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The internet’s favorite music show, now in podcast form! Each episode explores a theme through a playlist of songs, taking listeners on a deep dive into a specific artist, genre, or era of music through the perspectives of musicians, historians, journalists and fans. Also available in video on YouTube! Hosted by Jack Coyne.
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The Timeless Genius of John Prine | Fiona Prine & Kurt Vile
In honor of what would have been John Prine’s 80th birthday, Fiona Prine and Kurt Vile join Jack on the Track Star Podcast to celebrate the life, music, and lasting legacy of one of America’s most beloved …
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In honor of what would have been John Prine’s 80th birthday, Fiona Prine and Kurt Vile join Jack on the Track Star Podcast to celebrate the life, music, and lasting legacy of one of America’s most beloved songwriters. Together, they revisit the songs, stories, and humor that defined Prine’s five-decade career, exploring his singular approach to songwriting and his ability to capture the beauty, heartbreak, and absurdity of everyday life.
From his early days in Chicago’s folk scene to his influence on generations of musicians, the conversation reflects on the music that made Prine such a cherished figure. Fiona shares personal memories of her late husband, while Kurt Vile discusses Prine’s impact on his own music and songwriting. Together, they celebrate not only an extraordinary catalog, but the kindness, generosity, and sense of community that made John Prine so special.
Fish and Whistle - John Prine
Jesus, The Missing Years - John Prine
Angel from Montgomery - Bonnie Raitt
How Lucky - Kurt Vile, John Prine
I Remember Everything - John Prine
Testing Beck's Music Knowledge
Beck joins Jack on Track Star, putting his encyclopedic music knowledge to the test. From the influential sounds of The Velvet Underground to the pioneering hip-hop of Grandmaster Flash and Melle Mel, Beck …
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Beck joins Jack on Track Star, putting his encyclopedic music knowledge to the test. From the influential sounds of The Velvet Underground to the pioneering hip-hop of Grandmaster Flash and Melle Mel, Beck explores music spanning decades, genres, and generations, reflecting on the artists and songs that have shaped his life and career.
Along the way, they dive into everything from Bette Midler’s classic ballad “The Rose” to modern hip-hop from Young Thug and Travis Scott. Beck also revisits his collaboration with Hinds on “Boom Boom Back,” sharing stories and insights into his creative process, musical influences, and the unexpected connections between the sounds that inspire him.
This Episode's Track List:
There She Goes Again - The Velvet Underground & Nico
White Lines (Don't Do It) - Grandmaster Flash & Melle Mel
Boom Boom Back - Hinds & Beck
The Rose - Bette Midler
pick up the phone - Young Thug & Travis Scott
Fela Kuti's Son Unpacks His Father's Legacy
Seun Kuti joins Jack on the Track Star Podcast for a special episode celebrating the life and legacy of his father, Fela Kuti. As Fela’s youngest son and the longtime leader of his legendary band Egypt 80, Seun …
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Seun Kuti joins Jack on the Track Star Podcast for a special episode celebrating the life and legacy of his father, Fela Kuti. As Fela’s youngest son and the longtime leader of his legendary band Egypt 80, Seun has spent his life surrounded by the music that helped define Afrobeat.
Together, they look back at Fela’s groundbreaking career, the sounds and influences behind his music, and the lasting impact he’s had on artists around the world. Seun shares stories about growing up with his father, carrying on his musical legacy, and finding his own voice as an artist.
The conversation comes at a special moment for Fela’s legacy, following his Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award earlier this year and ahead of his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, alongside 50th anniversary celebrations of Zombie and Expensive Shit.
Shuffering And Shmiling, Pt. 2 - Fela Kuti
Black Man's Cry - Live - Fela Kuti, Ginger Baker
Gentleman - Fela Kuti
Sorrow Tears & Blood - Fela Kuti
Original Sufferhead - Fela Kuti
Shuffering And Shmiling, Pt. 2 - Fela Kuti
Testing Parker Posey's Music Knowledge
Parker Posey joins Jack on Track Star to talk about her life in music, the songs that have stayed with her, and the artists who have inspired her along the way. Known for her unforgettable roles across film and …
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Parker Posey joins Jack on Track Star to talk about her life in music, the songs that have stayed with her, and the artists who have inspired her along the way.
Known for her unforgettable roles across film and television, Posey brings her signature humor, curiosity, and personality to a conversation that moves between music, memories, and storytelling.
