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This Week In Music History Podcast With Marty Miller

This Week In Music History Podcast With Marty Miller

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Marty Miller’s Music History. July 21st

Join Marty Miller as we travel through another week in music history, from July 21st to 25th! This episode highlights iconic moments, including the groundbreaking release of Guns N' Roses' "Appetite for Destruction" in 1987, an album that shook the music world. We'll revisit Roger Waters' monumental concert at the Berlin Wall in 1990, featuring jaw-dropping visuals and an audience of 350,000. Plus, we reflect on the poignant loss of Amy Winehouse in 2011, who officially joined the 27 Club, and recall the trouble at a Rolling Stones show in 1964—an event that led to a lengthy ban on the band. All this and more, packed into under 10 minutes!

Jul 21, 20258 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - July 14th

Join Marty Miller for another look into music history, diving into the events from July 14th to 18th! In this episode, we reflect on the tragic loss of singer-songwriter Harry Chapin, who died too soon in a car accident at just 38. We also remember Deep Purple co-founder John Lord, who passed away at 71, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable music. Zipping through the decades, we'll revisit the infamous breaking point of the Everly Brothers during a heated concert and celebrate the musical genius of Elton John, who began an impressive five-week reign atop the charts in 1972. All this and more, packed into under 10 minutes!

Jul 14, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - July 7th

Join Marty Miller for another superfast journey through music history, from July 7th to 11th! In this episode, we take a nostalgic trip back to 1967 as The Monkees hit the road with the legendary Jimi Hendrix as their opening act—albeit briefly due to audience reactions!!! We remember Pink Floyd's Sid Barrett, who passed away in 2006 at the age of 60. Then, we'll explore the unforgettable concert with Bob Dylan and Van Morrison at Slane Castle and the trouble that arrived in Slane in 1984. . Plus, we delve into some special auction moments, including the sale of Bob Dylan's childhood home. All this and more, in under 10 minutes!

Jul 7, 20259 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - June 30th

Join Marty Miller as we take a trip through music history from June 30th to July 4th! This week, we explore KISS’s infamous comic book launch that literally mixed their blood with ink and the creative genius behind 10cc's timeless hit "I'm Not In Love." We'll also revisit pivotal moments, like when Brian Jones tragically joined the 27 Club and Axl Rose's riotous antics at a Guns N' Roses gig. Plus, we touch on the launch of the iconic Sony Walkman and the unforgettable moment when Jim Morrison’s life was cut short. All this and more, in under 10 minutes!

Jun 30, 20258 min

Marty Miller’s Music History

Join Marty Miller as we dive into an jam-packed week of music history from June 23rd to 27th! This episode takes a poignant look at the legacy of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, who tragically passed away in 2009 at just 50 years old. We’ll also explore the auction of a lock of David Bowie's hair that fetched an astounding $18,750! Discover the allure of Elvis Presley’s crypt, put up for auction in 2012, and relive Eric Clapton's charitable guitar auction that amassed £5 million for his rehab clinic. Plus, we reflect on iconic performances and unforgettable moments in music. All this and more in under 10 minutes!

Jun 23, 20258 min

Marty Miller’s This Week in Music History

Join Marty Miller as we take a trip through music history from June 16th to 20th! This week, we dive into the dramatic moment in 2016 when Meatloaf collapsed on stage, leaving fans in shock. We'll also explore David Bowie's creative genius with the release of "Ziggy Stardust" in 1972, and how his vision of an alien persona was influenced by his understanding of Japanese culture. We'll touch on essential milestones like the mass production of vinyl records and how John Lennon's handwritten lyrics sold for a staggering 1.2 million pounds. Plus, reminisce about Prince’s in Cork and Amy Winehouse’s challenging performance in Belgrade. All this and more, in under 10 minutes!

Jun 16, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - June 9th

Join Marty Miller as we zip through another week in music history, covering June 9th to 13th! Remember the buzz in 2006 about Led Zeppelin's secret rehearsals? Listen in on the actual rehearsal happening! Plus, we’ll chat about Paul McCartney’s "low-key" wedding in Ireland in 2002, and the wild punch-up between Liam Gallagher and Mick Hucknall in 1998. From The Beatles’ explosive arrival in Australia in 1964 to Dave Grohl’s shocking onstage accident in 2015, this episode is packed with unforgettable moments. We’ll also reflect on the iconic album "Jagged Little Pill" by Alanis Morissette and the legacy of Anita Pallenberg. All this and more — in less than 10 minutes!

