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Each episode explores a theme through 10 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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- Today9 min
Testing This Punk Legend's Music Knowledge
Lenny Kaye is an icon of the punk rock scene. As a member of the Patti Smith Group, as well as in his work as a solo artist and rock critic, Kaye joins us today on Track Star* to listen to a few songs and break down some important Punk history. Beginning with a discussion of the songs and movements that influenced Kaye himself as a child, the conversation soon shifts to a broader discussion of what defined the punk scene and mindset, and how that developed over time. Kaye joins us today for an invaluable, first-person perspective on the New York punk movement of the late 70s, interrupted only occasionally by singing and dancing. This Episode's Track List: Gloria - The Cadillacs Never Let You Go - The Five Discs Johnny Too Bad - The Slickers Know Your Rights - The Clash The Golden Road (To Unlimited Devotion) - Grateful Dead Sonic Reducer - Dead Boys White Wedding - Billy Idol
- 2 days ago6 min
Swamp Dogg Teaches Us About Country and R&B
Today on Track Star* we are joined by legendary singer, songwriter, and producer Swamp Dogg to cover some of the songs that defined his career and discuss the complicated and somewhat blurred relationship between country and R&B. Swamp Dogg takes some time today to break down a few classic country and R&B songs, giving us an insider perspective on the hit-making process and a unique view of the people behind the iconic songs. Between the songs and the stories, Swamp Dogg gives an important analysis of Country and R&B and the similarities and differences between the two. This Episode's Track List: Cry to Me - Solomon Burke She’s All I Got - Johnny Paycheck She’s All I Got - Freddie North In the Midnight Hour - Wilson Pickett Please Don’t Bury Me - John Prine Quarter to Three - Gary U.S. Bonds You Ain’t Woman Enough - Loretta Lynn Knock on Wood - Eddie Floyd He’s Sure the Boy I Love - The Crystals Acid Tongue - Jenny Lewis Searching For Heaven - Swamp Dogg
- 1 weeks ago33 min
KISS's Gene Simmons & Paul Stanley Unpack the Importance of Songwriting
Today on the Track Star Podcast, we are joined by Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of KISS to talk about rock and roll songwriting, the New York City music scene, and what it really takes to make a song, or a band, truly great. With a collection of songs spanning American and English rock, punk, Motown, and more, Paul and Gene share their thoughts on how different artists and movements engage with the craft of songwriting and balance the art of the song with the energy of performance and the demand of the public. Gene and Paul join us today for a crash-course on rock and roll songwriting, emphasizing, as they have throughout their careers, that the most important thing is the song. This Episode’s Tracklist: 00:00 - Intro 00:12 - I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles 03:54 - Then He Kissed Me - The Crystals 05:20 - Then She Kissed Me - KISS 09:35 - I Can’t Explain - The Who 13:52 - Personality Crisis - New York Dolls 18:37 - Rock & Roll - The Velvet Underground 23:35 - Cum On Feel The Noize - Slade 24:58 - Ballroom Blitz - Sweet 26:16 - Bang a Gong (Get It On) - T. Rex 29:18 - The Tracks Of My Tears - Smokey Robinson & The Miracles 30:44 - New York Groove - Ace Frehley New episodes of The Track Star Podcast drop every week. Let us know what artist, theme, or unexpected guest you want us to explore next.
