51 Best Music News Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

Take two nationally respected rock critics, the latest music news, personal commentary, and exclusive interviews and performances, add a huge pile of records old and new, and the result is Sound Opinions, where people who love music can come together. more

Popcast is hosted by Jon Caramanica, a pop music critic for The New York Times, and Joe Coscarelli, a culture reporter for The New York Times. It covers the latest in popular music criticism, trends and news. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. more

Step into Rolling Stone All Access, where the biggest voices in music and culture tell the stories you won't hear anywhere else. From the must-hear reporting of Rolling Stone Music Now to the pulse of country on Nashville Now and the unfiltered conversations of The Rolling Stone Interview, this feed pulls back the curtain on the artists and ideas driving the world forward. With new original series on the way, as well as special drops like Voices of the Year , Rolling Stone All Access brings you the moments that matter — straight from the source. more

Welcome to your all-in-one destination for every NPR Music podcast. We break down the best new albums to hit streaming each week on New Music Friday; we share the latest songs worthy of your playlists on All Songs Considered; there's off-the-rails conversations (and chisme!) about Latin music on Alt.Latino. The NPR Music channel is your hub for new records, iconic artists and cult heroes, free of algorithms and full of surprises. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org . You'll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening for NPR Music. more

The Ebro, Laura & Rosenberg Show is a cultural commentary platform hosted by Ebro Darden, Laura Stylez, and Peter Rosenberg. Now in a new digital chapter, they continue the conversation on YouTube and across platforms, bringing their signature blend of music, culture, and unfiltered debate to a global audience.Stay tuned for latest updates:X: @theelrshowTik Tok: @ebrolaurarosenberg more

Agushto Papá is the first & largest music podcast to explore the world of regional Mexican music. An English-speaking podcast for the new generation of fans in America! Join our Gen-Z best friend hosts (Diego, Angel, Jason) who use their laid-back style and humor to discuss the latest industry news, covering the artists biggest moments, concerts, and events, all while gaining unprecedented access to interview the top trending artists. Past guests have included Peso Pluma, Ivan Cornejo, Becky G and more. The hosts also delve into their personal lives as young Mexican Americans and the unique challenges they face. For many of their listeners, AGUSHTO PAPA PODCAST isn't just about music, it's about identity. The podcast started in 2020 and broke out with its early success on TikTok expanding to full length episodes on YouTube and is now available on all platforms. more

Billboard's Keith Caulfield (Managing Director, Charts and Data Operations) and Katie Atkinson (Executive Digital Director, West Coast) offer weekly Billboard chart breakdowns, discuss the hottest music news and cover the year's biggest musical events. Casual pop fans, chart junkies and everyone in between are invited to this weekly half-hour discussion. more

Interviews with music industry movers and shakers, tips, and news. Learn more at: https://sholink.to/bobbyowsinskidotcom . On this show, music industry guru Bobby Owsinski gives you his personal insights into the industry of music, covering industry news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers on every show! If you know Bobby, you know you're in for an enlightening and engaging treat. So enjoy the show! more

Punknews.org contributors turn a critical eye on the week's most notable stories, offering commentary, insight, a few cool songs, and hopefully a little humor. Hosted by John Gentile and a rotating cast of Punknews writers, editors, and friends. more

The Country Heat Weekly podcast, hosted by Kelly Sutton and Amber Anderson, brings Amazon Music's Country Heat playlist to life. Every week Kelly and Amber deliver the vibrant world of country from Nashville to Austin and beyond entertaining listeners with today's top tracks, sharing country music news, sitting down with beloved artists, celebrating country music history, and highlighting future stars. more

Endless Scroll is a podcast about internet culture, music, and the music industry. Each week hosts Eli Enis, Miranda Reinert, Eric Bennett and Michael Brooks discuss new albums, industry discourse, and music journalism. more

20 The Countdown Magazine is a weekly top 20 Christian music countdown show hosted by William Ryan, III featuring artist interviews, Christian music news, and the latest Christian music! more

Rock Feed is a hard rock and heavy metal podcast focused on the latest news and artist interviews.

