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    Hamilton Rules Tonys, Beastie Boys Perform for The Last Time: Music History Today Podcast June 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 43:54


    From the Music History Today Podcast Network, this is the Music History Today Podcast for June 12. On today's show, the Beastie Boys play for the last time, the Beach Boys record some classics, & Mariah Carey says hello.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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history06:24 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history10:59 Albums released on this date in music history 21:39 Singles released on this date in music history 29:42 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 39:10 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 43:21 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Tracy Chapman Makes History, Ferris Bueller Takes a Day Off: Music History Today Podcast June 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 43:11


    From the Music History Today Podcast Network, this is the Music History Today Podcast for June 10. On today's show, A musical about witches premieres, while the legend who played a memorable role in the movie version of the book that the musical is based on is born.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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history12:32 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history14:55 Albums released on this date in music history 25:31 Singles released on this date in music history 28:58 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 38:56 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 41:49 What's on tomorrow's episode

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 29:43


    This week on the Who Deserves to be Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Podcast, we look at the case for putting The Pixies into the Hall.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters:00:00 Intro 00:17 The Pixies History08:04 The Pixies Commercial Success09:46 The Pixies Awards13:25 Who The Pixies Influenced19:10 Why The Pixies Should Be Inducted22:28 Why The Pixies Shouldn't Be Inducted28:24 Outro

    Journey's Don't Stop Believin' gets popular again, Wicked opens: Music History Today Podcast June 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 42:25


    From the Music History Today Podcast Network, this is the Music History Today Podcast for June 10. On today's show, A musical about witches premieres, while the legend who played a memorable role in the movie version of the book that the musical is based on is born.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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history12:32 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history14:55 Albums released on this date in music history 25:31 Singles released on this date in music history 28:58 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 38:56 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 41:49 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Rolling Stones Release Some Girls, Left Eye Burns Down The House: Music History Today Podcast June 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 37:51


    From the Music History Today Podcast Network, this is the Music History Today Podcast for June 9. On today's show, Left Eye sets the place on fire, Bruce signs, and Tina Turner has a movie open.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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history09:50 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history12:44 Albums released on this date in music history 20:40 Singles released on this date in music history 21:20 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 30:38 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 37:14 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Rolling Stones Fire Brian Jones, Beat Street Opens: Music History Today Podcast June 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 43:53


    From the Music History Today Podcast Network, this is the Music History Today Podcast for June 8. On today's show, Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones gets fired but the world finds out later, a cult classic movie premieres, & Rick Wakeman leaves.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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history09:21 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history13:25 Albums released on this date in music history 20:59 Singles released on this date in music history 26:57 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 37:09 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 43:20 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened June 7 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast June 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2026 42:36


    This is the Music History Today Podcast for June 7. On today's show, Prince gives himself an interesting birthday gift, Grease starts its on Broadway run, a magazine article that inspired a movie is printed, and Blind Faith plays their first 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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history12:54 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history17:46 Albums released on this date in music history 23:29 Singles released on this date in music history 23:59 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 36:38 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 42:03 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened June 6 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast June 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 47:41


    This is the Music History Today podcast for June 6. On today's show, the Beatles meet George Martin, a legendary show signs off, Michael Jackson quits, and the country goes down the slipping slope of censorship. 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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history12:48 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history17:00 Albums released on this date in music history 25:01 Singles released on this date in music history 28:33 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 40:55 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 47:06 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened June 5 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast June 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 40:15


    This is the Music History Today podcast for June 5. On today's show, Mariah Carey and Jennifer Lopez get married (not to each other) and David Bowie debuts but not as David Bowie.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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history12:06 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history16:19 Albums released on this date in music history 22:17 Singles released on this date in music history 24:27 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 34:23 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 39:43 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened June 4 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast June 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 51:24


    This is the Music History Today podcast for June 4. On today's show, the gig that changed the world took place, Springsteen released his biggest selling album, and Janis Joplin joined Big Brother.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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history15:34 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history20:15 Albums released on this date in music history 27:10 Singles released on this date in music history 30:07 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 41:39 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 50:47 What's on tomorrow's episode

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 26:02


    This week on the Who Deserves to be Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Podcast, we look at the case for putting Jeff Buckley into the Hall.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters:00:00 Intro 00:17 Jeff Buckley History07:14 Jeff Buckley Commercial Success08:12 Jeff Buckley Awards10:35 Who Jeff Buckley Influenced15:14 Why Jeff Buckley Should Be Inducted19:02 Why Jeff Buckley Shouldn't Be Inducted24:10 Outro

