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Step into a time machine of music with "Music History, Daily" your podcast for music lovers and history buffs alike! Each day, we'll turn back the pages of music history to relive the release of iconic songs, the rise of legendary artists, and those unforgettable moments that defined genres and shaped culture.

Whether you crave a blast of music nostalgia, enjoy a good music trivia challenge, or want to expand your music discovery horizons, "Music History Daily" has something for you. Uncover the stories that bring the music alive, from chart-toppers to hidden gems. Get ready to rediscover the power of music and why it holds a special place in our hearts.

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  • Phil Collins Plays London and New York Same Day

    Phil Collins Plays London and New York Same Day
    Jan 29 2026
    # January 29, 1991: The Day Phil Collins Conquered Both Sides of the Atlantic (Literally)

    On January 29, 1991, Phil Collins achieved something so audaciously rock-and-roll that it seems almost impossible in the pre-internet age: he performed at two separate concerts on two different continents *on the same day*.

    This wasn't just any pair of shows. We're talking about performing at the Royal Albert Hall in London for the Prince's Trust charity concert in the afternoon, then hopping on the Concorde supersonic jet to cross the Atlantic Ocean at twice the speed of sound, arriving in time (thanks to time zones) to perform that same evening at the Atlantic Records 40th Anniversary concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

    Let that sink in for a moment. Before smartphones, before streaming, before you could watch a concert on your phone while sitting on your couch – Phil Collins pulled off a feat that required split-second timing, military precision, and access to the world's fastest commercial aircraft.

    The Atlantic Records concert was a monster event celebrating four decades of legendary music, featuring an absolutely stacked lineup including Led Zeppelin (in a rare reunion!), Genesis, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Aretha Franklin, and many others. Collins actually pulled double duty at this show too – performing both as a solo artist AND with Genesis, since both acts were signed to Atlantic.

    The logistics were insane. After his London performance, Collins was whisked away to Heathrow Airport, boarded the Concorde (which could make the journey in under three hours), and thanks to the five-hour time difference between London and New York, he actually arrived earlier than he left in local time. It was like musical time travel.

    This stunt was so perfectly "Phil Collins" – the drummer-turned-superstar who by 1991 was at the absolute peak of his commercial powers, having dominated the 1980s with massive hits like "In the Air Tonight," "Against All Odds," and "Another Day in Paradise." He was everywhere: solo career, Genesis, movie soundtracks, producing other artists. The man was unstoppable.

    The story became instant legend, cementing Collins' reputation not just as a hitmaker but as someone willing to go to extraordinary lengths for his craft (and perhaps enjoying the rock star excess of it all). It's the kind of rock-and-roll tale that perfectly captures a specific moment in time – when supersonic jets were still flying commercial routes, when charity concerts brought together musical royalty, and when being a rock star meant occasionally doing something completely, wonderfully absurd.

    Sadly, you can't recreate this feat today – the Concorde was retired in 2003, and no supersonic commercial aircraft currently operates. Phil Collins' transatlantic dash remains frozen in time, a delightfully bonkers achievement that reminds us that sometimes the most memorable moments in music history happen *between* the notes.


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    3 mins
  • We Are the World Wins Big at AMAs

    We Are the World Wins Big at AMAs
    Jan 28 2026
    # January 28, 1986: The Day "We Are the World" Won Big at the American Music Awards

    Forty years ago today, one of the most ambitious charitable musical projects in history took center stage at the 13th Annual American Music Awards. "We Are the World," the superstar-studded anthem created to fight African famine, swept the ceremony with multiple wins, cementing its place as not just a commercial juggernaut but a cultural phenomenon that redefined what popular music could accomplish.

    The song itself had been recorded almost exactly one year earlier, on January 28, 1985 (spooky coincidence!), in a legendary all-night session at A&M Recording Studios in Hollywood. That night, 46 of America's biggest music stars gathered after the American Music Awards ceremony to record what would become the fastest-selling pop single in American history. The lineup read like a "who's who" of 1980s music royalty: Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, Tina Turner, Billy Joel, Diana Ross, Bob Dylan, Ray Charles, and so many more.

    Written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, with production by Quincy Jones, the song was conceived as America's answer to Band Aid's "Do They Know It's Christmas?" Jones famously posted a sign at the studio entrance that read: "Check your egos at the door." And somehow, miraculously, it worked. These massive superstars queued up in designated order, each taking their solo lines with humility and purpose.

