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How Mariah Became The Queen of Christmas Dec 18, 2024

As "All I Want For Christmas Is You" celebrates its 30th anniversary, we look at Mariah Carey's rise to the Christmas throne. Who might be challenging her for the crown?

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In Memoriam 2024 (Part 2) Dec 11, 2024

The second part of our look at all the musicians, writers, and producers we lost this year.

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In Memoriam 2024 (Part 1) Dec 04, 2024

The first part of our look at all the musicians, writers, and producers we lost this year.

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Kendrick vs. Drake, Round 2 Nov 27, 2024

As Kendrick drops his new album Drake takes legal action. We're running down the week's biggest music headlines, including 'Wicked' and Shaboozey!

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Musical Map: Seattle & Memphis Nov 20, 2024

This week, Charles and Eric are breaking down the hottest music acts from Seattle Memphis...

Take a trip to some of the most important musical cities in America! This week we're spotlighting the birthplace of grunge and the home of the blues (not to mention a kid named Elvis).

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Grammy Nominees 2024: Is This Beyonce's Year? Nov 13, 2024

The Grammy nominations are here, and we're breaking it all down. From Taylor Swift to Kendrick Lamar, this year's ceremony is set to be a star-studded event.

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Quincy Jones: Life, Legacy, & Iconic Career! Nov 06, 2024

Quincy Jones has played a part in creating some of the biggest songs of all time.

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The Spookiest Halloween Hits of All Time! Oct 30, 2024

Find out which classics rise from the musical grave every October, and discover some new creepy oddities for your spooky season playlist!

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Liam Payne & Other Music Stars Who Passed Away Young Oct 23, 2024

Liam Payne's death has sparked a larger conversation about the impact of the music industry. This week, we're taking a look at other young artists who died too son.

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How We Listen: From Edison To Spotify Oct 16, 2024

Digital sales are dead and streaming is king. How did we get here from wax cylinders?

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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The Messiest Divorces In Music History!!!! Oct 09, 2024

Cardi B and Offset look like they might be ending their marriage for real this time, but they aren't the first musical spouses to call it quits.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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SNL'S Most Infamous Musical Moments Oct 03, 2024

'Saturday Night Live' is hitting 50 and we're looking at some of the most memorable musical guests in the show's history, including the artists who found themselves BANNED for outrageous behavior!

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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When Hair Metal Ruled The World Sep 25, 2024

Break out your spandex and hairspray! We’re talking about the wild highs and tragic lows of the 80s glam metal scene.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Jane’s Addiction’s Public Implosion Sep 18, 2024

We’re running down the biggest music headlines of the week, including the onstage brawl that ended Jane’s Addiction.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Linkin Park's New Lead Singer & Other Band Replacements Sep 11, 2024

Linkin Park has announced that Emily Strong of Dead Sarah will be stepping in to fill Chester Bennington's shoes. The news has been met with mixed reviews, as some fans are not happy about the change.

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Oh Brother! The Return of Oasis Sep 04, 2024

The Gallagher brothers are getting the band back together, but they aren't the first brother act with crazy drama. We're running down some legendary family feuds.

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Phil Collins - New Music In The Air? Aug 28, 2024

Legendary drummer/Genesis front man/pop icon Phil Collins may be releasing his first new music in over 20 years...what is his legacy today?

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Who Ruled 2010? Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars & Other Hitmakers! Aug 21, 2024

Let's settle this! 2010 was a big year for music, but some acts stood above the rest. From Lady Gaga to Bruno Mars, here's our list of the biggest artists from that year!

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The End Of The Road For Aerosmith Aug 15, 2024

We bid farewell to Aerosmith and two other legendary groups who have announced their touring days are over.

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40 Years of 'Purple Rain' - Ranking Prince's Biggest Hits! Aug 07, 2024

Dearly beloved...as Prince is inducted into the Songwriter's Hall of Fame we look at the lasting impact of his landmark album and film Purple Rain.

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Deadpool & Twisters: Blockbuster Soundtracks Jul 31, 2024

With this summer's biggest movies bringing the hits, we look at some of the most influential soundtracks of all time!

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Taylor On Top: The Biggest Tours Ever Jul 24, 2024

As Taylor Swift continues to sell out venues all over the world we look at the highest -grossing tours in history.

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Wait, They Had More Than One Hit?!? Jul 17, 2024

From Vanilla Ice to PSY, each of these "one-hit wonders" had at least one other successful song. Find out which one actually had 17 hits!!!

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Strange & Suspicious Deaths And Disappearances Jul 10, 2024

We dig into the questionable deaths, disappearances, and assaults of several music legends. What really happened to these icons?

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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4th Of July Songs: The Best, Worst, & Strangest! Jul 03, 2024

The 4th of July is becoming one of the biggest music holidays...see which classic songs people are celebrating with!

