Observed on January 4, Pop Music Chart Day celebrates the chart-topping songs that dominate airwaves, define eras, and reflect changing musical tastes — from early radio hits to today’s streaming sensations.
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Celebrate National Saxophone Day: Honoring Adolphe Sax and His Iconic Invention
November 6th is National Saxophone Day, a vibrant celebration of the saxophone and its inventor, Adolphe Sax. From jazz to classical music, the saxophone’s soulful sound continues to inspire musicians worldwide.
National Merri Music Day 2025: Celebrating 75 Years of Merritone’s Legacy and Global Sound-System Culture
National Merri Music Day, officially designated on October 25, 2022, honours the legacy of Jamaica’s pioneering Merritone Music sound system, founded by Valentine “Val” Blake in Morant Bay, St. Thomas. Celebrated annually on Blake’s birthday, the day recognises the profound influence of Jamaican sound-system culture on global music traditions. In 2025, the observance marks Merritone’s 75th anniversary under the theme “75 Years of Sound – Honouring the Past, Amplifying the Future.”
“Prince of Darkness” Laid to Rest: Thousands Mourn Ozzy Osbourne in Hometown Birmingham
Heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne was laid to rest on July 31, 2025, in a moving public procession through Birmingham, the city where his journey began. Thousands of fans lined the streets to bid farewell to the Black Sabbath frontman, whose impact on music and culture reshaped rock history.
Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Tour Makes History as Highest-Grossing Country Tour Ever
Beyoncé has officially redefined country music history with her Cowboy Carter tour, grossing over $400 million and becoming the highest-grossing country tour of all time. The singer also made history as the highest-grossing Black and R&B artist ever, according to Live Nation.
