25 Best Music Trivia Podcasts

1. Hit Parade | Music History and Music Trivia

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What makes a song a smash? Talent? Luck? Timing? All that—and more. Chris Molanphy, pop-chart analyst and author of Slate's 'Why Is This Song No. 1?' series, tells tales from a half-century of chart history. Through storytelling, trivia and song snippets, Chris dissects how that song you love—or hate—dominated the airwaves, made its way to the top of the charts and shaped your memories forever.Want more Hit Parade? Join Slate Plus to unlock monthly early-access episodes, bonus episodes of 'The Bridge,' and ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts...MORE Host Chris Molanphy
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2. HeartBeatHero

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Synthwave Podcast HeartBeatHero Radio: Your friendly neighborhood synthwave fan. Join me for great music, artist interviews and triva games. Become a Patreon and support the show https://www.patreon.com/heartbeatheroAll Episodes: https://soundcloud.com/heartbeathero/sets/heartbeathero-radio-allAll Episodes Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IFibDr7xtOmZgDheD4F2dSubmit music to: heartbeatherosubmit@gmail.comWatch the show on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTpG5w16WAAThe next live show is the 19th of April 2025. Saturday Night 7.30 Paris Time...MORE Host Daniel Barton
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 208Twitter 1.9K Avg Length 210 min Format Extended Since Sep 2019 Get Email Contact

3. NWR's Radio Trivia: Podcast Edition

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Nintendo World Report (the site behind sister podcast Radio Free Nintendo) celebrates video game music in this trivia podcast! Listeners are challenged to identify video games from classic and modern Nintendo systems based on a sampling of their soundtracks!MORE Host Michael Cole
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4. Super Awesome Mix

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'I made you a mix tape' -- some of the best words to hear from someone you care about! Join Matt and Sam on a weekly mix tape adventure: each guest is asked to pick a theme and make a mix tape, which will be unveiled over the course of the episode. You're guaranteed to hear about good music, some new music, and even learn some trivia along the way. Come listen with us, and be sure to grab your copy of the mix made available in the Super Awesome App in each episode's show notes. IG/Threads: @superawesomemixMORE Hosts Matt Sidhom, Sam
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5. Music 101

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Music 101: Where every beat tells a story. Dive into the heart of music, exploring genres, artists, and the inspiration behind every note.
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6. The Rock & Roll History Show

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Brian Horowitz and The Crambones uncover the true stories behind your favorite hit songs, along with some interesting facts and trivia about music history.
Host Brian Horowitz
Producer/Network Hudson River Radio .com
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7. Music IQuiz

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A music trivia podcast. Tackle 10 audio questions from all eras and genres of music with your host and quizmaster, Anna Burck.Contact: musiciquiz@gmail.com
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8. Not On Your Rider

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Hosted by Aimon Clark & recorded live at The Triffid Brisbane. Music trivia panel show featuring guests from across the Australian entertainment industry. Visit notonyourrider.com
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9. The Liberation of Black Music Podcast

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You may know Kevaun, the Sunflower from his insightful podcast, The Sunflower Garden Podcast. But he is now back with a new show and a new name!The Liberation of Black Music Podcast is designed for audiences to learn about black artists that don't get much credit for the contributions they made in the music industry. We play a few games here and there, and create a safe space for upcoming black artists, musicians, and/or producers to showcase their talents and discuss their music journeys.This is a podcast FOR US BY US.MORE Producer/Network Kevaun, the Music Lover
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10. 80's Music Rewind

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Join us, Ruth and Lori, as we discuss 80's music and culture as only two friends who have been friends growing up in the in the 80's can. We talk about their favorite songs, stories about these songs and throw in some random trivia and lots of laughs in between.MORE Hosts Ruth, Lori
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11. The Classical Music Minute

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Ever wonder who were the Florentine Camerata? Where did the conductor's baton come from? Or the difference between Opera Buffa and Opera Seria? These little nuggets of classical music trivia are what this podcast is all about. Come hop around music history with me, Steven Hobé, as we take a minute to get the scoop!MORE Host Steven Hobe
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12. genXmixtape

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The genXmixtape podcast chooses a theme each week and curates a mixtape of songs that fit. The hosts debate their choices and share trivia and background about the music and its artists.
Hosts Alan, Dave
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13. 45-33 : Inside the Music

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45-33: Inside the music is about what else, music! Hosted by Anthony a self proclaimed musicophile. Join him as he shares his love of music in trivia, stories and memories of great music on 33's- 45's vinyl. MORE Host Anthony
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14. Highway Hi-Fi Podcast

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We go track by track through the underbelly of music history using research and trivia to locate the roots of our obsession with vinyl records. Proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.MORE Hosts Ryan, Joe
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15. Music Fun Facts

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Volley.FM presents Music Fun FactsLearn a new fun and sometimes crazy music fun fact on this daily music podcast. We've rounded up awesome facts and bits of music trivia that just might blow you away.Did you know that:- the Kinks' Dave Davies came up with his signature distorted guitar sound by cutting his amplifier speaker?- 'Since U Been Gone' was originally written for P!NK, not Kelly Clarson? - guitar strings were originally made from animal intestines?MORE Producer/Network Music Fun Facts
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16. Vinyl + Vibes with AJ Whelan - UCC 98.3FM

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Recordings taken from UCC 98.3 FM College Radio station, 'Vinyl & Vibes with AJ Whelan' blends Vinyl and Spotify together with many trivial facts and information you might not have known about your favourite songs and artists. With mixed bag trivia and story episodes you get a unique range of episodes.This show has a very wide variety of genres and musicians from Robert Johnson to BB King, Elvis to the Beatles, Aretha to Rihanna, Thin Lizzy to U2 as well as new bands from the Irish College music scene! You can find it all here!All music can be found in 'AJ's Jukebox' on Spotify.MORE Host AJ Whelan
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17. Slim & Sandra In The Morning

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Slim and Sandra is a diverse music/talk morning show originating in Toronto. With news gossip trivia games and popular music genres of today.
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18. Pop Muse

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The trivia music show of some of the globe's top musicians. Join the conversation where show hosts from different cultural backgrounds candidly quiz listeners and each other on some household names in those nostalgic music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Producer/Network Acorn Studio
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19. Let's Play Heardle

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Music Trivia & Behind the Scenes Stories about the Songs & Artists on Heardle.
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20. MusicGeology | Music History, Trivia, and Commentary

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Visit MusicGeology.com to see our YouTube channel videos. This is where music meets revelation! We dig deep into rock and beyond to find sonic gems. Join us as we explore everything from the powerful riffs of rock to the soul-stirring melodies of soundtracks. Each episode is a concise musical journey where we not only savor the tunes but unravel the fascinating stories behind the recordings. We share trivia, untold tales, and behind-the-scenes insights that will make you appreciate your favorite songs in a whole new light.MORE Producer/Network MusicGeology
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21. The 80s at 8

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Go back in time to the greatest decade of the 20th century the 1980s! The 80's at 8 features all the best songs of the 1980's. Not only will you hear great music but you'll also learn interesting trivia about each song.MORE Producer/Network Manawatu Peoples Radio
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