The Track Star Podcast

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1. Fela Kuti's Son Unpacks His Father's Legacy

   4 november 2026 · 47 min

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   Seun Kuti joins Jack on the Track Star Podcast for a special episode celebrating the life and legacy of his father, Fela Kuti. As Fela’s youngest son and the longtime leader of his legendary band Egypt 80, Seun has spent his life surrounded by the music that helped define Afrobeat. Lees meer

   Together, they look back at Fela’s groundbreaking career, the sounds and influences behind his music, and the lasting impact he’s had on artists around the world. Seun shares stories about growing up with his father, carrying on his musical legacy, and finding his own voice as an artist.

   The conversation comes at a special moment for Fela’s legacy, following his
   Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award earlier this year and ahead of his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, alongside 50th anniversary celebrations of Zombie and Expensive Shit.

   Shuffering And Shmiling, Pt. 2 - Fela Kuti

   Black Man's Cry - Live - Fela Kuti, Ginger Baker

   Gentleman - Fela Kuti

   Sorrow Tears & Blood - Fela Kuti

   Original Sufferhead - Fela Kuti

   Shuffering And Shmiling, Pt. 2 - Fela Kuti

2. Testing Parker Posey's Music Knowledge

   2 november 2026 · 9 min

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   Parker Posey joins Jack on Track Star to talk about her life in music, the songs that have stayed with her, and the artists who have inspired her along the way. Lees meer

   Known for her unforgettable roles across film and television, Posey brings her signature humor, curiosity, and personality to a conversation that moves
   between music, memories, and storytelling.

   From the theatrical world of Kate Bush and the emotional songwriting of Harry Nilsson to the sounds of Talk Talk and Deee-Lite, Parker and Jack explore an eclectic mix of songs and the personal connections behind them.

   This Episode's Track List:

   Wuthering Heights - Kate Bush

   Without You - Harry Nilsson

   It's My Life - Talk Talk

   Life's What You Make It - Talk Talk

   Music Selector Is the Soul Reflector - Deee-Lite

3. Testing Daddy Yankee's Music Knowledge

   30 oktober 2026 · 12 min

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   Daddy Yankee joins Jack on Track Star to talk about his life in music and the career that helped bring reggaeton to a global audience. From his early days in Puerto Rico to becoming one of Latin music’s most influential artists, Daddy Yankee reflects on the artists that shaped him along the way. Lees meer

   They get into the roots of reggaeton, from Shabba Ranks and the early sounds of Latin urban music to the influence of hip-hop and salsa legends like The Notorious B.I.G. and Héctor Lavoe. Daddy Yankee reflects on coming up in Puerto Rico around the same time Biggie was making his mark in New York, the unique rhythms that helped define reggaeton, and the salsa heroes who inspired him.

   They also discuss the global rise of Latin music, a new generation of artists like Rauw Alejandro and Myke Towers, and how the genre continues to influence music around the world. Daddy Yankee’s new album, La
   Postal, is out today, October 30.

   This Episode's Track List:

   Biggie - Hypnotize (2014 Remaster)

   Shabba Ranks - Dem Bow

   Myke Towers - LALA

   Hector Lavoe - El Cantante

   Tu Pum Pum - Lisa M

   Rauw Alejandro: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 56/66 - Bizarrap, Rauw Alejandro

   Hector & Tito - Baila Morena

4. Listening to Ella Fitzgerald with those Who Played Alongside Her

   28 oktober 2026 · 42 min

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   Jack is joined by John Clayton, Ekep Nkwelle, and Janis Siegel for a special episode of the Track Star Podcast exploring the history of women in jazz and celebrating the life and legacy of Ella Fitzgerald. Lees meer

   Together, they trace the contributions of women who helped shape jazz, from the genre’s early pioneers to the artists carrying it forward today. At the center of the conversation is Ella Fitzgerald, whose extraordinary voice, improvisational talent, and groundbreaking career helped redefine what was possible in jazz.

   Through music, personal stories, and reflections on their own experiences, John, Ekep, and Janis explore the influence of Ella and Jazz across generations.

   This Episode's Track List:

   Satin Doll - Ella Fitzgerald

   A-Tisket, A-Tasket - Ella Fitzgerald, Chick Webb

   Flying Home - EllaFitzgerald

   How High the Moon - Ella Fitzgerald

   How High the Moon (Live at Deutschlandhalle, Berlin, 1960) - Ella Fitzgerald, The Paul Smith Orchestra

   Organ Grinder’s Swing - Ella Fitzgerald, The Count Basie Orchestra

   Someone to Watch Over Me - Ella Fitzgerald

   Cheek to Cheek - Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong

5. Testing Elvis Costello's Music Knowledge

   26 oktober 2026 · 22 min

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   Elvis Costello and Jack hit the street to put his music knowledge to the test on today's episode of Track Star. From the early rock and roll of Little Richard
   to the country sounds of George Jones, the conversation moves through decades of music and across genres. Along the way, and nearly five decades after the release of his debut album, My Aim Is True, Elvis revisits the sounds of Little Feat, The Byrds, Iggy Pop, ABBA, The Pogues, and Bonnie Raitt, sharing stories and reflections on the artists and records that have stayed with him throughout his life. Lees meer

   This Episode's Track List:

   Lucille - Little Richard

   Sailin’ Shoes - Little Feat

   One Hundred Years from Now - The Byrds

   Nightclubbing - Iggy Pop

   Tiger - ABBA

   Tennessee Whiskey - George Jones

   Sally MacLennane - The Pogues

   Guilty - Bonnie Raitt

6. Testing Tom Morello's Music Knowledge

   21 oktober 2026 · 10 min

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   Tom Morello joins Jack on Track Star for a conversation about his life in music, the artists who shaped his sound, and the power of music to inspire change. Lees meer

   Best known as the guitarist for Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave, Morello has spent decades pushing the boundaries of what a guitar can do. He and Jack dive into his musical influences, from classic rock and heavy metal to punk and hip-hop, and explore the stories and artists that have stayed with him throughout his career.

