Music History Today

On this week's show, we celebrate the birthdays of the Rickenbacker Frying Pan (now known as the electric guitar), the Merry Go Round & rap music, mainstream finding gangsta rap, and the passing of 2 iconic entertainers: Glen Campbell & Olivia Newton-John.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the August 5 edition of the Music History Today podcast, a music television institution starts its run, Def Leppard signs, the Runaways form, and Clapton gets racial. 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the August 4 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Billboard Magazine fine tunes its Hot 100 chart, Biggie gets married, and John and Yoko start recording their final album. Also, it's the great Louis Armstrong'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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the August 3 edition of the Music History Today podcast, The Beatles play at the Cavern Club for the last time, the Macarena starts its reign at number one, and Tony Bennett gets his signature song. Speaking of Tony Bennett, today's his 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the August 2 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Robert Zimmerman gets a name change, the Beatles start headlining the Cavern Club, and opera great Caruso passes away. Also, happy birthday to Ted Turner of Wishbone Ash, not the guy who used to own CNN.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the August 1 edition of the Music History Today podcast, ladies and gentlemen, rock and roll. MTV starts and changes music in a big way, and Jeremy speaks in class today. Also, it's the birthday of Francis Scott Key and Jerry Garcia.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On this week's episode, we make the case for finally putting INXS into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helplineReview of Class of 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSMDYrumQfYRBvlZDAwyDY-wr7xRg4Ejw

On the July 31 edition of Music History Today podcast, Elvis starts his Vegas era, a classical composing great passes away, and a fight breaks up the Eagles. Also, happy birthday to Fatboy Slim and Bill Berry of R.E.M.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 30 edition of Music History Today podcast, Metallica enters sandman, Top of the Pops ends, and Sublime debuts. Plus, it's Kate Bush and Buddy Guy's birthdays!!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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On this week's show, MTV, MTV Europe, & Yo MTV Raps debut and influences pop culture, Pearl Jam drops their iconic Jeremy music video, and Hamilton takes its shot. As an added bonus, we discuss the end of the British TV show Top of the Pops.For more music history, subscribe to my YouTube Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayDavid Bowie MTV video interview with Mark Goodman - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZGiVzIr8QgResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 29 edition of Music History Today podcast, Gram Parsons quits over principle, Cream debuts, and Cass Elliot passes away and it was NOT by choking on a ham sandwich. Plus, it's Geddy Lee'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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 28 edition of Music History Today podcast, Mott the Hoople, two popular artists make their debuts, and Summer Jam takes place. Plus, it's Soulja Boy'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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 27 edition of Music History Today podcast, Purple Rain premieres, Madonna debuts, and Bruce sues. Also, it's Juliana Hatfield's birthday. For more music history, subscribe to my YouTube Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 26 edition of Music History Today podcast, the Jackson Five sign, Billy Joel performs, and Beyonce acts. Plus, happy birthday to Mick Jagger!!!ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 25 edition of Music History Today podcast, Dylan plugs in and freaks people out, there are two ending performances, and a riot ends a festival. Also, it's Thurston Moore from Sonic Youth's birthday.ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On this week's show, a woman with a big dream to take over the world and a legendary supergroup both debut, a movie with a classic soundtrack by a legend helps to create a new sound, a rebellious singer passes away, and Dylan plugs in and freaks out folk music fans....literally.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On this week's episode, we make the case for finally putting Alice in Chains into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helplineReview of Class of 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSMDYrumQfYRBvlZDAwyDY-wr7xRg4Ejw

On the July 24 edition of Music History Today podcast, it's all about movies. Two musical movies premiere (one good, one not so much), a musical movie voice passes away, and a music and movie partnership breaks up. Also, it's music and movie star Jennifer Lopez's birthday!!!ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 23 edition of Music History Today podcast, Amy Winehouse passes away, Sun Studios becomes a landmark, and rock and roll gets banned in Iran. Also, it's Alison Krauss's birthday.ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 22 edition of Music History Today podcast, Smoking Grooves starts, the Beatles come together, and Woodstock 99 begins. Plus, big birthdays for Don Henley and George Clinton.ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 21 edition of Music History Today podcast, 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 of Milli Vanilli happened and yours truly was there to witness it. Plus, it's Cat Stevens's birthday.ALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 20 edition of Music History Today podcast, Joey Ramone takes the lead, Billboard gets two mentions, and Little Steve walks down E Street. Plus, it's some big birthdays today, including one who we very recently lost. 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY  PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - ⁠https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday⁠ 

On the July 19 edition of Music History Today podcast, Mike Tyson and Joan Jett make history in a very superstitious way, Movin' Out moves into Chicago, and the Beatles cry Help! Also, it's Brian May'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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY  PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - ⁠https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday⁠ 

On the July 18 edition of Music History Today podcast, someone gets to 1 million likes on Facebook, Def Leppard debuts, and Lollapalooza begins. Also, it's Sir Richard Branson'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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY  PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - ⁠https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday⁠ 

On this week's episode, we make the case for finally putting Rick Rubin into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a nonperformer. 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helplineReview of Class of 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSMDYrumQfYRBvlZDAwyDY-wr7xRg4Ejw

On the July 17 edition of Music History Today podcast, the world loses Billie Holiday, John Lennon gets told to leave, and Handel gives us Water Music. Also, it's Phoebe Snow'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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY  PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - ⁠https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday⁠ 

