Episodes

Mar 9

Johnny Cash is one of the most iconic American singer-songwriters of the 20th century - with 68 albums to his name and over 1,000 songs written. He also lived quite a fascinating life, full of controversy, activism, and plenty of relationship drama. Part 2 of this two-part series goes into Johnny's recovery from drugs and alcohol, his marriage to June Carter, prison performances, later life, and health issues leading to his death. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1tuC01xOM6z9qCF2Yg1Br2?si=LfTvHplERqykjKrj5JJoJw . Support the show

Feb 27

Johnny Cash is one of the most iconic American singer-songwriters of the 20th century - with 68 albums to his name and over 1,000 songs written. He also lived quite a fascinating life, full of controversy, activism, and plenty of relationship drama. Part 1 of this two-part series goes into his early life and rise to fame, up until his relationship with June of the famous Carter Family. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1tuC01xOM6z9qCF2Yg1Br2?si=LfTvHplERqykjKrj5JJoJw . Support the show

Jan 13

Today Alex takes it solo to discuss the near-loss of Joe Bonamassa's Nerdville vintage guitar museum, as well as steps Guitar Center is taking to hook LA musicians up with gear after the wildfires. Support the show

Dec 25, 2024

Nina was a pianist, composer, singer, and civil rights activist who let her music deliver a powerful message. She started off at nightclubs and went on to play some of the most famous stages in the world. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2jYmWkHJbjUgOS8IQEhSqO?si=m8WoUVs1TPqSpr4VETTuAg Support the show

Dec 24, 2024

George Michael was once sued for this iconic Christmas tune, on the basis of plagiarism... There's also a worldwide game going on related to the track! Support the show

Dec 16, 2024

Temple Of The Dog came together after the death of Andrew Wood from Mother Love Bone. The project brought together some iconic names that would change music history. Support the show

Dec 9, 2024

30 years ago, the group played a free show that ended with a supposed "riot." Hear varying stories from people who were there in this mini episode. Support the show

Dec 3, 2024

Some musicians just want a giant tub of yogurt (for dipping), while others require very specific furniture and decor for their backstage area. Support the show

Nov 25, 2024

Listener suggestion from Alissa to deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com - this episode talks about the controversy around Sabaton being mislabeled a "Nazi" band, and also tells the unbelievable true story behind their song "No Bullets Fly." Support the show

Nov 18, 2024

In this twofer mini episode, Jake and Alex discuss a rediscovered piece of music that's been added to Mozart's catalogue, as well as a study claiming that metal music has the most lexical diversity. Support the show

Nov 11, 2024

The legendary producer behind Michael Jackson's Bad and Thriller albums passed away on November 3, 2024 at the age of 91. With 7 decades in the music industry, there's no shortage of works this multi-talented man has touched! Support the show

Nov 6, 2024

Nick Drake went largely unnoticed as an artist when he was alive due to underwhelming sales and promotion of his art. However, various documentaries and the posthumous release of the album Fruit Tree years after his death led to Drake becoming a revered folk artist, as generations continued to re-discover his body of work. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2ZvpbEHf0mDLxdwZMFkPCz?si=L9X9GOQbSNO8RgoNKpchDg . Support the show

Sep 22, 2024

After taking a summer break, Alex and Jake check in on some listener e-mails and give life updates. Support the show

Aug 13, 2024

Join us for another trivia episode with Alex's mom, Kathleen! Tally up your answers and post them in our Facebook group, Death By Music Podcast Fans. Support the show

Jul 15, 2024

From drug busts to band members quitting, this mini episode covers the most debaucherous Aerosmith stories! Support the show

Jul 10, 2024

After nearly a decade as a session guitarist, this visionary artist finally had his big break signing with Columbia and touring the world. A tragic accident cut his life short before his potential could even remotely be fully realized. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3GU3SiDPr9pWmHQJN2kSOQ?si=33e4a639ba1c4401 . Support the show

