The Measure of a Hit: The Billboard Hot 100 and the Making of American Music

This book tells the story of American popular music charts, from their earliest origins through the era of multiple charts and the Honor Roll of Hits. It follows the birth of the Top 100 and the Hot 100, then explores how chart methods have changed over time and the cultural impact of ranking songs. A fascinating read for music fans, record collectors and anyone curious about how a hit is measured. 192 pages.