Tom Breihan

About the Author

Tom Breihan is a renowned music journalist and critic whose incisive commentary has illuminated the cultural undercurrents of popular music for over two decades. With a keen eye for the absurd and the profound, Breihan has contributed to outlets like Pitchfork, Stereogum, and The Village Voice, where his reviews and essays dissect the hits, misses, and evolving narratives of the music industry. In his acclaimed book, The Number Ones: Twenty Chart-Topping Hits That Reveal the History of Pop Music, he embarks on a witty and revelatory journey through Billboard's top singles, uncovering how these chart-toppers mirror societal shifts from the 1950s to today. Breihan's work bridges the gap between pop culture trivia and serious historical analysis, making him a vital voice for anyone seeking to understand the soundtrack of modern life.