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Fred Bronson has been called "America's foremost chart journalist" by the editor of Billboard magazine. He is best known for his appearances on American Idol, the weekly "Chart Beat" column in Billboard magazine, and as the author of books related to #1 songs on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
A Heart for the Charts
Based on the Billboard charts.
Episode 2 is now up with special guest Kim Bloxdorf who reveals her late father's origin story and the rich history behind the company he founded, Record Research.
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