Death By Music Podcast
290 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★ - 22 ratingsThis show is for the morbidly curious music fan - it's a combination of true crime and music history. Death By Music Podcast covers death in the music industry, from overdoses to plane crashes to cold-blooded murder.
NEW EPISODES MONTLY! MINI episodes every Monday - topical music stories with a bit of off-topic chit chat. 100+ archived mini episodes are available on our Patreon!
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Episodes
Missy Elliott Gets Portsmouth Street Named After Her | Mini 74
September 19, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this episode we mashup some Missy stories; first, her induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and then the new street being named after her in Missy's hometown of Portsmouth, Virginia! We also read some listener e-mails, give some advice, and ponder whether or not Cassie will have her baby on her due date (Spoiler alert: she didn't). Support the show
How Elvis's Manager Made Money Off of Haters | Mini 73
September 12, 2022 22:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBElvis did make quite the stir when he first hit music - you either loved him or HATED him, but Elvis's manager would take your money either way. Also, Cassie is due in two days! Alex and Jake catch up on the previous week's fun, including a Rammstein concert in Philly and Dragon Con in Atlanta. Support the show
The Tommy Lee Dick Pic Saga | Mini 72
September 05, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBTommy Lee of Mötley Crüe recently posted a dick pic on social media, and has been milking the incident ever since. Support the show
When Gaahl of Gorgoroth Imprisoned and Tortured a Man at a Party | Mini 71
August 29, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBAnd it wouldn't be the last time! Alex and Jake discuss Gaahl's conviction and go through the details of that evening. Is drinking blood considered vegetarian? Support the show
When Beatle George Harrison Survived a Brutal Stabbing | Mini 70
August 22, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBToday we discuss the incident that took place in 1999 where a schizophrenic man broke into George Harrison's house and nearly murdered him and his family. Support the show
Housekeeping: Freddie Mercury Parts 1 & 2 (The Re-recordings) Are Now Available!
August 18, 2022 16:00 - 42 seconds - 577 KBWe are working through re-recording seasons 1 & 2 with Jake and additional information! It begins with our series on Freddie Mercury, episodes 2.9 and 2.10. If you scroll back in your podcast feed, you'll find these episodes updated with the new re-recording. Links below. Freddie Mercury (Queen) Part 1 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1qyq5GNck8Zx8GlXGKDs0H?si=c09d9d0a9e1d489d Freddie Mercury (Queen) Part 2 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ko6JAblANiV7RGI6S2OI8 Support the show
Dave Coulier Realizes Alanis Morrissette's "You Oughta Know" Might Be About Him | Mini 69
August 12, 2022 20:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBThe first time Dave heard the song, he did a double-take realizing he may have really hurt Alanis. Support the show
Avenged Sevenfold's M. Shadows Criticizes Pop Production on Rock and Metal Records | Mini 68
August 08, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBM. Shadows calls out pop production for being the downfall of rock and metal popularity. Support the show
Nick Cannon Might Have 3 More Kids In 2022 | Mini 67
August 01, 2022 04:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBIf he did, that'd bring the total to 10... Plus, the team discusses the best songs to get stabbed to. Support the show
Analyzing Lyrics to Andrew Gold's Song Lonely Boy | Mini 66
July 25, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBKathleen requested an analysis to the song Lonely Boy by Andrew Gold in our Facebook group - is he a narcissist or simply a jealous older sibling? Support the show
Kelly Clarkson Evicts Ex Brandon Blackstock From Her Ranch | Mini 65
July 18, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBAnother episode in the Kelly mini series! This one covers the drama between Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock in their expensive divorce. Support the show
Machine Gun Kelly Attempts Suicide On Phone With Megan Fox | Mini 64
July 11, 2022 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBAmong several other alarming MGK stories. Support the show
R. Kelly Sentenced In Sex Trafficking Case | Mini 63
July 04, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBFinally, the consequences of his own actions have caught up to him - R. Kelly was just sentenced to 30 years and placed on suicide watch. Support the show
4.17 - Judy Garland (Wizard of Oz)
June 29, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBBy listener request, we've chosen to do a between-seasons episode on Judy Garland for Pride Month! All Friends of Dorothy welcome here. Judy is widely considered to be a gay icon, even being called "The Elvis of Homosexuals" by LGBT-interest magazine The Advocate. Listen to her troubling (albeit wildly successful) story in this episode. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/33w3m97XxolzlsYpE1bj6K?si=2f8cb78f897e4256 . Support ...
