This Week In Music History Podcast With Marty Miller

This Week In Music History Podcast With Marty Miller

Marty Miller brings you this week in music history, every week from Nova.ie. Prepare to be transported back in time; the nostalgia is real! Get your fill of music history from Marty every week and get those classics out for a listen!

Episodes

October 13, 2025 8 mins

Join Marty Miller as we embark on another journey through music history, this time exploring the week of October 13th to 17th! In this episode, we dive into the remarkable story behind Def Leppard's "Hysteria," which set records and took an astonishing three years to create or did it?

.We also look back at Bono’s infamous apology in 2014, following U2’s controversial iTunes album drop.

Remember the legendary CBGB club? We share me...

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Join Marty Miller as we travel through the week of October 6th to 10th in music history! In this episode, we celebrate the life of legendary drummer Ginger Baker, who passed away in 2019, and pay tribute to Phil Chevron of The Pogues, an Irish icon we lost far too soon. We also discuss George Harrison’s landmark A-side single from 1969, and the infamous run-in with the law for Mama Cass in London. From John Lennon’s Green Card aw...

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Join Marty Miller as we head on another trip through music history, focusing on the week of September 29th to October 3rd.

This episode we visit the 1987 photo shoot for Pink Floyd’s album "A Momentary Lapse of Reason," featuring 800 Victorian hospital beds on an English beach.

We also nod the launch of BBC Radio 1 in 1967 and its first DJ, Tony Blackburn, captivating millions.

Plus,dive into Oasis's legendary album "What's the...

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Join Marty Miller for another time-traveling adventure through music history, covering the week from September 22nd to 26th! In this episode, we remember John Bonham, the iconic drummer of Led Zeppelin, who passed away far too young this week in 1980. We'll also explore the intriguing backstory of David Bowie's groundbreaking track "Heroes," co-written with Brian Eno. All this and more, packed into under 10 minutes!

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Join Marty Miller as we explore the week of September 15th to 19th in Music History!

In this episode, we pay tribute to the legendary Johnny Ramone, whose pioneering punk guitar style left an indelible mark on music.

We'll also revisit the controversy surrounding U2's unexpected album download in 2014 and the tragic passing of Rick Ocasek from The Cars.

But that's not all!

We’ll delve into the wild tale of Queen's infamous Bicycle...

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Join Marty Miller for another journey through music history as we explore the week of September 8th to 12th.

In this episode, we dive into the iconic collaboration between David Bowie and Bing Crosbyfor a 1977 Christmas special that has become a legendary moment in music.

We also celebrate the debut of The Monkees on American TV and discover the surprising career shift of Bruce Dickinson from Iron Maiden to airline pilot, just becu...

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September 1, 2025 8 mins

Back after the break, Marty Miller has another journey through music history, exploring the week from September 1st to 5th!

In this episode, we encounter the chaotic debut of the Sex Pistols on TV in 1976, where the band's audacious energy marked the end of an era.

We also celebrate Blondie's signing with Chrysalis Records in 1977 and uncover the intriguing story behind Debbie Harry's time as a Playboy Bunny. Discover the emot...

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Join Marty Miller for a journey through time and music history, covering the week of August 4th to 8th!

In this episode, we explore curious tales, like the infamous cowbell in early Guns N' Roses tracks and the legendary performances of Elvis, whose Peacock jumpsuit fetched a staggering $300,000 at auction, still holding traces of his perspiration.

We dive into the chaos of a Guns N' Roses and Metallica gig turned riot, and remini...

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Join Marty Miller for another dive into music history as we explore the week of July 28th to August 1st!

In this episode, we revisit the chilling story behind The Boomtown Rats' number one hit "I Don't Like Mondays," which arose from a tragic shooting spree by a 16-year-old girl.

We also delve into the high-profile divorce of Prince and the remarks made by John Lennon in the '60s that sparked outrage across America.

Plus, we pay...

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Join Marty Miller as we travel through another week in music history, from July 21st to 25th!

This episode highlights iconic moments, including the groundbreaking release of Guns N' Roses' "Appetite for Destruction" in 1987, an album that shook the music world.