Jul 8, 2024

DLR left and came back to Van Halen multiple times after they had some issues with Sammy Hagar - we also go into his comments about Eddie Van Halen's son Wolfgang. Support the show

Jul 1, 2024

Part 1 of 2 covers the growing divide between personalities and the fight for control in Van Halen. Support the show

Jun 24, 2024

Seems like musicians have been getting attacked on the job a lot more in recent times - here are some unfortunate experiences from the past. Support the show

Jun 18, 2024

After a falling out decades ago in the mid-90's, Sebastian Bach seems to really want to reunite with his former band... However, the current members of Skid Row say it's absolutely never going to happen. What went down? Support the show

Jun 12, 2024

If you're from the States, you may not have heard of Rodriguez... Somehow, he didn't make it big in his home country, but found out decades after his album was released that he was bigger than Elvis in South Africa and Australia! Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2zGjecnCUzrfnh7ctH7JFw?si=81782c75af4041d3 Support the show

Jun 10, 2024

The song "Sugar, Sugar" by cartoon band The Archies wasn't taken seriously at first, but it was so catchy that it eventually sold over six million copies - becoming the number one song of 1969. Support the show

Jun 3, 2024

Scandinavian countries have WAY more metal bands per capita than everywhere else... These articles explore what circumstances may play a factor. Support the show

May 27, 2024

From Gwar to Bruce Springsteen, here's a list of musician cameos in popular films! Support the show

May 20, 2024

It wouldn't be a black metal concert without razor blades, violence, pee, and plenty of blood. Bonus: Alex reads an AI-generated diss track about Jake. Support the show

May 15, 2024

Joey Jordison is famously one of the first members of Slipknot, and one of the greatest metal drummers of all time. After drumming with Slipknot for 18 years, Joey was released from the band while suffering with a neurological condition that rendered his legs temporarily unusable. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1IVNIr5AjqpVpwaEZpDbmh?si=d5becd24930f4a16 . Support the show

May 13, 2024

Jake and Alex delve into what's going on between rap giants Drake and Kendrick Lamar, after multiple diss tracks were uploaded over a weekend. Support the show

May 6, 2024

After the major success of "Sex On Fire" thrust Kings of Leon into the mainstream, the band suffered multiple conflicts internally and nearly broke up altogether. Now they're back with a new album, Can We Please Have Fun! Support the show

Apr 29, 2024

Mike Patton is infamous for defecating in strange places... Here are a few of his best stories. Support the show

Apr 23, 2024

Where is the line between super fan and stalker? Axl Rose, Glenn Danzig, and many more have had to deal with stalkers that just won't let up - sometimes, legal action needs to be taken. Support the show

Apr 15, 2024

Bob Dylan's infamous performance at Newport Folk Festival 1965 stirred up some controversy in the folk community, and differing accounts have surfaced over the years of what actually transpired. Bonus article on Bob Dylan getting picked up by the cops for looking creepy. Support the show

Apr 8, 2024

Some groups were allowed to perform semi-live, but many artists were forced to lip sync their songs to backing tracks on this historic TV show. Faith No More, Nirvana, Eels, and Rod Stewart & The Faces had some fun with it. Support the show

Apr 3, 2024

Suggested by Rob - Frankie Lymon was only 15 years old when he struck it big with rock and roll group The Teenagers - he went from one of the biggest acts in the world to a harrowing addiction, losing his life at the young age of 25. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3wq9qgwt0s0df6aWrMiByz?si=6fbdb57c3a284e99 . deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Support the show

Apr 1, 2024

Eventually, the group would go on to release a new version without the rap they were forced to include. Support the show

Mar 25, 2024

Since the information on Mr. Lengyel's involvement is limited, we combine this episode with other musicians who have served time like Ian Watkins of Lostprophets, Ronnie Radke, Jim Gordon of Traffic, and more. Support the show

Mar 18, 2024

This teen girl duo took the world by storm when they made out in the music video for "All The Things She Said," - as it turns out, it was all an act. Support the show

