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    Led Zeppelin Releases a Classic, Kurt Marries Courtney: Music History Today Podcast February 24

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 12:38


    On today's show, David Crosby escapes, Led Zeppelin releases a classic, & Kurt marries Courtney.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history05:09 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:16 Albums released on this date in music history 08:23 Singles released on this date in music history 09:31 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:24 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 12:05 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Bee Gees Perform Together For Last Time: Music History Today Podcast February 23

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 9:36


    On today's show, Santana ties a record & the Bee Gees perform together for the last time.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:32 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:31 Albums released on this date in music history 05:39 Singles released on this date in music history 06:37 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:35 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:04 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Metallica Lose To Jethro Tull: Music History Today Podcast February 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 9:31


    On today's show, a singer survives a plane crash & MTV revives The Monkees.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:18 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:47 Albums released on this date in music history 05:28 Singles released on this date in music history 06:22 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:12 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:59 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Milli Vanilli Win Best New Artist & Regret It: Music History Today Podcast February 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 7:26


    On today's show, Sly Stone is thrown in jail & Milli Vanilli wins an award they would later regret winning.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history02:47 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history03:36 Albums released on this date in music history 04:18 Singles released on this date in music history 04:48 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 05:57 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 06:50 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Jimi Hendrix Plays His First Gig, Then Gets Fired: Music History Today Podcast February 20

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 8:43


    On today's show, Jimi Hendrix plays his first gig & Pat Benatar gets married. 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:39 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:32 Albums released on this date in music history 05:19 Singles released on this date in music history 06:16 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:05 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:08 What's on tomorrow's episode

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 21:25


    This week, we're going to look at the case for finally putting Boston into the Rock and 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/musichistorytodayChapters:00:00 Intro 00:17 Boston History07:26 Boston Commercial Success09:37 Boston Awards12:52 Who Boston Influenced14:32 Why Boston Should Be Inducted17:52 Why Boston Shouldn't Be Inducted19:54 Outro

    Bon Scott Dies, Ozzy Gets Arrested: Music History Today Podcast February 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 11:37


    On today's show, the American Music Awards say hello & Bon Scott says goodbye.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history04:41 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:41 Albums released on this date in music history 06:59 Singles released on this date in music history 07:49 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:54 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 11:04 What's on tomorrow's episode

    The Beatles Meet The Champ: Music History Today Podcast February 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 10:54


    On today's show, Ray Charles records a classic and the Beatles meet The Champ.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history04:28 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:56 Albums released on this date in music history 06:30 Singles released on this date in music history 07:47 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 09:09 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:18 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Brian Wilson Makes Good Vibrations: Music History Today Podcast February 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 8:48


    On today's show, Mumford & Sons make their debut & Brian Wilson begins recording a Beach Boys classic.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history02:38 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history02:52 Albums released on this date in music history 04:35 Singles released on this date in music history 05:26 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 06:16 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:14 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Unofficial Beatle Tony Sheridan passes away: Music History Today Podcast February 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 10:09


    On today's show, the first British pop music show 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history04:30 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:09 Albums released on this date in music history 06:04 Singles released on this date in music history 06:51 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:56 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:29 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Sid Vicious Joins The Sex Pistols, Chicago Is Formed: Music History Today Podcast February 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 10:46


    On today's show, Chicago gets together and Rolling Stone Magazine coins a phrase.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history04:15 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:34 Albums released on this date in music history 05:50 Singles released on this date in music history 07:07 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:06 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:06 What's on tomorrow's episode

    The Who Record Live At Leeds, DJ David Mancuso Holds a Loft Party and Starts Disco Club Culture: Music History Today Podcast February 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 12:21


    Happy Valentine's Day!! On today's show, The Who record what some people consider to be the greatest live album of all time & DJ David Mancuso starts what became disco club culture with a Valentine's Day party.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history06:52 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history07:02 Albums released on this date in music history 07:55 Singles released on this date in music history 09:13 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:23 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 11:50 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Black Sabbath Release Their Debut Album, Pink Floyd Breaks a Chart Record: Music History Today Podcast February 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 9:56


