American Songwriter

On This Day in 1974, John Denver Was ‘Back Home Again’ Atop the Charts (With His Then-Wife)

In 1974, John Denver was already a successful singer-songwriter. Adored for his signature wire-rimmed glasses, boyish grin, and crystal-clear tenor, Denver had made waves with hits like “Take Me Home, ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1974, One of Country’s Most Memorable Singer-Songwriters Hit No. 1 With an Album That Sold Over 3 Million Copies

Back Home Again was John Denver’s first No. 1 hit album on the Billboard 200 and the Top Country Albums chart. The record also hit the Top 10 in Australia, the UK, and the Netherlands. So, what makes ...
PBS

Back Home Again: A Tribute to John Denver

50th anniversary celebration concert of Back Home Again recorded at 2024 AMERICANAFEST. 50th anniversary celebration of Back Home Again features covers of and emotional tributes to Denver’s beloved ...