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Annie Zaleski

Annie Zaleski is a New York Times best-selling author and journalist who's written books about Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Duran Duran and Christmas songs.

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Arts & Entertainment

What Billy Joel’s Songs Say About American History

Billy Joel’s music offers a soundtrack to America’s changing landscape.

Sir Paul McCartney and Heather Mills McCartney Host the 2nd Annual Adopt-A-Minefield Benefit "Open Hearts, Clear Mines" - Stage

1960s

How The Beach Boys and the Beatles Pushed Each Other to Greatness

The competition between the two bands led to some of the most forward-looking and influential music of all time.

Arts & Entertainment

How Did ‘Sweet Caroline’ Become a Stadium Anthem?

The Red Sox aren’t the only team to use Neil Diamond's song for energizing crowds.

U.S. History

World History

Eras & Ages

Culture & Tradition

Science & Innovation

Annie Zaleski

Latest from this author

What Billy Joel’s Songs Say About American History

How The Beach Boys and the Beatles Pushed Each Other to Greatness

How Did ‘Sweet Caroline’ Become a Stadium Anthem?