    On today's show, Pink Floyd breaks a record, Led Zeppelin has hair problems, & life is a cabaret.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history02:51 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history03:18 Albums released on this date in music history 05:20 Singles released on this date in music history 06:14 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:41 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:17 What's on tomorrow's episode

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 17:21


    This week, we're going to look at the case for finally putting Styx into the Rock and 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/musichistorytodayChapters:00:00 Intro 00:17 Styx History05:51 Styx Commercial Success09:38 Styx Awards10:13 Who Styx Influenced11:02 Why Styx Should Be Inducted12:22 Why Styx Shouldn't Be Inducted15:22 Would You Go See Styx 15:52 Outro

    Keith Richard's Estate Gets Raided, Beatles Play at Carnegie Hall: Music History Today Podcast February 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 8:25


    On today's show, Keith's estate gets a visit from the cops and The Beatles play at Carnegie 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history02:52 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history03:16 Albums released on this date in music history 04:27 Singles released on this date in music history 05:15 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 06:15 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 07:51 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Whitney Houston Passes Away, The Chicks Dominate The Grammys Music History Today Podcast February 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 9:07


    On today's show, Whitney Houston passes away & the Chicks get a crowning achievement. 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:56 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:21 Albums released on this date in music history 05:02 Singles released on this date in music history 06:16 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:31 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:32 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Amy Winehouse Makes Grammy History, Carole King Releases Tapestry: Music History Today Podcast February 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 9:04


    On today's show, Carole King releases one of the biggest selling albums of all time.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history02:41 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history03:41 Albums released on this date in music history 06:27 Singles released on this date in music history 07:16 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:00 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:33 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Beatles Play The Ed Sullivan TV Show & Jumpstart the British Invasion: Music History Today Podcast February 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 8:48


    On today's show, ladies & gentlemen, the Beatles!! The Beatles play the Ed Sullivan TV Show & they also play the Cavern Club for the first time.Beatles On the Ed Sullivan Show: https://youtu.be/a1c3C8HNYjQFor 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history04:05 Albums released on this date in music history 04:58 Singles released on this date in music history 05:39 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 06:31 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:13 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Tom Jones Meets Carlton Banks, Outkast Makes Grammy History: Music History Today Podcast February 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 8:57


    On the February 8 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the payola scandal hits Congress, Outkast does a first, and Tom Jones does the Carlton.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:43 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:32 Albums released on this date in music history 05:19 Singles released on this date in music history 06:08 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:22 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:21 What's on tomorrow's episode

    The Beatles Arrive at JFK in New York City & The British Invasion Begins: Music History Today Podcast February 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 10:40


    On the February 7 edition of the Music History Today podcast, The Beatles start the British Invasion and The Wall gets performed for the first time.Beatles On the Ed Sullivan Show: https://youtu.be/a1c3C8HNYjQFor 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:53 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:21 Albums released on this date in music history 06:08 Singles released on this date in music history 06:54 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:54 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:02 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Bob Marley is Born, Ozzy Announces His First Final Tour: Music History Today Podcast February 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 9:57


    On the February 6 edition of the Music History Today podcast, The Beatles and The Beach Boys have multiple entries, & it's the birthday of reggae superstar Bob Marley.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history04:21 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:32 Albums released on this date in music history 05:46 Singles released on this date in music history 06:47 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:59 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:20 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Should Jim Croce Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 8:18


    This week, we're going to look at the case for finally putting Jim Croce into the Rock and 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/musichistorytodayChapters:00:00 Intro 00:17 Jim Croce History01:18 Jim Croce Commercial Success03:01 Jim Croce Awards03:36 Who Jim Croce Influenced04:31 Why Jim Croce Should Be Inducted05:17 Why Jim Croce Shouldn't Be Inducted06:25 Would You Go See Jim Croce If He Were Still Alive06:55 Outro

    Ringo Plays With The Beatles For The First Time: Music History Today Podcast February 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 11:26