From the theatrical world of Kate Bush and the emotional songwriting of Harry Nilsson to the sounds of Talk Talk and Deee-Lite, Parker and Jack explore an eclectic mix of songs and the personal connections behind them.
This Episode's Track List:
Wuthering Heights - Kate Bush
Without You - Harry Nilsson
It's My Life - Talk Talk
Life's What You Make It - Talk Talk
Music Selector Is the Soul Reflector - Deee-Lite
Testing Daddy Yankee's Music Knowledge
Daddy Yankee joins Jack on Track Star to talk about his life in music and the career that helped bring reggaeton to a global audience. From his early days in Puerto Rico to becoming one of Latin music’s most …
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Daddy Yankee joins Jack on Track Star to talk about his life in music and the career that helped bring reggaeton to a global audience. From his early days in Puerto Rico to becoming one of Latin music’s most influential artists, Daddy Yankee reflects on the artists that shaped him along the way.
They get into the roots of reggaeton, from Shabba Ranks and the early sounds of Latin urban music to the influence of hip-hop and salsa legends like The Notorious B.I.G. and Héctor Lavoe. Daddy Yankee reflects on coming up in Puerto Rico around the same time Biggie was making his mark in New York, the unique rhythms that helped define reggaeton, and the salsa heroes who inspired him.
They also discuss the global rise of Latin music, a new generation of artists like Rauw Alejandro and Myke Towers, and how the genre continues to influence music around the world. Daddy Yankee’s new album, La Postal, is out today, October 30.
This Episode's Track List:
Biggie - Hypnotize (2014 Remaster)
Shabba Ranks - Dem Bow
Myke Towers - LALA
Hector Lavoe - El Cantante
Tu Pum Pum - Lisa M
Rauw Alejandro: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 56/66 - Bizarrap, Rauw Alejandro
Hector & Tito - Baila Morena
Listening to Ella Fitzgerald with those Who Played Alongside Her
Jack is joined by John Clayton, Ekep Nkwelle, and Janis Siegel for a special episode of the Track Star Podcast exploring the history of women in jazz and celebrating the life and legacy of Ella Fitzgerald …
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Jack is joined by John Clayton, Ekep Nkwelle, and Janis Siegel for a special episode of the Track Star Podcast exploring the history of women in jazz and celebrating the life and legacy of Ella Fitzgerald.
Together, they trace the contributions of women who helped shape jazz, from the genre’s early pioneers to the artists carrying it forward today. At the center of the conversation is Ella Fitzgerald, whose extraordinary voice, improvisational talent, and groundbreaking career helped redefine what was possible in jazz.
Through music, personal stories, and reflections on their own experiences, John, Ekep, and Janis explore the influence of Ella and Jazz across generations.
This Episode's Track List:
Satin Doll - Ella Fitzgerald
A-Tisket, A-Tasket - Ella Fitzgerald, Chick Webb
Flying Home - EllaFitzgerald
How High the Moon - Ella Fitzgerald
How High the Moon (Live at Deutschlandhalle, Berlin, 1960) - Ella Fitzgerald, The Paul Smith Orchestra
Organ Grinder’s Swing - Ella Fitzgerald, The Count Basie Orchestra
Someone to Watch Over Me - Ella Fitzgerald
Cheek to Cheek - Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong
Testing Elvis Costello's Music Knowledge
Elvis Costello and Jack hit the street to put his music knowledge to the test on today's episode of Track Star. From the early rock and roll of Little Richard to the country sounds of George Jones, the …
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Elvis Costello and Jack hit the street to put his music knowledge to the test on today's episode of Track Star. From the early rock and roll of Little Richard to the country sounds of George Jones, the conversation moves through decades of music and across genres. Along the way, and nearly five decades after the release of his debut album, My Aim Is True, Elvis revisits the sounds of Little Feat, The Byrds, Iggy Pop, ABBA, The Pogues, and Bonnie Raitt, sharing stories and reflections on the artists and records that have stayed with him throughout his life.
This Episode's Track List:
Lucille - Little Richard
Sailin’ Shoes - Little Feat
One Hundred Years from Now - The Byrds
Nightclubbing - Iggy Pop
Tiger - ABBA
Tennessee Whiskey - George Jones
Sally MacLennane - The Pogues
Guilty - Bonnie Raitt
Testing Tom Morello's Music Knowledge
Tom Morello joins Jack on Track Star for a conversation about his life in music, the artists who shaped his sound, and the power of music to inspire change. Best known as the guitarist for Rage Against the …
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Tom Morello joins Jack on Track Star for a conversation about his life in music, the artists who shaped his sound, and the power of music to inspire change.
