John Denver’s Most Beloved Ballad Flopped—Until a 1973 Tearjerker TV Film Made It a Hit

The song reached the top of the charts after the song and others in Denver's catalog were featured in a made-for-TV movie.
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1973, John Denver Turned an Underperforming B-Side Into a Massive Hit—Proving That the Third Time’s a Charm

Fifty-two years ago today, John Denver released a song that would go on to be his first major hit on multiple charts.
LAist

Drema Ellen Slack, 85: John Denver's 'Sunshine On My Shoulders'

More than 600,000 people have died in the U.S. from COVID-19 since the pandemic hit this country and the world just over a year ago. NPR is remembering some of those who lost their lives by listening ...
American Songwriter

3 Hit Tracks That Knocked Your Favorite Song From the No. 1 Spot Back in 1974

These three hit tracks knocked other hit tracks from the No. 1 spot in 1974. Any of these tunes might just be your favorites.
Islands on MSN

Colorado's Captivating Rocky Mountain Gem Is A Musical Sanctuary With Winding Streams, Wetlands, And A Garden

If you're a fan of '70s singer-songwriters, or if you just enjoy the great outdoors, this peaceful park and garden in ...
The Gazette

Sunshine on a brewery makes John Denver

What started as a simple tribute concert has grown into one of Monument’s most cherished traditions. A reminder of the power of music to bring people together. This year marked the 13th performance of ...
The Gazette

Sunshine on a brewery makes John Denver

For years, Cowboy Brad has drawn a crowd to this town. This year marked the 13th performance of John Denver tribute artist Brad Fitch, along with his band Cowboy Brad and the TropiCowboys, at Pikes ...