American Songwriter

Avicii’s “Wake Me Up” Makes History as Highest Certified Dance Song

Five years after his death, the EDM DJ’s hit song, “Wake Me Up” has been certified diamond by the RIAA for sales of more than 10 million copies. The news comes on the song’s 10-year anniversary, as it ...
Miami New Times

Mold! Returns With New Single “Don’t Wake Me Up!”

Since moving to Miami from Peru in 2018, Carlo Barbacci has established Mold! and its energetic noise-rock sound as a staple in Miami’s music scene. What keeps Mold! rolling in the present day – ...
BroadwayWorld

MØ Shares Tribute to Avicii with 'Wake Me Up' Cover

Plus, get the best of BroadwayWorld delivered to your inbox, and unlimited access to our editorial content across the globe. MØ’s connection to Avicii dates back to 2013 with their collaboration on ...
American Songwriter

The Story Behind Wham!’s No. 1 Hit “Wake Me up Before You Go-Go” Isn’t as Romantic as You Might Think

Few songs define bubblegum pop of the 1980s quite like Wham!’s “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go.” The song’s infectious melody, ear-catching arrangements, and perfectly repeatable refrain made it an ...
Stereogum

Margo Price – “Don’t Wake Me Up” (Feat. Jesse Welles)

Last month Margo Price announced her new album Hard Headed Woman and offered the confident anthem “Don’t Let The Bastards Get You Down” as a preview. Now she's teaming up with fellow singer-songwriter ...