- 1 weeks ago33 min
The Governor of Maryland was Built on Hip Hop Influences
This week on the Track Star Podcast, Jack is joined by Maryland Governor and Music-Obsessed Wes Moore. In this episode, he sits down with Jack to unpack the songs that have shaped his life, from the music that soundtracked his childhood and helped form his identity to those that continue to inspire his work today. He reflects on his childhood, the influence of hip-hop, and how music became such a big part of his life. Sharing stories behind the songs and artists that left a lasting impact, they go from the cultural significance of The Notorious B.I.G. and A Tribe Called Quest to the messages found in Sam Cooke and Nina Simone, exploring the intersection of music, leadership, politics, and storytelling. This Episode’s Track List: 00:00 - Intro 01:41 - People Everyday - Arrested Development 03:00 - Hypnotize - The Notorious B.I.G. 14:20 - Award Tour - A Tribe Called Quest ft. Trugoy the Dove 16:17 - You Got Me - The Roots ft. Erykah Badu & Eve 22:45 - Mean Old World - Sam Cooke 26:19 - Baltimore - Nina Simone
- 1 weeks ago8 min
Song Exploder’s Host Hrishikesh Hirway Plays Track Star
Today we are joined by Hrishikesh Hirway, musician and host of the hit podcast Song Exploder, to listen to and discuss some of the songs that have influenced and defined his work, both in his music and his show. In this episode, Jack chooses a few songs to play for us, and Hrishikesh explains the personal and professional significance they have had on his life and career. Hrishikesh talks about his love for exploring and investigating the stories and influences behind songs, as well as what made him start his podcast, and how it reconnected him to music. Hrishikesh takes the time today to teach us what it means to dive into a song and share with us how curiosity and passion can change the way we see the world. This Episode's Track List: The District Sleeps Alone Tonight - The Postal Service Our House - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young Jeremy - Pearl Jam Ivy - Frank Ocean Stranger - Ken Pomeroy Seventeen - Sharon Van Etten Red Moon - Big Thief Born in the U.S.A. - Bruce Springsteen
- 2 weeks ago45 min
David Porter Teaches Us a History of Stax Records
David Porter, one of the key figures behind Stax Records, joins us today on the Track Star Podcast to discuss his role as one of the primary songwriters, hitmakers, and creative forces behind the Memphis soul movement. Starting with his youth in Memphis, Porter brings us along for a trip through his life, exploring the complex influences that came together in Memphis in the early 60s to define the Stax sound. Porter explains the importance of Stax Records’ position as a collective movement coming out of a segregated Memphis at the time. In today’s episode, David Porter tells a story of the race, music, unity, and respect that defined Stax Records, setting it apart from the music of its time and creating an iconic and timeless sound. This Episode’s Tracklist: 00:00 - Intro 00:14 - Soul Man - Sam & Dave 04:43 - Sincerely - The Moonglows 07:22 - Blue Monday - Fats Domino 14:27 - Cause I Love You - Carla and Rufus 19:37 - Green Onions - Booker T. & The M.G.’s 20:01 - Last Night - The Mar-Keys 23:56 - Heat Wave - Martha and the Vandelles 24:21 - Hold On, I’m Comin - Sam & Dave 28:03 - B-A-B-Y - Carla Thomas 35:25 - These Arms of Mine - Otis Redding 42:08 - (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay - Otis Redding New episodes of The Track Star Podcast drop every week. Let us know what artist, theme, or unexpected guest you want us to explore next.
- 2 weeks ago10 min
Testing Jack Johnson's Music Knowledge
Jack Johnson joins Track Star* today to listen to a few songs and chat about the impact they had on his life, personally and professionally, and how those songs and artists continue to inform the work he does today. In this episode, Jack Johnson gets into the role music played in his childhood, his falling in love, and his life as a surfer, a filmmaker, and finally a musician. Exploring the power of music to make us laugh and cry, and to transport us to different times and places, Johnson emphasizes, above all else, the importance of love and hope in his music and in his life. Jack teaches us, ultimately, that music exists so that we might meet each other, share experiences, and learn to understand and love each other in new ways. This Episode's Track List: If 6 Was 9 - Jimi Hendrix Steal My Kisses - Ben Harper These Arms of Mine - Otis Redding Bad Mouth - Fugazi Box Full of Letters - Wilco All The Time - Bahamas Night Nurse - Gregory Isaacs Driftless - Greg Brown
- 3 weeks ago45 min
Este Haim vs Jack - Breaking Down Their Top 6 Songs
Today on the Track Star Podcast, Este Haim joins Jack to talk about a few perfect songs. Este and Jack each brought 3 (ish) songs to the table to discuss what makes them perfect, the influences they have had, and the personal significances they carry. Taking us on a journey through time and genre, Este and Jack cover everything from transcendental meditation to Britney Spears’ Pop perfection. As Este walks us through a few of her perfect songs, she reveals the songs, artists, and moments that inspired her to make music, and how her family supported and encouraged that dream. In this episode, Este and Jack teach us the importance of appreciating life and the people around us as they share some of the songs they consider to be perfect. This Episode’s Tracklist: Intro Genius of Love - Tom Tom Club Serpentine Fire - Earth, Wind & Fire …Baby One More Time - Britney Spears Oops!... I Did It Again - Britney Spears Toxic - Britney Spears When Doves Cry - Prince Little Red Corvette - Prince The Love I Lost (ft. Teddy Pendergrass) - Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes Nick of Time - Bonnie Raitt Have A Heart - Bonnie Raitt Not The Only One - Bonnie Raitt
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