Jun 9, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - June 2nd

Join Marty Miller as we journey through the week of June 2nd to June 6th in music history! We revisit Phil Lynott's unforgettable question about Irish heritage and the mad tale of Ray Davies making a transatlantic trip just to change one word in a song. We'll also dive into moments like Wings setting a record with a massive indoor concert, and Bill Wyman's controversial marriage. Plus, remember the talents of Billy Preston and the chaos of the Faces. All this, and more, in under 10 minutes!

Jun 2, 202510 min

Marty Miller’s Music History May 26th

Join Marty Miller as we embark on another trip through time in This Week in Music History, exploring the week of May 26th to 30th! Discover the groundbreaking moment when the Rolling Stones topped the charts with the first number one featuring a sitar. We'll also delve into John and Yoko's iconic bed-in for peace that started on May 26th, and reminisce about the late Andy Fletcher of Depeche Mode, a true backbone of the band. Plus, witness the drama of Paula Yates in court over Michael Hutchence, and hear about the surreal experience of recording “Help Me Rhonda” with the Beach Boys. All this, and more, in under 10 minutes

May 26, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - May 19th

Quick, educational, entertaining, but mostly quick!! This is May 19th to 24th in Music History. Jerry Lee Lewis and his 14 year old bride feature. She was also his 3rd cousin. Hear from Patti Boyd about leaving George Harrison for Eric Clapton and loads more. All in less than 10 minutes.

May 19, 20259 min

Marty Miller’s Music History Podcast

Join Marty Miller for another episode of This Week in Music History, zooming through the week of May 12th to 16th! This time, we celebrate pivotal moments, starting with the iconic signing of the Sex Pistols by Richard Branson in 1977, which changed the game forever. We’ll also catch up with Bruce Springsteen’s candlelit wedding to Julianne Phillips in 1985. Plus, we’ll remember the legendary B.B. King, who left our world in 2015, and dive into wild stories like the Rolling Stones’ car chaos and the release of the Beach Boys' masterpiece, Pet Sounds. All this in under 10 minutes—let’s travel through time!

May 12, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - May 5th

Get ready for another time-traveling journey with Marty Miller in This Week in Music History, as we zip through the week of May 5th to 9th! In this episode, The Rolling Stones telling Donald Trump to stop playing their music during his campaign. We also look back to 1965 when Mick and Keith crafted the iconic riff for “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” in a Florida hotel room. Plus, hear about Bruce Springsteen’s long-awaited television debut on SNL and reminisce about the legacy of Little Richard, the true founding father of rock and roll. All this and more in under 10 minutes!

May 5, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - April 28th

Ready for another blast of time travel? It's This Week In Music History with Marty Miller as we dive into the week of April 28th to May 2nd! This episode reveals some wild tales, including the time in 1982 when Led Zeppelin faced accusations of summoning Satan through their classic "Stairway to Heaven." Plus, hear about Bruce Springsteen's daring visit to Elvis Presley’s Graceland and the antics of Keith Moon, who famously blocked off a New York street to throw his hotel contents from the window. We’ll also touch on memorable moments from Elvis's wedding to Priscilla and Kurt Cobain's tragic legacy. All this and more, in under 10 minutes!

Apr 28, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - April 21st

Join Marty Miller as we blast off into another edition of This Week in Music History, taking a look at the happenings from April 21st to 25th! This week, we’ll explore the mysterious disappearance of The Clash's Joe Strummer, and the unexpected circumstances that led him to Paris. We also remember the iconic Prince, who was tragically found at Paisley Park in 2016. Plus, relive the unforgettable moment when Paul McCartney and John Lennon almost reunited for SNL in 1976. This Week in Music History is packed with unforgettable music milestones—all in under 10 minutes!

