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The Music History Project

NAMM Resource Center
NAMM
Otis Redding
Bass Players
The Otis Redding Foundation
Guitar Effects
Arts Education
Ron Carter
The Ventures
Philanthropy
Music Education
David Jenson
Looping
Larry Graham
Verdine White
Victor Wooten
Summer Camps
Social Media
Macon, Georgia
Distortion Pedals
Fuzz Tone

NAMM’s resident Music Historian Dan Del Fiorentino and co-hosts examine the innovative creations, evolution of musical instruments, the changing world of music retail, music industry icons, and other topics covered in NAMM’s Oral History program. The NAMM Oral History program boasts over 4,500 interviews and is continually growing. For more information about NAMM’s Oral History program please visi... more

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Latest Episodes

In this special episode, we explore the influential legacy of The Ventures, the iconic instrumental rock band that shaped generations of musicians with their driving sound and distinctive style. Joining us is guest host Jeff Schermer—lifelong music a... more

Tune in to this week’s podcast replay: Composer Suzanne Ciani began her musical journey with the piano, but after discovering Don Buchla and the world of electronic music, she never looked back. Ciani has been a pioneering force in bringing electroni... more

Digging deep into the NAMM Oral History collection, our podcast team unearthed some remarkable jazz treasures we’re excited to share with you! In this special episode, we’re joined by Father Doran Stambaugh, priest at St. Michael’s Church in Carlsbad... more

Folk singer-songwriter and one-third of the legendary group Peter, Paul and Mary, Peter Yarrow, passed away earlier this year. In honor of his memory and his profound contributions to music, we’re reposting the podcast episode of Peter's full NAMM Or... more

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Recent Guests

Fiona Taylor
Manager of The Ventures and spouse of drummer Mel Taylor
Episode: EP. 145 - The Ventures
Nokie Edwards
Guitarist of The Ventures
Episode: EP. 145 - The Ventures
Don Wilson
Founder and guitarist of The Ventures
Episode: EP. 145 - The Ventures
John Durrell
Keyboard player and songwriter for The Ventures
Episode: EP. 145 - The Ventures
Father Doran
Jazz lover and host of the Jazz Even Song program at St. Michael's.
St. Michael's
Episode: EP. 143 - Jazz With Father Doran
Malcom Holman
A new employee at NAMM and a skilled bass player
NAMM
Episode: EP. 141 - Bass Players
David Jenson
A Renaissance man, musician, foodie, and local Carlsbad Village historian.
Episode: EP. 140 - Looping And Effects
Justin Andrews
Director of Special Projects and Outreach for The Otis Redding Foundation
The Otis Redding Foundation
Episode: EP - 139 The Otis Redding Foundation
Karla Redding
Justin's mother and Otis Redding's daughter
The Otis Redding Foundation
Episode: EP - 139 The Otis Redding Foundation

Host

Dan Del Fiorentino
Co-host and Music Historian, known for his in-depth knowledge of music history and industry icons.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Rare opportunity

    Thrilled to find this podcast, to hear these r&b greats. Solomon Burke, what a hoot, such spirit, amazing stories about coming up. Have to go listen to all the songs after hearing these supreme artists talk. Otis Redding plane crash--Burke came so close to being in that plane.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soulful Lamb
    United States2 years ago
  • Music History Project

    I wanted fewer talking heads and more music examples. I sampled different episodes and was disappointed when someone talked about a recording effect or instrument sound with no illustration. After a while, the hosts’ voices got on my nerves.

    A lot of interesting information but it’s supposed to be about music. Let’s HEAR it.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    skabandmama
    United States5 years ago
  • Motown episodes

    Incredible show about the history of music with interviews and archives from NAMM. Great stories from people who lived in the era.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jordan B Wright
    Canada5 years ago
  • Kind of disappointing

    The subject matter and interviewees are both incredible, but the hosts are very disappointing. The interview responses are not engaging, the transitions between interview sections are awkward and often seem to cut off interesting conversations, the research details are lacking, and so on. Trying my best to stick around but losing faith.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    fivemountains
    United States6 years ago
  • Great content, production needs improvement

    As far as content goes this podcast is a must for any music lover. NAMM has done a wonderful service to the industry by producing this.

    Unfortunately the final production needs some work. Pops and static are unavoidable on older interviews recorded on mag tape but these aren’t removed and sometimes blow your eardrums out (particularly on the Elvis episodes). Also while it is unsurprising that the original interview process did not emphasize recording the interviewer’s voice, the interview ques... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    tr1999
    United States6 years ago

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Overall, listeners value the unique access to archival materials and interviews that enhance their understanding of music history.
Listeners appreciate the rich insights into the history of music and its key figures. They find the storytelling engaging and valuable for understanding music's evolution.
There is feedback about a desire for more music examples rather than just discussion, indicating a need for balanced content.

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EP. 142 - Peter Yarrow
Q: Was it worth all the effort during the Vietnam War protests?
Yarrow reflects that despite doubts at times, his activism was not in vain and had impacts that continue to resonate.
EP. 142 - Peter Yarrow
Q: What do you feel about the evolution of music today compared to the past?
Today's music often lacks the collaborative spirit of the past, where artists created music together in meaningful environments.
EP. 142 - Peter Yarrow
Q: What role do you think music played in the Civil Rights Movement?
Music was fundamental to the Civil Rights Movement, embodying unity and strength among activists.
EP. 141 - Bass Players
Q: So what’s the deal with bass amps?
The biggest thing with bass amps is the capacity to just have the onboard subwoofer, especially if you're a bass player that also doubles the synth.

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This podcast provides an engaging examination of the history and evolution of music, focusing on the innovative creations in musical instruments and the contributions of key industry figures. Through lively discussions and interviews, it explores the intricacies of music retail and the profound impact of iconic musicians on the industry. Highlights include personal anecdotes from seasoned historians and performers, ensuring a rich storytelling experience that brings historic moments in music to life. Unique in its access to the NAMM Oral History program, the content connects the past with the present, making it a valuable resource for musicians, music lovers, and industry professionals alike.

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Recent guests on The Music History Project include:

1. Fiona Taylor
2. Nokie Edwards
3. Don Wilson
4. John Durrell
5. Father Doran
6. Malcom Holman
7. David Jenson
8. Justin Andrews

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