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    Aretha Franklin & Elton John Are Born, Taylor Hawkins Passes Away: Music History Today Podcast March 24

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 10:56


    On the March 25 edition of Music History Today podcast, Zayn breaks hearts & carpool karaoke 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:44 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:03 Albums released on this date in music history 07:21 Singles released on this date in music history 08:00 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 09:25 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:19 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What You Missed In The Music Business Podcast March 14 - 21, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 8:27


    On this week's episode: Tina Turner's estate reaches a deal, music companies make a boat load of money, and Universal Music Group changes their mind.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 00:24 About00:59 Record Label news03:20 Corporate Finance news 06:25 A.I. Legal News06:52 Legal news07:36 Outro

    First Soul Train Awards Take Place: Music History Today Podcast March 24

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 14:34


    On the March 24 edition of the Music History Today podcast, a couple Rolling Stones notes, Elvis joins the Army, & Billboard debuts a new chart 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 history05:26 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:50 Albums released on this date in music history 10:34 Singles released on this date in music history 11:42 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 12:41 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 14:00 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What You Missed In The Music Industry Podcast: March 14 - 21, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 26:19


    On this week's episode, the Dance Music Award Nominees get announced, SXSW happens, and music sales break records.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:26 About00:53 Music news02:34 Awards news 05:24 Live music festival news 06:16 EDM festival news07:31 EDM club news08:13 A.I. Legal News09:02 Legal news14:14 Health news14:46 In memoriam16:54 Weekly Topic20:37 New music 22:02 Chart news25:34 Outro

    Two Hall of Famers Sign Their 1st Record Deals: Music History Today Podcast March 23

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 10:10


    Two Rock & Roll hall of famers sign their first record deals, a country singer & father of a pop star creates a song & dance sensation, & a rally against the "evils" of the counterculture is held.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 history03:24 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history03:42 Albums released on this date in music history 05:39 Singles released on this date in music history 06:48 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:55 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:35 What's on tomorrow's episode

    My Chemical Romance Breaks Up & Phife Dawg Passes Away: Music History Today Podcast March 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2026 12:56


    On today's show, The Beatles release their first album, Lennon gives Power to the People, & we say goodbye to Phife Dawg.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 history03:59 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:15 Albums released on this date in music history 06:38 Singles released on this date in music history 08:38 Future Podcasts Advertisement09:20 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:24 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 12:18 What's on tomorrow's episode

    First Rock Concert, Moondog Coronation Ball, Takes Place: Music History Today Podcast March 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 12:01


    On today's show, the world's first and possibly shortest rock concert takes place in Cleveland, Ohio.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 history04:58 Albums released on this date in music history 06:54 Singles released on this date in music history 08:03 Future Podcasts Advertisement08:45 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:27 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 11:26 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Vote For Phil Collins To Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame As a Solo Artist: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 16:43


    This week, we're going to look at the case for you to vote for Phil Collins to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist.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 Phil Collins History02:26 Phil Collins Commercial Success10:18 Phil Collins Awards11:26 Who Phil Collins Influenced11:50 Why Phil Collins Should Be Inducted12:44 Why Phil Collins Shouldn't Be Inducted14:12 Outro

    John Marries Yoko & Chester Bennington Of Linkin Park Is Born: Music History Today Podcast March 20

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 11:09


    On today's show, John marries Yoko, America shuts down, & Glee ends.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 history04:17 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:38 Albums released on this date in music history 05:57 Singles released on this date in music history 07:08 Future Podcasts Advertisement07:50 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 09:27 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:33 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Vote For Mariah Carey To Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 19:24


    This week, we're going to look at the case for you to vote for Mariah Carey to be inducted 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 Mariah Carey History02:04 Mariah Carey Commercial Success10:52 Mariah Carey Awards11:59 Who Mariah Carey Influenced12:51 Why Mariah Carey Should Be Inducted14:57 Why Mariah Carey Shouldn't Be Inducted17:26 Outro

    Guitarist Randy Rhoads & Grunge Frontman Andrew Wood Pass Away: Music History Today Podcast March 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 9:57


    On today's show, Randy Rhoads & Andrew Wood pass away.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts 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 history03:59 Albums released on this date in music history 05:36 Singles released on this date in music history 06:58 Future Podcasts Advertisement07:40 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:18 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:27 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What You Missed In The Music Business Podcast March 7 - 13 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 28:57


    On this week's episode: Live Nation Settles, Google gets sued, as does Anthropic.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 00:24 About00:56 Record Label news05:40 Corporate Finance news 09:26 Live Music Companies News10:23 A.I. & streaming news11:19 A.I. Legal News15:56 Legal news18:15 Stock news28:07 Outro

