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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. Hosted by Jack Coyne.
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- 3 days ago1h 5m
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 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
- 5 days ago51 min
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 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
- 1 weeks ago10 min
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 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
- 1 weeks ago48 min
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 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
- 2 weeks ago43 min
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. 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 - Intro00:21 - Miles Davis (ft. John Coltrane) - Round Midnight02:50 - Thelonious Monk (ft. John Coltrane) - Trinkle Tinkle07:54 - John Coltrane - Blue Train11:25 - John Coltrane - Russian Lullaby14:32 - Miles Davis (ft. John Coltrane) - So What16:09 - Miles Davis (ft. John Coltrane) - So What17:10 - John Coltrane - Giant Steps19:58 - John Coltrane - Chasin’ The Trane24:34 - John Coltrane - Alabama27:05 - John Coltrane - A Love Supreme, Part I - Acknowledgement33:34 - John Coltrane - Ascension - Edition I / Pt. 1
- 3 weeks ago33 min
Testing 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 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
- 3 weeks ago6 min
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 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!
- 4 weeks ago5 min
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 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
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