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

Music History Today Network · Apr 16, 2026 · 11m

On today's show, Nelson Mandela gets a tribute concert, Kendrick wins an award, & happy birthday to Selena & Chance the Rapper.

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro

00:32 What happened on this date in music history

03:17 Music award ceremonies that were held on this date in music history

03:50 Albums released on this date in music history

06:24 Singles released on…