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Music History Today Podcast 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.

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Friday · 44 min
The Eagles Break Up, Elvis starts His Vegas Era: Music History Today Podcast July 31
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 31. On today's show, Elvis starts his Vegas era, a classical composing great passes away, and a fight breaks up the Eagles. 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 12:30 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 13:44 Albums released on this date in music history 20:49 Singles released on this date in music history 29:07 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 38:32 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 44:01 What's on tomorrow's episode
Thursday · 39 min
BBC's Iconic Show Top of the Pops Ends, Kate Bush is Born: Music History Today Podcast July 30
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 30. On today's show, Top of the Pops ends, and Sublime debuts. 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 12:21 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 13:06 Albums released on this date in music history 22:31 Singles released on this date in music history 24:27 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 33:21 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 38:26 What's on tomorrow's episode
Wednesday · 18 min
Who's Eligible For the Rock Hall of Fame For the First Time in 2027: Music Halls of Fame Podcast
This week on the Who Deserves to be Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Podcast, we look at who will be eligible for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for the first time in 2027. Feel old, people. 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 List of First Time Eligible Artists in 2027 04:27 Who Gemini Says Is Getting Into The Hall 15:19 Who ChatGPT Says Is Getting Into The Hall 17:19 Outro
Wednesday · 52 min
Cream Plays Their First Gig, John Lennon Gets Into Trouble: Music History Today Podcast July 29
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 29. On today's show, Gram Parsons quits over moral principle, Cream debuts, and Cass Elliot passes away and it was NOT because of a ham sandwich. 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 14:38 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 16:33 Albums released on this date in music history 26:58 Singles released on this date in music history 33:32 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 40:27 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 51:52 What's on tomorrow's episode
Tuesday · 40 min
Vivaldi & Bach Pass Away, Mary J Blige Debuts: Music History Today Podcast July 28
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 28. On today's show, Judy Garland records her signature song, two popular artists debut on the same day, and Summer Jam takes place. 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 09:57 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 10:49 Albums released on this date in music history 16:45 Singles released on this date in music history 20:53 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 31:46 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 40:23 What's on tomorrow's episode
Monday · 40 min
Prince's Movie Purple Rain Is Released, Madonna Debuts: Music History Today Podcast July 27
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 27. On today's show, Purple Rain premieres, Madonna debuts, and Bruce sues. 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 09:09 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 10:50 Albums released on this date in music history 22:02 Singles released on this date in music history 24:20 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 32:28 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 39:41 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 26 · 42 min
Sinead O'Connor Passes Away, Mick Jagger is Born: Music History Today Podcast July 26
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 26. On today's show, the Jackson Five sign on the dotted line and the world loses some iconic artists, including Mary Wells and Sinead O’Connor. 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 13:36 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 14:55 Albums released on this date in music history 21:16 Singles released on this date in music history 26:47 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 37:27 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 42:07 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 25 · 44 min
Bob Dylan Plugs in at Newport & People Are Not Pleased: Music History Today Podcast July 25
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 25. On today's show, Dylan plugs in and freaks out your grandparents, there are two ending performances, and a riot ends a festival. 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 12:40 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 14:19 Albums released on this date in music history 23:10 Singles released on this date in music history 25:44 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 36:21 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 44:22 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 24 · 30 min
Led Zeppelin Plays Their Final Concert in America: Music History Today Podcast July 24
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 24. On today's show, it's all about movies. Two musical movies premiere (one good, one not so much), a musical movie voice passes away, and Taylor Swift releases a Grammy winning 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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history 06:56 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 08:49 Albums released on this date in music history 12:31 Singles released on this date in music history 15:37 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 23:46 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 29:47 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 23 · 54 min
Amy Winehouse Passes Away, Iran Bans Rock Music Again: Music History Today Podcast July 23
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 23. On today's show, Amy Winehouse passes away, Sun Studios becomes a landmark, and rock and roll gets banned in Iran. 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 14:47 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 16:39 Albums released on this date in music history 24:36 Singles released on this date in music history 31:52 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 43:33 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 53:56 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 22 · 24 min
Should The New York Dolls Be Inducted Into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast
This week on the Who Deserves to be Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Podcast, we look at the case for putting The New York Dolls into the Hall. 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 00:17 The New York Dolls History 06:50 The New York Dolls Commercial Success 08:21 The New York Dolls Awards 10:01 The New York Dolls Influenced 14:15 Why The New York Dolls Should Be Inducted 17:39 Why The New York Dolls Shouldn't Be Inducted 21:40 My Opinion About Whether The New York Dolls Should Be Inducted 23:07 Outro
July 22 · 40 min
Woodstock '99 Begins, Ozzy Passes Away: Music History Today Podcast July 22
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 22. On today's show, Smoking Grooves starts, the Beatles come together, and Woodstock 99 begins. 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 09:59 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 11:53 Albums released on this date in music history 20:33 Singles released on this date in music history 23:13 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 31:37 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 39:36 What's on tomorrow's episode 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 14:47 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 16:39 Albums released on this date in music history 24:36 Singles released on this date in music history 31:52 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 43:33 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 53:56 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 21 · 40 min
Guns N' Roses Releases Appetite For Destruction: Music History Today Podcast July 21
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 21. On today's show, It's Stormy Weather for Lena Horne and Diana Ross, the Wall gets performed in front of the Wall, and the beginning of the end for Milli Vanilli happened. 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 10:31 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 10:56 Albums released on this date in music history 22:25 Singles released on this date in music history 25:47 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 33:54 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 40:20 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 20 · 47 min
Chris Cornell is Born, Chester Bennington Passes Away: Music History Today Podcast July 20
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 20. On today's show, Joey Ramone takes the lead, the world loses Chester Bennington on his good friend Chris Cornell's birthday, and Little Stevie walks down E Street. 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 12:13 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 13:25 Albums released on this date in music history 22:38 Singles released on this date in music history 26:41 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 37:12 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 46:25 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 19 · 42 min
Joan Jett Becomes Mike Tyson's Good Luck Charm: Music History Today Podcast July 19
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today podcast for July 19. On today's show, Mike Tyson and Joan Jett make history in a very superstitious way and Movin' Out moves into Chicago. 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 14:41 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 16:43 Albums released on this date in music history 21:34 Singles released on this date in music history 25:27 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 33:30 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 41:53 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 18 · 40 min
Def Leppard Debuts, First Lollapalooza Begins: Music History Today Podcast July 18
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today Podcast for July 18. On today's show, someone gets to 1 million likes on Facebook, Def Leppard debuts, as does Elvis, sort of, and Lollapalooza begins. 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 09:38 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 10:46 Albums released on this date in music history 19:33 Singles released on this date in music history 23:21 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 33:49 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 40:19 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 17 · 44 min
Music Icons Billie Holiday & John Coltrane Pass Away: Music History Today Podcast July 17
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today Podcast for July 17. On today's show, the world loses Billy Holiday and John Coltrane, John Lennon gets told to leave, and Handel gives us Water 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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history 15:17 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 17:39 Albums released on this date in music history 22:36 Singles released on this date in music history 26:47 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 36:11 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 43:37 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 16 · 35 min
The Supergroup Cream is Formed: Music History Today Podcast July 16
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today Podcast for July 16. On today's show, Michael Jackson does a private concert, Cream is born, and a couple of artists call it quits with their groups. 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 11:58 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 13:47 Albums released on this date in music history 18:58 Singles released on this date in music history 21:16 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 27:20 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 34:51 What's on tomorrow's episode
July 15 · 26 min
Should The Jam Be Inducted Into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast
This week on the Who Deserves to be Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Podcast, we look at the case for putting The Jam into the Hall. 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 00:17 The Jam History 03:55 The Jam Commercial Success 06:02 The Jam Awards 09:02 The Jam Influenced 13:11 Why The Jam Should Be Inducted 17:55 Why The Jam Shouldn't Be Inducted 23:06 My Opinion About Whether The Jam Should Be Inducted 25:13 Outro
July 15 · 56 min
Paul McCartney Returns to Ed Sullivan Theater: Music History Today Podcast July 15
From the Music History Today Podcast Network, This is the Music History Today Podcast for July 15. On today's show, Johnny Cash gets dropped, and it's time for Gangnam Style and Rock of Love. 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 14:31 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history 16:35 Albums released on this date in music history 28:28 Singles released on this date in music history 34:12 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 46:18 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 55:33 What's on tomorrow's episode

