The Musical Circle Podcast

Welcome to Episode 102 of the Musical Circle, hosted, directed, and produced by Ben Charles. In this episode, Ben explains what happened to his mic last Thursday and gives an update on getting a new one next week. Ben also teases the first showcase episode of 2026 in this same episode. Ben debuts two brand new sections, and a lot of musicians, including the highly anticipated return of the singer...

This is a bonus episode of the Musical Circle, hosted by Ben Charles. Ben makes this a bonus episode because his mic cut out halfway through recording, so Ben decides to put out the music that the Musical Circle was originally going to put out on Thursday, the first of the new year here. All of the songs that were originally going to be on that episode are here in the description of this episode....

Welcome to Episode 101, our first-ever Christmas episode of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. Ben celebrates Christmas Day and Night with the Musical Circle by playing Christmas songs. Ben also finally reveals the top 10 albums of the year for the Musical Circle, from number 10 all the way to number one. Ben also gives his appreciation and love to the listeners, fans, and the...

Welcome to our milestone episode, episode 100 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. This is the 100th episode of the Musical Circle, which Ben shows his happiness for because this has been a long time coming. Ben talks about the meaning of this 100th episode as well as what the Musical Circle truly means to Ben's life. Ben also reveals an announcement for episode 101, which is...

Welcome to Episode 99 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. This is the 4th all-jazz music showcase episode of the Musical Circle as well as the last one of the entire year of 2025. Ben plays different kinds of jazz music, including a group that is on his Spotify Wrapped. Ben also debuts a couple of jazz musicians in this episode as well. Ben hypes up next Thursday's episode w...

This is a bonus episode number 8 that is curated, hosted, and guided by Ben Charles for the Musical Circle. Ben explains why this got pushed back a day. Ben also has a story within this episode about knowing someone who has never been in a relationship before, then after a few weeks, they get ghosted. Ben also reveals the next one at the very end. Here are all the songs: 1. Believe In Him - De La...

Welcome to Episode 98 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. Ben debuts new theme music and reveals 3 new announcements on top of it. Ben mentions that there will be another showcase episode, which is revealed at the end of this episode. Ben also mentions that another bonus episode will come out on the 30th of November, which is this Sunday. Ben shows a lot of excitement with t...

Welcome to Episode 97 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. In this episode, Ben brings back a couple of returning sections that have not been on the Musical Circle in a while. Ben also teases the surprise for episode 98, which is next Thursday. Ben shows his excitement in this episode, referring to the 100th episode that is happening in 3 weeks. Here are all the songs in this...

Welcome to Episode 96 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. This is a showcase episode of all R&B and Soul music, making this episode the 4th edition of the Soul Experience showcase series as a part of the Musical Circle. Ben also showcases a few new R&B songs and even debuts some musicians, including Kehlani, Kareen Lomax, and Jenevieve. Ben also teases a special surp...

Welcome to Episode 95 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. Ben describes his feelings after celebrating his 24th birthday this past Monday, while also playing a couple of new songs in this episode. Ben mentions his excitement for episode 100 coming in December, and Ben announces that episode 96 of the Musical Circle is an all R&B and Soul music episode. Ben debuts the fol...

This is a special birthday episode of the Musical Circle, hosted by Ben Charles. Ben hosts this episode on his 24th birthday, and shares a couple of stories of songs he remembers over his lifetime. Ben also reflects on this year for the Musical Circle in 2025 with humbleness and optimism for the future of the Musical Circle itself. Ben thanks everyone for the birthday wishes, love, and support for...

Welcome to Episode 94 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. In this episode, Ben provides an update on his birthday episode coming up on Monday. Ben also announces something special for the 100th episode of the Musical Circle. Ben debuts a couple of musicians who deserve to be highlighted on this episode, and Ben shows his excitement because his birthday weekend is coming up....

Welcome to Episode 93 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. Ben returns after a week off to give everyone an all-dance music episode of the Musical Circle. Ben is feeling much better after a very stressful week for himself, and looks to get the Musical Circle back to its strengths. Ben makes an update about episode 96 of the Musical Circle, and an update on a special birthday...

