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Sublime is a 90s Ska-Punk band from California that made it big with songs like Santeria, Doin' Time, and What I Got - all featured on their self titled third album. It would prove to be their last, when singer Bradley Nowell died tragically at 28 while on tour only 2 months before the release of the album. Today we learn about the history of Ska, Sublime's history, and Bradley's passi...

Famed country star Jerry Lee Lewis was at the height of his career in the 50s with his hit song "Great Balls of Fire", captivating the youth with the wild way he flailed on his piano. While he was living it up as a rock n roll star with the likes of Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley, his private life was the cause of much speculation in tabloid chatter. He had seven wives, was accused of big...

Maureen Cox was like any other teenage girl in Liverpool. The height of Beatlemania in their home country made then a national treasure in the early 60s. She was only 18 years old when she became pregnant with Ringo Starr's first child and married him not long after. From infidelity with another Beatle to enduring physical assault from frenzied fangirls, Maureen's story has been overshadow...

Famed reggae singer Bob Marley preached love, peace, and unity of all humankind in his music that spanned the edge of the world. In his bid to stop the violence burgeoning in his home country of Jamaica from two opposing political groups, Bob came together with his band The Wailers and held a free concert promoting peace. But before the concert, he would be gunned down in his house with his wife a...

German 80s pop group Milli Vanilli was known for songs such as "Girl You Know It's True" and became one of the best up and coming artists in the US that earned them a Grammy Award. However, their entire formation was built on a massive lie that if exposed would have dire consequences for decades to follow. Join me today in uncovering the details of how they tried to keep their secret...

Little is known about what happened to Susan Walsh when she didn't return to her apartment in New Jersey one day in 1996. She was the sister in law of legendary rock icon, Joe Walsh, but she led a troubling life. Plagued by addiction, she was a journalist who worked as a stripper on the side to get by. Today we look into the details of who Susan Walsh was, how she fell into an underground cult...

Famed Motown singer, Marvin Gaye, seemingly had it all with a successful music career with hit singles like "Sexual Healing" and "I Heard it Through the Grapevine". But even with all the glory in the world, he fell victim to a life of drug addiction and depression. His troubling childhood rife with abuse at the hands of his father only made matters worse. But it's how he di...

In the early morning hours on February 3, 2003 actress Lana Clarkson was found dead in the house of famous music producer, Phil Spector. Unfortunately, this would not be the first time that Phil's moral compass was coming into question. His violent aggression towards women was as long standing as the career he held as the most sought after record producer of the time. Today, we look at the fac...

Today we look at the life of Motorhead singer and bassist, Lemmy. His upbringing in a small town in Wales and his need to become a musician was checkered with addictions and hardships. We dive deep into his story. Intro created by Cracked Prism Studios https://beacons.ai/crackedprism Sign up for an Audible 30-Day Free Trial with the podcast affiliate link! https://www.audibletrial.com/onthemix Fol...

Rumors have plagued The Monkees since their inception. With hit songs like "I'm A Believer" and "Last Train to Clarksville", the media and public at large as dubbed them as nothing but charlatans. Today we look at whether The Monkees are indeed a band that never played their own instruments, and how the story of their rise to fame. Intro created by Cracked Prism Studios htt...

Lynyrd Skynyrd is one of America's southern rock sweethearts. Anthems like "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Free Bird" cement their place in rock n roll history. But a gruesome fate would befall the band when the plane they were charting during their tour in 1977 would claim the lives of their lead singer Ronnie Van Zant, and others in the swamplands of Mississippi. Today, we talk...

P Diddy is a known music mogul in the industry, having helped many now famous musicians get their wings under his advisement and mentorship. Young rnb singer Cassie was just a teenager in 2005 launching her career when 30-something year old P Diddy groomed her for a decade long relationship of abuse. Today we look into the facts of the case, as was presented in the lawsuit she brough against P Did...

TLC was a RnB girl group in the 90s that defined the decade with hits like "No Scrubs", "Creep", and "Waterfalls". Lisa Lopes, also known by her nickname Left Eye, became one of the most sought after female rappers of the time. Unfortunately, her life was cut short at 30 when a tragic accident befell her. Dive deep with me on how TLC rose to prominence, her battle wit...

