.
November 10, 2025 at 8:45 PM
On this day in 1984, Frankie Goes To Hollywood hit #1 on the U.K. album chart with their debut 'Welcome To The Pleasure Dome.' Over a million pre-orders, all synths and swagger — pure '80s excess at its finest.
Britney Spears earns a new Billboard hit with “I Wanna Go (John Summit Remix),” debuting at #22 on the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart. It marks her 11th career entry and first time the 2011 single appears on that tally.
November 10, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Britney Spears earns a new Billboard hit with “I Wanna Go (John Summit Remix),” debuting at #22 on the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart. It marks her 11th career entry and first time the 2011 single appears on that tally.
On this day in 1969, Sesame Street debuted on public television and changed the landscape of educational TV forever. A street where letters, laughter, and learning live together — and where childhood still feels right at home.
November 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM
On this day in 1969, Sesame Street debuted on public television and changed the landscape of educational TV forever. A street where letters, laughter, and learning live together — and where childhood still feels right at home.
On this day in 1983, Billy Idol unleashed the electric energy of rock and roll with his 'Rebel Yell' album. All sneers, riffs, and fist pumps — a neon-soaked soundtrack for every midnight howl.
November 10, 2025 at 7:30 PM
On this day in 1983, Billy Idol unleashed the electric energy of rock and roll with his 'Rebel Yell' album. All sneers, riffs, and fist pumps — a neon-soaked soundtrack for every midnight howl.
AC/DC scores a major chart comeback as “Highway to Hell,” “You Shook Me All Night Long,” and “Thunderstruck” all reenter Billboard’s Hard Rock Streaming Songs chart, with “Thunderstruck” holding strong at #4 after 283 weeks.
November 10, 2025 at 7:25 PM
AC/DC scores a major chart comeback as “Highway to Hell,” “You Shook Me All Night Long,” and “Thunderstruck” all reenter Billboard’s Hard Rock Streaming Songs chart, with “Thunderstruck” holding strong at #4 after 283 weeks.
On this day in 1978, Rod Stewart released "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" — the disco anthem that strutted to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Even cooler? Rod donated every royalty to UNICEF.
November 10, 2025 at 7:15 PM
On this day in 1978, Rod Stewart released "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" — the disco anthem that strutted to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Even cooler? Rod donated every royalty to UNICEF.
AC/DC’s “Back in Black” has surpassed 2 billion streams on Spotify. The hard rock anthem, written as a tribute to Bon Scott, remains one of the most iconic and enduring guitar-driven songs in music history.
November 10, 2025 at 7:10 PM
AC/DC’s “Back in Black” has surpassed 2 billion streams on Spotify. The hard rock anthem, written as a tribute to Bon Scott, remains one of the most iconic and enduring guitar-driven songs in music history.
On this day in 1973, Elton John's 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' hit #1 on the Billboard 200. A double album, a glitter dream, and a rocket ride through pop, rock, and heartbreak.
November 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
On this day in 1973, Elton John's 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' hit #1 on the Billboard 200. A double album, a glitter dream, and a rocket ride through pop, rock, and heartbreak.
Eminem and Rihanna’s “Love the Way You Lie” has surpassed 2 billion streams on Spotify. The 2010 hip-hop ballad from ‘Recovery’ became a global hit, pairing raw emotion with one of the most powerful choruses of the decade.
November 10, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Eminem and Rihanna’s “Love the Way You Lie” has surpassed 2 billion streams on Spotify. The 2010 hip-hop ballad from ‘Recovery’ became a global hit, pairing raw emotion with one of the most powerful choruses of the decade.
On this day in 2014, Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars dropped "Uptown Funk" — a funk-pop masterpiece that ruled the world, topped charts, and made everyone shout “Don’t believe me, just watch!”
November 10, 2025 at 6:40 PM
On this day in 2014, Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars dropped "Uptown Funk" — a funk-pop masterpiece that ruled the world, topped charts, and made everyone shout “Don’t believe me, just watch!”
Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia” spends a 4th week at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, bringing her to 40 total weeks atop the chart — surpassing Bruno Mars and Michael Jackson for the 8th-most in history.
November 10, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia” spends a 4th week at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, bringing her to 40 total weeks atop the chart — surpassing Bruno Mars and Michael Jackson for the 8th-most in history.
45 years ago today (TODAY!), Neil Diamond released 'The Jazz Singer' soundtrack — home to “Love on the Rocks,” “Hello Again,” and “America.” The movie didn't do so well, but the music soared, becoming his biggest-selling album.
November 10, 2025 at 6:20 PM
45 years ago today (TODAY!), Neil Diamond released 'The Jazz Singer' soundtrack — home to “Love on the Rocks,” “Hello Again,” and “America.” The movie didn't do so well, but the music soared, becoming his biggest-selling album.
Isn't it time we start considering Animal on those Best Drummers of All Time lists?
November 10, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Isn't it time we start considering Animal on those Best Drummers of All Time lists?
On this day in 1967, Cream released 'Disraeli Gears' — the psychedelic blues masterpiece featuring “Sunshine of Your Love” and “Strange Brew.” Clapton, Bruce, and Baker at their most electric and eternal.
November 10, 2025 at 6:10 PM
On this day in 1967, Cream released 'Disraeli Gears' — the psychedelic blues masterpiece featuring “Sunshine of Your Love” and “Strange Brew.” Clapton, Bruce, and Baker at their most electric and eternal.
On this day in 2017, Taylor Swift released 'Reputation' — a bold reinvention packed with synth-pop power, sharp edges, and unforgettable hooks. Eight years later, the snakes still slither and the beats still hit.
November 10, 2025 at 5:50 PM
On this day in 2017, Taylor Swift released 'Reputation' — a bold reinvention packed with synth-pop power, sharp edges, and unforgettable hooks. Eight years later, the snakes still slither and the beats still hit.