    What Happened June 3 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast June 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 48:35


    This is the Music History Today podcast for June 3. On today's show, we have the WuTang Clan, rock and roll gets banned; even Bill Clinton and Elvis make appearances. 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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history13:43 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history16:32 Albums released on this date in music history 23:00 Singles released on this date in music history 24:57 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 40:32 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 48:01 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened June 2 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast June 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 41:00


    This is the Music History Today podcast for June 2. On today's show, Alan Freed gets a new gig & Lil Kim & BTS make chart 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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history12:38 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history15:19 Albums released on this date in music history 22:43 Singles released on this date in music history 23:58 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 33:45 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 40:21 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened June 1 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast June 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 47:59


    This is the Music History Today podcast for June 1. On today's show, The Beatles release a classic in America, a solo Beatle records a classic, and a fire burns classics.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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history14:59 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history17:24 Albums released on this date in music history 26:44 Singles released on this date in music history 30:55 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 41:26 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 47:25 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 31 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 31

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 27:32


    From the Music History Today Podcast Network, this is the Music History Today podcast for May 31. On today's show, Jimi Hendrix enlists, the Who breaks a record, and the King of Mambo 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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history09:20 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history10:33 Albums released on this date in music history 11:52 Singles released on this date in music history 13:36 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 22:40 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 26:53 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 30 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 30

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 32:01


    From the Music History Today Podcast Network, this is the Music History Today podcast for May 30. On today's show, the Beatles start working on a new album and also release a few songs.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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history08:33 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history09:26 Albums released on this date in music history 13:23 Singles released on this date in music history 15:11 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 26:16 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 31:29 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 29 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 29

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 38:00


    From the Music History Today Podcast Network, this is the Music History Today podcast for May 29. On today's show, one of the biggest selling songs ever written was recorded and Tina Turner made her comeback.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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history13:26 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history14:45 Albums released on this date in music history 18:28 Singles released on this date in music history 21:19 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 31:34 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 37:27 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 28 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 28

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 31:11


    From the Music History Today Podcast Network, this is the Music History Today podcast for May 28. On today's show, a rich guy holds his own music festival, a rock group's classic lineup begins & then reunites for a tour, and a music organization is formed. 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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history09:47 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history10:58 Albums released on this date in music history 14:31 Singles released on this date in music history 16:51 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 25:48 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 30:39 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Should The B-52s Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 18:56


    This week on the Who Deserves to Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Podcast, we look at the case for putting the band The B-52s into the Hall in 2027.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 The B-52s History03:01 The B-52s Commercial Success04:51 The B-52s Awards06:35 Who The B-52s Influenced10:00 Why The B-52s Should Be Inducted13:34 Why The B-52s Shouldn't Be Inducted17:38 Outro

    What Happened May 27 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 27

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 42:25


    From the Music History Today Podcast Network, this is the Music History Today podcast for May 27. On today's show, 50 Cent proves that as a baseball player, he makes a great rapper, Michael meets Lisa Marie, and a legendary Dylan album is released, along with a controversial Sex Pistols song (okay, all of their songs were controversial but this one REALLY was). 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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history13:40 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history15:34 Albums released on this date in music history 22:40 Singles released on this date in music history 28:36 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 37:56 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 41:48 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 26 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 44:22


    From the Music History Today Podcast Network, this is the Music History Today podcast for May 26. On today's show, tragedy strikes at a teen idol's concert and Michael and Lisa Marie get 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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history15:49 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history19:02 Albums released on this date in music history 23:52 Singles released on this date in music history 26:55 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 38:41 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 43:47 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 25 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 52:21


    On today's show, everybody holds hands for charity, counts records in a completely different way, and hears an iconic soundtrack for the very first time when Star Wars opens.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 00:34 What happened on this date in music history24:05 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history26:11 Albums released on this date in music history 31:58 Singles released on this date in music history 33:26 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 43:44 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 51:47 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 24 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 24

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 27:42


    On today's show, Madonna causes controversy...again, Garth Brooks gets married, & the world loses a Duke and the Queen of Rock & 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 history15:57 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history20:09 Albums released on this date in music history 22:27 Singles released on this date in music history 23:42 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 25:52 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 26:55 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 23 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 23