Best known as the guitarist for Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave, Morello has spent decades pushing the boundaries of what a guitar can do. He and Jack dive into his musical influences, from classic rock and heavy metal to punk and hip-hop, and explore the stories and artists that have stayed with him throughout his career.
This Episode's Track List:
This Land Is Your Land - Woody Guthrie
White Riot - The Clash
Stairway to Heaven - Led Zeppelin
Detroit Rock City - KISS
Greystone Chapel - Johnny Cash
The Ghost of Tom Joad - Bruce Springsteen
Alright - Kendrick Lamar
Jon Batiste Returns for a Deep Dive on Jazz Legends
Jon Batiste is back on the Track Star Podcast, this time joining Jack in the "band room" to pick up right where they left off. They dive deeper into the importance of music, explore Jon's personal voice memos …
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Jon Batiste is back on the Track Star Podcast, this time joining Jack in the "band room" to pick up right where they left off.
They dive deeper into the importance of music, explore Jon's personal voice memos and notes filled with unreleased demos and musical ideas, and talk about jazz traditions, Monk's meditations, and the artists who have shaped the way Jon listens and plays.
Along the way, they break down a legendary live performance by Duke Ellington, listen to recordings from Art Tatum, Ella Fitzgerald, Bud Powell, and Keith Jarrett, and explore the history and improvisation at the heart of jazz. And, of course, the conversation turns into some unexpected jamming of their own.
This Episode's Track List:
Moonglow - Art Tatum
Beethoveen Blues - Jon Batiste
Black Mozart - Jon Batiste
HK Jam - Jon Batiste (Voice Memo)
Holy Water - Jon Batiste (Voice Memo)
Always Know - Jon Batiste
Diminuendo in Blue - Live - Duke Ellington
Blue Skise - Ella Fitzgerald
In Walked Bud - Thelonious Monk
You Go To My Head - Bud Powell
In Walked Bud - Jon Batiste
Jelly Roll - Earl Hines
Redbeans - Jon Batiste
Blues for Basie - Oscar Peterson
American Symphony - Jon Batiste (Voice Memo)
Köln, January 24, 1975, Part I - Live - Keith Jarrett
Testing LL Cool J's Music Knowledge
LL Cool J joins Jack on Track Star to talk about the music he loves and the artists who helped shape his sound. Having made his own mark on hip-hop, LL revisits some classics and share his influences. They span …
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LL Cool J joins Jack on Track Star to talk about the music he loves and the artists who helped shape his sound. Having made his own mark on hip-hop, LL revisits some classics and share his influences.
They span early hip-hop from Treacherous Three and Funky 4 + 1, unforgettable records from Biz Markie and Roxanne Shanté, and a stacked lineup of MCs on “The Symphony.” Along the way, there’s Beastie Boys, Diana Ross, Chaka Khan, and U2.
This Episode's Track List:
Just a Friend - Biz Markie
Hey Ladies - Beastie Boys
The Body Rock - Treacherous Three
Love Hangover - Diana Ross
Roxanne’s Revenge - Roxanne Shanté
The Symphony (ft. Craig G & Masta Ace) - Marley Marl, Kool G Rap & Big Daddy Kane
Sunday Bloody Sunday - U2
Rappin and Rocking the House - Funky 4 + 1
Ain’t Nobody - Chaka Khan
Is Gen Z the Best Music Generation?
Ahead of Breakaway Carolina, Jack sits down with Sean and Alex, two local Gen Z music fans, at Applebee’s in Charlotte for a special episode of the Track Star Podcast, made possible by @bacardi. Over Bacardi …
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Ahead of Breakaway Carolina, Jack sits down with Sean and Alex, two local Gen Z music fans, at Applebee’s in Charlotte for a special episode of the Track Star Podcast, made possible by @bacardi. Over Bacardi cocktails, they explore how their generation discovers, shares, and experiences music: from first iPods and TikTok discoveries to the artists they feel understand them best. The conversation spans Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, and Taylor Swift, the freedom of moving between genres, and the connection between EDM, rave culture, and community. They debate whether algorithms help or limit discovery, how social media brings fans closer to artists, and what happens when phones become part of every concert experience. With more access and choice than ever, what makes Gen Z’s relationship with music different? Then, the conversation moves from the table to Bacardi x Applebee’s Neighborhood Afters, as Sean and Alex join Jack for an evening of music and community. Special thanks to @bacardi for making this episode possible. #ad #BacardiPartner #DoWhatMovesYou
Testing Daniel Kaluuya's Music Knowledge
Daniel Kaluuya joins Jack on Track Star to put his music knowledge to the test, with a playlist spanning American hip-hop, soul, UK garage, grime, and rap. From Jay-Z, Lauryn Hill to Skepta and Little Simz, the …
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Daniel Kaluuya joins Jack on Track Star to put his music knowledge to the test, with a playlist spanning American hip-hop, soul, UK garage, grime, and rap. From Jay-Z, Lauryn Hill to Skepta and Little Simz, the episode brings together classics from both sides of the Atlantic.
