Testing LL Cool J's Music Knowledge
Oct 16, 2026
LL Cool J joins Jack on Track Star to talk about the music he loves and the artists who helped shape his sound. Having made his own mark on hip-hop, LL revisits some classics and share his…
The internet’s favorite music show, now in podcast form! Each episode explores a theme through a playlist of songs, taking listeners on a deep dive into a specific artist, genre, or era of music through the perspectives of musicians, historians, journalists and fans. Also available in video on YouTube! Hosted by Jack Coyne.
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Is Gen Z the Best Music Generation?
Oct 14, 2026
Ahead of Breakaway Carolina, Jack sits down with Sean and Alex, two local Gen Z music fans, at Applebee’s in Charlotte for a special episode of the Track Star Podcast, made possible by @bacardi. Over…
Testing Daniel Kaluuya's Music Knowledge
Oct 09, 2026
Daniel Kaluuya joins Jack on Track Star to put his music knowledge to the test, with a playlist spanning American hip-hop, soul, UK garage, grime, and rap. From Jay-Z, Lauryn Hill to Skepta and…
Why Paul Simon’s “Graceland” Made Music History
Oct 07, 2026
Music historian Ashley Kahn and bassist Bakithi Kumalo join Jack on the Track Star Podcast to explore the music, people, and stories behind Paul Simon’s Graceland. Drawing on Kahn’s new book, Days of…
Testing Elvis Costello's Music Knowledge
Oct 02, 2026
Elvis Costello joins Jack on the Track Star Podcast to explore the music that has stayed with him throughout his life. From the sharp pop instincts of Nick Lowe and the blues-rooted rock of Fleetwood…
Sheryl Crow Teaches Us About Her Top Music Influences
Sep 30, 2026
On today’s episode of the Track Star Podcast, we are honored to be joined by a once-in-a-generation, 9-time Grammy-winning artist, singer, and performer. Jack is joined by Sheryl Crow, who launched…
Testing Queen Latifah's Music Knowledge
Sep 28, 2026
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing the legendary ‘90s rapper/singer Queen Latifah on some hip hop and soul tracks. As a New Jersey native, Queen Latifah has plenty of stories about her hometown…
Grandmaster Flash Explains How Rap First Started
Sep 23, 2026
On today’s episode of the Track Star Podcast, we are joined by a guest who pioneered Hip-Hop and DJing as the lead of the legendary group Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, as well as through…
Ravi Coltrane Teaches Us How to Listen to his Father’s Catalog
Sep 16, 2026
This week on the Track Star* Jack is joined by Ravi Coltrane, Grammy nominated saxophonist, bandleader and composer, as well as the son of the legendary John Coltrane and co-owner of the RKM Music…
Testing this Legendary Punk Journalist’s Music Knowledge
Sep 11, 2026
On today’s episode of the Track Star Podcast, we are joined by a guest who, in his new book, Resident Punk, shares memories from living with some of punk’s most recognizable names. Jack is joined by…
Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh Go Head-to-Head | Track Star Versus
Sep 09, 2026
Today on Track Star Versus*, Apple TV's MAYDAY stars Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh go head-to-head in a battle of music knowledge. The pair test their expertise across ’80s rock, new wave, and…
Testing Juanes' Music Knowledge
Sep 07, 2026
Today on Track Star*, Jack chats with legendary Colombian musician and singer-songwriter Juanes. Juanes shows us how his music taste grew alongside him, from Latin folk in his younger years to hard…
Testing Andrew Garfield's Music Knowledge
Sep 02, 2026
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing Oscar-nominated actor Andrew Garfield on funk, soul as well as some vocal jazz. In this episode, Andrew shares how different styles of music affect his…
Testing an NYC Librarian's Music Knowledge
Aug 31, 2026
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing a local librarian from the NY Public Library, Dan, and his encyclopedic knowledge of 70s/80s rock. While regaling us with fascinating anecdotes surrounding a…
Testing Dakota Fanning's Music Knowledge
Aug 28, 2026
Today on Track Star*, we’re putting Emmy-nominated actress Dakota Fanning’s music knowledge to the test with a mix of Southern classics, childhood favorites, and songs that shaped her along the…
Testing Whitmer Thomas’ Music Knowledge
Aug 24, 2026
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing Alabama’s very own Whitmer Thomas on home-state classic hits and punk-driven 2000s tracks. Showcasing his own musical influence and childhood upbringing, Whitmer…
Testing Troye Sivan's Music Knowledge
Aug 21, 2026
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing the iconic Australian pop star Troye Sivan on Y2K euphoria and melancholy R&B classics. Revealing the extent of his own musical influence and knowledge, Troye…
Testing Too $hort's Music Knowledge
Aug 19, 2026
Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing legendary rapper Too $hort on Funk deep-cuts and influential Hip-Hop classics. Revealing the extent of his music knowledge, Too $hort gives us the opportunity to…
Testing Brandon Flowers’ Music Knowledge
Aug 17, 2026
Today on Track Star*, we are joined by Brandon Flowers to talk about some of the songs and artists that have inspired his work, both as a solo artist and frontman of The Killers.