We'll revisit Roger Waters' monumental concert at the Berlin Wall in 1990, featuring jaw-dropping visuals and an audience of 350,000.

Plus, we reflect on the poignant loss o...

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Join Marty Miller for another look into music history, diving into the events from July 14th to 18th!

In this episode, we reflect on the tragic loss of singer-songwriter Harry Chapin, who died too soon in a car accident at just 38.

We also remember Deep Purple co-founder John Lord, who passed away at 71, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable music.

Zipping through the decades, we'll revisit the infamous breaking point of the E...

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Join Marty Miller for another superfast journey through music history, from July 7th to 11th!

In this episode, we take a nostalgic trip back to 1967 as The Monkees hit the road with the legendary Jimi Hendrix as their opening act—albeit briefly due to audience reactions!!!

We remember Pink Floyd's Sid Barrett, who passed away in 2006 at the age of 60. Then, we'll explore the unforgettable concert with Bob Dylan and Van Morrison ...

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Join Marty Miller as we take a trip through music history from June 30th to July 4th!

This week, we explore KISS’s infamous comic book launch that literally mixed their blood with ink and the creative genius behind 10cc's timeless hit "I'm Not In Love."

We'll also revisit pivotal moments, like when Brian Jones tragically joined the 27 Club and Axl Rose's riotous antics at a Guns N' Roses gig.

Plus, we touch on the launch of th...

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June 23, 2025 8 mins

Join Marty Miller as we dive into an jam-packed week of music history from June 23rd to 27th!

This episode takes a poignant look at the legacy of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, who tragically passed away in 2009 at just 50 years old.

We’ll also explore the auction of a lock of David Bowie's hair that fetched an astounding $18,750!

Discover the allure of Elvis Presley’s crypt, put up for auction in 2012, and relive Eric Clapto...

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Join Marty Miller as we take a trip through music history from June 16th to 20th!

This week, we dive into the dramatic moment in 2016 when Meatloaf collapsed on stage, leaving fans in shock.

We'll also explore David Bowie's creative genius with the release of "Ziggy Stardust" in 1972, and how his vision of an alien persona was influenced by his understanding of Japanese culture.

We'll touch on essential milestones like the mass p...

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Join Marty Miller as we zip through another week in music history, covering June 9th to 13th! Remember the buzz in 2006 about Led Zeppelin's secret rehearsals? Listen in on the actual rehearsal happening!

Plus, we’ll chat about Paul McCartney’s "low-key" wedding in Ireland in 2002, and the wild punch-up between Liam Gallagher and Mick Hucknall in 1998. From The Beatles’ explosive arrival in Australia in 1964 to Dave Grohl’s shock...

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Join Marty Miller as we journey through the week of June 2nd to June 6th in music history!

We revisit Phil Lynott's unforgettable question about Irish heritage and the mad tale of Ray Davies making a transatlantic trip just to change one word in a song.

We'll also dive into moments like Wings setting a record with a massive indoor concert, and Bill Wyman's controversial marriage.

Plus, remember the talents of Billy Preston and the...

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Join Marty Miller as we embark on another trip through time in This Week in Music History, exploring the week of May 26th to 30th!

Discover the groundbreaking moment when the Rolling Stones topped the charts with the first number one featuring a sitar.

We'll also delve into John and Yoko's iconic bed-in for peace that started on May 26th, and reminisce about the late Andy Fletcher of Depeche Mode, a true backbone of the band.

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Quick, educational, entertaining, but mostly quick!!

This is May 19th to 24th in Music History.

Jerry Lee Lewis and his 14 year old bride feature. She was also his 3rd cousin.

Hear from Patti Boyd about leaving George Harrison for Eric Clapton and loads more.

All in less than 10 minutes.

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Join Marty Miller for another episode of This Week in Music History, zooming through the week of May 12th to 16th!

This time, we celebrate pivotal moments, starting with the iconic signing of the Sex Pistols by Richard Branson in 1977, which changed the game forever.

We’ll also catch up with Bruce Springsteen’s candlelit wedding to Julianne Phillips in 1985. Plus, we’ll remember the legendary B.B. King, who left our world in 2015...

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