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Michael Jackson's Legacy: Jimmy Jam Talks Creating 'Scream' with MJ & Janet! Jun 26, 2024

In this episode, we explore the behind-the-scenes magic of creating one of the most iconic duets in pop history, "Scream" by Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson. Jimmy Jam, renowned for his innovative production and hit-making prowess, joins us to share intimate stories and insights into the creative process of working with the King of Pop.

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We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together: Music Groups That Tried to Reunite Jun 19, 2024

From Journey to New Edition, music groups have tried (and sometimes failed) to reunite after years apart. This week, we're taking a lot at the biggest reunions and failed comebacks in history.

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Billie Eilish Goes To "Lunch" For Pride Jun 12, 2024

We look at the new wave of LGBTQIA+ artists and the icons who paved the way.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Eminem Returns With A Song You've Heard Before Jun 05, 2024

Slim Shady's latest samples a classic song and it's not the only one! We break down where you've already heard today's hits

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Apple's 100 Best Albums May 29, 2024

Apple Music released their list of the "100 Best Albums Of All Time". Are they really the best? You won't believe who they left out!

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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AI & the Future Of Music May 22, 2024

AI is helping country legend Randy Travis find his voice again after a debilitating stroke...what does this mean for the future?

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Post Malone & Morgan Wallen Team Up May 15, 2024

Too big to fail? Not always. A-list stars joining forces can either conquer the charts or be a massive disappointment. We weigh in on Posty, Morgan, and the "event single".

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Fight The Power! Protest Songs That Changed History May 08, 2024

From Vietnam to Black Lives Matter and everything in-between, these songs were the soundtrack for tumultuous times.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Taylor Swift vs. The Biggest Artists Of All Time May 01, 2024

As Taylor Swift's new album breaks records, how does she compare to Elvis, the Beatles, and Michael Jackson?

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Hozier On Top - The Greatest Comebacks Of All Time Apr 24, 2024

From the king of rock’n’roll to the queen of Christmas, see which artists made the most of their second chance

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Kendrick vs. Drake - The Most Savage Diss Tracks Ever Apr 17, 2024

Rappers, rockers, pop stars, and even presidents have been destroyed in song. We look at the most brutal diss tracks of all time.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere and Eric Colley

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Is Diddy Cancelled? Separating Art And Artist Apr 10, 2024

Is it possible to enjoy problematic artists, and how far does their cancellation extend? We take a deep dive into what losing certain artists really means.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere and Eric Colley

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Is Beyonce the New Queen of Country? Plus, Other Artists Who Switched Lanes! Apr 03, 2024

For some it’s a career shift, for others it’s a one-off experiment…we run down the greatest genre-hopping successes and failures

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Music's Wildest Conspiracy Theories (And Some That Were True!) Mar 27, 2024

Fake deaths, murder cover-ups, impostors, and alien lizard shapeshifters...but not all conspiracies are as crazy as they sound.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere and Eric Colley

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The Family Business: North West & Second Generation Singers Mar 20, 2024

We run down the artists who made the most of their connections and those who remained stuck in the shadow of their famous families.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere & Eric Colley

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Ryan Gosling & Other Actors Who Rocked The Mic (Or Tried Anyway) Mar 13, 2024

Singing actor or acting singer? We run down the stars who doubled up on the screen and on the charts

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Kanye vs. Donna Summer - And The Lawsuits That Changed Music Mar 06, 2024

What's the line between inspiration and theft? We look at artists who found out the hard way, and how these cases shaped the industry.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere and Eric Colley

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Roots, Rock, Reggae & The Story Behind 'One Love' Feb 28, 2024

Go beyond the hit film ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ to explore the roots and evolution of reggae, from ska to dancehall.

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And The Grammy Goes To... Feb 21, 2024

Beyoncé is in good company! You won’t believe which other icons have never won, or even been nominated, for the prestigious Album of the Year Grammy.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere and Eric Colley

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All-Star Charity Songs: Making A Brighter Day? Feb 21, 2024

"Get to the Hook" is a brand new podcast that strikes an entirely different chord, merging expert analysis on the topics shaping the music world with the genuine passion of two diehard fans trading stories about the greatest moments in music.

On today's episode...

How many celebrities does it take to save the world? We look at the history, the highs, and the lows of the all-star charity benefit song.

Hosts: Charles Latibeaudiere and Eric Colley

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Get To The Hook Trailer Feb 16, 2024

"Get to the Hook" is a brand new podcast that strikes an entirely different chord, merging expert analysis on the topics shaping the music world with the genuine passion of two diehard fans trading stories about the greatest moments in music. Host Charles Latibeaudiere and resident music savant Eric Colley bring their years of experience and passion for both the art and the industry to deliver insights on the latest trends, controversies, and innovations in music ... and even sprinkle in a little trivia and plenty of laughs along the way. Whether you're a casual radio listener or a hardcore music aficionado, "Get to the Hook" hits just the right note.

New episode available starting February 21!

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