Testing Taj Mahal's Music Knowledge
May 20, 2026
This week on the Track Star Podcast, we're joined by blues legend Taj Mahal. He spent over six decades expanding what the blues can be, weaving in Caribbean rhythms, folk, soul, and world music along…
The internet’s favorite music show, now in podcast form! Each episode explores a theme through 10 songs, taking listeners on a deep dive into a specific artist, genre, or era of music through the perspectives of musicians, historians, journalists and fans. Also available in video on YouTube! Hosted by Jack Coyne.
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Testing Shania Twain's Music Knowledge
May 18, 2026
Today, the always iconic Shania Twain is putting her music knowledge to the test. We met Shania on the streets of New York City and had a great conversation about country music, pop icons, the…
Ziggy Marley Teaches Us How to Listen to Reggae
May 13, 2026
This week on the Track Star Podcast, Ziggy Marley joins us to talk about his passion for reggae, the musical inspirations that shaped him, and the legacy he carries as part of reggae’s most…
Testing Kareem Rahma's Music Knowledge
May 11, 2026
You may know Kareem Rahma from Subway Takes, Keep The Meter Running, or his band Tiny Gun, but today he joins Jack for a wild conversation full of hilarious tangents and Minnesota singer-songwriters…
Listening to Miles Davis with His Former Bandmates
May 06, 2026
On today’s episode of the Track Star podcast, we’re celebrating the centennial of Miles Davis with three musicians who share personal connections to the legendary bandleader. First, we’re joined by…
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Testing Foo Fighters' Music Knowledge
May 04, 2026
On this episode of Track Star* we're joined by rock legends Foo Fighters. Known for their anthemic sound and larger-than-life energy, they bring us through some incredible stories, touching on the…
LIVE: Track Star Presents The Black Keys
Apr 29, 2026
The legendary rock duo The Black Keys blew the roof off our New York studio. These guys have been playing together for over a quarter century, and it shows. The 5-time Grammy winners are back with a…
Testing Elle Fanning's Music Knowledge
Apr 27, 2026
Elle Fanning has spent her life on screen, evolving into one of the most versatile and adventurous leads in cinema today. Known for her wide ranging performances in everything from period dramas to…
Testing ERNEST's Country Music Knowledge
Apr 22, 2026
This week on the Track Star Podcast, we’re joined by country singer-songwriter Ernest. Having collaborated with some of the biggest names in modern country music, including Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll…
Testing Dermot Kennedy's Music Knowledge
Apr 20, 2026
Today on Track Star*, we are joined by Irish singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy. Known for his passionate live performances and poetic lyrics, Kennedy often draws inspiration from folk traditions…
Testing Flea's Music Knowledge
Apr 15, 2026
Today’s episode of Track Star* brought us face to face with one of the most singular musicians of the past 40 years, Flea. Flea met us outside on a cool day in March and was nothing short of excited…
Testing Sam Fender's Music Knowledge
Apr 13, 2026
Sam Fender has quickly become one of the defining voices of modern British rock, earning BRIT Awards and critical acclaim for his anthemic lyricism, powerful vocals, and sharp storytelling about…
Testing Fab 5 Freddy's Music Knowledge
Apr 08, 2026
This week on the Track Star Podcast, we’re joined by hip-hop ambassador, Fab 5 Freddy. Freddy reflects on the relationships and experiences that shaped his creative journey—starting with his early…
Testing Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks' Music Knowledge
Apr 06, 2026
On today’s episode we have two legends facing off in a battle to name some classic rock icons. Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks of the eponymously named Tedeschi Trucks Band were naming each artist in…
Testing Sofia Coppola and Marc Jacobs' Music Knowledge
Apr 01, 2026
On this episode of Track Star* we have a competitive battle between fashion designer, Marc Jacobs and filmmaker, Sofia Coppola. The duo met up with Jack on a sunny spring day in New York to talk…
Testing LeBron James' Music Knowledge
Mar 30, 2026
LeBron James is one of the defining figures in modern sport, with a career that has shaped not just basketball but music, fashion, business, and popular culture more broadly. Across more than twenty…
8 Artists That Are Better Than The Beatles
Mar 25, 2026
On this week’s episode of The Track Star Podcast we have rock writer, NPR critic, and journalism professor Tim Riley who will help answer the deceptively complex question: is there any artist truly…
Testing Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s Music Knowledge
Mar 18, 2026
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer joins The Track Star Podcast for a conversation that moves from Motown to modern Detroit, using music as a way into the state she represents. Through artists like…
10 Songs that Explain Elvis Presley’s Genius ft. Baz Luhrmann
Mar 11, 2026
Filmmaker Baz Luhrmann joins The Track Star Podcast to talk about Elvis Presley and what made his music and live performances so powerful. Using songs from the new concert film Elvis: The King in…
10 Songs That Explain Paul McCartney After The Beatles
Mar 04, 2026
Academy Award–winning filmmaker Morgan Neville joins The Track Star Podcast for a deep dive into Paul McCartney’s most misunderstood era: the decade after the Beatles’ breakup. Centered around…
Is Gen-X The Greatest Music Generation?
Feb 25, 2026
Two of the best-performing Track Star contestants of all time return to settle a big question: Is Gen X the greatest music generation ever? Writer, comedian, and self-described “man about town”…
Testing This Legendary Choreographer’s Music Knowledge
Feb 18, 2026
Justin Peck joins The Track Star Podcast to talk about how music turns into movement. From the stage at Lincoln Center, the New York City Ballet choreographer in residence explains why a ballet…
Testing Gov. Josh Shapiro's Music Knowledge
Feb 11, 2026
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro joins The Track Star Podcast for a conversation that uses music to get somewhere politics usually can’t. Through a playlist curated by Jack, Shapiro reflects on how…
Testing Lucinda Williams’ Music Knowledge
Feb 04, 2026
Lucinda Williams joins The Track Star Podcast for a conversation about the music that shaped her, from Highway 61 and Delta blues to Muscle Shoals soul and Brill Building pop. Through voices like Bob…
A History of MTV in 10 Songs | The Track Star Podcast
Jan 28, 2026
Tom Freston, one of the founding executives behind MTV, joins The Track Star Podcast to talk through how the channel was built and what it became. Through a chronological run of songs and moments, he…
CBGB Part 2: The Rise of New York Hardcore | The Track Star Podcast
Jan 21, 2026
The Track Star Podcast continues our CBGB series with hardcore historian Steven Blush, tracing how the club transformed in the early 1980s from punk’s downtown art scene into the chaotic, all-ages…
A History of CBGB in 10 Songs | The Track Star Podcast
Jan 14, 2026
Iconic photographer Roberta Bayley breaks down how the CBGB scene formed in the mid-1970s, before anyone agreed on the word “punk,” and the room was still mostly bands, friends, and a $2 cover…
Testing Ethan Hawke's Music Knowledge | The Track Star Podcast
Jan 09, 2026
Actor and director Ethan Hawke joins The Track Star Podcast for a conversation centered on Americana, outlaw country, and songwriting. Through songs by Bob Dylan, Merle Haggard, Blaze Foley, and…
Testing Maya Rudolph's Music Knowledge | The Track Star Podcast
Jan 07, 2026
Maya Rudolph joins The Track Star Podcast to talk through the music that shaped her, from classic pop and soul to rock, funk, and film soundtracks. Through songs tied to childhood memories, Boogie…
Testing Billy Corgan's Music Knowledge | The Track Star Podcast
Jan 02, 2026
Billy Corgan joins The Track Star Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about the music that shaped him, from classic rock and post-punk to jazz and country. Across artists like David Bowie, Joy…