Britney Spears rose to prominence in the late 90s with her debut album Baby One More Time. She became a popstar and an icon of her generation. Justin Timberlake was also making names for himself as one of the members of NSYNC, a highly successful boyband of the time. The two stars came together for a highly publicized romance, but it was fated to burnout. Join me today as we discuss their rise to...

KISS came on the music scene in 1972 with a dream of making it big and entertaining an audience that was unlike anything ever attempted before. They set themselves apart from the rest with their carefully crafted personas that accompanied a specific costume donned in leather and platform boots, and thick character makeup. But after 10 years of donning the iconic makeup, it was time for a change. T...

During the repressive Reagan Administration, politicians tried to crack down on music they dubbed as "porn rock" aka heavy metal, that they deemed to be offensive to children. Dee Snider of Twisted Sister and other musicians went to speak with Congress in a battle against music censorship with the intent of destigmatizing rock music. We go through all of this and more on today's epis...

Syd Barrett rose to stardom with Pink Floyd in the 60s, singing and writing songs that would make them a UK household name and take them on a tour of America with the likes of Jimi Hendrix. But was LSD his kryptonite that ruined his life? Today we dive deep into the rise to Pink Floyd fame, his relationship to LSD, his fall from fame, and more. Intro created by Cracked Prism Studios https://beacon...

On today's episode we dive deep into the humble beginning of funk metal band Primus. We learn about their connection to Metallica, how they got famous, and so much more. Intro created by Cracked Prism Studios https://beacons.ai/crackedprism Follow me for more music content, and how you can support OTM :) OTM Blog: https://onthemixpodcast.wordpress.com/blog/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...

Back in the 80s when both Madonna and Sean Penn were at the height of their early careers, they had a chance meeting and walked down the aisle. But their relationship turned toxic and quick. Today we look at the ins and outs of their marriage, and whether claims of Sean abusing Madonna are substantiated. Intro created by Cracked Prism Studios https://beacons.ai/crackedprism Follow me for more musi...

On today's episode we take a look into why guitarist Dave Mustaine was fired twice from Metallica, and how he turned to revenge to create his own equally as popular band Megadeth. Intro created by Cracked Prism Studios https://beacons.ai/crackedprism Follow me for more music content, and how you can support OTM :) OTM Blog: https://onthemixpodcast.wordpress.com/blog/ Instagram: https://www.ins...

The Beatles were involved in a not so amicable split by the end of 1970. Tensions were already high within the group, and when John started dating Yoko Ono things seemed to get even worse. She has been the main reason for decades as to why the fab four broke up. But who really is to blame and what is the true reason? We look at all of that and more today. Intro created by Cracked Prism Studios htt...

Amy Winehouse was an icon who had an explosive career in her short 27 years of life. Her jazzy, raspy voice captivated the world with her immense talent, as she sang about not wanting to go to rehab. Unfortunately her addictions would be her downfall. Join me today as we talk about her impressive music career and the traumas she endured. Amy's Diaries (put together by her parents): https://www...

"Jeremy spoke in class today". The haunting word's of the hit single Jeremy from grunge band Pearl Jam resonates strongly in the hearts of listeners since it's release for their debut album, Ten. But a lot of people might not know that Jeremy was in fact based on a real person, Jeremy Wade Delle. And his story is just as tragic as the song and subsequently controversial music vid...

The divorce between Kurt Cobain daughter Frances Bean and musician Isaiah Silva was contemptuous and fraught with allegations. One of Cobain's famous guitars is at the center of their divorce, along with the disturbing allegations that Isaiah says he was nearly murdered at the behest of Courtney Love's cohorts over this guitar. Today we look into the lawsuit and the details surrounding thi...

In today's episode we discuss the troublesome, scandalous, and courageous life of Sinead O' Connor. From being put into a magdalene asylum in her teens, releasing her debut album at 20 and becoming an overnight sensation, her struggles with mental illness, and her unforgettable SNL performance from 1992 plus so much more. Intro created by Cracked Prism Studios https://beacons.ai/crackedpri...