This is a bonus episode of the Musical Circle, paying tribute to the late great singer and musician known as D'Angelo. This episode is dedicated to the fans of D'Angelo and to the people who personally knew D'Angelo. Ben explains why his impact, influence, and music will stand the test of time and will always be a part of music history. Here are all the songs in order: 1. Brown Sugar - D'Angelo (1...

Welcome to Episode 92 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. In this episode, Ben sends his thoughts and prayers to those affected by Storm Amy over the past weekend. Ben wants this episode to be an escape from the harsh and brutal realities that surround many people. Ben tells a story about a song that his friend reminded him of, and the reason why it is played in this episode...

Welcome to Episode 91 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. In this episode, Ben reveals for the first time details about a pinboard that will provide updates, announcements, and many fun things that involve music. Ben also plays new music and a couple of throwbacks in this episode. Ben also thanks everyone who loved the 2nd ever Unplugged episode for the Musical Circle, which...

Welcome to Episode 90 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. This is a showcase episode of acoustic music for the Musical Circle. This is the 2nd Musical Circle Unplugged episode, which is an all-acoustic-only episode of the Musical Circle. Ben finally makes the sequel to the first Musical Circle Unplugged which was successful. Ben mentions a few moments where he discovered cer...

Welcome to Episode 89 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. Ben catches everyone up to speed with the Musical Circle, while also hyping next Thursday's Musical Circle Unplugged II (2) episode. Ben brings in some returning musicians to the Musical Circle. Ben also shares a couple of stories about how he first discovered Bonnie Tyler (who's on this episode) and his experience in...

Welcome to Episode 88 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. Ben calms down after a crazy 2nd anniversary episode to give everyone some interesting music. Ben finally announces that on episode 90 of the Musical Circle, there will be a 2nd Musical Circle Unplugged episode on the 25th of September, which will be in 2 weeks. Ben also introduces and debuts two brand new sections of...

Welcome to Episode 87 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. This is the 2nd anniversary show for the Musical Circle, celebrating moments, episodes, songs, and the many stories about the Musical Circle. Ben thanks everyone who has supported the show over the past 2 years, as well as everyone who will support the Musical Circle in the future. Ben tells a couple of stories about...

Ben gets interviewed by Rhys Jones, the owner of Rainbow Radio Wales talking about the upcoming 2 year anniversary episode of the Musical Circle which will happen next Thursday on the 4th of September. Ben announces and teases a brand new show that will be available in 2026 that Ben will also host. Ben talks about the influence behind the Musical Circle as well as why the Musical Circle has exceed...

Welcome to Episode 86 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. Ben makes a special announcement at the beginning of the show, where Ben announces there is a new show that Ben himself will host. Musical Circle is not going anywhere, but the other new show will be in production in 2026. Meanwhile, Ben talks about the interview he had on Tuesday afternoon, and that interview will be...

This is the 7th (bonus) episode as a part of the Musical Circle, hosted, curated, and produced by Ben Charles. Ben tells a couple of hilarious stories, talking about how he found a couple of songs when he was younger. Ben also talks about a story where he was told about one of his friends almost getting into a fight at a pub with 3 tall men. Here are all the songs for this mixtape. 1. Looking For...

Welcome to Episode 85 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. Ben teases a special announcement that may involve something exciting, and he will reveal that announcement on Sunday and next Thursday. Ben also reminds everyone that another bonus episode will be released on August 23rd, available to everyone on streaming platforms and many others for the Musical Circle. Ben express...

Welcome to Episode 84 of the Musical Circle, hosted and directed by Ben Charles. This is the 3rd edition of the Alternatives showcase series, with this episode being the 3rd all-indie and alternative music episode of the Musical Circle. Ben showcases both indie and alternative music throughout this episode. Ben also announces that next Saturday, on the 23rd of August, there will be another Musical...