    On the February 5 edition of the Music History Today podcast, a British tabloid writes an article with far-reaching consequences & Ringo sits in with the Beatles for the first time.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history05:45 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:16 Albums released on this date in music history 07:27 Singles released on this date in music history 08:08 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 09:33 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:55 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Prince Performs The Greatest Super Bowl Halftime Show Ever: Music History Today Podcast February 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 12:30


    On the February 4 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Prince performs a halftime show for the ages, Van Morrison gets knighted, & Karen Carpenter 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history06:24 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:56 Albums released on this date in music history 07:59 Singles released on this date in music history 08:31 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 09:38 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 11:47 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, Big Bopper Die in Plane Crash: Music History Today Podcast February 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 8:08


    On the February 3 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Beyonce performs at the Super Bowl & it's the day the music diedFor 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:09 Albums released on this date in music history 04:03 Singles released on this date in music history 04:30 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 05:34 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 07:31 What's on tomorrow's episode

    The White Stripes Break Up, Sid Vicious Passes Away: Music History Today Podcast February 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 9:28


    On the February 2 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the White Stripes break up, Frank Sinatra debuts, & it's the end for Sid Vicious.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history04:35 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:44 Albums released on this date in music history 05:15 Singles released on this date in music history 05:32 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 06:34 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:45 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Neil Young Releases Harvest, Harry Styles Is Born: Music History Today Podcast February 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 10:17


    On today's show, Neil Young releases Harvest, it's Harry Styles' birthday, & a wardrobe malfunction takes place at the Super Bowl.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 Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:16 What happened on this date in music history04:26 Albums released on this date in music history 05:34 Singles released on this date in music history 06:08 Podcast advertisement 06:42 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:19 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:45 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Michael Jackson Plays The Super Bowl Halftime Show: Music History Today Podcast January 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2026 10:32


    On today's show, Michael Jackson does the Super Bowl & Grease is the word on television.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 Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:16 What happened on this date in music history04:08 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:53 Albums released on this date in music history 05:58 Singles released on this date in music history 06:35 Podcast advertisement 07:09 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:37 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:58 What's on tomorrow's episode

    The Beatles Play On The Roof & KISS Plays Their First Gig: Music History Today Podcast January 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 9:51


    On the January 30 edition of the Music History Today podcast, KISS plays in front of 10 people & the inspiration for Sunday Bloody Sunday 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY  PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:16 What happened on this date in music history04:06 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:32 Albums released on this date in music history 05:17 Singles released on this date in music history 06:35 Podcast advertisement 07:08 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:07 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:12 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Should Harry Chapin Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 12:17


    This week, we're going to look at the case for finally putting Harry Chapin into the Rock and 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/musichistorytodayChapters:00:00 Intro 00:17 Harry Chapin History02:02 Harry Chapin Commercial Success03:21 Harry Chapin Awards05:01 Who Harry Chapin Influenced05:29 Why Harry Chapin Should Be Inducted07:01 Why Harry Chapin Shouldn't Be Inducted09:20 Would You Go See Harry Chapin If He Were Still Alive10:17 Outro

    Bob Dylan Meets Woody Guthrie & I Don't Like Mondays Event: Music History Today Podcast January 29

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 9:47


    On the January 29 edition of the Music History Today podcast, we have Bob Dylan & Woody Guthrie & the event that inspired the song I Don't Like Mondays takes placeFor 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:16 What happened on this date in music history03:23 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history03:51 Albums released on this date in music history 04:52 Singles released on this date in music history 06:19 Podcast advertisement 06:52 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:59 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:14 What's on tomorrow's episode

    We Are The World Is Recorded: Music History Today Podcast January 28

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 12:12


    On today's show, the greatest night in pop music happens, Elvis makes his TV debut, & The Rat Pack begins, minus one person.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history06:23 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history07:03 Albums released on this date in music history 07:53 Singles released on this date in music history 08:55 Podcast advertisement 09:27 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:42 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 11:35 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Black Flag Says Hi & Bon Scott Does Something One Last Time: Music History Today Podcast January 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 13:57


