Jukebox Talks: Recent Episodes
Megan Closson
Everything music!🤟
Current weekly music charts and news, as well as topics on popular bands and artists in the music industry.🎵
New episodes with different topics each Thursday!
In this final episode of the Jukebox Talks series we end with a review of this year in music. We also go over music news, charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: music-news.com, wikipedia.org, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, iTunes, charts.spotify.com, billboard.com and Billboard magazine for the information used in this episode.
Thank you! Rock on!🤟
In our final deep-dive episode of the year, we discuss one of the most influential musicians of all time: Prince.
We will also go over current music news, weekly charts, and this week in music. 🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, wikipedia.org, and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
Next week is our final episode of the series. We will cover end of the year charts, and this year in music! 😊
In this episode we discuss one of the greatest female singers of all time: Celine Dion.
We will also go over current music news, charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, wikipedia.org, iTunes, nbcnews.com, variety.com and rollingstone.com for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we deep-dive into the history of Christmas music.🎄🎅
We will also go over current music news, charts, and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, npr.org, people.com, eonline.com, wikipedia.org, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we discuss the musical career of one of the legends: Frank Sinatra. We will also go over this week in music, as well as current music news and charts.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, wikipedia.org, cnn.com, cleveland.com, rollingstone.com, instagram.com, and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
This short episode just goes over this week in music, weekly music news and music charts.🤟 Happy Thanksgiving!!
Special thanks to: billboard.com, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, rollingstone.com, cnn.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, officialcharts.com and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we discuss the influential record label Motown. We will also go over current music charts, this week in music, and it's a REALLY big week for music news!🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, wikipedia.com, motownrecords.com, grammy.com, latingrammy.com, rockhall.com, dailymail.co.uk, rollingstone.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we discuss one of the greatest songwriters of all time: Bob Dylan. We will also discuss current music news, charts, and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, cnn.com, cmaawards.com, wikipedia.org, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, theamas.com, and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we discuss the controversial, but extremely influential career of one of hip hops greats: Eminem.
We will also discuss music news, current music charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, iTunes, wikipedia.org, abcnews.go.com, chron.com, vulture.com, and Rollingstone.com for the information used in this episode.
For this quick episode we will discuss the history of the Billboard Hot 100. We will also discuss music news, music world records, this week in music and current music charts.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, wikipedia.org, rollingstone.com, variety.com, wsj.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we discuss one of the best selling musical acts of all time: Queen.
We will also go over current music news, charts, and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, wikipedia.org, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we discuss the musical career and life of one of pop cultures most recognizable faces: Bob Marley.
We will also discuss current music news, charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, wikipedia.org, yahoonews.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, thisdayinmusic.com and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we deep-dive into the iconic career and legacy of Ray Charles.
We also will go over current music news, music charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: wikipedia.org, bloomberg.com, rollingstone.com, billboard.com, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, iTunes and CNN.com for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we discuss the iconic career of a legend: Elton John, as well as his partnership with lyricist Bernie Taupin.
We will also go over current music charts, news and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, CNN.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, thisdayinmusic.com, wikipedia.org, iTunes, washingtonpost.com, nytimes.com, rollingstone.com, and npr.org for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we discuss the iconic career of Beyonce, as well as a quick dive into Destiny's Child.
We will also go over this week in music, current music charts and weekly music news.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, wikipedia.org, CNN.com, nbcnews.com, azcentral.com, yahoo.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, pitchfork.com, and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we cover the greatest rock band of all time: The Beatles. We also will discuss music news and current charts, as well as this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: rollingstone.com, billboard.com, people.com, wikipedia.org, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, thisdayinmusic.com, and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we deep-dive into the short but influential music career of Buddy Holly. With this we also discuss the day the music died.🤟
We will also go over current music charts and news, as well as this week in music.
Special thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, wikipedia.org, people.com, usatoday.com, cnn.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, thisdayinmusic.com, and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we discuss the girl power group themselves: Spice Girls.
We also will go over current music news, charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, mtv.com, rollingstone.com, variety.com, cnn.com, americantop40.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, wikipedia.org, thisdayinmusic.com, and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we deep-dive into the incredibly successful music career of the Queen of Pop herself: Madonna.