Mar 11, 2024

John Fogerty of Creedence Clearwater Revival had a dispute with his former label after one of his NEW songs sounded suspiciously similar to an old CCR tune... That he ALSO wrote. Support the show

Mar 6, 2024

Joy Division was exploding on the scene in 1980 and about to embark on a North American tour when their frontman Ian Curtis was found dead at age 23. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7kMfciTD1sY2KVpsYeeDNh?si=7aed6d0ba85b49de . Support the show

Mar 4, 2024

Is it legal to recreate a song and imitate someone's voice? This one ended up getting settled out of court. Support the show

Feb 26, 2024

In this mini episode, we discuss the plane crash that Blink-182 drummer and DJ AM (Adam Goldstein) narrowly survived, and the aftermath. Support the show

Feb 19, 2024

You've heard her voice, but maybe not her name - Martha had to fight for credits and royalties after her voice was used on a number of huge dance hits in the 1990's like "Everybody Everybody" by Black Box and "Gonna Make You Sweat" by C+C Music Factory. Support the show

Feb 14, 2024

This man was most impressive; a master at fencing, violin, conducting, and even at leading battle. His extraordinary life defied all odds for a black composer in 1700's France, and his legacy has not been given the attention it deserves. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6PHlYPKinnZxivuSjCLJzv?si=d36d861014b54f4f . Support the show

Jan 10, 2024

Randy was a young and highly gifted guitarist that got his start playing with Quiet Riot, before rising to major fame with Ozzy Osbourne. However, he suffered a tragic death at the age of 25 before he really got the chance to break free. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3ESYregrJRGqUFtNNM5BH3?si=ccfb261fe6064ed5 Support the show

Jan 3, 2024

In 1993, at the same time his first album was hitting the charts, Snoop Dogg was charged with murder. Support the show

Oct 4, 2023

50 years after they went missing at Summer Jam, nobody really knows what happened to Mitchel Weiser and Bonnie Bickwit. One last-ditch effort is opened to find any information on their whereabouts. article link: https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/mitchel-weiser-bonnie-bickwit-missing-teens-summer-jam-1234798437/ in memoriam website: www.mitchelandbonnie.com Support the show

Sep 4, 2023

This composer went from rags to riches, working his way to the top of the French aristocracy to compose for King Louis XIV at Versailles. He didn't HAVE to die at age 55, but to Lully, it was better than not being able to dance. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3O4csYYf4tAHECR6CIH0XB?si=fb4ef8ddca3a49ac . Support the show

Aug 2, 2023

Michael Hutchence was the frontman for Australia's highest-selling musical group of all time - INXS. He suffered a tragic accident as an adult, and the aftermath may have played a role in his death years later. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/41GMGkTzARgEF8y1Z8uXfc?si=12a7174a5709486f . Support the show

Jul 12, 2023

Here we pick up at the band's first show... But it wasn't smooth sailing from there. The Ramones could hardly get along with each other, but managed to carry on for 20 years before all parting ways. As of 2014, none of the original Ramones survive. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4qW5EpTXmE1E1O5UWvA5h8?si=d3c082d978e84996 . Support the show

Jun 28, 2023

Hey ho, let's go right into episode 10 with another series, this time on The Ramones! Part one delves into the early lives of the original members, how they all met, and the formation of the band. Support the show

Jun 26, 2023

Alex's radio stations (WNOB/WUSH/WROX) were all on site for this year's Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, so we thought it only appropriate to cover the history of music festivals and how Bonnaroo came to be. Support the show

May 10, 2023

Bessie was considered the Empress of the Blues, paving the way for black women and LGBTQ+ in the Jazz Age. She overcame an incredibly rough childhood and went on to become one of the greatest singers of her era. Support the show

