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Music History Today Network
Your music podcast network for all things music history. The podcasts are: The Music History Today daily podcast: a briefing on the daily history of the glorious art form known as music Music Halls of Fame Weekly Podcast, where we celebrate a year in music and an inductee that year of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, along with examining whether a given artist of the week deserves to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Plus, we talk about another Hall of Fame, music museum, or walk…
Episodes
Music History Today NetworkAll I Want For Christmas Is You Hits Number One: Music History In Depth Podcast December 18 - 24
On this week's episode of the Music History in Depth Podcast, we discuss how the most famous piece of classical music didn't have such a revered beginning…
Music History Today NetworkJimi Hendrix & Nirvana's MTV Unplugged concert both debut - Music History Today Podcast December 16
On the December 16 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Nirvana's MTV Unplugged concert premieres, Shania Twain sets a record, Jimi Hendrix releases his…
Music History Today NetworkSpice World Premieres, Lil Wayne Sets A Record: Music History Today Podcast December 15
On the December 15 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the Spice Girls premiere, Glenn Miller disappears, the original version of Folsom City Blues is…
Music History Today NetworkSaturday Night Fever Holds Its Premiere: Music History Today Podcast December 14
On the December 14 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Saturday Night Fever opens, Puccini premieres an opera, & happy birthday to Vanessa Hudgens…
Music History Today NetworkBeyonce Surprise Drops An Album & Taylor Swift Is Born: Music History Today Podcast December 13
On the December 13 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the first music store opens, Beyonce surprise drops an album, & happy birthday to Taylor Swift &…
Music History Today NetworkJim Morrison Plays With The Doors For Last Time: Music History Today Podcast December 12: Music History Today Podcast December 12
On the December 12 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Ike Turner passes away, Ace Frehley nearly does, Mick Taylor & Jim Morrison have finales, &…
Music History Today NetworkShould Slayer Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast
On this week's episode, we look at the case for putting Slayer into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. For more music history, subscribe to my…
Music History Today NetworkSam Cooke Passes Away: Music History Today Podcast December 11
On the December 11 edition of the Music History Today podcast, it's first gigs for Aretha Franklin, Genesis, the Velvet Underground, & happy birthday to…
Music History Today NetworkOtis Redding Passes Away, Led Zeppelin Reunites: Music History Today Podcast December 10
On the December 10 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Otis Redding passes away, Led Zeppelin reunites, CBGB opens up, & happy birthday to Meg White of…
Music History Today NetworkSam Cooke Is Gone & Saturday Night Fever Premieres - Music History In Depth Podcast December 11 - 17
On this week's show, we discuss the mystery surrounding Sam Cooke's death, the strange & scary case of Justin Bieber and 3 men, & we say happy birthday to…
Music History Today NetworkJim Morrison Gets Arrested Mid Concert - Music History Today Podcast December 9
On the December 9 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Jim Morrison gets arrested, a Charlie Brown Christmas (with it's now Christmas classic…
Music History Today NetworkJohn Lennon & Dimebag Darrell pass away - Music History Today Podcast December 8
On today's show, the world loses John Lennon & Dimebag Darrell, & Traffic releases their debut album. For more music history, subscribe to my YouTube Channel…
Music History Today NetworkEric Burdon Announces The End of The Animals: Music History Today Podcast December 7
On the December 7 edition of the Music History Today podcast, two movie musicals premiere, the Animals end, Greg Lake passes away, & happy birthday to Harry…
Music History Today NetworkPete Shelley of the Buzzcocks & Roy Orbison Pass Away: Music History Today Podcast December 6
On the December 6 edition of the Music History Today podcast, a music festival goes tragically wrong & it's not the Fyre Fest, the Eagles reunite before they…
Music History Today NetworkLittle Richard is Born & Mozart Passes Away: Music History Today Podcast December 5
On the December 5 edition of the Music History Today podcast, U2 does a first, John Lennon does a last, & Graham Nash quits one band to start another. Also…
Music History Today NetworkShould Sonic Youth Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast
On this week's episode, we look at the case for putting Sonic Youth into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. For more music history, subscribe…
Music History Today NetworkLed Zeppelin Break Up, Roy Orbison Plays For The Last Time: Music History Today Podcast December 4
On the December 4 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the Million Dollar Quartet performs, the Duke plays a legendary club, & a few people break up &…
Music History Today NetworkScott Weiland of Stone Temple Pilots Passes Away Music History Today Podcast December 3
On the December 3 edition of the Music History Today podcast, it's debut time for Madonna & Band Aid, Scott Weiland passes away, & there's a stampede at a Who…
Music History Today NetworkJohn Lennon, Otis Redding, Roy Orbison Pass Away: Music History In Depth Podcast December 4 - 10
On this week's show, we find out what happens when bad organizing, a biker gang, & beer mix together & we lose four music legends under completely different…