    On today's show, John Lennon does a classic song in 1 day, Black Flag says hello, & Bon Scott plays his last gig.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history06:25 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:49 Albums released on this date in music history 09:08 Singles released on this date in music history 10:10 Podcast advertisement 10:44 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 12:35 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 13:23 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Lindsey Buckingham Plays With Fleetwood Mac One Last Time, Neil Young Quits Spotify: Music History Today Podcast January 26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 11:14


    On today's show, the Apollo Theater switches gears, the classic lineup of Fleetwood Mac plays together for the last time, & Neil Young gets fed up with Spotify.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history04:13 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:42 Albums released on this date in music history 06:45 Singles released on this date in music history 07:17 Podcast advertisement 07:51 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 09:16 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:40 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Etta James & Alicia Keys Were Born: Music History Today Podcast January 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 10:05


    On today's show, The Wedding March premieres & Michael Jackson makes the podcast for all the wrong reasons.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:47 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:17 Albums released on this date in music history 05:33 Singles released on this date in music history 06:02 Podcast advertisement 06:42 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:17 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:31 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Bob Dylan's Legend in NYC Starts, the Minimoog's Announced: Music History Today Podcast January 24

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 8:12


    On today's show, the minimoog synthesizer gets invented & Bob Dylan begins to make his mark.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:40 Albums released on this date in music history 04:42 Singles released on this date in music history 04:55 Podcast advertisement 05:28 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 06:31 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 07:34 What's on tomorrow's episode

    A Led Zeppelin Song Starts a Crisis: Music History Today Podcast January 23

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 9:57


    On today's show, Tony Bennett & Elvis Presley record classics & new wave gets its spotlight moment.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:47 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:18 Albums released on this date in music history 05:19 Singles released on this date in music history 05:40 Podcast advertisement 06:13 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:31 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:23 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Blue Oyster Cult Should Be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 14:40


    This week, we're going to look at the case for putting the Stony Brook, New York band Blue Oyster Cult into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. We'll also explain why a cowbell isn't a cowbell.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/musichistorytodayChapters:00:00 Intro 00:17 Blue Oyster Cult History03:17 Blue Oyster Cult Commercial Success05:29 Blue Oyster Cult SNL Cowbell 08:09 Blue Oyster Cult Awards08:32 Who Blue Oyster Cult Influenced09:28 Why Blue Oyster Cult Should Be Inducted10:36 Why Blue Oyster Cult Shouldn't Be Inducted12:48 Would You Want Blue Oyster Cult To Come Back13:11 Outro

    Bowie Stirs Up the Media, Buddy Holly Records For Last Time: Music History Today Podcast January 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 10:36


    On today's show, Buddy Holly records for the last time & David Bowie makes an announcement to play the press game with Ziggy Stardust.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history05:33 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:44 Albums released on this date in music history 06:32 Singles released on this date in music history 07:02 Podcast advertisement 07:35 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 09:05 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:57 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Patsy Cline Wins a Talent Show & Gets Discovered: Music History Today Podcast January 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 9:47


    On today's show, Patsy Cline wins a singing contest & Dolly Parton accepts the challenge.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history04:16 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:38 Albums released on this date in music history 06:14 Singles released on this date in music history 06:36 Podcast advertisement 07:09 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:13 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:12 What's on tomorrow's episode

    The Byrds Record Mr Tambourine Man, Ozzy Bites a Live Bat: Music History Today Podcast January 20

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 12:38


    On today's show, music played a part in Presidential Inaugurations, The Byrds record a classic, & Def Leppard released one of the biggest albums of the 1980sFor 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 00:32 What happened on this date in music history07:01 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history07:18 Albums released on this date in music history 08:26 Singles released on this date in music history 08:47 Podcast advertisement 09:20 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:46 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 12:01 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Janis Joplin & Dolly Parton Are Born, Fleetwood Mac Reunite For Clinton: Music History Today Podcast January 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 8:03


    On today's show, Fleetwood Mac reunite & the Beatles go on trial.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history02:57 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history03:30 Albums released on this date in music history 04:23 Singles released on this date in music history 04:48 Podcast advertisement 05:21 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 06:47 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 07:32 What's on tomorrow's episode

