The Music Show
ABC listenAll kinds of music and all kinds of musicians in conversation with Andrew Ford.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 947 | Founded | 19 years ago |
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In the years since it originated in New York City in the late 1970s, hip hop has become a global music phenomenon. Reaching Australian shores in the early 1980s, tensions quickly arose between those looking to emulate their American rap heroes, and t... more
For a band that weren't around very long and only really put out one studio album, the cultural and musical impact of the Sex Pistols is staggering. Guitarist Steve Jones opens up to Andrew Ford about starting the group when he was just a kid, how it... more
The Music Show is back on Kaurna Land at Adelaide's Botanic Park for WOMADelaide 2025, a festival celebrating music from all over the world.
Named after a group of powerful grandmas in the 1970s and 80s who sold wax print fabrics at the Lomé central... more
Alice Keath presents The Music Show for International Women’s Day, with some of the great international and local women on the WOMADelaide line-up.
Latin American pop and classical sensibilities meet in the music of Cuban cellist and singer Ana Carl... more
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- Very conservative in genres.
Bring back Lucky Oceans. If your not a fan of classical or very very tame genres this show is not for you. I can’t believe they cut lucky oceans and this is their sole offering. Very poor ABC.
Apple Podcasts2WilhelmWilson
Australiaa year ago - National treasure
No weekend would be complete without an episode of RN’s The Music Show. Andrew Ford and the team converse with musicians, composers and creatives the world over - informative, entertaining and always special!
Apple Podcasts5gavmedAustralia5 years ago - New ideas and discoveries every week
Even after formally studying music, I’m amazed every week with the diversity of musical ideas and worlds that I never knew existed. The guests are eclectic and always interesting. Andrew Ford does a great job in keeping it accessible and informal with humour.
Apple Podcasts5Wendy5DockAustralia5 years ago - RN fan
Yep segments are silly and they dominate every ABC podcast. Just delete them all
Apple Podcasts1737BAustralia5 years ago - Always interesting
The depth and breadth of this show, year in year out, is amazing. Andrew Ford's knowledge and enthusiasm knows no bounds. I have discovered a lot of very interesting music, and composers, thourgh this show. Highly recommended.
Apple Podcasts5bhuvidyaAustralia6 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #3 | Australia/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #11 | Australia/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #43 |  New Zealand/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #53 |  China/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #89 |  India/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #97 |  Indonesia/Music/Music Interviews |
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What is The Music Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The content focuses on a diverse blend of music, exploring various genres and styles through in-depth interviews with artists and musicians. Episodes often highlight significant figures in the music industry, discussing their creative processes and influential works while placing a strong emphasis on cultural narratives and the intersections between music and other art forms. The discussions are likely to enrich listeners' understanding of music's role in society and its evolution over time, making it appealing to a broad audience interested in both contemporary and classical influences.
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How many episodes of The Music Show are there?
The Music Show launched 19 years ago and published 947 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on The Music Show?
Recent guests on The Music Show include:
1. Alice Keath
2. Ziggy Ramo
3. Vic Simms
4. Luke Daniel Peacock
5. Matt Hsu
6. Mindy Meng Wang
7. Monica Lim
8. Mic Conway
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