Your bite sized briefing on the daily history of the glorious art form known as music.
On the October 1 edition of Music History Today podcast, Barbra signs, Sony introduces the CD player, tragedy strikes Las Vegas, & the hills are alive with the sound of Julie Andrews's birthday. For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On this week's show, one man almost single handedly saves the music industry, two women do controversial things in back to back days, & we say happy birthday to a bunch of artists, including two Rock & Roll Hall of Fame members who were born 5 days apart.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 30 edition of Music History Today, BBC 1 radio premieres, as does Porgy & Bess, & the Magic Flute. Also, happy birthday to Trey Anastasio of Phish. For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 29 edition of Music History Today, Kurtis Blow makes history, & MTV introduces grunge to the mainstream. Plus, it's Jerry Lee Lewis's birthday.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 28 edition of Music History Today, Miles Davis passes away & Stevie Wonder releases a legendary 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/musichistorytoday
On the September 27 edition of Music History Today, Metallica loses a member, the Father of the Blues publishes the first blues song, & Lorde premieres. Plus, it's Avril Lavigne's & Lil Wayne's birthdays.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 26 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, On today's show, a famous musical premieres, a musical film premieres, & the Empress of the Blues passes awayFor more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On this week's episode, we look at the case for putting Motorhead into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytodayReview of Class of 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSMDYrumQfYRBvlZDAwyDY-wr7xRg4Ejw
On the September 25 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, John Bonham passes away, U2 forms, a musical hits Broadway, & a musical tv show premieres. Plus, it's Will Smith's birthday.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 24 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, it's a big music release day for classics from Nirvana, Soundgarden, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Styx, Prince, & Elvis. Also, it's Linda McCartney's birthday.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On this week's show, a music festival ends in tragedy, two jazz icons pass away, plus we talk about Broadway and give a birthday shoutout to a Queen and a Dame, who are both the same person.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 23 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, John Lennon records a classic, Steely Dan releases a classic, & Bob Marley performs for the last time. Plus, 3 legends are celebrating birthdays: the Boss, the Genius, & Trane.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 22 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, the first Farm Aid concert takes place & John Lennon signs his last record deal. For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 21 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, Jaco passes away, Nirvana releases its last album, & REM breaks up. Plus, it's Leonard Cohen's & Faith Hill's birthdays.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 20 edition of the Music History Today podcast, John Lennon leaves the Beatles, Jim Croce passes away tragically, & a famous album cover is created. Plus, a Thompson Twin & 2 sets of twins are celebrating birthdays today.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 19 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the PMRC hearing is held, & it's a big music release day. Plus, it's Lita Ford's birthday.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On this week's episode, we look at the case for putting The Runaways into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 18 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Scott Joplin gets paid, a grunge movie premieres, & a TV show about a radio station premieres. Plus, it's Dee Dee Ramone's birthday.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 17 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Keith Moon gets injured on television, RCA's first LP is released, & the only wall that matters is Pink Floyd's. Plus, it's Hank Williams's birthday.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On this week's show, a rock star's body gets stolen, a Prince recording gets the attention of Congress, an offhand comment by Bob Dylan turns into a concert charity event, & we say happy birthday to 3 legends who were all born on the same date of September 23. For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 16 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Miami Vice debuts, the Met opens at Lincoln Center, & Rapper's Delight gets released. Also, it's B.B. King's & Richard Marx's birthdays.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 15 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Huey Lewis breaks through, Johnny Ramone passes away, & Dire Straits break up. Plus, it's Roy Acuff's birthday.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 14 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Handel completes the Messiah, Clear Channel puts some artists on a naughty list, & the first MTV Video Music Awards takes place. Plus, it's Amy Winehouse's & Nas' birthdays.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 13 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Tupac passes away, Biggie debuts, Kanye is Kanye, & a ton of other things, including the event that sparked the National Anthem. Also, it's Fiona Apple's birthday.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 12 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the Monkees debut as does Ed Sheeran & Justin Timberlake, Johnny Cash passes away, & some MTV awards are given out. Also, it's Barry White's & Neil Peart's birthdays.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On this week's episode, we look at the case for putting Iron Maiden into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.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/musichistorytodayReview of Class of 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSMDYrumQfYRBvlZDAwyDY-wr7xRg4Ejw