    David Crosby & Glenn Frey Pass Away: Music History Today Podcast January 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2026 8:50


    On today's show, Glenn Frey and David Crosby pass away.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:54 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:27 Albums released on this date in music history 05:17 Singles released on this date in music history 05:36 Podcast advertisement 06:10 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:00 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:16 What's on tomorrow's episode

    John Lennon Gets Inspired, Jason Newsted Leaves Metallica: Music History Today Podcast January 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 8:59


    On today's show, John Lennon gets inspired, 2 groups lose members, and Don Kirshner 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:16 What happened on this date in music history01:57 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history03:18 Albums released on this date in music history 04:28 Singles released on this date in music history 05:26 Podcast advertisement 05:59 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:12 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:24 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Whiskey A Go Go & Cavern Club Both Open Music History Today Podcast January 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 10:45


    On the January 16 edition of the Music History Today podcast, there's Carnegie Hall, The Cavern Club, Donny & Marie, Eric Clapton, Little Richard, Aaliyah, & SadeFor 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:16 What happened on this date in music history04:40 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:37 Albums released on this date in music history 06:23 Singles released on this date in music history 06:39 Podcast advertisement 07:12 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:17 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:10 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Steve Winwood Should Be Inducted Into The Hall of Fame As a Solo Artist: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 13:00


    This week on Who Deserves to Be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, we make the case for putting Steve Winwood into the Hall for his solo work, since he's already in the Hall as a member of the group Traffic. 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/musichistorytodayChapters:00:00 Intro 00:17 Steve Winwood History03:56 Steve Winwood Commercial Success07:08 Steve Winwood Awards08:11 Who Steve Winwood Influenced08:47 Why Steve Winwood Should Be Inducted09:11 Why Steve Winwood Shouldn't Be Inducted10:04 Would You Want Steve Winwood To Come Back10:27 Outro

    Dolores O'Riordan of the Cranberries & David Lynch Pass Away: Music History Today Podcast January 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 9:44


    On today's show, the Supremes sign, Billboard sets a bad record, & Mick Jagger sells out to Ed Sullivan. 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:16 What happened on this date in music history03:33 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:12 Albums released on this date in music history 04:51 Singles released on this date in music history 06:08 Podcast advertisement 06:41 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:40 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:05 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Sid Vicious Plays With the Pistols For the Last Time: Music History Today Podcast January 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 8:42


    On today's show, Madonna makes her ambitions known, Bowie does a first, & Diana Ross does a last.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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:55 Albums released on this date in music history 04:42 Singles released on this date in music history 05:36 Podcast advertisement 06:10 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:09 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:07 What's on tomorrow's episode

    BBC Bans Frankie & Sylvain Sylvain Passes Away: Music History Today Podcast January 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 7:30


    On today's show, Wagner completes Parsifal, Ed Sheeran signs, & the BBC bans FrankieFor 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:16 What happened on this date in music history03:00 Albums released on this date in music history 03:29 Singles released on this date in music history 04:10 Podcast advertisement 04:43 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 05:38 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 06:58 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Cream Reunites & Motown Begins: Music History Today Podcast January 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 9:41


    On the January 12 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Cream reunites, Beautiful premieres, & Motown begins under another name. Also, happy birthday to Zayn & Mel C 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:16 What happened on this date in music history02:28 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history03:45 Albums released on this date in music history 04:47 Singles released on this date in music history 06:10 Podcast advertisement 06:44 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:12 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:09 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Paul Simon Plays South Africa, Nirvana Trashes SNL Music History Today Podcast January 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2026 8:19


    On the January 11 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Paul Simon plays South Africa, Rio Rocks, & Nirvana celebrates hitting #1 by tearing up SNL. Also, happy birthday to Mary J. Blige 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:16 What happened on this date in music history02:29 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history02:50 Albums released on this date in music history 03:22 Singles released on this date in music history 04:12 Podcast advertisement 04:46 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 06:08 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 07:48 What's on tomorrow's episode

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