The music moves from soul and R&B into the energy of UK club music, with Jorja Smith, Giggs, Jme, and D Double E. Jack and Daniel listen, react, and talk through the songs. Catch Daniel in A24’s Misty Green, out today.
This Episode's Track List:
Heart of the City – Jay-Z
Ex-Factor – Lauryn Hill
Blue Lights – Jorja Smith
Do You Mind (Crazy Cousinz Remix)
Party Hard – Donae-O
P’s & Q’s – Kano
Man Don’t Care – Jme ft. Giggs
Shutdown – Skepta
Talkin the Hardest – Giggs
Raindance – Dave, Tems
Venom – Little Simz
Street Fighter Riddim – D Double E
Pay As You Go – Wiley feat. Dizzee Rascal, Ace & Maxwell
That’s Not Me – Skepta ft. JME
Why Paul Simon’s “Graceland” Made Music History
Music historian Ashley Kahn and bassist Bakithi Kumalo join Jack on the Track Star Podcast to explore the music, people, and stories behind Paul Simon’s Graceland. Drawing on Kahn’s new book, Days of Miracle …
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Music historian Ashley Kahn and bassist Bakithi Kumalo join Jack on the Track Star Podcast to explore the music, people, and stories behind Paul Simon’s Graceland. Drawing on Kahn’s new book, Days of Miracle and Wonder: Paul Simon and the Trials and Triumphs of Graceland, the conversation traces the album’s South African roots and the collaborations that helped shape its unmistakable sound.
Bakithi shares his perspective from inside the studio and on the road, recalling his first meeting with Simon, his experience on the Graceland tour, and what it meant to perform alongside South African legends. Together, Ashley and Bakithi bring the album’s history to life through personal memories and the music that connects it all, from the sounds that inspired Graceland to the influence it continues to have today.
This Episode's Track List:
Gumboots (with Boyoyo Boys) - Paul Simon
The Boy In The Bubble - Paul Simon
Graceland - Paul Simon
You Can Call Me Al - Paul Simon
Pata Pata - Miriam Makeba
Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes - Paul Simon
Testing Elvis Costello's Music Knowledge
Elvis Costello joins Jack on the Track Star Podcast to explore the music that has stayed with him throughout his life. From the sharp pop instincts of Nick Lowe and the blues-rooted rock of Fleetwood Mac to …
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Elvis Costello joins Jack on the Track Star Podcast to explore the music that has stayed with him throughout his life. From the sharp pop instincts of Nick Lowe and the blues-rooted rock of Fleetwood Mac to Randy Newman’s storytelling, Stevie Wonder’s soul and reggae grooves, and Bruce Springsteen’s rock anthems, the conversation spans generations, genres, and approaches to songwriting.
They also revisit Costello’s own work and along the way, he reflects on the connections between listening, writing, and performing. Today, Costello releases the 49th anniversary box set of his 1977 debut album, My Aim Is True. Nearly five decades later, he joins us to look back at the music that shaped him.
