5 brilliant music podcasts available now for free on Global Player

26 March 2020, 15:02 | Updated: 16 January 2024, 11:39

More than ever, people are on the lookout for fantastic podcasts to keep us entertained and stimulated.

We know you love your music, and so we've put together a quick list of just some of the best music-related podcasts that are available right now on Global Player.

Check them out!

1. Is It Rolling, Bob? Talking Dylan

   

   This podcast sees actors Kerry Shale and Lucas Hare talk to various people about the brillance of Bob Dylan.

   Recent guests have included comedian Nish Kumar, singer Billy Bragg and TV star David Baddiel.

   Download and subscribe here.

2. Stalking Time for the Moon Boys with David Baddiel

   

   Here, David Baddiel and his friend Tim Hincks talk all things related to rock icon David Bowie.

   Each humorous episode touches upon various aspects of Bowie's life and music and how it applies to their own lives.

   Download and subscribe here.

3. Beatles City

   

   This podcast delves into all kinds of stories related to The Beatles, from the city where it all began: Liverpool.

   Episodes take fans along the streets of John Lennon’s childhood Woolton, into the Kensington living room where the Quarrymen made their first record and down the steps into the Cavern nightclub.

   A must-listen for all Beatles fans.

   Download and subscribe here.

4. Ricky & Tony: Pop Detectives

   

   Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson teams up with radio legend Tony Blackburn in this comedy music podcast.

   The unlikely duo debunk various pop myths and solve musical mysteries from their office just above a takeaway on in London, including tales surrounding Jimi Hendrix, Prince, Michael Jackson and more.

   Download and subscribe here.

5. An Interview with Elton John

   Our sister station Smooth Radio sat down with legendary artist Sir Elton John last year, and it's a fantastic one-off special.

   Elton talks to Angie Greaves about his life and career, in a year that saw his movie Rocketman and his autobiography ME released.

   Download and stream here.