Best Of has now spent 57 weeks on the Official Americana Albums chart, and it hasn't disappeared from the tally since it debuted in May 2024. Throughout that stretch of time, the release has never fallen outside the top 10. It has now earned seven stays at No. 1.
1BEST OF BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN 2 COWBOY CARTER BEYONCE 3 ZACH BRYAN
AFM president condemned Trump's remarks; defended Swift, Springsteen
Gagliardi started the statement by saying, "The American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada will not remain silent as two of our members — Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift — are singled out and personally attacked by the President of the United States ", as NewsBytes reports.
He added that both Swift and Springsteen are not just brilliant musicians but also role models and inspirations to millions.
🚨| The president of the American Federation of Musicians issued a statement in response to Trump!
“The American Federation of Musicians will not remain silent as two of our members — Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift — are singled out and personally attacked by the President… pic.twitter.com/fkfT8UH5IJ
— Taylor Swift Updates (@TSUpdating) May 16, 2025
AFM highlighted musicians' rights; defended members
Gagliardi emphasized the cultural importance of their music, saying, "Whether it's Born in the U.S.A. or the Eras Tour, their music is timeless, impactful, and has deep cultural meaning."
He added, "Musicians have the right to freedom of expression, and we stand in solidarity with all our members."
The AFM, according to its website, "negotiates fair agreements, protects ownership of recorded music, secures benefits such as health care and pension, and lobbies for musicians and the rights of workers."
While Swift is a member of her local Nashville branch, Springsteen belongs to chapters in Los Angeles and his home state of New Jersey, reported Billboard.