   This Episode's Track List:

   This Land Is Your Land - Woody Guthrie

   White Riot - The Clash

   Stairway to Heaven - Led Zeppelin

   Detroit Rock City - KISS

   Greystone Chapel - Johnny Cash

   The Ghost of Tom Joad - Bruce Springsteen

   Alright - Kendrick Lamar

7. Jon Batiste Returns for a Deep Dive on Jazz Legends

   19 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 4 min

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   Jon Batiste is back on the Track Star Podcast, this time joining Jack in the "band room" to pick up right where they left off. Lees meer

   They dive deeper into the importance of music, explore Jon's personal voice memos and notes filled with unreleased demos and musical ideas, and talk about jazz traditions, Monk's meditations, and the artists who have shaped the way Jon listens and plays.

   Along the way, they break down a legendary live performance by Duke Ellington, listen to recordings from Art Tatum, Ella Fitzgerald, Bud Powell, and Keith Jarrett, and explore the history and improvisation at the heart of jazz. And, of course, the conversation turns into some unexpected jamming of their own.

   This Episode's Track List:

   Moonglow - Art Tatum

   Beethoveen Blues - Jon Batiste

   Black Mozart - Jon Batiste

   HK Jam - Jon Batiste (Voice Memo)

   Holy Water - Jon Batiste (Voice Memo)

   Always Know - Jon Batiste

   Diminuendo in Blue - Live - Duke Ellington

   Blue Skise - Ella Fitzgerald

   In Walked Bud - Thelonious Monk

   You Go To My Head - Bud Powell

   In Walked Bud - Jon Batiste

   Jelly Roll - Earl Hines

   Redbeans - Jon Batiste

   Blues for Basie - Oscar Peterson

   American Symphony - Jon Batiste (Voice Memo)

   Köln, January 24, 1975, Part I - Live - Keith Jarrett

8. Testing LL Cool J's Music Knowledge

   16 oktober 2026 · 10 min

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   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 influences. Lees meer

   They span early hip-hop from Treacherous Three and Funky 4 + 1, unforgettable records from Biz Markie and Roxanne Shanté, and a stacked lineup of MCs on “The Symphony.” Along the way, there’s Beastie Boys, Diana Ross, Chaka Khan, and U2.

   This Episode's Track List:

   Just a Friend - Biz Markie

   Hey Ladies - Beastie Boys

   The Body Rock - Treacherous Three

   Love Hangover - Diana Ross

   Roxanne’s Revenge - Roxanne Shanté

   The Symphony (ft. Craig G & Masta Ace) - Marley Marl, Kool G Rap & Big Daddy Kane

   Sunday Bloody Sunday - U2

   Rappin and Rocking the House - Funky 4 + 1

   Ain’t Nobody - Chaka Khan

9. Is Gen Z the Best Music Generation?

   14 oktober 2026 · 29 min

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   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 Bacardi cocktails, they explore how their generation discovers, shares, and experiences music: from first iPods and TikTok discoveries to the artists they feel understand them best. Lees meer

   The conversation spans Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, and Taylor Swift, the freedom of moving between genres, and the connection between EDM, rave culture, and community. They debate whether algorithms
   help or limit discovery, how social media brings fans closer to artists, and what happens when phones become part of every concert experience. With more access and choice than ever, what makes Gen Z’s relationship with music different?

   Then, the conversation moves from the table to Bacardi x Applebee’s Neighborhood Afters, as Sean and Alex join Jack for an evening of music and community.

   Special thanks to @bacardi for making this episode possible. #ad #BacardiPartner #DoWhatMovesYou

10. Testing Daniel Kaluuya's Music Knowledge

    9 oktober 2026 · 20 min

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    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 Little Simz, the episode brings together classics from both sides of the Atlantic. Lees meer

    The music moves from soul and R&B into the energy of UK club music, with Jorja Smith, Giggs, Jme, and D Double E. Jack and Daniel listen, react, and talk through the songs. Catch Daniel in A24’s Misty Green, out today.

    This Episode's Track List:

    Heart of the City – Jay-Z

    Ex-Factor – Lauryn Hill

    Blue Lights – Jorja Smith

    Do You Mind (Crazy Cousinz Remix)

    Party Hard – Donae-O

    P’s & Q’s – Kano

    Man Don’t Care – Jme ft. Giggs

    Shutdown – Skepta

    Talkin the Hardest – Giggs

    Raindance – Dave, Tems

    Venom – Little Simz

    Street Fighter Riddim – D Double E

    Pay As You Go – Wiley feat. Dizzee Rascal, Ace & Maxwell

    That’s Not Me – Skepta ft. JME

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