American Songwriter

On This Day in 1975, John Denver Was “Back Home Again” Atop the Country Charts Featuring a Title Track Famously Penned in an Airport Lounge

This hit-filled record signified, arguably, the peak of John Denver's career. Revisit the making and success of 'Back Home Again' below.
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

John Denver was having a very good day on December 23, 1974, considering the explosive success of his album 'Back Home Again'.