    Chuck Berry Passes Away, Morgan Wallen Breaks A Record: Music History Today Podcast March 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 10:08


    On today's show, a boy band appearance goes horribly wrong and a tractor trailer accident inspires a song.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 history03:19 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history03:59 Albums released on this date in music history 05:21 Singles released on this date in music history 06:51 Future Podcasts Advertisement07:33 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:46 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:35 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What You Missed In The Music Industry Podcast March 7 - 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 48:33


    On this week's episode: Live Nation Settles, the Jim Irsay collection gets auctioned, and your parents were listening to too much of the Goo Goo Dolls in the 90s.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 00:25 About00:52 Music news04:24 Awards news 05:10 Live music festival news 13:22 EDM festival news09:20 EDM club news16:37 A.I. & streaming news19:55 A.I. Legal News22:58 Legal news29:19 Health news29:54 In memoriam32:08 Jim Irsay auction42:18 New music 44:23 Chart news47:50 Outro

    Jimi Hendrix Experience Releases Purple Haze In The UK: Music History Today Podcast March 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 12:18


    On today's show, Purple Haze debuts & Street Fighting Man gets inspired. 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 history04:19 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:32 Albums released on this date in music history 06:48 Singles released on this date in music history 08:27 Future Podcasts Advertisement09:09 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:30 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 11:45 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Eazy E Makes An Announcement & Old Town Road Hits The Charts: Music History Today Podcast March 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 10:07


    On today's show, Eazy-E makes an announcement & Lil Nas X hits the charts. 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 history04:42 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:28 Albums released on this date in music history 06:17 Singles released on this date in music history 06:45 Future Podcasts Advertisement07:27 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:27 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:32 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Bonnie Bramlett Punches Elvis Costello For Racial Comments: Music History Today Podcast March 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2026 17:02


    On today's show, beware the Ides of March; which is a very popular day for birthdays, as Sly Stone, Will.I.Am, Bret Michaels, & Lightnin Hopkins all celebrate one.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 history07:35 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history09:03 Albums released on this date in music history 10:50 Singles released on this date in music history 13:04 Future Podcasts Advertisement13:46 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 15:31 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 16:25 What's on tomorrow's episode

    George Michael Auctions His Art, Beyonce Sets A Record: Music History Today Podcast March 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 14:42


    On today's show, Dolly Parton says no & happy birthday to Quincy Jones.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts 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 history07:02 Albums released on this date in music history 09:34 Singles released on this date in music history 11:09 Future Podcasts Advertisement11:51 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 13:26 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 14:09 What's on tomorrow's episode

    The Yardbirds Lose Eric Clapton But Gain Jeff Beck: Music History Today Podcast March 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 9:50


    On today's show, Eric Clapton and Rod Stewart both leave 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:28 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:18 Albums released on this date in music history 05:15 Singles released on this date in music history 05:51 Future Podcasts Advertisement06:33 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:51 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:16 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Who Was Nominated For The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 8:53


    The nominees for this year's class for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame have been announced. The list is as follows:Mariah Carey, Phil Collins, Oasis, Billy Idol, INXS, Melissa Etheridge, Lauryn Hill, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, Pink, Sade, Jeff Buckley, New Edition, The Black Crowes, The Wu-Tang Clan, Shakira, and Luther VandrossOf course, I have some thoughts and questions. Let's Discuss.Fan Voting For The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - Vote.RockHall.com 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

    Paul McCartney Wins, Les Miserables Opens: Music History Today Podcast March 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 13:02


    On today's show, Paul McCartney wins in court, the Stones get censored, & a jazz great 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 history05:25 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:13 Albums released on this date in music history 07:27 Singles released on this date in music history 08:06 Future Podcasts Advertisement08:48 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:20 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 12:23 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Jim Morrison Escapes, The Beatles Say No To Reuniting: Music History Today Podcast March 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 10:11


    On today's show, Janet Jackson & Jennifer Lopez get PAID & Jim Morrison escapes.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 history04:02 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:35 Albums released on this date in music history 05:46 Singles released on this date in music history 06:07 Future Podcasts Advertisement06:49 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:10 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:34 What's on tomorrow's episode

    The Chicks Get Into Trouble, Andy Gibb Passes Away Music History Today Podcast March 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 13:41


    On today's show, the Dixie Chicks say something that get them into a lot of trouble, Mookie Blaylock gets a name change, & Marvin Gaye's estate wins a big lawsuit.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 history05:12 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:05 Albums released on this date in music history 07:41 Singles released on this date in music history 08:59 Future Podcasts Advertisement09:41 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:54 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 13:08 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Notorious B I G & Brad Delp Pass Away, Led Zeppelin Win Music History Today Podcast March 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 11:35