Listening to…
Testing Brittany Howard’s Music Knowledge
Aug 12, 2026
Brittany Howard, acclaimed solo artist and lead singer of band Alabama Shakes, joins us today on Track Star* to listen to a few classic Funk, Rock, and Doo-Wop songs and discuss their personal and…
Testing Travis Barker’s Music Knowledge
Aug 10, 2026
Travis Barker, best known for his work as drummer in the band Blink-182, joins us today on Track Star* to listen to some iconic rap, rock, punk, and hardcore, and break down some of his earliest and…
Listening to the Genius of Oscar Peterson (ft. Christian McBride & Kelly Peterson)
Aug 05, 2026
On today’s episode of the Track Star Podcast, we’re celebrating the centennial of Oscar Peterson with two guests who have helped preserve and carry forward his extraordinary legacy.
Jack is joined…
Testing Questlove's Music Knowledge
Aug 03, 2026
Questlove, the multi-dimensional musician, filmmaker, and artist, joins us today on Track Star* to show us his deep and profound appreciation for music, and to teach us about the role music has…
Testing Warren Haynes’ Music Knowledge
Jul 31, 2026
In today’s episode of Track Star* Warren Haynes, best known for his work as a member of the Allman Brothers Band, joins us to listen to some iconic, genre-defining Blues and Rock songs, and to…
Testing This Punk Legend's Music Knowledge
Jul 29, 2026
Lenny Kaye is an icon of the punk rock scene. As a member of the Patti Smith Group, as well as in his work as a solo artist and rock critic, Kaye joins us today on Track Star* to listen to a few…
Swamp Dogg Teaches Us About Country and R&B
Jul 27, 2026
Today on Track Star* we are joined by legendary singer, songwriter, and producer Swamp Dogg to cover some of the songs that defined his career and discuss the complicated and somewhat blurred…
KISS's Gene Simmons & Paul Stanley Unpack the Importance of Songwriting
Jul 22, 2026
Today on the Track Star Podcast, we are joined by Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of KISS to talk about rock and roll songwriting, the New York City music scene, and what it really takes to make a…
The Governor of Maryland was Built on Hip Hop Influences
Jul 20, 2026
This week on the Track Star Podcast, Jack is joined by Maryland Governor and Music-Obsessed Wes Moore. In this episode, he sits down with Jack to unpack the songs that have shaped his life, from the…
Song Exploder’s Host Hrishikesh Hirway Plays Track Star
Jul 17, 2026
Today we are joined by Hrishikesh Hirway, musician and host of the hit podcast Song Exploder, to listen to and discuss some of the songs that have influenced and defined his work, both in his music…
David Porter Recounts the Hits He Made At Stax Records
Jul 15, 2026
David Porter, one of the key figures behind Stax Records, joins us today on the Track Star Podcast to discuss his role as one of the primary songwriters, hitmakers, and creative forces behind the…