The concept of the “greatest hits” record is a surprisingly new invention. The world’s first greatest hits compilation was released on this day, March 15, 1958, by pop and jazz artist Johnny Mathis.

More than five decades after releasing some of his biggest songs, John Denver is still showing up on the country music charts ...

The late legend is still leaving his mark on the country music charts.

Even after decades in the spotlight, Eminem remains one of the most popular hip-hop artists of all time. Interest in everything he does remains incredibly high, and as he continues to release new ...

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More than 50 years after dominating radio, Neil Diamond is climbing the Billboard charts once again.

A top album of the 1990s is charting again almost 30 years after its initial release. This week, John Mellencamp's The Best ...

Consider the compilation album: Their primary purpose, of course, is to collect an artist's most critically and commercially successful songs from years gone by. In this way, they simultaneously offer ...

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Out with another greatest hits collection, '(The Best & Test Of)' will leave New Order fans asking why all the bother? Read ...