    On today's show, the world loses Biggie Smalls.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 history04:05 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:36 Albums released on this date in music history 06:10 Singles released on this date in music history 06:44 Future Podcasts Advertisement07:26 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:44 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:56 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Soundgarden & Nine Inch Nails Release Era Defining Albums: Music History Today Podcast March 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 10:27


    On today's show, two of the biggest albums of the 90s are released & Lizzo is Good as Hell.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 history03:44 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:01 Albums released on this date in music history 05:20 Singles released on this date in music history 06:13 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:31 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:53 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Beastie Boys Make Chart History, First Jazz Recordings Released: Music History Today Podcast March 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 13:28


    On today's show, the first jazz recordings are released, the Beastie Boys make history, & an Oscar winning music movie make its debutFor 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 history04:17 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:04 Albums released on this date in music history 05:57 Singles released on this date in music history 08:13 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 09:51 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 12:50 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Eric Clapton Makes The Hall of Fame Again: Music History Today Podcast March 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 11:06


    On today's show, Major Lazer hits Cuba, Eric Clapton gets into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for the third time, & the pandemic begins to hit the music industry.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 history04:53 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:33 Albums released on this date in music history 06:40 Singles released on this date in music history 07:17 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:36 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:35 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Patsy Cline Passes Away, Johnny Cash Helps Break World News: Music History Today Podcast March 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 13:31


    On today's show, Patsy Cline passes away in a plane crash & Johnny Cash helps to break world news. 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 history07:33 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history08:22 Albums released on this date in music history 09:51 Singles released on this date in music history 10:15 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 11:39 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 12:53 What's on tomorrow's episode

    John Lennon Says That The Beatles Are Bigger Than Jesus: Music History Today Podcast March 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 13:25


    On today's show, John Lennon says something the wrong way and a girl group that told us what they really, really want, starts up.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 history05:37 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:26 Albums released on this date in music history 08:11 Singles released on this date in music history 08:57 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:34 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 12:52 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Madonna Causes Controversy, Elvis Hits the UK For His Only Time: Music History Today Podcast March 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 14:10


    On today's show, a Madonna music video causes controversy.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 history05:57 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:26 Albums released on this date in music history 10:00 Singles released on this date in music history 10:33 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 11:48 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 13:35 What's on tomorrow's episode

    This Is Spinal Tap is Released, Arby's Buys Pharrell's Hat: Music History Today Podcast March 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 10:43


    On today's show, Dolly Parton gets vaccinated & Radio City Music Hall holds a premiere.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 history04:14 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:31 Albums released on this date in music history 06:31 Singles released on this date in music history 07:14 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:51 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:10 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Jim Morrison gets into trouble, Johnny Cash marries June Carter: Music History Today Podcast March 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2026 13:18


    On today's show, Jim Morrison gets into a lot of trouble & Johnny marries June.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 history04:58 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:36 Albums released on this date in music history 09:14 Singles released on this date in music history 09:45 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 11:02 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 12:42 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Beatles Win a Grammy Award On Leap Day: Music History Today Podcast February 29

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 4:58


    On today's Leap Day show, U2 kicks off a tour, Steely Dan releases a Grammy Award winning album, and the Beatles win a Grammy Award. Things do happen on this date, only it's once every 4 years.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 history01:55 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history02:44 Albums released on this date in music history 03:12 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 04:08 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 04:27 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Michael Jackson Makes Grammy History: Music History Today Podcast February 28

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 9:42


    On today's show, Michael Jackson makes Grammy history.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 history03:07 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:46 Albums released on this date in music history 05:54 Singles released on this date in music history 06:37 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:43 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:02 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Jacksons Pepsi Commercial Premieres on MTV: Music History Today Podcast February 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 9:12


    On today's show, James Brown gets out of jail & The Jacksons get together with Pepsi.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 history03:11 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history04:01 Albums released on this date in music history 05:15 Singles released on this date in music history 06:26 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 07:28 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 08:39 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Thriller Hits the Top of the Charts: Music History Today Podcast February 26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 10:31


    On today's show, Michael Jackson's Thriller hits the top of the charts & Congress tries to ban rock 'n roll. 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 history05:14 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:11 Albums released on this date in music history 07:07 Singles released on this date in music history 07:25 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 08:15 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 09:59 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Frank Sinatra Performs For the Last Time: Music History Today Podcast February 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 11:29


    On today's show, Frank Sinatra performs for the last time & Tears For Fear release their best selling 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 fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history03:13 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:04 Albums released on this date in music history 06:49 Singles released on this date in music history 07:47 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 09:18 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:49 What's on tomorrow's episode

    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

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