Apr 21, 20259 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - April 14th

Ready for another journey through music history with Marty Miller as we explore the week of April 14th to 18th! This episode pays tribute to punk legend Joey Ramone, who passed away in 2001, with memories from fans and friends. We also rewind to 1972 when David Bowie released “Starman,” changing the music landscape forever. From Kiss’s shocking reunion at the Grammys to Morrissey's curious stage exit at Coachella, Plus, we remember the influential Storm Thorgerson, the graphic designer and artist behind iconic album covers for Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin. All of this in under 10 minutes!

Apr 14, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - April 7th to 11th

Buckle up for a ride through music history with Marty Miller in this week's episode! From psychedelic Rolls-Royce makeovers by John Lennon in 1967 to George Michael's unexpected arrest in 1998, we've got tales that span the decades. Celebrate Bruce Springsteen’s first full-scale tour outside of North America and the unforgettable moment Kurt Cobain was discovered in 1994. We'll highlight Nirvana's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Plus, Pink Floyd returns with new music in 2022, reflecting on the spirit of Ukraine. Get ready, because this week has everything you need in less than 10 minutes!

Apr 7, 20256 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - March 31st

Dive into another episode of "This Week in Music History" with Marty Miller! In just under 10 minutes, we journey through iconic moments from March 31st to April 4th. Discover how Bob Dylan finally accepted his long-awaited Nobel Prize in Literature, and hear the story behind Phil Spector's lengthy production of The Beatles' "Let It Be." We also revisit Jimi Hendrix's legendary guitar stunt, Marvin Gaye’s tragic fate, and the unfortunate passing of Lynyrd Skynyrd's original drummer, Bob Burns. Plus, let’s not forget Neil Young's pivotal role in Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young's triumphant debut album.

Mar 31, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - March 24th

Join Marty Miller as we take a whirlwind trip through music history for the week of March 24th to 28th! From Stevie Wonder's powerful stance against apartheid to U2 creating chaos in Los Angeles, this episode highlights pivotal moments that shaped the music scene. Discover how Debbie Harry broke new ground with "Rapture" and the story behind John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s iconic bed-in for peace. We also reflect on the untimely loss of talent like Taylor Hawkins and Paul Hester, reminding us of the fragility of life in the spotlight. Get ready to experience all of this in just under 10 minutes!

Mar 24, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - March 17th

March 17th to 21st in Music History sounds like this. Back in 1967 the first woman to appear on a Beatles record makes her mark. Disaster and horror for Ozzy Osbourne this week in 1982 And we didn’t know it at the time, this week aylor Hawkins would play his last ever show with Foo Fighters.. or anyone for that matter.

Mar 17, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - March 10th

Hello there and welcome to another week in Music History. Another chance to "time travel" the decades of March 10th to 14th The week Sex Pistols continued the give 2 fingers to the establishment, Rod Stewart couldn't get his Ferrari down what and the week Paul McCartney hitched Linda. With a quick lunch and back to the studio! Thanks for listening

Mar 10, 20258 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - March 3rd

Hello there. Fancy bashing through a week of Music History in jig time!?? You're at the right place. Here we 'time travel' March 3rd to 7th in less than 10 minutes. Visiting history making events with Led Zeppelin and John Lennon. There's breakups, scandal and more...

Mar 3, 20258 min

Marty Miller’s Music History Podcast

Hi there. New Podcast Alert! Looking at Feb 24th to 28th in Music History. Trouble in 2016 for Dolores O Riordan, same deal for Keith Richards in 1977 - Trouble and in 2015, a bargain related to Paul McCartney. Listen to the week in Music History, the podcast now.

Feb 24, 20258 min

Marty Miller’s Music History Feb 17th

This week in Music History, Freddie Mercury's final stage appearance, he doesn't say much. Ozzy back at The Alamo after paying his disrepect's in 1982 and The Beatles reinventing themselves in 1967. Hear about these stories and much more too, this week in Music History. Feb 17th to 21st

Feb 17, 20257 min

Marty Miller’s Music History

Hello there. This week looking at the week of Febuary 10th to 14th in Music History. The true cost of marriage as one Beatle pays out this week in 2008. We drop in on 1977 and sounding great, introducing The Police and their first single. And in 1973, confusion and worry at a David Bowie gig in Radio City NY

Feb 10, 20258 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - Feb 3rd

This was the week the music died. Back in 1959. Buddy Holly was gone. (Sidenote Buddy, BTW was one of the reasons that John Lennon wore his glasses in public) Sticking in the 50’s for the news report alone, Rock'N'Roll was visiting the UK and it was a big deal! And in 2011 this week it was goodbye to an Irish guitar hero. Find out how this week shapes up in Music History now.