Music History Today NetworkMichael Jackson's Thriller Music Video Debuts on MTV: Music History Today Podcast December 2
On the December 2 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Thriller makes it to MTV, Dreamgirls premieres, & a radio station pulls a publicity stunt. Also…
Music History Today NetworkJohn Lennon Releases Happy XMas, Shania Twain Plays Vegas: Music History Today Podcast December 1
On the December 1 edition of the Music History Today podcast, John Lennon says Happy Christmas & Shania Twain plays Vegas. Also, happy birthday to the Divine…
Music History Today NetworkGlen Campbell & (Sort Of) Slayer Play Their Final Concerts: Music History Today Podcast November 30
On the November 30 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Slayer & Glen Campbell play their final concerts. Also, happy birthday to Billy Idol & Dick…
Music History Today NetworkGeorge Harrison Passes Away - Music History Today Podcast November 29
On the November 29 edition of the Music History Today podcast, two operas make history, Adele rolls, & George Harrison passes away. Also, happy birthday to…
Music History Today NetworkJohn Lennon Performs In Concert For The Last Time: Music History Today Podcast November 28
On the November 28 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the Grand Ole Opry radio show premieres, John Lennon plays with Elton John, & Prince & Britney…
Music History Today NetworkWho will be in the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, According to AI: Music Halls of Fame Podcast
On this week's episode, we look at who will be nominated for next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.For more music history, subscribe to my Spotify…
Music History Today NetworkIt's Jimi Hendrix's Birthday & Madonna Gets Banned Again - Music History Today Podcast November 27
On the November 27 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the Beatles start a Magical Mystery Tour, & Taylor breaks a record. Also, happy birthday to Jimi…
Music History Today NetworkMTV Goes Unplugged, Tina Turner is Born - Music History Today Podcast November 26
On the November 26 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, MTV goes unplugged, the beginning of the end of the CD officially begins, & Canadian police…
Music History Today NetworkJohn Lennon Pays Off A Bet To Elton John: Music History In Depth Podcast November 27 - December 3
On this week's show, Adele is influenced by an ex-boyfriend and a bus driver, a spitting incident inspires a record breaking album, John Lennon pays off a bet…
Music History Today NetworkThe Band Quits, Band Aid Records Do They Know It's Christmas - Music History Today Podcast November 25
On the November 25 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, the Band quits. Also, happy birthday to Amy Grant & Eric Sermon. For more music history…
Music History Today NetworkIconic Frontman Freddie Mercury of Queen Passes Away - Music History Today Podcast November 24
On the November 24 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, Freddie Mercury passes away, as does Eric Carr, & the Beatles get to work on the greatest album…
Music History Today NetworkRobert Johnson Records For The First Time, Dr, Who Premieres, Freddie Mercury Makes A Sad Announcement: Music History Today Podcast November 23
On the November 23 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, the blues master goes into the studio and Dr. Who premieres, along with its now familiar theme…
Music History Today NetworkMichael Hutchence of INXS Passes Away: Music History Today Podcast November 22
On the November 22 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the world loses Michael Hutchence & JFK, & Marconi incorporates. Also, happy birthday to Steven…
Music History Today NetworkOlivia Newton John's Physical Hits #1 On The charts: Music History Today Podcast November 21
On the November 21 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the Backstreet Boys, the Beatles, & Pharrell all make history. Also, happy birthday to Coleman…
Music History Today NetworkWho's Eligible For 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class For the 1st Time: Music Halls of Fame Podcast
On this week's episode, we look at who is eligible for the first time for next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.For more music history, subscribe…
Music History Today NetworkMichael Jackson & Phil Spector Get In Trouble With The Law: Music History Today Podcast November 20
On the November 20 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Mahler debuts, as does Amy Winehouse & Josh Groban in America, & Michael Jackson & Phil Spector…
Music History Today NetworkMilli Vanilli Lose Their Music History Today Podcast November 19
On the November 19 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Adam Levine becomes the sexiest man alive, Michael makes history twice for all the wrong…
Music History Today NetworkFreddie Mercury Dies, Band Aid Records: Music History In Depth Podcast November 20 - 26
On this week's episode of the Music History In Depth Podcast, a TV show that shaped music for the 90s premiered unceremoniously, two Christmas classics are…
Music History Today NetworkNirvana Records MTV Unplugged, Malcolm Young of AC/DC Dies: Music History Today Podcast November 18
On the November 18 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Michael Jackson's ranch gets raided, Walk the Line & One Direction premiere. & Nirvana unplugs…
Music History Today NetworkJohn Lennon & Yoko Ono Released Double Fantasy - Music History Today Podcast November 17
On the November 17 edition of the Music History Today podcast, John Lennon releases Double Fantasy, the Police debut, & Ritchie Blackmore quits Deep…
Music History Today NetworkR.E.M. Releases It's The End Of The World As We Know It: Music History Today Podcast November 16
