MODERN MUSICOLOGY

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Modern Musicology covers topics on rock and pop ranging mostly from 70s, 80s and 90s (with occasional excursions into 60s and 00s). Anything is fair game -- classic rock, R&B, folk, punk, prog, rap, metal, and more. Hosted by DJ and author Rob Levy, solo artist and former Aquanettas drummer Stephanie Seymour, drummer and author R. Alan Siler, and guy from London Anthony Williams.

  1. Jul 26

    #172 - MTV 45th Anniversary

    MTV 45th Anniversary MTV launched 45 years ago on August 1, 1981 with "Video Killed the Radio Star." To celebrate this big anniversary, we spend time reminiscing about the glory days of Music Television by talking about our favorite music videos -- and a few of our least favorites. We mention some of the obvious big hits, like "Take on Me", "Sledgehammer", "Thriller", and "Rio", but we also hit a lot of deep cuts. Most of those deep cuts come from MTV's long-running show 120 Minutes, a show we all loved. We talk about some of the artists that MTV introduced us to as well as some legacy bands and artists that were forced to make the transition into the video era.  We had such a great time reliving our MTV days! We would love to hear from you! Let us know what your favorite music video was from back in the day, especially ones that we didn't mention. Drop us a line at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or just leave a comment on our socials or whatever podcast platform you're listening to us.  Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology  Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmusicologypodcast/  Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw  Modern Musicology is part of the ESO Podcast Network. https://esonetwork.com/  Find more about us: Rob Levy: https://kdhx.org/shows/show/juxtaposition  Stephanie Seymour: stephanieseymourmusic.com R. Alan Siler: www.kozmiccreative.com   Anthony Williams: https://watchers4d.podbean.com/

    #172 - MTV 45th Anniversary

  2. Jul 19

    #171 - New Music From STEPHANIE!

    July 17, 2026 was a very special day for the Modern Musicology family -- because that was the release date of a brand-new EP called Grand Isle from our amazing co-host Stephanie Seymour! This new batch of songs has been a couple years in the making and it's finally out in the world. We devote this episode to giving you a preview of Stephanie's new record! We talk about the writing and recording process, we delve into the whole record track-by-track, and we play some clips from the new songs.  You can support Steph's new EP (and all of her other music) by checking out Grand Isle on Bandcamp at https://stephanieseymour.bandcamp.com/album/grand-isle And visit her official website at https://stephanieseymourmusic.com/ where you can get all the deets on the new EP and her previous recordings as well! Please let us know your feedback on this episode! Drop us a line at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or just leave a comment on our socials or whatever podcast platform you're listening to us.  Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology  Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmusicologypodcast/  Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw  Modern Musicology is part of the ESO Podcast Network. https://esonetwork.com/  Find more about us: Rob Levy: https://kdhx.org/shows/show/juxtaposition  Stephanie Seymour: stephanieseymourmusic.com R. Alan Siler: www.kozmiccreative.com   Anthony Williams: https://watchers4d.podbean.com/

    #171 - New Music From STEPHANIE!

  3. Jul 12

    Alan's Record Bin #5 - Five Great Christine McVie Songs

    To celebrate Christine McVie's birthday on July 12th, we have a special show that features some of Christine's great deep cuts. She was arguably the greatest hitmaker in Fleetwood Mac, with biggies like "Say You Love Me," "You Make Lovin' Fun," "Little Lies," and "Everywhere," but there were many more sides to her than just that. In this show we feature some great tracks from her time in Fleetwood Mac as well as from her solo albums and her pre-Mac band Chicken Shack.  I would love to hear what some of your favorite Christine McVie songs are! Drop me a line at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or just leave a comment on our socials or whatever podcast platform you're listening to us.  Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology  Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmusicologypodcast/  Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw  Modern Musicology is part of the ESO Podcast Network. https://esonetwork.com/  Find more about us: Rob Levy: https://kdhx.org/shows/show/juxtaposition  Stephanie Seymour: www.therearebirds.com   R. Alan Siler: www.kozmiccreative.com   Anthony Williams: https://watchers4d.podbean.com/

    Alan's Record Bin #5 - Five Great Christine McVie Songs

  4. Jun 28

    #170 - All About the DRUMS!

    This week we shine a spotlight on the timekeepers of the band, the heartbeat of the music, the THUNDER from the back of the stage .... it's all about those DRUMS!! Stephanie, Alan, Rob and Anthony each select five songs that begin with unaccompanied drum intros that we love. And the selections couldn't be more varied -- rock, pop, punk, classic jazz, electronic, Britpop to an all-out metal assault!  Let us know what drummers you love and some songs that begin with solo drums that you wish we would have mentioned. There are a million of them! Drop us a line at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or just leave a comment on our socials or whatever podcast platform you're listening to us.  Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology  Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmusicologypodcast/  Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw  Modern Musicology is part of the ESO Podcast Network. https://esonetwork.com/  Find more about us: Rob Levy: https://kdhx.org/shows/show/juxtaposition  Stephanie Seymour: www.therearebirds.com   R. Alan Siler: www.kozmiccreative.com   Anthony Williams: https://watchers4d.podbean.com/