Feb 3, 20258 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - January 27th

This week in Music History, the very beginning of the end for Michael Jackson, even if it was 1984, Stevie Nicks tells it like it was and in 1969 The Beatles bring London to a standstill, meet the copper sent to quieten them down! Time travel through a week in music history in less than 10 minutes. Thanks for listening.

Jan 27, 20256 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - January 20th

Time travelling through the week of January 20th to 24th, the week we said goodbye to Meatloaf, Lisa Marie Presley and a few more, like Allen Collins from Lynyrd Skynrd and Jimmy Bain. Jimmy died performing with Def Leppard. Hear the week here and now, in less than 10 minutes.

Jan 20, 20259 min

Marty Miller’s Music History - Jan 13th

Looking at the week Phil Spector checked out, it was a goodbye too, to Limericks Dolores O Riordan and the inspiration for a big song was printed this week in 1967. Let's time travel the week of Jan 13th to 17th in less than 10 minutes.

Jan 13, 20257 min

Marty Miller’ Music History - Dec 16th

Hello! This week it's Dec 16th to 20th in music history. The week, the inspiration for part of a huge Beatles track appeared in the paper, 1982 had a rotten Christmas Number 1 and a disappearance in 1995 for Manic Street Preachers. Hear about all that and more in less than 10 minutes with Marty Miller's Music History.

Dec 16, 20248 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Dec 9th

This week looking at the December 9th to 13th, When in 1988 the best song to what topped a poll! Bob Dylan in 2016 is honoured beyond his wildest dreams. And Happy Mondays were in court because of a contract that "done nuts in"!

Dec 9, 20248 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Dec 2nd

Hello there. Thanks for checking out the podcast. This is a week of Music History in less than 10 minutes. Looking at December 2nd to 6th when in 1978 Elton John rats out Rod Stewart - with friends like that! Pigs fly for real. Well A pig. Belonging to Pink Floyd in 1976 And who was gone at just age 52 in 1988 this week...

Dec 2, 20249 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Nov 25th

After 6 mins* together Jack Bruce, Ginger Baker and Eric Clapton as Cream called it a day this week in 1968. *2 years Freddie got his own statue in Montreux 5 years after his death And Kurt Cobain does his best Morrissey on Top Of The Pops in 1991

Nov 25, 20249 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Nov 15th

The week in 1997 INXS front man Michael Hutchence was found dead in Sydney In 1990, Bill Wyman's marriage was over... to the girl he met when she was 13. So wrong And in 2012, the courts were investigating the death of the former ELO cellist Mike Edwards. What a freak accident that was.

Nov 18, 20248 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Nov 11th

Hello there. Let's time travel! Passing throught the week of November 11th to 15th, the week in 1965 The Beatles finished Rubber Soul. Jimi Hendrix Experience Drummer Mitch Mitchell dies in 2011, even then he was just 61. a A GREAT player. And would you go to the Zoo on your wedding day? Guess who did this week in 1996. All revealed on this weeks podcast.

Nov 11, 20248 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Nov 4th

Let's go Time Travel! The brilliant Crosby Stills And Nash were in court for unpaid royalties this week in the late 70's This week in 1982 it was the debut of an iconic TV show. Clue It aired on Channel 4. And in 1963 The Beatles come to Dublin for shows on Middle Abbey Street and the place was wrecked.

Nov 4, 20249 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Oct 28th

Hello there and thanks for listening. This week we had: Doors guitarist Robby Krieger on the hunt for something special in 2021. In 1998 Black Sabbath back on national US TV. And In 2012, though well gone, Freddie Mercury's’ moustache up for discussion. In less than 10 minutes, I'll steer you through Oct 28th to Nov 1st in Music History. Marty

Oct 28, 20249 min

Marty Miller’s This Week in Music History - Oct 21st

This week Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards on life on the dark side, John Lennon’s killer does something really creepy And decent life advice from a birthday boy Listening to October 21st to 25th in Music History, in less than 10 minutes.

