American Songwriter

On This Day in 1973, Charlie Rich Was at No. 1 With an Album Whose Title Track Has Been Covered by Diana Ross and Loretta Lynn

Initially dismissed as “too jazzy,” Charlie Rich hit his stride in the ’70s. The “Silver Fox” racked up multiple accolades with his unique fusion of country, jazz, and blues, finding success in both ...
American Songwriter

On the Charts 52 Years Ago, Charlie Rich Was Back at No. 1 With an Album Featuring Songs Written by His Wife and Teenage Son

Fifty-two years ago today (March 23), Charlie Rich was back at No. 1 with his smash hit album Behind Closed Doors. Between the summer of 1963 and the autumn of 1964, the LP spent 21 weeks at No. 1 on ...