Apr 5, 2023

After reaching sobriety, Chester Bennington kept very busy with multiple musical projects in addition to Linkin Park - and with his growing family. Unfortunately, he was still fighting with his demons every single day. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Listen to the playlist for this episode at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6DkeKfm2c4L27nbOmD8R46?si=174a412373d84a2b . Support the show

Mar 23, 2023

Alex reunites with The Morning Hog on 95.7, sharing stories about Wayne Swinny, an important, hilarious, and genuine friend. Wayne was the lead guitarist and a founding member of Saliva, and passed away on 3/22/2023. Support the show

Mar 22, 2023

A little check-in first with our new listeners - main episode content starts at 13:30. Chester Bennington was the singer and songwriter for legendary nu-metal band Linkin Park, who had the best selling debut album of the 2000's (Hybrid Theory). This episode details his *tw* abusive childhood, substance abuse, and transition from Grey Daze to Linkin Park. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Listen to the playlist for this episode at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6DkeKfm2c4L27nbOmD8R46?si=9c2677a10a974128 . Support the show

Mar 8, 2023

This groudbreaking guitarist combined electric guitar with spiritual music, becoming a pioneer of the rock and roll scene to come. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Listen to the playlist for this episode at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/22ZIrcAoLY9zqJtHJZTy7G?si=db2887722e5b46fc . Support the show

Feb 22, 2023

In Sinatra Part 2, Frank gets married three more times, gets kicked out of multiple casinos for his gambling debts and violence, and he also has some of the most successful albums of his career. Listen to the playlist at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1aFnvV8Q7uFurLSZwbMdVL?si=89f39de7b94b47f4 . deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Support the show

Feb 8, 2023

Sinatra went from a childhood of being beat up to one of the best-selling musicians of all time. Part one covers his childhood, rise to fame playing with Harry James and Tommy Dorsey, and his activism, deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1aFnvV8Q7uFurLSZwbMdVL?si=8530c9a39fa141c0 . Support the show

Jan 25, 2023

Part two covers Marilyn's later film career as well as her relationships with Joe DiMaggio, Arthur Miller, and the Kennedy family. We go into what happened the day leading up to her death, and Jake hits a conspiracy theory take. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5fcFGNMIJEgZMdiK0F4Kyg?si=7525201493914f8b Support the show

Jan 4, 2023

Though she's known more for her acting than her singing, the team decided to cover Marilyn for the kickoff to season 5! She overcame a devastating childhood and a debilitating disease to become one of the most famous icons Hollywood has ever seen. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5fcFGNMIJEgZMdiK0F4Kyg?si=7525201493914f8b Support the show

Dec 28, 2022

FROM OUR PATREON 27 CLUB SEASON, ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON JULY 14, 2021. Get to www.patreon.com/deathbypodcastteam to hear the whole season for $5 a month. Our first episode in the 27 Club series, the infamous Robert Johnson who sold his soul to the Devil at the crossroads and had a mysterious premature death. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4mkv3gNYUwR00GUGHScKK6?si=89ad86d3654841b5 Support the show

Nov 14, 2022

Motown was a wildly successful label, but tragedy seemed to follow the artists signed to it. Support the show

Aug 18, 2022

We are working through re-recording seasons 1 & 2 with Jake and additional information! It begins with our series on Freddie Mercury, episodes 2.9 and 2.10. If you scroll back in your podcast feed, you'll find these episodes updated with the new re-recording. Links below. Freddie Mercury (Queen) Part 1 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1qyq5GNck8Zx8GlXGKDs0H?si=c09d9d0a9e1d489d Freddie Mercury (Queen) Part 2 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ko6JAblANiV7RGI6S2OI8 Support the show

Jun 29, 2022

By listener request, we've chosen to do a between-seasons episode on Judy Garland for Pride Month! All Friends of Dorothy welcome here. Judy is widely considered to be a gay icon, even being called "The Elvis of Homosexuals" by LGBT-interest magazine The Advocate. Listen to her troubling (albeit wildly successful) story in this episode. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/33w3m97XxolzlsYpE1bj6K?si=2f8cb78f897e4256 . Support the show

