Today in 1889 Sigmund Freud published The Interpretation of Dreams--it was a publishing flop. This episode of "A Day in the Life" explores the music of dreams from Mendelssohn to Belle and Sebastian and questions why Freud was so averse to music in the first place.

Today in 1995 Bob Dylan and Hootie and the Blowfish reached an out-of-court settlement regarding copyright infringement. But that isn't the end of the story. Find out about the ongoing and unexpected collisions between Hootie frontman Darius Rucker and Bob Dylan on today's "A Day in the Life."

Although not in the same year, Warren G. Harding was both born and elected president of the United States on this day. His surprising life in music and the surprising music inspired by his life are the subject of today's "A Day in the Life."

Today in 1938, Orson Welles and his radio drama "War of the Worlds" caused widespread panic when listeners became convinced that an alien invasion was really taking place. Find out how he used music to make this broadcast a terrifying and memorable success.

German composer (and forefather of western swing?!?), Robert Volkmann died on this day in 1833. Today's “A Day in the Life” explores how his music for music for orchestra, chamber ensembles, and piano rivals that of better-known composers of his generation such as Brahms, Chopin, and Schumann.

Today is the birthday of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, who found himself in the midst of a musical hoax in 2015. How much did Gates reportedly offer to pay hiphop artist Young Thug to never again make music? And how did Young Thug respond? Find out on today's episode of "A Day in the Life."

Today in 1917, violinist Jascha Heifetz had his Carnegie Hall Debut--he was only 16 years old at the time. What made his playing so dynamically engaging? And what Bing Crosby song did he compose? Find out on today's "Day in the Life."

Today in 1973, jazz pianist and composer Herbie Hancock released the album Head Hunters, featuring a funky updated version of his song "Watermelon Man." The tune would go on to be recorded, covered, and sampled by hundreds of future musicians. Find out more on today's "A Day in the Life."

Today in 2005 Lou Rawls gave his final live performance as part of game two of the World Series. Learn about his life and times today on "A Day in the Life," including his ongoing performance of the "Star Spangled Banner."

Today in 1973, the song "Sunshine on my Shoulders" was released as a single by John Denver. Today's "A Day in the Life" reflects on the music and lyrics, with particular focus on the Bolero-like orchestral arrangement, provided by Lenny Neihaus.