  5. Jun 14

    #169 - McCARTNEY

    The legendary Paul McCartney has a very busy time lately, with a new album (The Boys of Dungeon Lane), appearances on Saturday Night Live and the final Stephen Colbert show, a new exhibition at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and a recent book and documentary. Rob and Alan talk all about McCartney's goings on and review the new album, and get a little melancholy about aging and memory.  First, though, we talk about Sonny Rollins, who passed away on May 25, 2026. What did you think of the new McCartney album? Let us know! Drop us a line at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or just leave a comment on our socials or whatever podcast platform you're listening to us.  Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology  Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmusicologypodcast/  Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw  Modern Musicology is part of the ESO Podcast Network. https://esonetwork.com/  Find more about us: Rob Levy: https://kdhx.org/shows/show/juxtaposition  Stephanie Seymour: www.therearebirds.com   R. Alan Siler: www.kozmiccreative.com   Anthony Williams: https://watchers4d.podbean.com/

    #169 - McCARTNEY

  6. Jun 7

    Alan's Record Bin #4 - SNL 2026 Top 10 and Top 5!

    Saturday Night Live has concluded its most recent seasons on both sides of the pond! Both SNL US and UK broadcast their finales on May 16, which means it's time to find out what the best musical performances were on both shows. I'll count down my Top 10 selections from SNL Season 51 and the Top 5 from SNL UK Season 1, and play clips from some of the highlights from each season.  Before that, though, I'll share some of the highlights from my visit to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to see the SNL 50 exhibit!  What did you think of the performances this year? Let me know! Drop me a line at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or just leave a comment on our socials or whatever podcast platform you're listening to us.  Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology  Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmusicologypodcast/  Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw  Modern Musicology is part of the ESO Podcast Network. https://esonetwork.com/  Find more about us: Rob Levy: https://kdhx.org/shows/show/juxtaposition  Stephanie Seymour: www.therearebirds.com   R. Alan Siler: www.kozmiccreative.com   Anthony Williams: https://watchers4d.podbean.com/

    Alan's Record Bin #4 - SNL 2026 Top 10 and Top 5!

  7. May 31

    #168 - The Music of 1986 (Part 2)

    We continue our examination of the year 1986 by talking about the albums that were released in the second half of the year. Metal and rap were reigning supreme with releases from Iron Maiden, Megadeth, Slayer, and The Beastie Boys, but pop and rock offered up some really strong records as well with major releases from Bon Jovi, Cyndi Lauper, Berlin, The Pretenders, REM, Huey Lewis and the News, and Sparks. Even The Monkees made a huge comeback for their 20th Anniversary! What's your favorite albums from the second half of 1986? Let us know! Drop us a line at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or just leave a comment on our socials or whatever podcast platform you're listening to us.  Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology  Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmusicologypodcast/  Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw  Modern Musicology is part of the ESO Podcast Network. https://esonetwork.com/  Find more about us: Rob Levy: https://kdhx.org/shows/show/juxtaposition  Stephanie Seymour: www.therearebirds.com   R. Alan Siler: www.kozmiccreative.com   Anthony Williams: https://watchers4d.podbean.com/

    #168 - The Music of 1986 (Part 2)

  8. May 24

    #167 - The Music of 1986 (Part 1)

    We’re diving headfirst into the first six months of 1986! Join us as we rewind to January through June and relive the music that made 1986 one of the most memorable years of the decade. It was a time when rock and rap were colliding, metal was still reigning supreme, the Minneapolis funk sound was coming into its own, and pop soundtracks were turning lesser-known bands into superstars!  We cover juggernaut releases like Janet Jackson's Control, Peter Gabriel's So, Van Halen's 5150, and Metallica's Master of Puppets, as well as albums by The Bangles, Ozzy, Elvis Costello, Depeche Mode, Judas Priest, Prince, Run D.M.C., and many others, plus soundtracks such as Pretty in Pink, Labyrinth, and Krush Groove. As always you can follow along and listen to all the music we discuss with our Spotify Playlist for this episode.  What's your favorite albums from the first half of 1986? Let us know! Drop us a line at modernmusicology1@gmail.com or just leave a comment on our socials or whatever podcast platform you're listening to us.  Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModernMusicology  Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmusicologypodcast/  Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ModrnMusicology  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-MlcGy5u3fK1j4bVty1Kw  Modern Musicology is part of the ESO Podcast Network. https://esonetwork.com/  Find more about us: Rob Levy: https://kdhx.org/shows/show/juxtaposition  Stephanie Seymour: www.therearebirds.com   R. Alan Siler: www.kozmiccreative.com   Anthony Williams: https://watchers4d.podbean.com/

    #167 - The Music of 1986 (Part 1)
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Modern Musicology covers topics on rock and pop ranging mostly from 70s, 80s and 90s (with occasional excursions into 60s and 00s). Anything is fair game -- classic rock, R&B, folk, punk, prog, rap, metal, and more. Hosted by DJ and author Rob Levy, solo artist and former Aquanettas drummer Stephanie Seymour, drummer and author R. Alan Siler, and guy from London Anthony Williams.

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    modernmusicology
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
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