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What is the House of the Rising Sun?

House of the Rising Sun” is one of the most recorded songs in music history, yet its origins and meaning remain a mystery. This video traces the song from its Appalachian folk roots to its legendary ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1964, a British Band Turned a Traditional American Song Into the First Folk Rock No. 1–Inspiring Bob Dylan To Go Electric

On this day (September 5) in 1964, The Animals topped the Billboard Hot 100 with “House of the Rising Sun.” The song, an arrangement of a traditional American folk song, occupied the top spot for ...
American Songwriter

Thunderstorm Artis Wows With “House of the Rising Sun” Performance on ‘American Idol’

Thunderstorm Artis is wowing the judges once again. During the April 28 episode of American Idol, the singer perfectly performed “House of the Rising Sun” for the live crowd. As the theme of the night ...