Podcast
Music History Today Network
Your music podcast network for all things music history. The podcasts are:
The Music History Today daily podcast: a briefing on the daily history of the glorious art form known as music
Music Halls of Fame Weekly Podcast, where we celebrate a year in music and an inductee that year of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, along with examining whether a given artist of the week deserves to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Plus, we talk about another Hall of Fame, music museum, or walk of Fame, along with an inductee.
- Episodes
- 2,277
- Releases
- Daily
- Typical length
- 40 min
- On air since
- 2020
- Latest episode
- 18 hours ago
Episodes
2,277 episodes, newest first
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36 min
Whitney Houston Releases I Will Always Love You: Music History Today Podcast November 3
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for November 3. On today's show, Rage Against the Machine release their debut album, Whitney Houston releases a classic rendition of a Dolly Parton song, and the world loses Quincy Jones.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:58 What happened on this date in music history
09:12 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
11:21 Albums released on this date in music history
22:23 Singles released on this date in music history
26:23 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
30:31 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
35:29 What's on tomorrow's episode
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41 min
Baby Shark Breaks A Record, The Police Release Their Debut: Music History Today Podcast November 2
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for November 2. On today's show, The Police release their debut album, Baby Shark breaks a record, & a near riot breaks out at a Fats Domino concert.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:54 What happened on this date in music history
06:58 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
09:07 Albums released on this date in music history
22:05 Singles released on this date in music history
26:59 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
32:24 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
40:02 What's on tomorrow's episode
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47 min
Takeoff of Migos Passes Away, Nirvana Releases Iconic Album: Music History Today Podcast November 1
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for November 1. On today's show, The Grateful Dead, Kraftwerk, Queen, Slick Rick, and Nirvana release iconic albums, music gets a ratings system, and the world loses Takeoff.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:57 What happened on this date in music history
05:07 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
06:55 Albums released on this date in music history
25:21 Singles released on this date in music history
29:18 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
36:56 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
46:02 What's on tomorrow's episode
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37 min
Queen Releases Bohemian Rhapsody, Phish Does Halloween Right: Music History Today Podcast October 31
Show notes
Happy Halloween!!! This is the Music History Today podcast for October 31. On today's show, Phish start their Halloween costume concerts, Ed Sullivan sees Beatlemania, and the world loses MF Doom.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:59 What happened on this date in music history
08:27 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
09:09 Albums released on this date in music history
12:24 Singles released on this date in music history
20:24 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
29:33 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
36:29 What's on tomorrow's episode
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33 min
Jam Master Jay Passes Away, George Michael Releases Faith - Music History Today Podcast October 30
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for October 30. On today's show, Thriller hits 20 million, George Michael releases his solo debut album, & hip-hop loses a legend.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:54 What happened on this date in music history
05:24 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
07:16 Albums released on this date in music history
17:54 Singles released on this date in music history
21:25 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
26:11 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
31:59 What's on tomorrow's episode
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35 min
Duane Allman Passes Away, Nightmare Before Christmas Opens: Music History Today Podcast October 29
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for October 29. On today's show, The Nightmare Before Christmas opens & the world loses Duane Allman.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:51 What happened on this date in music history
12:16 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
13:08 Albums released on this date in music history
20:56 Singles released on this date in music history
22:43 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
29:18 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
34:37 What's on tomorrow's episode
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43 min
Steve Perry Joins Journey, the Sex Pistols Release A Classic: Music History Today Podcast October 28
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for October 28. On today's show, Steve Perry sings with Journey, Bill Berry leaves, & Jerry Lee Lewis passes away.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:53 What happened on this date in music history
15:18 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
15:34 Albums released on this date in music history
29:19 Singles released on this date in music history
30:27 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
35:49 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
42:22 What's on tomorrow's episode
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40 min
Lou Reed Passes Away, Johnny Cash Makes An Announcement - Music History Today Podcast October 27
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for October 27. On today's show, Lou Reed passes away, Stevie Wonder, Prince, and Taylor Swift release iconic albums, & Bruce Springsteen gets Dual Magazine Covers.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:55 What happened on this date in music history
08:50 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
09:21 Albums released on this date in music history
25:23 Singles released on this date in music history
28:06 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
32:34 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
39:24 What's on tomorrow's episode
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37 min
50 Cent Pranks Ja Rule, Moscow Theater Crisis Ends Badly: Music History Today Podcast October 26
Show notes
On today's show, a hostage situation with rebels in a theater in Moscow ends badly, Nick & Jessica get married, & Bob Dylan signs.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:55 What happened on this date in music history
15:30 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
16:16 Albums released on this date in music history
21:08 Singles released on this date in music history
24:38 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
32:23 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
36:42 What's on tomorrow's episode
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33 min
Eddie Vedder Makes Time Mag Cover, Jack Bruce, Bill Graham, & Phil Lesh Pass Away: Music History Today Podcast October 25
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for October 25. On today's show, Cliff Richard gets knighted, the Archbishop of Dubuque condemns swing music, & Krush Groove premieres.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:54 What happened on this date in music history
