The Music List

The siblings and those who work on the podcast graduated high school over a span of time that is more than two decades apart. The music that came and went during that time, including the top songs from their graduation years, are wildly different. But which top songs during their graduation years stands the test of time even now? Join The Music List as they debate the top songs from their graduati...

The NFL draft is one of the great non-sporting events that's still a sporting event on the face of the planet. Teams do research on hundreds of players to get exactly the right fit for their team. With the draft right around the corner, someone needs to bring that same draft energy to music. Enter The Music List. The siblings are taking the draft to a whole new level in this episode. It's not enou...

Whether or not you're a basketball fan, or if your team is still one of the 16 teams remaining, the NCAA tournament for basketball is one of the great sporting events of the year. The siblings are all Arkansas Razorback fans, so they're excited that the Hogs are back in the Sweet 16. But even if they weren't, the podcast would still be celebrating this event with some great music. We're debating w...

You don't have to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick's Day. You don't need green beer, leprechauns, shamrocks, or buckets of gold at the end of a rainbow. What you do need is some great music. To celebrate St. Patrick's Day in 2026, the siblings fought and clawed and researched some of the best Irish musicians (and some that have strong Irish heritage), and put together the definitive list of the best...

With so much drama in the LBC...I mean, NFL, it's kind of hard not to talk about one of the most premier live performances that occur each other. We're talking Super Bowl Halftime shows and with 60 0f them now in the books, we have a strong list of contenders for which halftime shows are the most iconic. Bands, musical icons, and groups, wardrobe malfunctions, and top of the line production make f...

Valentine's Day certainly has its detractors. Whether or not you believe it's a made up holiday spurred by capitalism and the greeting card and chocolate industries, it nevertheless is a day for sweethearts. And it just so happens that one of The Music List's hosts, Heather, is married to the show's producer, Shaun. Both are rockers that have a soft spot for songs and their meanings. In this speci...

In this episode, the siblings tackle the Best Family Bands- acts build on bloodlines, not just talent. Though, genetics being what they are, talent, like apples, doesn't seem to fall far from the tree. Using The Music List's signature draft and debate format, we argue which bloodline ties that played together truly earned their legacy. The only rule? The musical act must have at least two members...

Looking for the ultimate winter playlist? In the season 5 premiere of The Music List , the siblings draft and debate songs about snow, freezing nights, and icy vibes — from classic rock to modern hits. Which tracks capture the chill of winter, and which ones spark the biggest arguments? Tune in to hear the debates, discover new favorites, and find the perfect soundtrack for cold-weather days.

The first quarter of the 21st century has come to a close, and it was a fine year for music. Rock and roll is trying to rebound. Country music has some artists finding their roots and pop is still going strong. The blues still resonates with the emotional base of the listener, and all of these genres and more are represented in this episode of reflection- the best songs of 2025! Sit back and liste...

Sometimes, you aren't looking to curate a playlist or mix and match. Sometimes, you're in the mood to just listen to someone you trust sing some great Christmas songs back to back...to back...to back to back...etc. You need an album. In this episode of The Music List, the siblings put down their good cheer and roll up their sleeves. They're going to duke it out over the very best Christmas albums...

Are you looking for some great albums for the music lovers in your life? Well, look no further! I mean, you should probably look other places too, but we definitely are providing a list of 15 great albums spanning decades of great music. If you have country fans, rock fans, blues fans, pop fans...we got you covered. Get the siblings' list of 15 fantastic albums that are great all the way through-...

The music industry is full of interesting characters. Some are funny. Some are wild, crazy, or dangerous. Some are just...weird. But they all fall under the umbrella of being a turkey. What better way to celebrate Thanksgiving by recognizing and ranking some of the biggest turkeys in the music biz? But who is the biggest turkey? What will win the day? A long list of crazy antics? An incredible sen...

Few hall of fames seem to have the controversy as the Rock Hall. Every year, new inductees make music fans scratch their heads while those that are snubbed for another year make those same fans shake their fist. The Rock Hall has complicated matters by broadening their inductees beyond rock artists. R&B acts, pop stars, and country artists are getting the red carpet treatment while some rock a...