May 18, 2022

The final episode of our John Lennon series focuses on the breakup of the Beatles, their solo careers, John's relationships, and his death at the hands of Mark David Chapman. Support the show

May 4, 2022

John Lennon had a tough and unstable childhood, but found his talents in music and became the ringleader for the most famous band in the world, The Beatles. Learn about his childhood and experiences with Beatlemania, as well as the dark side that not many folks talk about. Support the show

May 2, 2022

In this mini episode, we provide a little context for the Fred Durst interview and discuss whether or not Limp should be held responsible for the riots and violence at Woodstock '99. Support the show

Apr 28, 2022

Buckle up bitches, your minds are going to be blown. Alex got the chance to speak with Mr. Durst himself, and here's what he had to say. Support the show

Apr 20, 2022

The end of our two-part series on music producer Phil Spector goes into his murder of actress Lana Clarkson, and Phil's subsequent trial and death. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qMz5WO1C4iFGOlluXlUTQ?si=7b43e1eae8f24c74 . Support the show

Apr 13, 2022

This two-part series covers the life and controversy surrounding prolific music producer Phil Spector. Part one looks at his troublesome upbringing, successes in music, and questionable behavior leading to the murder of actress Lana Clarkson, which is covered in-depth on part 2. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qMz5WO1C4iFGOlluXlUTQ?si=7b43e1eae8f24c74 . Support the show

Apr 6, 2022

This episode covers the latter part of Jim Morrison's short life - from their rebellious performance on The Ed Sullivan Show to his mysterious death in Paris, and all of the debauchery along the way. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0cxRHUEU0m3H2C0rRgGGXA?si=dbc9640b6c284abe . Support the show

Mar 30, 2022

Get ready for part one of the legendary poet, writer, and vocalist for The Doors, Jim Morrison. Part one details Jim's childhood and young adulthood, and the initial success of The Doors. Listen to the playlist for this episode at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0cxRHUEU0m3H2C0rRgGGXA?si=dbc9640b6c284abe . Support the show

Mar 23, 2022

28-year-old DJ Tim Bergling, also known as Avicii, took the world by storm when he broke through the EDM scene. But, life on the road took a major road on his mental and physical health. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0EN5A0hZyoArU3gPm13yso?si=108cdf57b5534771 . Support the show

Mar 16, 2022

Roky was instrumental in the psychedelic and horror rock genres, paving the way for many musicians to come - but he was also plagued with paranoid schizophrenia, which pulled him into his own head and away from the music world for some time. Roky was able to make a strong comeback into music after spending years as a recluse. Learn about his life and career in this episode! Listen for the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7dRnIXCnedZXE8kfjiid3Q?si=06beace7163342a4 . Support the show

Mar 2, 2022

In 2010, Randy Blythe was accused of the murder of Daniel Nosek after a show in the Czech Republic. In this episode, we discuss the history of Lamb of God as well as the incident in question and trial. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6nU6LusaTBKUUkPOVELwLo?si=4a098d400e904ce8 . Support the show

Feb 23, 2022

The Queen of Soul and one of the greatest musical artists of all time... Today we cover the life and career of Aretha Franklin. Not only did she have a powerful voice, she was a force in both civil and women's rights movements and has one of the most powerful and unforgettable voices in history. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . You're not going to want to miss this week's playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7xkKyjCFMahIqdT5C02y1z?si=a91e807135ae4247 . Support the show

Feb 16, 2022

Mozart has a surprisingly interesting story, and is the first composer we've covered on the show. Not only was he a child prodigy, he was a huge fan of scatological humor - aka shit talk - and had quite a way with the ladies. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6VwndhJVtrMUnpm749OlxA?si=cb3ceeabf6d243b6 . Support the show

Feb 9, 2022

Lesley Gore's career started off as an early pop idol and ended with an empowered woman and activist. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/22qVvXc9cX8WloEq57uILb?si=a0a8cb5899354fb1 Support the show