We will also discuss current music news, charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, wikipedia.org, American songwriter.com, faroutmagazine.co.uk, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, iTunes, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, and officialcharts.com for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we discuss one of the greatest rock bands of all time: Creedence Clearwater Revival. We will also cover current music news and charts, and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, hiphopdx.com, abcnews.com, wikipedia.org, buzzfeednews.com, thisdayinmusic.com, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com, officialcharts.com, americantop40.com, and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we deep-dive into arguably the greatest female songwriter of all time: Joni Mitchell. We will also go over weekly music charts, current music news and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: rollingstone.com, billboard.com, wikipedia.org, cnn.com, yahoonews.com, theguardian.com, iTunes, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, and charts.spotify.com for the info used in this episode.
In this episode we discuss one of the greatest rock bands of all time: Led Zeppelin. We will also discuss current music news, weekly music charts and this week in music. 🤟
Special thanks to: rollingstone.com, billboard.com, wikipedia.org, usatoday.com, yahoo.com, pitchfork.com, thisdayinmusic.com, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com, officialcharts.com, iTunes and americantop40.com for the info used in this episode.
For the last week of our Summer Country Music Series we will be deep-diving into the musical career of one of the greats in country music: Merle Haggard.
We will also go over current music news, this week in music, and weekly music charts.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, wikipedia.org, people.com, cnn.com, usatoday.com, npr.org, thisdayinmusic.com, iTunes, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com, officialcharts.com, and americantop40.com for the information used in this episode.
For week 5/6 of the Summer Country Music Series we are discussing the incredible musical career of the man in black: Johnny Cash. We also will discuss current music news, charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: rollingstone.com, billboard.com, nytimes.com, americantop40.com, wikipedia.org, iTunes, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com, officialcharts.com, and thisdayinmusic.com for the information used in this episode.
For week 4/6 of the Summer Country Music Series we deep dive into the incredible country music career of the so called, "King of Country": George Strait.
We will also discuss current music news, charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, variety.com, wikipedia.org, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com, officialcharts.com, and iTunes for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we will be discussing "America's Sweetheart" Dolly Parton for the 3rd week of the Summer Country Series! We also will discuss current music news, charts and this week in music. 🤟
Special thanks to: rollingstone.com, billboard.com, wikipedia.org, etonline.com, today.com, bbc.com, wsj.com, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, iTunes, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com, and officialcharts.com for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we will deep-dive into the musical career of Patsy Cline as week 2/6 in the Summer Country Music Series. We will also discuss the history of country music, as well as this week in music, music news, and current music charts.🤟
Special thanks to: rollingstone.com, billboard.com, nytimes.com, wikipedia.org, americantop40.com, iTunes, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com, officialcharts.com, and thisdayinmusic.com for the information used in this podcast.
In this episode we discuss the disputable G.O.A.T. of country music: Garth Brooks. We will also go over current music news, weekly charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: cnn.com, billboard.com, iTunes, rollingstone.com, wikipedia.org, americantop40.com, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com, officialcharts.com, and thisweekinmusic.com for the information used in this weeks podcast.
In this episode we discuss the incredibly talented music group Rush. We will also go over current music news, weekly charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, CNN.com, washingtonpost.com, npr.org, goodhousekeeping.com, wikipedia.org, rollingstone.com, iTunes, americantop40.com, charts-spotify.com, charts-youtube.com, officialcharts.com, and thisweekinmusic.com for the information used in this podcast.
In this episode we discuss one of the biggest most successful bands of all time: The Rolling Stones.
We will also go over current music news, weekly charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, wikipedia.org, people.com, music-news.com, rollingstone.com, rollingstones.com, thisdayinmusic.com, iTunes, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com, americantop40, and officialcharts.com.
In this episode we deep-dive into the crazy, but insanely successful career of Britney Spears. We also discuss current music news, weekly charts, and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, adweek.com, wikipedia.org, google.com, thisdayinmusic.com, CNN.com, americantop40.com, iTunes, officialcharts.com, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com, britneyspears.com for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we deep-dive into the musical career of "the Boss": Bruce Springsteen. We will also go over current music news, charts and this week in music.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, usatoday.com, digitalmusicnews.com, variety.com, wikipedia.org, google.com, thisdayinmusic.com, iTunes, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com for the information used in this podcast.
