# Library of Congress Picks 2026's Top Sounds

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Podcast: [Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/global-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7448525)
Published: 2026-05-14T19:54:16+00:00
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## Resource

The Library of Congress has unveiled the class of 2026 for the National Recording Registry, featuring 25 tracks and albums that have significantly shaped American sound history. The list includes Taylor Swifts 1989, Beyoncés Single Ladies, Chaka Khans I Feel for You, The Go-Gos Beauty and the Beat, Vince Gills Go Rest High on That Mountain, Ray Charles Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music, Reba McEntires Rumor Has It, and Weezers Blue Album. The selections span from Gladys Knight and the Pips classics to José Feliciano and Paul Anka singles, reflecting the diversity and cultural significance of American music. First-timers include Swift and Beyoncé, while the oldest nod goes to Spike Jones Cocktails for Two from 1944. The registry aims to preserve these timeless sounds for future generations. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6ececd4fc386177d

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