This Episode's Track List:
So It Goes - Nick Lowe
Man of the World - Fleetwood Mac
Little Criminals - Randy Newman
Watching The Detectives - Elvis Costello
Master Blaster (Jammin’) - Stevie Wonder
Alison - Linda Ronstadt
Growin’ Up - Bruce Springsteen
Sheryl Crow Teaches Us About Her Top Music Influences
On today’s episode of the Track Star Podcast, we are honored to be joined by a once-in-a-generation, 9-time Grammy-winning artist, singer, and performer. Jack is joined by Sheryl Crow, who launched herself into …
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On today’s episode of the Track Star Podcast, we are honored to be joined by a once-in-a-generation, 9-time Grammy-winning artist, singer, and performer. Jack is joined by Sheryl Crow, who launched herself into the forefront of the music world with her hit single, “All I Wanna Do”, and quickly cemented her superstar status by winning the Grammys for ‘Best New Artist,’ ‘Record of the Year’ and ‘Best Female Pop Vocal Performance’ just two years later. Since then, she has won six more Grammys and has become a major advocate for environmental causes and breast cancer awareness. Sheryl Crow shares her journey to stardom and how the legendary artists and songwriters she worked with throughout her career, like Prince and Dolly Parton, shaped her music. Through personal stories and anecdotes, Sheryl Crow makes us feel like we are right there with her as she reflects on the experiences that made her the star she became: both inspiring and heartbreaking. Sheryl’s new album Pick You Up will be released on October 9th.
This Episode's Tracklist:
Soak Up The Sun - Sheryl Crow
Dreams - Fleetwood Mac
Little Red Corvette - Prince
I Will Always Love You - Dolly Parton
All I Wanna Do - Sheryl Crow
Freedom Bus - Sheryl Crow ft. Jesse Welles
(You Make Me Feel) Like A Natural Woman - Aretha Franklin
(You Make Me Feel) Like A Natural Woman - Carole King
Testing Queen Latifah's Music Knowledge
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing the legendary ‘90s rapper/singer Queen Latifah on some hip hop and soul tracks. As a New Jersey native, Queen Latifah has plenty of stories about her hometown classics. And …
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Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing the legendary ‘90s rapper/singer Queen Latifah on some hip hop and soul tracks. As a New Jersey native, Queen Latifah has plenty of stories about her hometown classics. And through each song, she takes us down her musical journey while shocking us with her effortless music knowledge.
With each track Jack plays, Queen Latifah has an intriguing behind-the-scenes story about the artist, giving perspective on her own musical influences through fascinating anecdotes.
This Episode's Track List:
Rapper’s Delight - The Sugarhill Gang
Me & Mr Jones - Amy Winehouse
Jolene - Dolly Parton
I Know You, I Live You - Chaka Khan
Buddy (Native Tongue Decision) - De La Soul
Name It Claim It - The Clark Sisters
Just Another Day… - Queen Latifah
Grandmaster Flash Explains How Rap First Started
On today’s episode of the Track Star Podcast, we are joined by a guest who pioneered Hip-Hop and DJing as the lead of the legendary group Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, as well as through his …
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On today’s episode of the Track Star Podcast, we are joined by a guest who pioneered Hip-Hop and DJing as the lead of the legendary group Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, as well as through his groundbreaking dual-turntable techniques. Jack is joined by Grandmaster Flash, who revolutionized turntablism through various cutting, scratching, and backspinning methods, as well as the quick mix theory, involving two identical records played at the same time. In this episode, Grandmaster Flash shares his journey from falling in love with music as a child after discovering his father’s record player, to DJing in clubs and helping popularize the hip-hop style. This Episode's Track List: Find The Man Bros. - The Love Unlimited Orchestra Killer Joe - Quincy Jones Move On Up - Curtis Mayfield Take Me To The Mardi Gras - Bob James Rapper's Delight - The Sugarhill Gang The Message - Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five
Ravi Coltrane Teaches Us How to Listen to his Father’s Catalog
This week on the Track Star* Jack is joined by Ravi Coltrane, Grammy nominated saxophonist, bandleader and composer, as well as the son of the legendary John Coltrane and co-owner of the RKM Music record label …
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This week on the Track Star* Jack is joined by Ravi Coltrane, Grammy nominated saxophonist, bandleader and composer, as well as the son of the legendary John Coltrane and co-owner of the RKM Music record label. Together Ravi and Jack reminisce about the golden age of jazz and one of jazz’s most influential figures through his most iconic tracks.
The soundtrack of this episode takes us through John Coltrane’s transformative career, as Ravi helps describe exactly what made his sound so beautiful. Ravi also shares personal anecdotes about John Coltrane’s recording history and process, while reflecting on the revolutionary legacy that made jazz what it is today.