Feb 2, 2022

Here comes part 2 of the much-requested series on the black metal deaths of the 1990's. This episode picks up after Mayhem's frontman Dead killed himself. It covers the church burnings, and Faust and Varg both committing murder in cold blood. Don't know what that even means? You should probably listen to part 1. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0a8uEtnmauGT4JEtLv1CQb?si=c740cf5ef610440b . Support the show

Jan 26, 2022

This is part 1 of a highly requested series, the Norwegian Black Metal deaths! Today's episode goes over the origins of the first and second waves of black metal, and covers the suicide of Mayhem's vocalist, Dead. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0a8uEtnmauGT4JEtLv1CQb?si=c740cf5ef610440b . Support the show

Jan 19, 2022

FROM OUR PATREON 27 CLUB SEASON. This episode covers the circumstances and the theories surrounding Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain's death. It picks up after Kurt escapes from rehab. If you haven't listened to Part 1 of the story, check it out first! This episode was recorded in July of 2021. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4IwSjBJOgj8orZv6fjRmxR?si=770832bb0afa4df9 Support the show

Jan 12, 2022

FROM OUR PATREON 27 CLUB SERIES, Here's the much requested story of Kurt Cobain and his mysterious death! The first part, at least. This episode will cover his early life and rise to fame with Nirvana, up until he escaped rehab just before his death. Recorded in July of 2021. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4IwSjBJOgj8orZv6fjRmxR?si=770832bb0afa4df9 Support the show

Jan 5, 2022

Welcome to season 4! This episode features your feedback, questions, and an update on the state of the show. If you'd like to skip ahead to the 27 Club extras, it starts at 36:30! Support the show

Nov 1, 2021

Mr. Kiedis has no shame when talking about all of the young ladies he's been with. In this mini, we delve into his relationship with Ioni Skye. Support the show

Oct 6, 2021

Layne Staley of Alice in Chains was internationally acclaimed as one of the leaders of the grunge movement of the 90's, with a unique vocal style and incredible talent. However, he struggled with addiction and was lost far too soon, at the age of 34. Listen to this episode to learn about his life and career. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1im5emfpaYvhWD8ieEgo5r?si=743a2163e14b4c57 . By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson. Support the show

Sep 29, 2021

Time for the King of Soul himself, the incredible Sam Cooke. His death raised some questions... Was it a mob hit? Did it have to do with Sam's voice in the Civil Rights Movement? Or was it truly self defense? Listen and let us know what you think. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com . Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/52mVpisuEiGxe5TyXHYcxo?si=fd7d7a4692b64742 . By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson. Support the show

Sep 22, 2021

This extendo episode details the time that Papa Het stepped into some pyrotechnics on a chaotic tour with Guns N' Roses. Support the show

Sep 16, 2021

Selena made such a huge impact before her life was taken at the young age of 23. Learn about her impact on Tejano music and her lasting legacy in this episode! deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7LEHTt2n81PlM1aBleLTN7?si=72f18d2d4c024cb5 By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson. Support the show

Sep 8, 2021

Welcome to our second Extendo episode! This is longer than your typical Death By Music Mini, and less researched than your typical full episode (the podcast team is out of town for a few weeks!). Listen to the team share their extended (/s) drug knowledge as they delve into the time Nikki Sixx flatlined after a heroin overdose. Our main source of information is by Andrew Whalen on Newsweek: https://www.newsweek.com/motley-crue-nikki-sixx-overdose-dirt-1368786 deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson. Support the show

Sep 1, 2021

Welcome to our first Extendo episode! This is longer than your typical Death By Music Mini, and less researched than your typical full episode (the podcast team is out of town for a few weeks!). Today's topic is the "Paul is Dead" conspiracy centering around Paul McCartney of The Beatles. Our main source of information is by Rob Sheffield for Rolling Stone: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/paul-mccartney-is-dead-conspiracy-897189/ deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson. Support the show

