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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.

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  • Yesterday · 40 min

    Baby Shark Breaks A Record, The Police Release Their Debut: Music History Today Podcast November 2

    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

  • Sunday · 46 min

    Takeoff of Migos Passes Away, Nirvana Releases Iconic Album: Music History Today Podcast November 1

    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

  • Saturday · 37 min

    Queen Releases Bohemian Rhapsody, Phish Does Halloween Right: Music History Today Podcast October 31

    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

  • Friday · 32 min

    Jam Master Jay Passes Away, George Michael Releases Faith - Music History Today Podcast October 30

    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

  • Thursday · 35 min

    Duane Allman Passes Away, Nightmare Before Christmas Opens: Music History Today Podcast October 29

    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

  • Wednesday · 42 min

    Steve Perry Joins Journey, the Sex Pistols Release A Classic: Music History Today Podcast October 28

    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

  • October 27 · 39 min

    Lou Reed Passes Away, Johnny Cash Makes An Announcement - Music History Today Podcast October 27

    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

  • October 26 · 37 min

    50 Cent Pranks Ja Rule, Moscow Theater Crisis Ends Badly: Music History Today Podcast October 26

    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

  • October 25 · 32 min

    Eddie Vedder Makes Time Mag Cover, Jack Bruce, Bill Graham, & Phil Lesh Pass Away: Music History Today Podcast October 25

    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

  • October 24 · 46 min

    Paul McCartney Breaks a Lot of Records, Linkin Park Releases Hybrid Theory, Don McLean Releases American Pie, Smashing Pumpkins Release Mellon Collie in America: Music History Today Podcast October 24

    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

  • October 23 · 41 min

    BBC Report Inspires Bob Geldof, Band Aid, & Live Aid: Music History Today Podcast October 23

    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

  • October 22 · 40 min

    Led Zeppelin & Taylor Swift Release Classic Albums: Music History Today Podcast October 22

    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

  • October 21 · 33 min

    Meat Loaf Releases Bat Out of Hell: Music History Today Podcast October 21

    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

  • October 20 · 52 min

    Tragedy Strikes Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Song Remains The Same: Music History Today Podcast October 20

    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

  • October 19 · 40 min

    The Talking Heads Release Stop Making Sense: Music History Today Podcast October 19

    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

  • October 18 · 46 min

    John & Paul Play On Stage In Public For The First Time: Music History Today Podcast October 18

    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

  • October 17 · 42 min

    Eminem Is Born, Chopin, Gord Downie, Levi Stubbs Pass Away: Music History Today Podcast October 17

    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

  • October 16 · 56 min

    Ace Frehley Dies, Bruce Springsteen Plays The Roxy: Music History Today Podcast October 16

    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

  • October 15 · 39 min

    Chuck Berry Performs Live For The Last Time: Music History Today Podcast October 15

    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

  • October 14 · 29 min

    Leonard Bernstein & D'Angelo Pass Away: Music History Today Podcast October 14

    This is the Music History Today podcast for October 14. On today's show, Pearl Jam breaks a record, JoJo finally gets to release a record, & Pulp Fiction breathes life into older 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 08:25 Awards That Were Given On This Date In Music History 10:22 Albums released on this date in music history 13:58 Singles released on this date in music history 17:25 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 23:28 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 29:01 What's on tomorrow's episode

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