00:00 - Intro
00:21 - Miles Davis (ft. John Coltrane) - Round Midnight
02:50 - Thelonious Monk (ft. John Coltrane) - Trinkle Tinkle
07:54 - John Coltrane - Blue Train
11:25 - John Coltrane - Russian Lullaby
14:32 - Miles Davis (ft. John Coltrane) - So What
16:09 - Miles Davis (ft. John Coltrane) - So What
17:10 - John Coltrane - Giant Steps
19:58 - John Coltrane - Chasin’ The Trane
24:34 - John Coltrane - Alabama
27:05 - John Coltrane - A Love Supreme, Part I - Acknowledgement
33:34 - John Coltrane - Ascension - Edition I / Pt. 1Testing this Legendary Punk Journalist’s Music Knowledge
On today’s episode of the Track Star Podcast, we are joined by a guest who, in his new book, Resident Punk, shares memories from living with some of punk’s most recognizable names. Jack is joined by Legs …
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On today’s episode of the Track Star Podcast, we are joined by a guest who, in his new book, Resident Punk, shares memories from living with some of punk’s most recognizable names. Jack is joined by Legs McNeil, the journalist known as one of the three founders of the legendary Punk magazine, as well as the author of Please Kill Me: The Uncensored Oral History of Punk and Resident Punk: How I Smoked, Drank, and Stumbled my way through the ‘70s Punk Scene.
Together they reflect legendary figures in the ‘70s punk movement – such as The Ramones, Richard Hell, Heartbreakers, and Blondie – and its origins. Through fascinating personal anecdotes, Legs McNeil guides us through the history of one of music’s most radical genres and shows us the behind-the-scenes of iconic moments.
This Episode's Track List:
Good Thing - Paul Revere & The Raiders
High Tension Wire - Dead Boys
Ghost Rider - Suicide
No Fun - Sex Pistols
Chinese Rocks - Heartbreakers
Detroit 442 - Blondie
Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh Go Head-to-Head | Track Star Versus
Today on Track Star Versus*, Apple TV's MAYDAY stars Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh go head-to-head in a battle of music knowledge. The pair test their expertise across ’80s rock, new wave, and pop classics …
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Today on Track Star Versus*, Apple TV's MAYDAY stars Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh go head-to-head in a battle of music knowledge. The pair test their expertise across ’80s rock, new wave, and pop classics from artists including Queen, David Bowie, Cyndi Lauper and more!
Between competitive guesses, needle drops, and plenty of singing along, Ryan and Kenneth bring their quick wit and undeniable chemistry to an especially lively round of Track Star Versus*.
This Episodes Track List:
Under Pressure - Queen & David Bowie
Every Breath You Take - The Police
Time After Time - Cyndia Lauper
Don’t Get Me Wrong - Pretenders
Freedom - Wham!
Testing Juanes' Music Knowledge
Today on Track Star*, Jack chats with legendary Colombian musician and singer-songwriter Juanes. Juanes shows us how his music taste grew alongside him, from Latin folk in his younger years to hard rock and …
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Today on Track Star*, Jack chats with legendary Colombian musician and singer-songwriter Juanes. Juanes shows us how his music taste grew alongside him, from Latin folk in his younger years to hard rock and metal, both in English and Spanish. His deep love for all kinds of music shines as he speaks about the iconic artists and songs that shaped him, especially the sounds of his hometown of Medellin, Colombia. His infectious enthusiasm transports us to his childhood and reveals the wide-range of influences behind his artistsry. This Episode's Track List: Black Dog - Led Zeppelin Seek & Destroy - Metallica No Tengo Dinero - Juan Gabriel Adiós Muchachos - Carlos Gardel Vestido de Cristal - Kraken El Amor Después Del Amor - Fito Páez De Música Ligera - Soda Stereo Como Abeja al Panal - Juan Luis Guerra
Testing Andrew Garfield's Music Knowledge
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing Oscar-nominated actor Andrew Garfield on funk, soul as well as some vocal jazz. In this episode, Andrew shares how different styles of music affect his interpretations of …
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Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing Oscar-nominated actor Andrew Garfield on funk, soul as well as some vocal jazz. In this episode, Andrew shares how different styles of music affect his interpretations of the characters he plays, as well as sharing stories about the obscure French Hip-Hop group he was a member of and his life-changing concert experiences.
Watch as he breaks down the soul and vocal ‘purity’ of the timeless classics , and displays the truly special way in which he listens to all kinds of music.