Kid Rock & Scott Stapp of Creed's Sex Tape | Mini 62
June 27, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBAs mentioned in mini episode 61, the gang discusses the sex tape fiasco between Kid Rock and Scott Stapp. Support the show
Creed Fans Sue Band After Botched Concert | Mini 61
June 20, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBAfter a performance gone wrong, Creed fans try to sue the band for ticket costs. Support the show
Couple Performs Sex Act in Autopsy Pit At Maryland Deathfest | Mini 60
June 13, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBExactly what it sounds like but still probably not what you pictured - plus, the team try Flamin' Hot Mountain Dew. Support the show
Singer From Clown-Themed Iron Maiden Tribute Band Arrested | Mini 59
June 06, 2022 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBThis mini episode follows the saga of Dicksee Di'Anno of Powerclown - an Iron Maiden clown tribute band - and his arrest after attempting to smuggle $7 million of "stimulant drugs" into Japan. Support the show
Rolling Stone Magazine's Exposé on Taylor Hawkins | Mini 58
May 30, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBAlex is back from Welcome to Rockville and shares her experience at the music festival. Then the team goes into the article Rolling Stone released following Taylor Hawkins' death that allegedly took different musicians quotes out of context to create an exposé, rather than a tribute. Support the show
Rockstars Name Their Favorite Foods | Mini 57
May 23, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBDon't mind the first minute of this episode... Alex forgot to set the microphone inputs. The team talks about their number one noms while going through a list of rockstar favorites. Support the show
4.16 - John Lennon (The Beatles) Part 2
May 18, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBThe final episode of our John Lennon series focuses on the breakup of the Beatles, their solo careers, John's relationships, and his death at the hands of Mark David Chapman. Support the show
RIP to Trevor Strnad of The Black Dahlia Murder | Mini 56
May 16, 2022 04:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBIn this mini episode, we read from one of Trevor's interviews transcribed by Blabbermouth where he shares some insights to his mental health and alcohol consumption. RIP to Trevor, who took his life May 11. Support the show
Courtney LaPlante of Spiritbox Had "Name Three Songs" Encounter Over Every Time I Die T-shirt | Mini 55
May 09, 2022 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBEver been a female wearing a band t-shirt and been challenged on your knowledge? This episode is about those sorts of weird and unnecessary interactions. Support the show
Spiritbox Singer Had "Name Three Songs" Encounter Over Every Time I Die T-shirt | Mini 55
May 09, 2022 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBEver been a female wearing a band t-shirt and been challenged on your knowledge? This episode is about those sorts of weird and unnecessary interactions. Support the show
4.15 - John Lennon (The Beatles) Part 1
May 04, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBJohn Lennon had a tough and unstable childhood, but found his talents in music and became the ringleader for the most famous band in the world, The Beatles. Learn about his childhood and experiences with Beatlemania, as well as the dark side that not many folks talk about. Support the show
Limp Bizkit and Woodstock '99 | Mini 54
May 02, 2022 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this mini episode, we provide a little context for the Fred Durst interview and discuss whether or not Limp should be held responsible for the riots and violence at Woodstock '99. Support the show
BONUS: Alex's Interview with Fred Durst of Limp Bizkit | 96X WROX
April 28, 2022 18:00 - 5 minutes - 4 MBBuckle up bitches, your minds are going to be blown. Alex got the chance to speak with Mr. Durst himself, and here's what he had to say. Support the show
ALS Patient Asks To Hear Tool Album with Brain Implant, and other Tool Related Stories | Mini 53
April 25, 2022 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBThis episode compiles a few Tool-related stories, from the uplifting to the rectum-ripping. Support the show
4.14 - Phil Spector (Part 2)
April 20, 2022 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBThe end of our two-part series on music producer Phil Spector goes into his murder of actress Lana Clarkson, and Phil's subsequent trial and death. [email protected] . Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qMz5WO1C4iFGOlluXlUTQ?si=7b43e1eae8f24c74 . Support the show
When Merle Haggard Was Pardoned By Ronald Reagan | Mini 52
April 18, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBIt's officially been 50 years since President Ronald Reagan pardoned country musician Merle Haggard. Also, is lasagna a cassarole? Support the show
4.13 - Phil Spector (Part 1)
April 13, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBThis two-part series covers the life and controversy surrounding prolific music producer Phil Spector. Part one looks at his troublesome upbringing, successes in music, and questionable behavior leading to the murder of actress Lana Clarkson, which is covered in-depth on part 2. [email protected] . Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qMz5WO1C4iFGOlluXlUTQ?si=7b43e1eae8f24c74 . Support the show
Taylor Hawkins Endured 'Torture' For First Big Tour | Mini 51
April 11, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBToday's story goes into an interview where Taylor Hawkins of the Foo Fighters described his first time on the road. Support the show
4.12 - Jim Morrison (The Doors) Part 2
April 06, 2022 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBThis episode covers the latter part of Jim Morrison's short life - from their rebellious performance on The Ed Sullivan Show to his mysterious death in Paris, and all of the debauchery along the way. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0cxRHUEU0m3H2C0rRgGGXA?si=dbc9640b6c284abe . Support the show
Stories From Dave Grohl's Book | Mini 50
April 04, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBToday, we throw Cassie a bone and cover some interesting stories from Dave Grohl's book The Storyteller. Support the show