Music History Today Network

The Eagles Break Up, Elvis starts His Vegas Era: Music History Today Podcast July 31

BBC's Iconic Show Top of the Pops Ends, Kate Bush is Born: Music History Today Podcast July 30

Who's Eligible For the Rock Hall of Fame For the First Time in 2027: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

Cream Plays Their First Gig, John Lennon Gets Into Trouble: Music History Today Podcast July 29

Vivaldi & Bach Pass Away, Mary J Blige Debuts: Music History Today Podcast July 28

Prince's Movie Purple Rain Is Released, Madonna Debuts: Music History Today Podcast July 27

Sinead O'Connor Passes Away, Mick Jagger is Born: Music History Today Podcast July 26

Bob Dylan Plugs in at Newport & People Are Not Pleased: Music History Today Podcast July 25

Led Zeppelin Plays Their Final Concert in America: Music History Today Podcast July 24

Amy Winehouse Passes Away, Iran Bans Rock Music Again: Music History Today Podcast July 23

Should The New York Dolls Be Inducted Into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

Woodstock '99 Begins, Ozzy Passes Away: Music History Today Podcast July 22

Guns N' Roses Releases Appetite For Destruction: Music History Today Podcast July 21

Chris Cornell is Born, Chester Bennington Passes Away: Music History Today Podcast July 20

Joan Jett Becomes Mike Tyson's Good Luck Charm: Music History Today Podcast July 19

Def Leppard Debuts, First Lollapalooza Begins: Music History Today Podcast July 18

Music Icons Billie Holiday & John Coltrane Pass Away: Music History Today Podcast July 17

The Supergroup Cream is Formed: Music History Today Podcast July 16

Should The Jam Be Inducted Into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

Paul McCartney Returns to Ed Sullivan Theater: Music History Today Podcast July 15