This Episode's Track List:
Tieduprightnow - Parcels
Father Figure - George Michael
Lovely Day - Bill Withers
Mississippi Goddam - Nina Simone
Grace - Jeff Buckley
Water Get No Enemy - Fela Kuti
The Wind That Shakes the Barley - Martin Carthy
Just a Gigolo / I Ain’t Got Nobody - Louis Prima
Testing an NYC Librarian's Music Knowledge
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing a local librarian from the NY Public Library, Dan, and his encyclopedic knowledge of 70s/80s rock. While regaling us with fascinating anecdotes surrounding a range of his …
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Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing a local librarian from the NY Public Library, Dan, and his encyclopedic knowledge of 70s/80s rock. While regaling us with fascinating anecdotes surrounding a range of his favorite artists, his deep passion for music is obvious and infectious. Dan has a remarkable knack for expressing exactly what he loves about each and every track Jack throws at him, creating one of the most entertaining and informative episodes of Track Star* to date.
Dan adds perspective to the artists behind beloved rock classics through captivating details, and remarkably descriptive explanations of musical style, in this terrific new episode of Track Star*.
This Episode's Track List:
Black Cow - Steely Dan
Excitable Boy - Warren Zevon
Gotta Get Up - Harry Nilsson
Ocean Man - Ween
I’m Holding You - Ween
Watching the Detectives - Elvis Costello
Home - Mac DeMarco
Jesus Just Left Chicago - ZZ Top
Makes No Sense at All - Hüsker Dü
In a Jar - Dinosaur Jr.
Testing Dakota Fanning's Music Knowledge
Today on Track Star*, we’re putting Emmy-nominated actress Dakota Fanning’s music knowledge to the test with a mix of Southern classics, childhood favorites, and songs that shaped her along the way. Ahead of …
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Today on Track Star*, we’re putting Emmy-nominated actress Dakota Fanning’s music knowledge to the test with a mix of Southern classics, childhood favorites, and songs that shaped her along the way.
Ahead of her new film The Sun Never Sets, Dakota reflects on growing up between Hollywood film sets and a traditional Southern upbringing, sharing stories from her childhood, career, and the music tied to it all. Watch the full episode as Dakota Fanning puts her music knowledge to the test and shares stories from a life spent on and off screen.
This Episode's Track List:
Little Deuce Coupe - The Beach Boys
Cherry Bomb - The Runaways
Shoes - Lil Wayne
Jesus was a Crossmaker - Judee Sill
Weather for Tennis - Hilary Duff
The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia - Reba McEntire
Una Palabra - Carlos Varela
Big Bad John - Jimmy Dean
Testing Whitmer Thomas’ Music Knowledge
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing Alabama’s very own Whitmer Thomas on home-state classic hits and punk-driven 2000s tracks. Showcasing his own musical influence and childhood upbringing, Whitmer Thomas …
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Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing Alabama’s very own Whitmer Thomas on home-state classic hits and punk-driven 2000s tracks. Showcasing his own musical influence and childhood upbringing, Whitmer Thomas takes us on a tour through his journey as a singer and stand-up comedian and how they intertwined, with anecdotes that shaped his career along the way.
From stories of van tours as a teenager, being raised by his musical mother, and his love-hate relationship with Alabama, Whitmer Thomas has us hooked on this episode of Track Star.
This Episode's Track List:
Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd
Reckless Abandon - Blink-182
First Day of My Life - Bright Eyes
Trying To Reason With Hurricane Season - Jimmy Buffett
Why Can’t We Be Friends - War
If It Makes You Happy - Sheryl Crow
Every Morning - Sugar Ray
Little Criminals - Randy Newman
Testing Troye Sivan's Music Knowledge
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing the iconic Australian pop star Troye Sivan on Y2K euphoria and melancholy R&B classics. Revealing the extent of his own musical influence and knowledge, Troye Sivan gives …
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Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing the iconic Australian pop star Troye Sivan on Y2K euphoria and melancholy R&B classics. Revealing the extent of his own musical influence and knowledge, Troye Sivan gives us the opportunity to learn about his journey as a singer and performing artist and his recent experience touring with legendary genre-bending musician Charli XCX.
With personal stories, a rapid guessing speed, and sunglasses that Jack himself wants to purchase now, Troye Sivan brings a laidback chatty vibe to this episode of Track Star.
This Episode's Track List:
Happy & Sad - Kacey Musgraves
No Ordinary Love - Sade
Virtuoso - Ryan Beatty
SS26 - Charli XCX
All For You - Janet Jackson
Since I Left You - The Avalanches
Music - Madonna
Sleeping In - The Radio Dept.