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 14:24


    On today's show, the Doors get an iconic house band gig & Tom Petty files for bankruptcy.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 history04:24 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:45 Albums released on this date in music history 09:13 Singles released on this date in music history 10:02 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 12:30 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 13:45 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 22 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 22

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 15:36


    On today's show, an Ariana Grande concert turns tragic, Bruce records his first single, and police stop a non-riot.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 history04:44 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history08:28 Albums released on this date in music history 10:45 Singles released on this date in music history 12:07 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 13:50 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 15:03 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 21 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 21

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 15:12


    On today's show, an Ariana Grande concert turns tragic, Bruce records his first single, and police stop a non-riot.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 history06:00 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history08:18 Albums released on this date in music history 10:14 Singles released on this date in music history 11:28 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 13:26 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 14:35 What's on tomorrow's episode

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

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 15:05


    This week on the Who Deserves to Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Podcast, we look at the case for putting the band The Buzzcocks into the Hall in 2027.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 The Buzzcocks History04:08 The Buzzcocks Commercial Success05:24 The Buzzcocks Awards06:53 Who The Buzzcocks Influenced08:32 Why The Buzzcocks Should Be Inducted11:21 Why The Buzzcocks Shouldn't Be Inducted13:51 Outro

    What Happened May 20 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 20

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 15:25


    On today's show, Drake breaks a record and the Real World starts to get real. 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 history06:04 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history07:40 Albums released on this date in music history 10:18 Singles released on this date in music history 11:37 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 13:39 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 14:53 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 19 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 19

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 11:24


    On today's show, Marilyn Monroe seduces, Billy Ray Cyrus debuts, Glee Mania begins.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history04:47 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:25 Albums released on this date in music history 06:58 Singles released on this date in music history 07:51 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 09:46 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 10:51 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 18 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 18

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 16:01


    On today's show, the music world loses Ian Curtis of Joy Division and Chris Cornell of Soundgarden.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 history08:34 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history10:03 Albums released on this date in music history 11:07 Singles released on this date in music history 11:39 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 13:45 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 15:22 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 17 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 17

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2026 17:39


    On today's show, Daft Punk release their biggest album to date and the "Champagne Music Man" and the Queen of Disco both 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 history07:48 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history08:42 Albums released on this date in music history 11:52 Singles released on this date in music history 13:06 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 15:09 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 16:56 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 16 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 16

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 21:01


    On today's show, 2 greats in their fields pass away on the same day, a classic album is released, and a man goes from being a star to being a megastar, with the help of a tv performance and a dance move. 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 history11:07 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history11:39 Albums released on this date in music history 15:01 Singles released on this date in music history 16:30 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 18:39 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 20:26 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 15 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 15

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 17:45


    On today's show, a legendary group signs a record deal, a legendary group lineup debuts, and a legendary record makes its 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 history06:27 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history09:23 Albums released on this date in music history 12:37 Singles released on this date in music history 13:34 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 16:08 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 17:09 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 14 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 14

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 18:01


    On today's show, we have the passing of two of the most influential artists of the 20th century and a reunion of sorts of an influential bandFor 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 history08:35 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history11:37 Albums released on this date in music history 13:47 Singles released on this date in music history 14:29 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 16:02 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 17:21 What's on tomorrow's episode

    Should The Black Crowes Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2027: Music Halls of Fame Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 22:31


    This week on the Who Deserves to Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Podcast, we look at the case for putting the band The Black Crowes into the Hall in 2027.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 The Black Crowes History05:24 The Black Crowes Commercial Success06:33 The Black Crowes Awards07:44 Who The Black Crowes Influenced10:46 Why The Black Crowes Should Be Inducted14:22 Why The Black Crowes Shouldn't Be Inducted21:43 Outro

    What Happened May 13 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 13

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 13:31


    On today's show, Doris Day passes away & Elvis accidentally starts a riot.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 history06:38 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history08:18 Albums released on this date in music history 09:47 Singles released on this date in music history 10:29 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 12:00 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 12:48 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 12 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 12

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 16:17


    On today's show, U2 celebrates a milestone and starts a trend & Pink Floyd gets banned.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 history06:22 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history08:09 Albums released on this date in music history 11:59 Singles released on this date in music history 12:58 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 14:27 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 15:46 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 11 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 11

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 15:21


    On today's show, two musicals open and a bunch of music greats 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 history07:12 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history08:22 Albums released on this date in music history 10:12 Singles released on this date in music history 12:09 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 13:28 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 14:49 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 10 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 10