4.11 - Jim Morrison (The Doors) Part 1
March 30, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBGet ready for part one of the legendary poet, writer, and vocalist for The Doors, Jim Morrison. Part one details Jim's childhood and young adulthood, and the initial success of The Doors. Listen to the playlist for this episode at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0cxRHUEU0m3H2C0rRgGGXA?si=dbc9640b6c284abe . Support the show
Zakk Wylde Hid His Feces In Ozzy Osbourne's Couch | Mini 49
March 28, 2022 04:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBBack to our favorite topic, human excrement! In this episode, we touch base with some of our listeners, discuss the Kroger Bar, and share some wild stories from the rectums of Zakk Wylde and Ozzy on tour. Support the show
4.10 - Avicii
March 23, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB28-year-old DJ Tim Bergling, also known as Avicii, took the world by storm when he broke through the EDM scene. But, life on the road took a major road on his mental and physical health. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0EN5A0hZyoArU3gPm13yso?si=108cdf57b5534771 . Support the show
Aretha Franklin's Granddaughter Turned Down From American Idol | Mini 48
March 21, 2022 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBThis week we talk about Aretha Franklin's granddaughter Grace and how she was turned down after auditioning for American Idol. This devolves into a chat about our own first concerts. Who's your favorite child of a celebrity that's also famous? Ours will be Steve. Support the show
4.9 - Roky Erickson (The 13th Floor Elevators)
March 16, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBRoky was instrumental in the psychedelic and horror rock genres, paving the way for many musicians to come - but he was also plagued with paranoid schizophrenia, which pulled him into his own head and away from the music world for some time. Roky was able to make a strong comeback into music after spending years as a recluse. Learn about his life and career in this episode! Listen for the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7dRnIXCnedZXE8kfj...
David Bowie Was Next On Mark David Chapman's Hitlist | Mini 47
March 14, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBJohn Lennon's murderer had planned on killing David Bowie, as well as several other celebrities too. Luckily the SOB was apprehended and remains in jail to this day. Support the show
Corey Taylor of Slipknot's Broken Neck | Mini 46
March 07, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBIn honor of Alex passing by Corey Taylor in the Charlotte airport, this week we're covering the time he found out he'd been walking around for years with a broken neck. Support the show
4.8 - Randy Blythe (Lamb of God)
March 02, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBIn 2010, Randy Blythe was accused of the murder of Daniel Nosek after a show in the Czech Republic. In this episode, we discuss the history of Lamb of God as well as the incident in question and trial. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6nU6LusaTBKUUkPOVELwLo?si=4a098d400e904ce8 . Support the show
Frank Sinatra's Explosive Temper | Mini 45
February 28, 2022 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBApparently Frank Sinatra had a huge penchant for throwing items at other people. Learn about his most memorable outbursts in this mini episode! Support the show
4.7 - Aretha Franklin
February 23, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBThe Queen of Soul and one of the greatest musical artists of all time... Today we cover the life and career of Aretha Franklin. Not only did she have a powerful voice, she was a force in both civil and women's rights movements and has one of the most powerful and unforgettable voices in history. [email protected] . You're not going to want to miss this week's playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7xkKyjCFMahIqdT5C02y1z?si=a91e807135ae4247 . Support the show
Chester Bennington of Linkin Park Had a Cyberstalker | Mini 44
February 21, 2022 05:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBBack in 2006, Bennington's e-mail and various accounts were hacked. He and is wife Talinda were the subject of some pretty creepy cyberstalking and harassment, but eventually found the chick! Support the show
4.6 - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
February 16, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBMozart has a surprisingly interesting story, and is the first composer we've covered on the show. Not only was he a child prodigy, he was a huge fan of scatological humor - aka shit talk - and had quite a way with the ladies. [email protected] . Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6VwndhJVtrMUnpm749OlxA?si=cb3ceeabf6d243b6 . Support the show
Eddie Vedder of Pearl Jam Calls Out Mötley Crüe | Mini 43
February 14, 2022 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.54 MBEddie Vedder was caught in an interview describing his distaste for hair metal, in particular Mötley Crüe. Nikki Sixx jabbed back, and now the two are making headlines with their back-and-forth tweets. Support the show
4.5 - Lesley Gore
February 09, 2022 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBLesley Gore's career started off as an early pop idol and ended with an empowered woman and activist. [email protected] Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/22qVvXc9cX8WloEq57uILb?si=a0a8cb5899354fb1 Support the show
Beatles Rooftop Concert | Mini 42
February 07, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBThis minisode delves into the circumstances behind The Beatles final performance upon the rooftop of Apple Studios. Support the show
4.4 - Norwegian Black Metal Deaths Part 2
February 02, 2022 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBHere comes part 2 of the much-requested series on the black metal deaths of the 1990's. This episode picks up after Mayhem's frontman Dead killed himself. It covers the church burnings, and Faust and Varg both committing murder in cold blood. Don't know what that even means? You should probably listen to part 1. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0a8uEtnmauGT4JEtLv1CQb?si=c740cf5ef610440b . Support the show