Testing Too $hort's Music Knowledge
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing legendary rapper Too $hort on Funk deep-cuts and influential Hip-Hop classics. Revealing the extent of his music knowledge, Too $hort gives us the opportunity to learn …
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Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing legendary rapper Too $hort on Funk deep-cuts and influential Hip-Hop classics. Revealing the extent of his music knowledge, Too $hort gives us the opportunity to learn about and appreciate the overlapping worlds and influences of Motown, Funk, and Hip-Hop.
Too $hort takes the time today to show us some of the music he was raised on, breaking down how his father’s love of Funk and Motown influenced his own creative process and musical appreciation.
With personal stories and impressive knowledge, Too $hort presents a unique and important perspective on early Hip-Hop figures and influences.
This Episode's Track List:
Distant Lover - Marvin Gaye
Mary Jane - Rick James
Computer Love - Zapp
You Dropped A Bomb On Me - The Gap Band
It Was a Good Day - Ice Cube
I Get Around (ft. Shock G, Money B) - 2Pac
Stompin’ And Pimpin - 8Ball & MJG
EARFQUAKE - Tyler, The Creator
I Don’t F**k With You - Big Sean
DADZ LOVE - Justin Bieber, Lil B
Last Time That I Checc’d (ft YG) - Nipsey Hussle
Fantastic Voyage - Lakeside
Love’s Train - Con Funk Shun
Testing Brandon Flowers’ Music Knowledge
Today on Track Star*, we are joined by Brandon Flowers to talk about some of the songs and artists that have inspired his work, both as a solo artist and frontman of The Killers. Listening to some classic songs …
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Today on Track Star*, we are joined by Brandon Flowers to talk about some of the songs and artists that have inspired his work, both as a solo artist and frontman of The Killers.
Listening to some classic songs and sharing personal stories of bleached hair, Strokes-induced depression, and playing with Bruce Springsteen, Brandon breaks down how artists like Bruce, The Strokes, and others became a part of his life and fundamentally changed how he approached music.
Brandon takes the time today to share with us his love for a wide range of music and show us the importance of listening to and learning from a wide variety of influences.
This Episode's Track List:
Crying - Roy Orbison
Cry! Cry! Cry! - Johnny Cash
Hard to Explain - The Strokes
Louisiana 1927 - Randy Newman
Badlands - Bruce Springsteen
Watching the Detectives - Elvis Costello
Everyday - Weyes Blood
Pulling Mussels (From the Shell) - Squeeze
Testing Brittany Howard’s Music Knowledge
Brittany Howard, acclaimed solo artist and lead singer of band Alabama Shakes, joins us today on Track Star* to listen to a few classic Funk, Rock, and Doo-Wop songs and discuss their personal and historical …
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Brittany Howard, acclaimed solo artist and lead singer of band Alabama Shakes, joins us today on Track Star* to listen to a few classic Funk, Rock, and Doo-Wop songs and discuss their personal and historical importance. Discussing artists from Pink Floyd to Sly Stone, Brittany explains how the music she grew up with influenced the music she makes today, and how some art and artists can challenge us to think outside the box, accept ourselves, and be better human beings. Today’s episode is full of thoughtful commentary, important life stories, and plenty of dancing and singing to accompany. This Episode's Track List: Holdin’ On - Sly and the Family Stone Moonage Daydream - David Bowie Runaround Sue - Dion Blue Moon - The Marcels Have a Cigar - Pink Floyd Bambi - Prince Put a Little Love In Your Heart - Jackie DeShannon
Testing Travis Barker’s Music Knowledge
Travis Barker, best known for his work as drummer in the band Blink-182, joins us today on Track Star* to listen to some iconic rap, rock, punk, and hardcore, and break down some of his earliest and most …
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Travis Barker, best known for his work as drummer in the band Blink-182, joins us today on Track Star* to listen to some iconic rap, rock, punk, and hardcore, and break down some of his earliest and most important influences, explaining how the music they made, from Led Zeppelin to the Muppets, changed his life.
Revealing his favorite punk and metal bands, as well as the drummers that inspired him to work hard and play harder, Travis shows us that making great music is an exercise of equal parts joy and dedication.
Telling a complicated life story between drum breaks and hard rock classics, Travis takes the time today to share with us a new perspective on his life and the moments behind the music that defined it.
This Episode's Track List:
Paul Revere - Beastie Boys
Beat on the Brat - Ramones
Aint Talkin Bout Love - Van Halen
Rock and Roll - Led Zeppelin
Super Rad! - The Aquabats!
My War - Black Flag
I’m the One - Descendents
Raining Blood - Slayer
Love for Sale - The Buddy Rich Big Band
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