The Money Trench (TMT) is The Music Industry Podcast from presenter Mark Sutherland and exec producer Mike Walsh, produced by Tape Notes and supported by Sound On and Tixel. Each Monday, we will dissect the biggest music industry news stories of the previous week, in the company of one of the industry's most influential executives. Followed by a deep dive into that exec's career in music, including their thoughts on where we're at and where we're heading. Now, TMT is here to look at all sides of the music business and celebrate the most exciting industry on the planet. Don't start your music week without it… more

Unlimited Supply is your daily music tech and business TL/DR. It's the industry's only daily audio briefing. In less than 10 minutes you'll know what should be paying attention to in the Business, Technology and Finance of Music. Music and Industry news is superabundant, and someone needs to sift though that unlimited supply of information for you every day. That's where Unlimited Supply comes in. With a little bit of insight (and snark) on top. Presented by Nodisc. more

Sylvee Jones & Kahlil Daniel came to give it to you straight! They review four new albums a week and, 'won't say anything behind your back that they won't say to your face.' This podcast will keep you laughing and up to date with the latest music, news, and everything related while you're, 'On The Way!' Follow them on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook! On The Way is produced by Instinct Entertainment and part of the Mocha Podcasts Network! more

Hosted by YOUR MORNING COFFEE newsletter creator / curator Jay Gilbert along with Mike Etchart, former host of the syndicated Sound & Vision Radio program. Every week, Jay & Mike break down the top stories so you stay on top of the latest news and trends in this new music business. more

The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. The podcast includes news roundups, interviews, and more. Our host is Dmitri Vietze, CEO of PR firm rock paper scissors. more

Welcome to The New Wave Music Podcast , your go-to source for everything New Wave! Join us as we review the latest music from the iconic artists who defined the genre, while also exploring new and emerging talents who carry the New Wave sound into the future. Each episode features music reviews, in-depth discussions, exclusive interviews with artists, and the latest news from the world of New Wave. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering the genre, this podcast is the perfect way to stay connected with the music you love! more

BV Weekly is a podcast presented by the long-running music publication BrooklynVegan. Each week, founder Dave Levine and longtime editor Andrew Sacher will dive into the week's music news and a few new albums and songs that we recommend, with a focus on indie rock, punk, metal, hip hop, and beyond. more

The Jay Franze Show is your source for the latest music news, reviews, and interviews, providing valuable insights and entertaining stories, stories you won't find anywhere else. Hosted by industry veteran and master dry humorist Jay Franze, this show delivers a fresh, non-traditional take on the world of music. Jay brings you behind the scenes with insider insights, untold stories, and candid conversations with seasoned artists, industry pros, and rising stars each week. Whether you're here for the laughs, the information, or to be part of The Crew (his family), he's got you covered. You will be entertained, educated, and maybe even a little surprised, because nothing is off the table here. more

A weekly podcast discussing the latest in Hip-Hop music and Culture!

From conversations about the biggest music news to exclusive interviews with the culture's present and future stars, the 4$IDE Podcast has done it all --- and continues to get better.Created & Hosted by Arden, Willz, and AK.Engineered By Wolf Taylor.Recorded & Filmed at WTF Media Studio, New York, NY. more

Music news, stories and 2 hour deep dive interviews with bands that have sold over 305 million albums. 105k subscribers on YouTube. Bands interviewed include: Evanescence, Three Days Grace, Queensrÿche, Staind, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Papa Roach, Simple Plan, Sum 41, Breaking Benjamin, Daughtry, P.O.D., Triumph, April Wine, Crash Test Dummies, Our Lady Peace, Alien Ant Farm, Exodus, Finger Eleven, Blue Rodeo, Billy Talent, The Tea Party, Ugly Kid Joe, Cradle of Filth, Default, Thousand Foot Krutch, Bad Wolves, Sleeping With Sirens, Saliva, Saving Abel & Walk Off The Earth. more

