But he also kept the house open to young American singers.
Other American singers would record the song throughout the 1970s and early 1980s.
Guests included almost every popular American singer of the 1950s.
Ever since, the foundation has provided essential support to young American singers.
The American singer was feeling a real, deep, violent hunger.
"There are plenty of good American singers now," he said.
The top 20 radio hits invariably include 15 American singers.
Its prize is $25,000, given annually to an American singer.
"I especially enjoyed the contact with American singers, but a new regime should have a chance to make its own plans."
Her style was partially inspired by American singers of the 1950s.