Over the decades, it's not only the movies that have frightened people out of their wits. Television has a long, storied history of keeping people awake at night as well. In fact, there is something routinely grotesque about awaiting your own terror-inducing sleep deprivation on a weekly basis. These frightening episodic programs can't lure you in with rainbows and unicorns. No, they set the stage...

The siblings are back—Ben, Heather, and Beth—taking a wild ride through the dark and legendary catalog of the Godfather of Heavey Metal. From Sabbath’s heavy beginnings to Ozzy’s solo anthems, they debate which songs truly define the man, the myth, the madman. But just when things start to get over the top, or day we say, mountain , they bring in a guest who knows Ozzy’s riffs better than most—an...

While the United States is the undisputed birthplace of rock and roll, the Brits have put together a collection of some of the greatest bands in the history of popular music. In fact, if you made a Mount Rushmore of the greatest rock bands of all time and all four bands came from Great Britain, that argument would likely hold water. With legendary bands like The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, The Who, Que...

Remember the good old days when you couldn't just skip the commercials? Maybe you could fast forward through them if you recorded a show on VHS, but then it got all grainy. You had to rewind and fast forward, rewind and fast forward, because it would skip and jump and never land in the right spot to start the show? That's right, the good old 80s! They had some great commercial jingles, didn't they...

Grab your leather, crank up the volume, and prepare for a loud, sleezy ride down the Sunset Strip! In this episode of The Music List , we’re diving headfirst into the debauchery, decadence, and downright legendary riffs of Mötley Crüe . Will Home Sweet Home melt enough hearts to claim the top spot, or will a deep cut roar past the hits? Expect fierce debates, sibling betrayals, and plenty of headb...

Ray Charles famously sang, "What'd I say?" A lot of times, musicians genuinely leave their audiences asking that very thing. The siblings bring that question to life once again with a variety of musicians across a wide range of genres. Do these musicians have a soft spot for potty humor, or are we just hearing things? Is Ronnie Dunn a superhero, or is he playing games with us? Find out all of thes...

Get your Union Jacks ready and tease that hair high—this week, the siblings crank up the amps and dive headfirst into the glam metal glory of Def Leppard ! From Sheffield steel to Hysteria-fueled superstardom, we’re ranking the very best tracks from one of rock’s most explosive hit machines. Will “Photograph” outshine “Love Bites”? Does “Pour Some Sugar on Me” still rule the arena, or will a deep...

Sun, sand, and a soundtrack to fall in love to! In this special episode of The Music List Podcast , regular host Heather teams up with husband and TML producer, Shaun, to craft the ultimate summer romance mixtape. Together, they dive into the songs that capture the thrill of a summer fling, the warmth of long, lazy evenings, and the bittersweet nostalgia that lingers when the season fades. From cl...

In this high-octane episode of The Music List Podcast , regular host Heather is joined by the podcast’s ever-opinionated producer Shaun and special guest Hallie for a ride down memory lane—and maybe a few backroads with questionable speed limits. The panel tackles the question: “What is your 90 in a 35?” —those songs that make you lose all sense of speed, reason, and occasionally the law. Join thi...

While rock and roll tends to put an emphasis on the frontman (or frontwoman) of a band, it's important to note that bands are made up of multiple members. It's one of the defining characteristics of a band. And many bands have a distinct number 2- a member who has their own following, and their contributions to the group are undeniable and extraordinary. Sometimes, it's because of their virtuosic...

June is upon us. Summer vacations abound. And that means one thing- It's HOT out there! To celebrate the dog days of summer, the siblings have decided to give you the definitive best list of songs that have "hot" in the title. With no genre restrictions, you can expect a diverse musical set. But which song is the hottest? Feel free to add these great songs to your summer playlist. And word of advi...

For Ben's birthday, the siblings square off in this episode on one of his favorite artists of all time- Alan Jackson. Alan Jackson is one of the bestselling artists in the history of country music with more than 75 million albums sold. He's had 38 singles crack the top five on the charts with a staggering 35 of those peaking at #1. He's also out of room on his fireplace mantle for more awards afte...