Everything you need to know in country music this week! Hosted by Rebecca Porter. Follow us on socials @allcountrynews. Submit to us at allcountrynews.com more

The Skinny with Mike and Adam is a music-centric podcast which takes a look at the latest news, releases, and reviews from today's music scene and beyond. Stay subscribed for track-by-track album reviews, countdowns, music news, hilarious commentary from co-hosts, Mike and Adam, and much more! more

Triple M Rocks! Welcome to the podcast feed for all our music specials, highlights, the latest news in Aussie Rock and Interviews with some amazing names in Rock as heard on Triple M. Subscribe on the LiSTNR App to catch it all in one place. more

AI-free news every week with the latest in Rock, Metal, Indie, Grunge, Alt and Classic Rock news, This week's new rock/metal releases, 'This Week In Music History Trivia' & more... I am a 20+ year FM radio veteran with tons of interview, on-air and live music experience. This is my way of talking about the rock news of the week in an unedited, uncensored way that I can't do on typical radio. I invite my friends & family on my show to share in the co-hosting duties, while building each episode without using AI artwork or editing, all from scratch based on radio industry trusted websites . more

Yo! Welcome to The Jesea Lee Show. Your daily stage dive into music news, memes and everything in between. Trending topics, hot takes, interviews, and fart jokes. If you're into rock, metal, alternative, or just love discovering new bands while hearing 2000s movie quotes, you're gonna have a good time here. 🎙️ New episodes drop Monday, Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday 🎸 Bonus full interviews uploaded regularly. Bang your head on that subscribe button and share it with someone that doesn't suck! https://www.tiktok.com/@jesealee https://www.instagram.com/jesealee more

Music Matters Media covers all genres of music from Pop, R&B, and Hip-Hop to EDM, Pop-Punk, Alternative Rock, and more! Listen as we discuss music news, album reviews, concert reviews, discover up-and-coming artists, and talk about all things music. You can now stream the #MusicMattersMedia podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Soundcloud, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Audible, Pandora, and any other platform podcasts are hosted. Make sure to subscribe to catch up on old episodes and stay tuned for more episodes to come!????Visit our website at: https://MusicMattersMedia.comAll Music Matters Media related content here: https://linktr.ee/musicmattersmedia more

Sid Davis covers music news, music rumors, & music album reviews. Love emerging Hip-Hop, but need someone to help sort out who's hot & who's not? Unsure whether that new blockbuster movie is worth watching? Want to get caught up on the week's news? Tune in to The Social Introvert Podcast. more

Tune in daily for your 5-minute music update! 🎧 Stay ahead of the trends and keep your finger on the pulse of the music world with quick, fresh headlines covering breaking news, artist announcements, chart-toppers, industry buzz, and more. Perfect for music fans on the go—never miss a beat in under five minutes. Hosted by Brian Ibbott and Eileen Rivera. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Welcome to K-ALL, the podcast that connects fans to the full spectrum of Korean music, from K-Pop hits to indie gems. Hosted by K-music expert Angel, each episode features lively conversations with artists, insiders, and fans worldwide. Whether you're a longtime K-Pop stan or new to Korean music, K-ALL is your interactive hub for music news, behind-the-scenes stories, and thoughtful interviews that celebrate Korean artistry and connect the global fandom. Join the discussion and discover the music that moves us all.Find us on our socials! Instagram: @KallPodcast TikTok: @KallPodcast YouTube: K-All Podcast more

Indiecast is a weekly show from UPROXX Indie Mixtape hosted by music critics Steven Hyden and Ian Cohen. Every week, Hyden and Cohen discuss the biggest news and names in modern indie, as well as look back to moments that established the indie rock canon. more

On The Flythe has the latest in entertainment and music news plus great interviews!!