07:14 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
08:19 Albums released on this date in music history
14:18 Singles released on this date in music history
17:06 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
24:51 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
31:48 What's on tomorrow's episode
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46 min
Paul McCartney Breaks a Lot of Record, Linkin Park Releases Hybrid Theory, Don McLean Releases American Pie, Smashing Pumpkins Release Mellon Collie in America: Music History Today Podcast October 24
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for October 24. On today's show, two Beatles make history, the Wiz premieres, & two legends record legendary music.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:53 What happened on this date in music history
12:19 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
15:00 Albums released on this date in music history
30:39 Singles released on this date in music history
34:16 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
40:40 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
45:33 What's on tomorrow's episode
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41 min
BBC Report Inspires Bob Geldof, Band Aid, & Live Aid: Music History Today Podcast October 23
Show notes
On the October 23 edition of Music History Today podcast, Sid Vicious tries something not too good, a BBC report about the Ethiopian famine inspires Bob Geldof to start Band Aid & Live Aid, & Katy marries Russell. Also, happy birthday to Weird Al Yankovic & Dwight Yoakam.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:52 What happened on this date in music history
09:59 Award Ceremonies that happened on this date in music history
12:29 Albums released on this date in music history
19:29 Singles released on this date in music history
24:33 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
32:45 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
40:47 What's on tomorrow's episode
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40 min
Led Zeppelin & Taylor Swift Release Classic Albums: Music History Today Podcast October 22
Show notes
On today's show, Pearl Jam & the Boston Symphony Orchestra perform for the first time & no, not together and Led Zeppelin releases a classic album.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:50 What happened on this date in music history
05:45 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
06:50 Albums released on this date in music history
20:09 Singles released on this date in music history
23:54 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
32:38 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
39:55 What's on tomorrow's episode
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34 min
Meat Loaf Releases Bat Out of Hell: Music History Today Podcast October 21
Show notes
On the October 21 edition of Music History Today podcast, Madonna pushes the envelope again, Michael Jackson organizes, & some major musicians pass away. Plus, happy birthday to Dizzy Gillespie & the Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:45 What happened on this date in music history
07:38 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
08:43 Albums released on this date in music history
16:38 Singles released on this date in music history
19:13 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
26:34 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
33:20 What's on tomorrow's episode
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52 min
Tragedy Strikes Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Song Remains The Same: Music History Today Podcast October 20
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for October 20. On today's show, tragedy strikes Lynyrd Skynyrd.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:50 What happened on this date in music history
16:13 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
19:36 Albums released on this date in music history
29:51 Singles released on this date in music history
31:16 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
45:21 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
51:52 What's on tomorrow's episode
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40 min
The Talking Heads Release Stop Making Sense: Music History Today Podcast October 19
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for
October 19. On today's show, The Talking Heads Stop Making Sense & Glenn Buxton & Spencer Davis pass away.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:50 What happened on this date in music history
10:52 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
12:18 Albums released on this date in music history
20:39 Singles released on this date in music history
24:35 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
32:06 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
39:40 What's on tomorrow's episode
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47 min
John & Paul Play On Stage In Public For The First Time: Music History Today Podcast October 18
Show notes
On the October 18 edition of Music History Today podcast, Zack leaves Rage, the Stone Roses reunites, & Al Green becomes born again by a traumatic event. Plus, it's Chuck Berry's birthday.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:50 What happened on this date in music history
19:08 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
19:46 Albums released on this date in music history
28:25 Singles released on this date in music history
38:23 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
38:46 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
46:03 What's on tomorrow's episode
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42 min
Eminem Is Born, Chopin, Gord Downie, Levi Stubbs Pass Away: Music History Today Podcast October 17
Show notes
On the October 17 edition of the Music History Today podcast, an earthquake postpones the start of a band, RCA is founded, & Lynyrd Skynyrd releases its last album with Ronnie Van Zandt. Plus, it's Eminem's birthday.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:34 What happened on this date in music history
12:16 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
13:38 Albums released on this date in music history
23:15 Singles released on this date in music history
27:26 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
34:47 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
41:28 What's on tomorrow's episode
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56 min
Ace Frehley Dies, Bruce Springsteen Plays The Roxy: Music History Today Podcast October 16
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for October 16. On today's show, Creedence breaks up, the Grand Ole Opry gets more diverse, & Little Richard records.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:19 What happened on this date in music history
25:23 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
26:04 Albums released on this date in music history
38:13 Singles released on this date in music history
40:43 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
47:34 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
55:29 What's on tomorrow's episode
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39 min
Chuck Berry Performs Live For The Last Time: Music History Today Podcast October 15
Show notes
This is the Music History Today podcast for October 15. On today's show, Chuck Berry gives his final performance, as does CBGB, plus Rick Nelson gets booed & writes a song about it.
For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts from
ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:19 What happened on this date in music history
06:37 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history
08:07 Albums released on this date in music history
21:06 Singles released on this date in music history
28:31 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history
33:24 Passings of music artists on this date in music history
38:37 What's on tomorrow's episode
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