    By January 28, 1986, "We Are the World" had already raised over $50 million for USA for Africa (United Support of Artists for Africa), providing food, medicine, and relief supplies to famine-stricken regions, particularly Ethiopia. The song had topped charts in virtually every country where it was released, sold over 20 million copies, and become the first single ever certified multi-platinum.

    The American Music Awards recognition was particularly meaningful because these awards are determined by public polling rather than industry votes—representing genuine popular approval. The wins validated that audiences understood the song's mission extended beyond mere celebrity spectacle.

    The recording session itself had become the stuff of legend: Stevie Wonder improvising in Swahili, Bob Dylan struggling endearingly with his lines until Stevie Wonder coached him through, Cyndi Lauper removing her jewelry because it jangled during her parts, and Prince's notable absence (though he contributed a song to the album). Kenny Rogers later recalled how humbling it was to stand between legends, united by purpose rather than ego.

    "We Are the World" represented a turning point in celebrity activism and charitable fundraising. It established the template for future benefit singles and demonstrated that pop music could mobilize massive humanitarian relief while maintaining artistic credibility. The project inspired countless similar initiatives worldwide, from "Hear 'n Aid" for African famine relief to later efforts for various causes.

    Today, the song remains a touchstone of 1980s pop culture and continues to be revived during times of crisis—remade for Haiti earthquake relief in 2010, covered for COVID-19 relief, and referenced whenever artists unite for causes greater than themselves.

    So on this January 28th, we remember not just an awards show victory, but the moment when music proved it could change the world—one voice, one song, and millions of hearts at a time.


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    4 mins
  • Michael Jackson's Hair Catches Fire During Pepsi Commercial

    Michael Jackson's Hair Catches Fire During Pepsi Commercial
    Jan 27 2026
    # January 27, 1984: Michael Jackson's Hair Catches Fire During Pepsi Commercial Filming

    On January 27, 1984, one of the most shocking and consequential accidents in pop music history occurred at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Michael Jackson, at the absolute peak of his "Thriller" era fame, was filming a multimillion-dollar Pepsi commercial when a pyrotechnic mishap turned him into a human torch before 3,000 horrified fans serving as extras.

    The commercial was part of a record-breaking $5 million endorsement deal with Pepsi – the largest celebrity sponsorship agreement ever signed at that time. Jackson was at the top of the world: "Thriller" was demolishing every sales record imaginable, and he'd just dominated the Grammy nominations. The shoot was designed to recreate the energy of a Michael Jackson concert, complete with elaborate special effects and the iconic Pepsi jingle sung to the tune of "Billie Jean."

    During the sixth take, as Jackson descended a staircase lined with pyrotechnic effects, a magnesium flash bomb detonated too close to his head. The sparks ignited his hair, which had been heavily lacquered with styling products. For several terrifying seconds, flames engulfed the back of Jackson's head while he continued dancing, apparently unaware he was on fire. His brothers from the Jacksons, who were also in the commercial, and crew members rushed to extinguish the flames.

    Jackson suffered second and third-degree burns to his scalp, leaving a patch about the size of his hand permanently scarred. He was rushed to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he underwent treatment and would eventually require scalp surgery. The pain was reportedly excruciating.

    This incident had profound ripple effects on Jackson's life. He was prescribed powerful painkillers to manage the chronic pain from his burns, which many biographers and associates later identified as the beginning of his dependency on prescription medications – a struggle that would shadow him for the rest of his life. The scalp injury also necessitated multiple reconstructive surgeries over the years.

    Remarkably, Jackson demonstrated extraordinary grace under fire (literally). He accepted a $1.5 million settlement from Pepsi but donated the entire amount to establish the Michael Jackson Burn Center at Brotman Medical Center in Culver City, California, where he'd initially been treated.

    The footage of the accident was locked away for years, though it eventually leaked decades later, confirming the horrifying accounts. Despite the trauma, Jackson continued his relationship with Pepsi and completed the commercial campaign. The incident didn't slow his momentum – he went on to win a record-breaking eight Grammy Awards just one month later.

    This frightening moment remains a pivotal, tragic turning point in Michael Jackson's life story – a day when the King of Pop's seemingly invincible superstardom collided with vulnerable human reality, with consequences that would echo through the remainder of his complicated, brilliant, and ultimately tragic life.


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