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In this episode we discuss the trailblazing career of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. We will also go over current music news, charts and this week in music. 🤟
Thanks to: cnn.com, billboard.com, rollingstone.com, tmz.com, wikipedia.org, google.com, americantop40.com, iTunes, officialcharts.com, charts.spotify.com, nydailynews.com, thisdayinmusic.com, charts.youtube.com, and arethafranklin.net for the info used in this episode.
In this episode, I "sickly" report the current music charts, news and this week in music. We also will be deep-diving into the iconic band Eagles.🤟
Special thanks to: nbc.com, thisdayinmusic.com, wikipedia.org, billboard.com, rollingstone.com, iTunes. Officialcharts.com, americantop40.com, charts.spotify.com, and charts.youtube.com for the info used in this episode.
In this episode we deep dive into the controversial, but influential career of the band The Doors. We will also discuss weekly music news, current charts, and this week in music. 🤟
Thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, rockhall.com, vogue.com, wikipedia.org, thedoors.com, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, iTunes, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, charts.spotify.com for the information used in this episode.
In this episode we deep-dive into one of the best crossover artists of all time: Shania Twain. We will also be going over recent music news, this week in music, and weekly charts.🤟
Special thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, nbcnews.com, cnn.com, Lollapalooza.com, vote.rockhall.com, thisdayinmusic.com, wikipedia.org, shaniatwain.com, iTunes, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com for the information in this podcast.
In this episode we deep-dive into the piano man himself, Billy Joel. We also will go over recent music news, this week in music and current weekly music charts.🤟
Thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, recordstoreday.com, wikipedia.org, vote.rockhall.com, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, iTunes, charts.spotify.com, charts.youtube.com, officialcharts.com, billyjoel.com for the info used in this episode!
Today we quickly deep dive into the band R.E.M. and their contributions to rock music. We will also discuss current music news, charts and music history.🤟
Thanks to: Billboard.com, iTunes, AmericanTop40.com, CNN.com, Coachella.com, vote.rockhall.com, wikipedia.org, rollingstone.com, officialcharts.com, charts.youtube.com, remhq.com, nme.com, thisdayinmusic.com, and spotifycharts.com.
In this episode we deep-dive into the short but iconic career that Adele has had so far. We also will go over Grammy winners, music news, this week in music, and current music charts.🤟
Thanks to: grammy.com, NYTimes.com, billboard.com, news.abs-cbn.com, vote.rockhall.com, wikipedia.org, thisdayinmusic.com, iTunes, Americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, spotify.com, charts.youtube.com, and adele.com.
In this episode we deep-dive into the crazy life that Elvis Presley lived. There's a reason why he is now referred to as the King of Rock and Roll. We will also be going over weekly music news, charts and this week in music.🤟
Thanks to: rollingstone.com, pitchfork.com, google.com for the info on the Oscar winners, billboard.com, vote.rockhall.com, thisdayinmusic.com, americantop40.com, iTunes, wikipedia.org, charts.spotify.com, billboard.com, charts.youtube.com and officialcharts.com for the information in this episode!
In this episode we deep-dive into the band Journey. We also will discuss current music news, charts and this week in music history. 🤟
Thanks to: NPR.org, CBS.com, CNN.com, talentrecap.com, masslive.com, billboard.com, vote.rockhall.com, thisdayinmusic.com, wikipedia.org, iTunes, Spotify, americantop40.com, officialcharts.com, and charts.youtube.com. And thank you for listening!!
In this episode we deep-dive into the comedic genius of Weird Al Yankovic. We will also go over music news, weekly charts, and this week in music. 🤟
Thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstones.com, weirdal.com, wikipedia org, variety.com, nytimes.com, vote.rockhall.com, nbcnews.com, americantop40.com, iTunes, music-charts.com, thisdayinmusic.com.
In this episode I discuss one of the 'Big Four' heavy metal bands - Metallica. We also discuss music news, charts and this week in music.