On the November 16 edition of the Music History Today podcast, record labels threaten colleges,R.E.M. Releases a Cult Classic, & it's Watermelon Sugar time…
Music History Today NetworkBeastie Boys' Licensed to Ill, Milli Vanilli Get in Trouble: Music History Today Podcast November 15
On the November 15 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Milli Vanilli gets in trouble, & the Beastie Boys & Drake come out with mega albums. Also, happy…
Music History Today NetworkMichael Jackson Premieres Thriller & Black Or White Videos: Music History Today Podcast November 14
On the November 14 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Michael Jackson premieres in a theater & on tv, Pink Floyd is an opening act, & Jay-Z releases a…
Music History Today NetworkWhat Happened At The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony: Music Halls of Fame Podcast
On this week's episode, we look at what happened during the broadcast of the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Disney Plus. For more music…
Music History Today NetworkTribe Called Quest Performs With Phife Dawg One Last Time: Music History Today Podcast November 13
On the November 13 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Tribe Called Quest perform for the last time with Phife, & Taylor Swift breaks a record. Also…
Music History Today NetworkAbbey Road Studios Open & It's Neil Young's Birthday: Music History Today Podcast November 12
On the November 12 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Billboard starts a new chart, Katy Perry gets a fragrance, & Madonna releases Like a Virgin…
Music History Today NetworkSpice Girls Break a Record, Thriller Music Video Premieres: Music History In Depth Podcast November 13 - 19
On this week's episode of the Music History In Depth Podcast, an event happens at a Paris club, two music videos exactly 8 years apart to the day both create…
Music History Today NetworkINXS End Their Career, Louis Armstrong Starts Recording: Music History Today Podcast November 11
On the November 11 edition of the Music History Today podcast, Prince starts a tour, INXS finishes a tour, & Louis Armstrong starts an historic recording…
Music History Today NetworkUptown Funk & Taylor Swift's Reputation Are Released - Music History Today Podcast November 10
On the November 10 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, Uptown Funk gonna give it to you & Sesame Street premieres. Also, happy birthday to Eve & Diplo…
Music History Today NetworkDavid Bowie Gives His Last Performance - Music History Today Podcast November 9
On the November 9 edition of the Music History Today podcast, the Wu-Tang Clan debuts, Madonna breaks a record, & David Bowie plays his last gig. For more…
Music History Today NetworkLed Zeppelin IV Gets Released - Music History Today Podcast November 8
On the November 8 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, Led Zeppelin IV is released, Jason Newsted plays with Metallica for the first time, & happy…
Music History Today NetworkJoni Mitchell is Born & Leonard Cohen Passes Away - Music History Today Podcast November 7
On the November 7 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, Bette Midler has two entries, Leonard Cohen passes, & Alice in Chains debuts. Also, happy…
Music History Today NetworkShould Mariah Carey Be Inducted Into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Music Halls of Fame Podcast
On this week's episode, we look at the case for putting Mariah Carey into next year's class of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.For more music history, subscribe…
Music History Today NetworkAerosmith & The Sex Pistols Play Their First Gig: Music History Today Podcast November 6
On the November 6 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, Aerosmith & the Sex Pistols play their first gigs & Madonna justifies her love. Also, happy…
Music History Today NetworkElvis Leaves the Building & Robin Gibb Makes History: Music History Today Podcast November 5
On the November 5 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, Robin Gibb becomes a hero, Nat King Cole debuts, & Elvis leaves the building. Also, happy…
Music History Today NetworkLed Zeppelin IV Gets Released: Music History In Depth Podcast November 6 - 12
This week on the Music History In Depth Podcast, a top selling album from a legendary rock band gets released, a trendsetting music video from legendary rock…
Music History Today NetworkBob Dylan Plays Carnegie Hall For The First Time - Music History Today Podcast November 4
On the November 4 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, Bob Dylan plays Carnegie Hall to not a lot of people & Dylan also has a bad rumor said about him…
Music History Today NetworkMichael Jackson Starts a Dance Craze & It's Not the Moonwalk: Music History Today Podcast November 3
On the November 3 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, 2 Broadway shows open, a classic rendition of a song is released, & Vanilla Ice sets a record…
Music History Today NetworkBaby Shark Breaks A Record: Music History Today Podcast November 2
On the November 2 edition of the Music History Today Podcast, we have Michael Jackson, Carly Simon, & the late Fats Domino. Also, happy birthday to K.D. Lang &…
Music History Today NetworkTakeoff of Migos Passes Away - Music History Today Podcast November 1
On the November 1 edition of the Music History Today podcast, we have James Brown, George Harrison, & Def Jam. Also, happy birthday to Anthony Kiedis of Red…
Music History Today NetworkPhish Start Their Halloween Costume Concerts, Ed Sullivan Sees Beatlemania - Music History Today Podcast October 31
Happy Halloween!!! On the October 31 edition of Music History Today podcast, we've got Queen, the Stooges, Kiss, & Lifehouse. Also, happy birthday to members…