On this somber September 11 edition of the Music History Today podcast, music plays its part in that terrible day's events in 2001, & the Father of the Blues releases a classic song. Plus, a lot of famous people share this birthday, including Harry Connick, Jr, Taraji Henson, Moby, & Ludacris.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 10 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Nirvana smells like teen spirit, the Fresh Prince debuts, & Michael Jackson performs in Manhattan less than 12 hours before the events of 9/11. Plus, it's Joe Perry's birthday.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On this week's show, we discuss the effects the events on September 11 had on music, we also talk about the first MTV Video Music Awards & an accidentally seductive performance of the ages that was on it, we celebrate the premiere of Miami ViceFor more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 9 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Elvis gets on Ed Sullivan, Nirvana takes one for the team, & Apple pisses off its customers by giving away a free album. Plus, its Otis Redding's birthday.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 8 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Michael kisses Lisa Marie, Chuck Berry duck walks, & Tom Waits drops Bone Machine. Plus, it's Alecia Beth Moore's birthday. You can call her Pink.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 7 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Tupac is shot, it's a big MTV Video Music Awards ceremony day, & 2 things related to September 11 take place...sort of. Plus, it's Buddy Holly's & Easy-E's birthdays.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 6 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Princess Diana is laid to rest & inspires the biggest selling single ever, Pavarotti passes away, & rockers get into a fight at the MTV Video Music Awards. Shocking. Plus, it's Roger Waters' & Foxy Brown's birthdays.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 5 edition of the Music History Today podcast, a car accident inspires a classic song, Jimmy Cliff is introduced to America. Plus, it's Farrokh Bulsara's birthday. You know him better as Freddie Mercury of Queen.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On this week's episode, we look at the case for putting Eddie Money into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.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/musichistorytodayReview of Class of 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSMDYrumQfYRBvlZDAwyDY-wr7xRg4Ejw
On the September 4 edition of the Music History Today podcast, American Idol crowns a winner, the Dream gets married, & a Motown group forms. Plus, rejoice, Bey Hive!! It's the Queen B's birthday!!!For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 3 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the Woz puts on a festival, Rush, George Michael, and Culture Club debut new projects, and a tv and radio classic ends. Plus, it's Steve Jones's birthday; the guitarist for the S** Pistols, not the futbol player.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On this week's show, American Idol gets huge, one of the most popular duos of all time reunite on a telethon, and we say happy birthday to a few legends, including the Queen Bey.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 2 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the Hall of Fame opens, the King of Pop sets a record, and Garth releases a mega smash. Plus, it's birthday greetings to members of Panic at the Disco, Toto, and Simply Red.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the September 1 edition of the Music History Today podcast, there's Hal David, Rush, and Boz Scaggs. Plus, birthday greetings go to Zendaya, Barry Gibb and Gloria Estefan.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the August 31 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Threepenny Opera premieres, George Harrison is found guilty, and Goat's Head Soup is served. Plus, it's a British knight's birthday today...seriously.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the August 30 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Kanye makes an announcement, the Go-Go's hang it up, and an event in Notting Hill inspires a classic song. Plus, it's Papa John's birthday; no, not the pizza guy.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the August 29 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Rock Against Racism is formed, George joins the Quarrymen, and we've got a lust for life. Plus, there are some huge birthdays, including Bird, Dinah, and the King of Pop.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On this week's episode, we look at the case for putting Tool into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.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/musichistorytodayReview of Class of 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSMDYrumQfYRBvlZDAwyDY-wr7xRg4Ejw
On the August 28 edition of the Music History Today podcast, there's no more rock and roll; at least for one band. Plus, it's country superstars Shania's and LeAnn's birthdays!! For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the August 27 edition of the Music History Today podcast, there's the Beatles, Pearl Jam debuts, & new age music...sort of. Plus, it's happy birthday to members of 2 of Canada's best bands: Rush & Arcade Fire.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On this week's show, a musical organization is started to combat racism from a couple of very surprising sources and no, we're not talking about present day politics. Plus, since that topic runs long and is depressing as all hell, we're going to do two segments with lots of birthdays, including one for a king, one for a knight, and a bunch of legends and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the August 26 edition of the Music History Today podcast, it's all about Laura Branigan, Bobby Darin, & Taylor Hicks. Plus, happy birthday to 1 of my favorite singers: Shirley Manson of Garbage!!!For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the August 25 edition of the Music History Today podcast, there's Aaliyah, Elton John, Kanye, & the Boss. Plus, it's Leonard Bernstein's birthday.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the August 24 edition of the Music History Today podcast, we have the Ramones, Mozart, the Stones, & Louis Prima. Plus, it's Pebbles' birthday: the singer, not the Flintstones character.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday
On the August 23 edition of the Music History Today podcast, there's the Beatles, Lou Reed, Bono. Plus, it's also Keith Moon & Rick Springfield's birthdays!!For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify Channel or subscribe to the audio version of my music history podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts fromALL MUSIC HISTORY TODAY PODCAST NETWORK LINKS - https://allmylinks.com/musichistorytoday