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 14:21


    On the May 10 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Clapton records a Bob Marley song that gives him his first number one single and a riot breaks out at an opera house in New York City. Also, bust a move with Young MC on his birthday, along with Sid Vicious, & Bono.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 history05:30 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:59 Albums released on this date in music history 08:48 Singles released on this date in music history 10:46 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 12:30 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 13:47 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 9 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 9

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 12:15


    On today's edition of Music History Today, the legend of Bruce begins, Louis Armstrong Ends the Beatles reign at number one, and the Beatles & the Rolling Stones sign on the dotted line.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 history05:23 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:03 Albums released on this date in music history 07:19 Singles released on this date in music history 09:13 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:35 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 11:44 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 8 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 8

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 13:40


    On today's edition of Music History Today, Bob Dylan throws flashcards, a boy band premieres, and another Beatles classic gets released. Also, happy birthday to Robert Johnson and Alex Van Halen.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 history04:54 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history05:41 Albums released on this date in music history 07:57 Singles released on this date in music history 10:08 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 11:31 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 13:05 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 7 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 7

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 14:54


    On today's edition of Music History Today, Beethoven premieres a masterpiece and Steve Perry leaves Journey. 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 history05:38 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:02 Albums released on this date in music history 08:21 Singles released on this date in music history 11:37 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 12:46 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 14:21 What's on tomorrow's episode

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

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 21:58


    This week, we're going to look at the case for one of the pioneers of alternative indie rock, The Smiths, 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 The Smiths History06:47 The Smiths Commercial Success08:01 The Smiths Awards10:34 Who The Smiths Influenced15:13 Why The Smiths Should Be Inducted16:44 Why The Smiths Shouldn't Be Inducted20:24 Outro

    What Happened May 6 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 6

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 14:20


    On today's edition of Music History Today, a classic guitar rift is created in a dream and Audioslave visits Cuba.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 history06:46 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history07:50 Albums released on this date in music history 10:10 Singles released on this date in music history 11:28 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 12:15 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 13:50 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 5 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 5

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 12:17


    On today's Revenge of the 5th edition of Music History Today (or Cinco de Mayo if you prefer), Solange finds no love in an elevator with Jay-Z, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame finds its home, and a legendary music hall opens. 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 history04:37 Albums released on this date in music history 07:06 Singles released on this date in music history 09:09 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:21 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 11:41 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 4 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 4

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 13:35


    Happy Star Wars day!!! May the 4th be with you!!! On today's edition of Music History Today, we have the first Grammys J Lo debuts, & Kendrick releases a diss track for the ages. Plus, a member of the Beastie Boys & 4 kids at Kent State University in Ohio are 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/musichistorytodayChapters: 00:00 Intro 00:32 What happened on this date in music history05:56 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:41 Albums released on this date in music history 08:28 Singles released on this date in music history 10:02 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 11:48 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 13:03 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 3 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 3

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2026 17:36


    On today's show, Boston riots, Fall Out Boy releases an album, and Bing Crosby makes two segments. 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 history07:42 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history08:27 Albums released on this date in music history 10:55 Singles released on this date in music history 14:12 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 15:39 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 17:02 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 2 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2026 14:40


    On today's show, Bruce Springsteen signs a deal and Rob Halford gets back to business. 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 history06:50 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history07:15 Albums released on this date in music history 09:50 Singles released on this date in music history 11:18 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 12:32 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 14:04 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened May 1 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast May 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 12:25


    On today's show, Mozart debuts a classic, Elvis marries Priscilla, and LL Cool J goes acoustic. 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 history05:39 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history06:23 Albums released on this date in music history 07:56 Singles released on this date in music history 09:23 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 10:22 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 11:52 What's on tomorrow's episode

    What Happened April 30 In Music Entertainment and News History: Music History Today Podcast April 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 13:50


    On today's show, the legend of Keith Moon continues & Led Zeppelin breaks a record.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 history07:17 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history07:43 Albums released on this date in music history 09:23 Singles released on this date in music history 10:42 Birthdays of music artists on this date in music history 12:06 Passings of music artists on this date in music history 13:17 What's on tomorrow's episode

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 15:14


    This week, we're going to look at the case for the rock group Kansas 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 Kansas History06:10 Kansas Commercial Success08:16 Kansas Awards08:46 Who Kansas Influenced09:12 Why Kansas Should Be Inducted11:12 Why Kansas Shouldn't Be Inducted13:45 Kansas Future14:06 Outro

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