Oct 21, 20246 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Oct 14th

Hi there. This week Bono of U2 was apologising in 2014, it was the end of an institution in 2006, Blondie drummer Clem Burke remembers CBGBs and in 2005 Freddie Mercury’s precious Rolls Royce fails to sell at auction. October 14th to 19th in Music History sounds like this

Oct 14, 20249 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Oct 7th

This week in Music History. Jail Bird Mama – Cass Elliot arrested in swinging 60's London. 1979 U2 played the Cork Opera House and appeared on TV for the first time And it was green lights all the way in 1976 for John Lennon. I'll get you though this week in Music History in less than 10 minutes.

Oct 7, 20249 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - September 30th

Hello there Busy week between September 30th to October 4th. Sinead O'Connor gives TV company NBC a serious headache and cost's them a couple of million, hurting her own career at the same time, but speaking her mind. Elvis in the movies and Elvis in death in 1956 & 1977. Also the week some huge albums arrived from Oasis and Pink Floyd. The podcast is time travel through this week in less than 10 minutes.

Sep 30, 20249 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Sept 23rd

Hello there. Lots happening this week over the decades. From Doors front man hanging out with Beatles, to the death of a drumming ledge and the building of a David Bowie HUGE tune. All in less than 10 minutes, this is This Week In Music History

Sep 23, 20248 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - September 16th

This week. 1967 Jimi Hendrix arrives. 1970 Jimi departs. A funeral pyre for a 26 year old in a checked shirt and Paula Yates 24 years gone. Cheery ol week so! Let's time travel September 16th to 20th

Sep 16, 20248 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Sept 9th

Busy week for David Bowie in '77, TV shows galore, with Marc Bolan and Bing Crosby. Hear it all here. History made with Meatloaf also in '77 this week and goodbye to the man in black in 2003. This is September 9th to 13th in Music History. Thanks for listening. Marty

Sep 9, 20248 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Sept 2nd

Very busy week in Music History. Involving Sex Pistols, Fats Domino, Queen, Foo Fighters and The Doors. Freddie Mercury get's his own Asteroid for his birthday, Doors play an iconic TV show and we lost a musical great. Join me, Marty Miller as we time travel the week of September 2nd to 6th in Music History.

Sep 2, 20248 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Aug 26th

Hello there and thanks for coming over! Looking at the week August 26th to 30th in Music History. When some clever chaps decided to steal Elvis in 1977. Who was dead and buried at the time. The Beatles played live for the last time for a paying audience in '66 and said good bye to manager Brian Epstein in '67. And Oasis gave us their debut album this week in '94.

Aug 26, 20247 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - Aug 5th

This week, looking at August 5th to 9th. The week you could buy Elvis' sweat in 2008, The Beatles, a stepladder and a pedestrian crossing in 1969 and why Metallica and GnR fans went nuts in 1992 All that and more, this week in music history. Thanks for listening Marty

Aug 5, 20248 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - July 29th

Hammering through July 29th to August 2nd in Music History, in less than 10 minutes. 1966 John Lennon compares the band to Jesus, it doesn’t go well The man that discovered Elvis and was first to record him, Sam Philips died this week in 2003. Sam created Sun Studios And in 1981 and 1987 MTV arrived this week!

Jul 29, 20248 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - July 22nd

Hello there. John Lennon WFH in 1971, Amy Winehouse gone in 2011, joining the '27 Club' and REM come to Slane in 1995. All part of 'This Week in Music History' for July 22nd to 26th. Stones and riots, Dylan going electric and an audition for a huge band too!

Jul 22, 20246 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History

Yellow Submarine, the motion picture, came out this week. A Beatles movie, animated without.... what? Plus Police Drummer Stewart Copeland arrived in the world, yes he did break one of Sting's ribs. What else happened between July 15th and 19th in Music History?? Have a listen here.

Jul 15, 20248 min

Marty Miller’s This Week In Music History - July 8th

Busy week this one. Jimi Hendrix fired after 6 shows opening for who in 1967 Who is Gail Renard? And how did John Lennon make her a fortune? He did in 2008 And a 6 million dollar will. Decided on papers found IN a sofa. Lets time travel This Week in Music History, July 8th to 12th

Jul 8, 20249 min