Thanks to: wikipedia.org, Spotify, iTunes, Officialcharts.com, thisdayinmusic.com, billboard.com, theindependent.com, americantop40.com, ET.com, CNN.com, and metallica.com.
In this episode we deep-dive into the musical career of Alanis Morissette, and how she inspired a generation of female rockstars. We also cover the regular music news, charts, facts and this week in music. 🤟
Thanks to: billboard.com, rollingstone.com, americantop40.com, wikipedia.org, iTunes, officialcharts.com, thisdayinmusic.com, bestlifeonline.com, music-news.com, stemplayer.com, fastcompany.com.
In this episode we deep dive into the band Fleetwood Mac. We also will discuss music news, weekly charts, fun facts, this week in music and more!😎
Special thanks to: wikipedia.org, music-news.com, hollywoodreporter.com, shinemusicschoolonline.com, vote.rockhall.com, thisdayinmusic.com, billboard.com, americantop40.com, iTunes, MTV.co.uk, and fleetwoodmac.com for the information in this podcast! 🤟
In this episode we discuss the trailblazing efforts of N.W.A. in the music industry, with the creation of a new genre of music called gangsta rap. We look into the members of N.W.A. and their disagreements that led to some iconic hip hop music. We also will be discussing our regular weekly music news, charts, history and facts.
Thanks again to wikipedia.org, youtube.com, people.com, rollingstone.com, americantop40.com, facts.net, billboard.com, MTV.co.uk, iTunes, and thisweekinmusic.com for the information from this podcast! 🤟
In this episode we discuss the band Electric Light Orchestra (E.L.O.) and their decades of music awesomeness! We also discuss the current music news and charts, as well as fun music facts and this day in music for the week of February 6th-12th. 🤟
(EDIT AFTER POSTING)
It came to my attention that I totally botched the pronouciation of Suge Knight's name during this recording. I will make sure to look up pronouciations before recording for now on! Thanks for letting me know this. 😅
Special thanks to my sources: Billboard.com, Wikipedia.org, Rollingstone.com, iTunes, MTV.com, AmericanTop40.com, Entertainment tonight, people.com, NPR.org, insider.com, variety.com, Good Morning America, ABC News, theguardian.com, facts.net, and thisdayinmusic.com!
In this episode we discuss the short, but very influential career that Ed Sheeran has had. We also will go over recent music news, weekly charts, this week in music, and some additional topics as well!
Thanks again to rollingstone.com, billboard.com, CNN.com, americansongwriter.com, NYTimes.com, wikipedia.org, thisdayinmusic.com, Apple music (iTunes) and americantop40.com.
In this episode we will discuss the King of Pop Michael Jackson by diving into his early life in the Jackson 5, and every story after that. We will be discussing some sensitive topics in this episode like mental health and sexual abuse and so please listen with caution.
How did Michael's youth affect the person that the media perceived him as an adult? Listen to the episode to find out more!
Also, we covered music news for this week, weekly charts, and this week in music.
Thanks to: wikipedia.org, rollingstone.com, billboard.com, theguardian.com, americantop40.com, thisdayinmusic.com, today.com for the information given in this episode. 🤟
Today we talk about the band Kansas and the long-standing success they have had in the music industry. We also do regular music news, charts and this week in music.
As always thanks to Wikipedia.com, kansasband.com, billboard.com, Apple Music, thisdayinmusic.com and rollingstone.com.
On this episode we discuss the Godfathers of progressive rock - Pink Floyd. We also have music news, weekly chart toppers, and this week in music to discuss.
Special thanks to Wikipedia.org, rollingstone.com, popvortex.com, thisdayinmusic.com, billboard.com, and pinkfloyd.com for all the information used in this episode.
In this episode we will be discussing how Taylor Swift went from teenaged country star to pop icon.
We also will talk about current charts and this week in music.
References: Billboard.com, wikipedia.com, thisdayinmusic.com, and David Bennett Piano on YouTube for the information on Elton John and Dua Lipa's song 'Cold Heart (PNAU remix).
First attempt at recording. Just a quick glimpse into my life, and what to possibly expect from this Podcast. No name, no idea, just a passion for running my mouth at this time. See where it might go. 😅