The Breaking Through Podcast aims to bring you real opinions about music news, tours, albums and everything in-between! more

Cole Jackson is a music commentator who talks about hip-hop, the media covering it and the business behind it. Hip-hop media, artist moves, industry politics, controversies and whatever has everybody arguing that week — it's all on the table. Cole looks at what happened, how people are reacting and then gets into the part that actually interests him: what are we really talking about here? Sometimes the popular take makes sense. Sometimes it doesn't. Sometimes the whole conversation is ridiculous. more

Gigs, News, reviews, interviews and the freshest tunes from across the Middle East.

Tune in to the ultimate music podcast for exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and deep dives. Our host Carl brings you the latest news and trends in the music world, as well as in-depth analyses of the grassroots music industry. BROUGHT TO YOU BY RGM MAGAZINE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Achickwitbeatz presents ⁠the ⁠Instrumental Intel⁠ podcast, bringing you information instrumental to your artistic career including music industry news, tips, insights, interviews, and beats for your inspiration. Listen on Saturdays at 7 pm ET on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grander Radio⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠Achickwitbeatz.com⁠⁠⁠, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. Achickwitbeatz produces all episode ⁠⁠instrumentals⁠⁠. https://www.achickwitbeatz.com/instrumental-intel/podcast more

We review a recently released album every week. Plus, music news and a rundown of the soon-to-be-released music you should know about. New episodes release every Monday. more

Highlighting the latest news in the world of blues rock.

A place for fans of alternative music. Monthly podcasts, featuring news, reviews, and other topics in the world of rock, metal, pop punk and heavy music. more

Scratch the Vinyl is a Podcast about music! Our hosts Brooke Johnson, Randy Wilson and Cain Stevens will take you on a musical journey each week with; musical guests, music news, lyrics /quotes and everything that is music related providing an experience that can only be shared by music lovers everywhere  more

The Music Universe Podcast is the flagship talk show of the largest independently-circulated music news site, The Music Universe. The show features conversations with diverse superstars from Garth Brooks and Gene Simmons to Dionne Warwick; newly minted superstars such as Parker McCollum and The War and Treaty. Co-hosts Matt Bailey & Buddy Iahn also chat with up-and-coming artists they think need to be on your radar. Plus, the pair take you on their own adventures as they travel and cover the biggest events in music and entertainment. more

From backstage chaos to brainy breakdowns—Rockers to Doctors is your weekly shot of music news with a glam metal edge. We cover the latest headlines, streaming shifts, reunion rumors, weird merch drops, and the cultural undercurrents shaping rock, metal, and everything in between.Hosted by two PhDs who never ditched their leather jackets, this podcast blends pop culture commentary, forgotten facts, and the occasional chart analysis to bring you a fresh take on the music that made us—and the stories still unfolding. Come for the riffs, stay for the rabbit holes. more

Interviews with top artists in blues rock along with blues rock commentary and news.

Music City Minute is the quickest, easiest way to stay up-to-date with country music news. We live busy lives and it can be hard to follow all of our favorite artist's moving and shaking. Music City Minute compiles all the latest information into an easy-to-digest sixty-second audio and visual segment. From Nashville to Denver, entertainment to breaking news, Music City Minute is your local source for country music content.  more

The Rock Report with Mel is the no-holds-barred music news segment airing on Pure Rock KNAC, the legendary radio station that cranks up the volume on everything rock. Hosted by Mel, the Rock Report delivers the latest on killer album drops and mind-blowing concert tours. Mel brings you the news with attitude in under 60 seconds. If you want to stay ahead of the curve and dive deep into the gritty world of rock music, Mel's got your back. Tune in and rock out! www.knac.fm or via the TuneIn Radio app. more

Music Industry Daily is your daily shot of music industry news — deals, lawsuits, streaming wars, tour drama, artist moves, and global plays. Pour the coffee, hit play, and you'll know what's moving in music before you walk out the door. more

Your one-stop destination for everything country music! Catch the Jimmy Carter Update for the latest news straight out of Nashville, plus dive into a lineup of exclusive interviews with today's hottest stars and legendary artists . From new releases and tour announcements to personal stories behind the songs, Jimmy Carter keeps you connected to the music and artists you love. more