California Love by 2Pac is a classic West Coast hip hop anthem. Explore similar songs, artists, and its lasting impact.

The Eagles were a household name when they released their fifth studio album, Hotel California, in December 1976. The Los Angeles-based rock band had already produced three No. 1 hits, including "New ...

The ever-evolving playlist includes about 20 new tracks recommended by readers. By Soumya Karlamangla A road trip along the length of our state, from the sun-baked beaches of San Diego to the lush ...

What begins as a smooth California rock song slowly reveals itself as something far stranger and more unsettling. Inspired by ...

The German-based social media stars turned boy band, Elevator Boys, recently released a new single inspired by their love of the Golden State. "California," which is now available to stream on all ...

Whether you're a California native, a transplant, or simply dream of living there, the world of music offers no shortage of tunes written in tribute to the Golden State. These songs span a wide range ...

Our playlist dedicated to the Golden State continues to grow. By Soumya Karlamangla For several months now, we’ve been regularly adding songs to our California playlist, and the eclectic collection ...

It can’t be easy to sum up Southern California in a song. But that hasn’t stopped songwriters from trying to make sense of the West Coast scene in just a few minutes’ time. Naturally, some of the best ...

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. ‘Volume Two’ comes with its own love letter to California in ‘Home,’ a ...