Aug 25, 2021

Peter Steele was quite the controversial figure, but his contributions to the goth metal scene are plentiful and undeniable. He died unexpectedly at the young age of 48. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2uCxmoJyhC8CpQz9dEk6Yq?si=c621fd0ceeff4408 By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson. Support the show

Aug 18, 2021

Jerry Garcia was a founding member of the legendary Grateful Dead, and one of the greatest guitarists of all time! He was involved in the counterculture movement of the 1960's, but all of the experimentation coupled with diabetes led to his death at the young age of 53. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2tLugsa57pp9BIuMoDFtaE?si=1dd38f7179bf4ea0 . By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson. Support the show

Aug 4, 2021

Aaliyah's tragic death happened at the young age of 22 - after a video shoot in the Bahamas, the overweight plane killed 9. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6ZReCdhZN28dlcB9JT9b1B?si=a7a1b96e7e854994 . By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson. Support the show

Jul 28, 2021

This jazz bass genius changed the instrument forever, but was on a dark path after struggles with mental health conditions and self-medicating. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Ss2VTIMVh7L0gUyFJaCBl?si=0545380207c947aa . By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson. Support the show

Jul 21, 2021

Whitney's rise to superstardom was inevitable - she had the perfect voice, personality, and look. But there was something much darker going on behind the scenes, and the long tumble from the top ended with a tragic and untimely death. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Q2gVNbqbNlh7YOoZbgBCc?si=91484891e2ed4512 . By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson @aminalslikeyou on Instagram. Support the show

Jul 14, 2021

This episode tells the tragic story of Lynyrd Skynyrd's plane crash that killed 6 people at the height of their career. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1CQZMX2iMq3PAvv2zJPd14?si=f4f2667d5ffa4c33 . By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson @aminalslikeyou on Instagram. Support the show

Jul 7, 2021

Wendy O. was a total badass babe with a storied career as the frontwoman for The Plasmatics, and a successful solo career as well. After she faded from the limelight, Wendy tragically took her own life at the age of 48. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5siMrWkjNfpOmkOzHW6Cil?si=fa0afc9030e44390 . By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Music by Demons. Artwork by Mike Johnson. Support the show

Jun 30, 2021

Here's a little Q&A so you can get to know the Death By Podcast Team a little better. Season 3 starts back up next week! Support the show

May 19, 2021

Freddie Mercury was an artist and an icon, soon-to-be legend as the frontman of Queen. This episode covers Queen's career after hitting it big with "Bohemian Rhapsody." Queen quickly became one of the biggest bands in the world, and with that came plenty of booze, drugs, and lots of partying. This episode covers HIV/AIDS, and Freddie Mercury's illness and death. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6xeYrTE9wbEZJHd6C69rDt?si=8bfbfd79e9a34dec . By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Support the show

May 12, 2021

Freddie Mercury was an artist and an icon, soon-to-be legend as the frontman of Queen. This episode covers his early life and beginnings in Queen, up until their monumental release of "Bohemian Rhapsody." Tune in next week for part two, which covers the latter part of Queen, Freddie's solo career, and his sickness and decline. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6xeYrTE9wbEZJHd6C69rDt?si=8bfbfd79e9a34dec . By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Support the show

May 5, 2021

A crowd crush happened during the Pearl Jam performance at Danish music festival Roskilde in 2000. The overcrowding and lack of security resulted in the tragic deaths of several young men. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15LYRayqY451dYY0vKXIH8?si=CtSgwDajQ_u_pd9UUMB3DA . By Alex Motteler, Cassie Gardener, and Jake. Support the show

Apr 28, 2021

This country artist had a troubled time after making it big... Abuse, drugs, loss of loved ones, and mental health took a huge toll on Mindy until she ultimately took her own life. deathbypodcastteam@gmail.com Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5e5mzDTeI71Zp4tUFLWxgL?si=HaQKJ_DLQTCeSWTZ7B5VwQ . Support the show