On the July 16 edition of Music History Today podcast, Michael Jackson does a private concert, Cream is born, and a couple of artists call it quits with their groups. Also, it's Stewart Copeland'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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY  PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - ⁠https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday⁠ 

On this week's show, Guns N' Roses turns a silly love song into the beginning of the end for a music genre, Def Leppard play their first gig, Woodstock, a music festival trilogy that started out with peace & love, ends in violence, and we say happy birthday to two music legends and a pretty cool record label owner who happens to be a billionaire.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 15 edition of Music History Today podcast, Johnny Cash gets dropped, and it's time for Gangnam Style and Rock of Love. Plus, there's a ton of birthdays including Linda Ronstandt, Ian Curtis, and Marky Ramone.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY  PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - ⁠https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday⁠ 

On the July 14 edition of Music History Today podcast, the MPEG-1 gets a name change, a soon to be famous judge makes Tom Jones pay child support, and the Who begin. Also, it's Woody Guthrie'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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY  PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday 

On the July 13 edition of Music History Today podcast, Live Aid happened, Queen debuted, and Marconi got his patent. Also, it's Deborah Cox'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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 12 edition of Music History Today podcast, the Rolling Stones debuted, two artists pass away, and it's Disco Demolition night. Also, happy birthday to Christine McVie.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 11 edition of Music History Today podcast, there's two space related stories, Guns N' Roses fire one of their own, and Robin Thicke married Paula Patton. Wonder how that worked out? Also, happy birthday to Peter Murphy, Richie Sambora, and Suzanne Vega.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On this week's episode, we make the case for finally putting Sinead O'Connor into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helplineReview of Class of 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSMDYrumQfYRBvlZDAwyDY-wr7xRg4Ejw

On the July 10 edition of Music History Today podcast, Madonna's sudden popularity gets taken advantage of in a magazine, Shazam premieres, and we lose two legends. Also, birthdays today for Neil Tennant of the Pet Shop Boys and Jessica Simpson.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 9 edition of Music History Today podcast, Bill Haley hits a milestone, Jerry Garcia plays in public for the last time, and Dick Clark takes over something small and makes it big. Also, some big birthdays including Jack White and Courtney 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On this week's episode of the Music History In Depth Podcast, we discuss an event that was laced with racial undertones that became a riot that killed disco, a concert event for the ages, and we say happy birthday to the Mother of the MP3.  For more music history, subscribe to my YouTube Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayThe Live Aid lineup is too long to post here, so here's the link to the lineup: wikipedia.org/wiki/Live_Aid#PerformancesLive Aid Channel - youtube.com/@LiveAidLive 8 Channel - youtube.com/@Live8OfficialResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

Happy Roswell UFO Incident day. On the July 8 edition of Music History Today, a UFO inspires music, a radio DJ helps out Elvis, and R.E.M. debut. Also, happy birthday to Beck.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 7 edition of Music History Today, Live Earth happens, the King of Pop gets a public goodbye, and terror takes away a calypso artist. Also, lots of big birthdays today including Ringo Starr and Gustav Mahler.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 6 edition of Music History Today, John meets Paul, disco hits number one, and Manfred Mann gets a lead singer. Also, happy birthday to 50 Cent and Bill Haley.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 5 edition of Music History Today, Lilith Fair starts and lots of debuts, including the King. Also, happy birthday to Huey Lewis and the RZA. 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

Happy 4th of July!!! On the July 4 edition of Music History Today, Posh married Becks, we hailed the chief for the first time, and Ariana licked donuts. Also, born on the fourth of July was Post Malone.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On this week's episode, we make the case for finally putting Peter, Paul, & Mary into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & give some reasons why they haven't gotten in yet.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helplineReview of Class of 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSMDYrumQfYRBvlZDAwyDY-wr7xRg4Ejw

On the July 3 edition of Music History Today, two artists pass away under controversial circumstances, a couple of artists make their debuts, Ziggy played guitar for the last time, and a movie renews interest in a rock and roll pioneer. Also, happy birthday to Aaron Tippin. 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the July 2 edition of Music History Today, the Live 8 concerts take place, Elvis records 2 classics, and a riot breaks out at a Guns N' Roses concert. Plus, it's Ashley Tisdale'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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

Happy Canada Day!!! On the July 1 edition of Music History Today, one of the greatest voices in soul music passes away, there's a debut from the Walkman, as well as the Band, a classic Beatles song, and a rap classic. Plus, happy birthday to Debbie Harry, Fred Schneider, and Missy Elliot.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On this week's show, John meets Paul, two musicians die under controversial circumstances, and we say happy birthday to one of the most eclectic performers around.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the June 30 edition of the Music History Today podcast, The Jackson 5 make a couple of changes, Cher marries Greg, and Phyllis leaves. Also, it's Lena Horne'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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the June 29 edition of the Music History Today podcast, George Harrison makes a sad announcement and Bruce records an iconic video with a yet unknown Friend. Also, it's the birthday of the piece of tech that you're probably reading this on.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the June 28 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the saxophone is patented & Louis records the greatest recording in the history of jazz. 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

On the June 27 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Elvis comes back, John Entwistle goes out like a only a rock star can, a smile turns into a queen, and John Lennon finally becomes legal. Also, happy birthday to Lorrie Morgan and Leigh Nash of Sixpence None the Richer.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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayResources for mental health issues - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lineshttps://findahelpline.comResources for substance abuse issues - https://988lifeline.orghttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline