This Week In Music History Podcast With Marty Miller

Join Marty Miller on another quick journey through music history, this week covering events from January 12th to 16th! We'll explore the moment Freddie Mercury’s Rolls-Royce, beloved by the Queen frontman, sold at auction. Discover the story behind EMI's tough stance on the Sex Pistols in 1977 and the controversy that surrounded their groundbreaking album "Nevermind the Bollocks." We'll dive into...

Join Marty Miller for a trip through music history, highlighting music events from December 22nd to 24th! In this festive episode, we'll delve into the last ever Sex Pistols show in 1977, where Sid and Nancy made a memorable appearance at a kids' charity party. We'll also reflect on Brian Wilson's emotional breakdown during a flight in '64 and explore the legacy of Joe Strummer, whose impact conti...

Join Marty Miller as we take another trip through music history for the week of December 15th to 19th! In this episode, we'll uncover the fruity details surrounding Rod Stewart's wedding to model Rachel Hunter in 1990 We'll also reflect on 1974, when Mick Taylor announced his departure from the Rolling Stones, marking the end of an era. Plus, discover the story behind the Beatles' final Christmas...

Join Marty Miller for another journey through music history, this time exploring the happenings from December 1st to 5th! In this episode, we delve into The Who's 22-show residency at the Marquee Club in 1964, where they made a mere £50 a night! We'll also travel back to 1976, when the Sex Pistols caused a stir on live television, leading to some outrageous moments. Plus, find out about Rod Stewar...

Join Marty Miller as we take a journey through music history for the week of November 24th to 28th! In this episode, we commemorate the life and legacy of Freddie Mercury, who tragically passed away this week in 1991, just one day after revealing his battle with AIDS. We’ll also relive John Lennon’s final concert appearance alongside Elton John in 1974, a night filled with unforgettable moments. P...

Join Marty Miller as we take a journey through music history for the week of November 17th to 21st! In this episode, we remember Malcolm Young of AC/DC, whose songwriting and guitar riffs were the backbone of the band's success. We also revisit a dramatic moment when David Crosby faced personal challenges in the early 90s, and check out one school headmaster's infamous ban on Beatle haircuts at a...

Join Marty Miller as we take another dive into music history for the week of November 10th to 14th! In this episode, we remember Elvis Presley's final performance before enlisting in the Army in 1957, and celebrate the incredible achievements of bands like The Rolling Stones, who made waves in 1964. We’ll also pay tribute to session guitar legend Tommy Tedesco, whose work you’ve undoubtedly heard,...

Join Marty Miller as we journey back in time to explore music history for the week of November 3rd to 7th! In this episode, we dive into the courtroom drama as Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young fight their former bassist over a million-dollar lawsuit! Plus, we pay tribute to the legendary Irish broadcaster Gay Byrne, who passed away in 2019, and recall his significant contributions to Irish music. We...

Join Marty Miller as we take a trip through music history for the week of October 27th to 31st! In this episode, we explore the stories behind pivotal moments, from Bruce Springsteen gracing the covers of Time and Newsweek simultaneously in 1975 to Jim Morrison's infamous Miami Incident that challenged artistic expression in 1970. We’ll also dive into the discovery of a hidden John Lennon letter t...

Join Marty Miller as we dive into music history for the week of October 20th to 24th! This episode brings both celebration and reflection. We remember the tragic plane crash that took the lives of three members of Lynyrd Skynyrd in 1977, while also highlighting Def Leppard's incredible feat of playing three gigs across three continents in just 24 hours in 1995. From George Michael’s intense legal...

Join Marty Miller as we embark on another journey through music history, this time exploring the week of October 13th to 17th! In this episode, we dive into the remarkable story behind Def Leppard's "Hysteria," which set records and took an astonishing three years to create or did it? .We also look back at Bono’s infamous apology in 2014, following U2’s controversial iTunes album drop. Remember th...

Join Marty Miller as we travel through the week of October 6th to 10th in music history! In this episode, we celebrate the life of legendary drummer Ginger Baker, who passed away in 2019, and pay tribute to Phil Chevron of The Pogues, an Irish icon we lost far too soon. We also discuss George Harrison’s landmark A-side single from 1969, and the infamous run-in with the law for Mama Cass in London....

Join Marty Miller as we head on another trip through music history, focusing on the week of September 29th to October 3rd. This episode we visit the 1987 photo shoot for Pink Floyd’s album "A Momentary Lapse of Reason," featuring 800 Victorian hospital beds on an English beach. We also nod the launch of BBC Radio 1 in 1967 and its first DJ, Tony Blackburn, captivating millions. Plus,dive into Oasi...

Join Marty Miller for another time-traveling adventure through music history, covering the week from September 22nd to 26th! In this episode, we remember John Bonham, the iconic drummer of Led Zeppelin, who passed away far too young this week in 1980. We'll also explore the intriguing backstory of David Bowie's groundbreaking track "Heroes," co-written with Brian Eno. All this and more, packed int...

Join Marty Miller as we explore the week of September 15th to 19th in Music History! In this episode, we pay tribute to the legendary Johnny Ramone, whose pioneering punk guitar style left an indelible mark on music. We'll also revisit the controversy surrounding U2's unexpected album download in 2014 and the tragic passing of Rick Ocasek from The Cars. But that's not all! We’ll delve into the wil...

Join Marty Miller for another journey through music history as we explore the week of September 8th to 12th. In this episode, we dive into the iconic collaboration between David Bowie and Bing Crosbyfor a 1977 Christmas special that has become a legendary moment in music. We also celebrate the debut of The Monkees on American TV and discover the surprising career shift of Bruce Dickinson from Iron...

Back after the break, Marty Miller has another journey through music history, exploring the week from September 1st to 5th! In this episode, we encounter the chaotic debut of the Sex Pistols on TV in 1976, where the band's audacious energy marked the end of an era. We also celebrate Blondie's signing with Chrysalis Records in 1977 and uncover the intriguing story behind Debbie Harry's time as a Pl...

Join Marty Miller for a journey through time and music history, covering the week of August 4th to 8th! In this episode, we explore curious tales, like the infamous cowbell in early Guns N' Roses tracks and the legendary performances of Elvis, whose Peacock jumpsuit fetched a staggering $300,000 at auction, still holding traces of his perspiration. We dive into the chaos of a Guns N' Roses and Met...

Join Marty Miller for another dive into music history as we explore the week of July 28th to August 1st! In this episode, we revisit the chilling story behind The Boomtown Rats' number one hit "I Don't Like Mondays," which arose from a tragic shooting spree by a 16-year-old girl. We also delve into the high-profile divorce of Prince and the remarks made by John Lennon in the '60s that sparked outr...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ess...