Pop Shop Podcast
Billboard co-director of charts Keith Caulfield and Billboard.com senior editor Katie Atkinson 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.
Goodbye to Grammy Committees: Breaking Down the New Academy Rules
On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we chat with Billboard awards editor Paul Grein about the Recording Academy ending its controversial Grammy nomination review committees and how it might affect future nominations.
The Weeknd & Ariana Grande Bring Years of Musical History to 'Save Your Tears' Remix
On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we talk about why The Weeknd and Ariana Grande are a perfect musical match, from "Love Me Harder" through their latest team-up.
It's Another Huge Year for All-Female Collabs, Thanks to Doja Cat, Saweetie & More
On the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we discuss the many new female team-ups either already on the charts or just getting started, like Saweetie's "Best Friend," featuring Doja Cat.
Taylor Swift Turns 'Fearless' Castoffs Into an EP of Gems With 'From the Vault' 6-Pack
On the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we take a closer listen to the half-dozen "new" songs released as part of Swift's re-recorded "Fearless (Taylor's Version)."
Is the 2021 Song of Summer Already Out? Silk Sonic, Lil Nas X & More Possibilities
Sure, it's only April, but we can still dream about hotter temperatures along with (we hope) beach parties and family BBQs. And when we think about what songs will be soundtracking those moments, it's time to start thinking about what could be the Song of the Summer for 2021.
Justin Bieber Shares the Spotlight on 'Peaches' -- Just Like He Always Has
On the Pop Shop Podcast, we talk about Justin Bieber's collaborative history on the Hot 100, from landing big features early in his career to putting the spotlight on newer artists now, like he did for Daniel Caesar and Giveon on "Peaches."
Why Katy Perry's Las Vegas Residency Will Be a Sure Bet
On the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we talk all about Katy Perry's planned Las Vegas residency. What could it look like? What will the setlist be? And who should set up shop in Sin City next?
Inside the Virtual Press Room at 2021 Grammy Awards
The Billboard Pop Shop Podcast takes you inside Sunday night's virtual press room, where Harry Styles, Dua Lipa, Miranda Lambert & more winners addressed reporters.
Harry Connick Jr. Talks 15th Grammy Nomination & New Faith-Based Album
For our Grammy preview episode, Harry Connick Jr. talks to the Pop Shop Podcast about his nomination for best traditional pop vocal album Sunday and making his upcoming album "Alone With My Faith" entirely on his own.
Jessie J Reflects on 'Who You Are' Album 10 Years Later
Jessie J celebrates the 10-year anniversary of her debut album "Who You Are" and talks about her upcoming fifth album, which is being executive-produced by Ryan Tedder.
Daft Punk's Biggest Pop Moments, Coachella, Grammys & Beyond
Before Daft Punk announced Monday they were calling it quits, the French EDM duo helped usher dance music to its highest heights over nearly three decades of service. Some of those heights included the top of the Billboard charts, the top prize at the Grammys and the top U.S. festival.
Taylor Swift Joins the History of Re-Recorded Music -- But She's Taking It Even Further
On this week's Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we take a look back at the history of pop stars re-recording their music, from Prince's new version of "1999" or Def Leppard reclaiming their biggest hits, but no one has ever taken it to the lengths that Swift has in store.
The Weeknd Proves That Greatest-Hits Albums Can Still Work in 2021
On the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we talk about why The Weeknd's "The Highlights" collection proves greatest-hits albums can still make sense. Plus, we share our favorite greatest-hits albums of all time.
What Super Bowl Halftime Hints Did The Weeknd Drop in New Interview?
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, we chat with Billboard dance director Katie Bain about her cover story interview with The Weeknd and what she learned about his Super Bowl halftime plans.
Melanie C on Giving Fans What They Wanted With 'Into You' & Spice Girls Anniversary Plans
Melanie C joins the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast to discuss her latest single “Into You” and why it was the right single to release right now, how an “epiphany” during the Spice Girls tour in 2019 led to her new self-titled album and what upcoming plans the Spice Girls may have to commemorate this year’s 25th anniversary of the release of their debut single and album. Plus, the Pop Shop poses this burning question to Melanie C: If she could assemble her dream girl group, among all female artists from the past and present, who would be in the group? Her...
AJR on Following Top 10 Hit 'Bang!' With the 'Most Extreme' Album They've Ever Made
The brother trio tells Billboard's Pop Shop Podcast that they're experimenting with hip-hop, Americana & more sounds on March 26 album "OK Orchestra."
Introducing 'Must Watch: Netflix Edition'
Each week, Observer senior entertainment reporter Brandon Katz and Hollywood Reporter contributor Jean Bentley highlight the new Netflix titles they're excited about. Recent guests: Daniel Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter, Joanna Robinson from Vanity Fair, and Megan Vick from TV Guide.
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Could Taylor Swift Have the Best-Selling Album of 2021 Too?
With Taylor Swift scoring her record fifth best-selling album of the year, the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast breaks down why the achievement is such a big deal and makes (very, very early) predictions for who might score the top-selling album in 2021.
Which Female Artists Have the Most No. 1 Albums — And Where Does Taylor Swift Rank After ‘Evermore’?
On the final Billboard Pop Shop Podcast of 2020, hosts Katie and Keith team up with Ask Billboard columnist Gary Trust to answer questions from chart fans. Which woman has the most No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 chart? What about the all-female group with the most chart-toppers? And where does Taylor Swift, now that she has an eighth No. 1 with "Evermore," fit into the list? Those questions, and more, are answered on the latest Pop Shop Podcast.
Is Taylor Swift Mulling a Country Return? We Think She Did It With This 'Evermore' Song
One of the most talked-about songs on Taylor Swift's 'Evermore' album is the twangy Haim collaboration "No Body, No Crime" -- and its Nashville vibe has us wondering: Is Taylor ever getting back together with country music?
5 Fresh & Festive Holiday Hits, From Mariah Carey to Jonas Brothers
The Billboard Pop Shop Podcast wishes you a Merry Christmas -- and a happy new playlist! On our latest episode, we take a listen to five 2020 holiday hits, from Mariah Carey's new "girl group" with Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson on "Oh Santa!" to Jonas Brothers' melancholic mistletoe ballad "I Need You Christmas."
How Does Dua Lipa's Studio 2054 Livestream Compare to a Concert?
Dua Lipa's Future Nostalgia finally got the concert experience it deserved thanks to her Studio 2054 livestream. But how did it stack up to the real concertgoing experience? Listen to that and more on this week's Billboard Pop Shop Podcast.
Josh Groban on Finding 'New Meaning' in Classic Songs for His Quarantine-Recorded 'Harmony' Album
Josh Groban joins the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast to chat about his new album “Harmony,” and how recording the set was “one of the most inspirational processes” of his career. Plus, the Pop Shoppers discuss the just-announced Grammy Award nominations!
Our Picks for 2021 Grammy Noms: Dua Lipa, Megan Thee Stallion & Beyond
After months of predictions and theories, we'll find out who scores nominations in all 84 categories for the 2021 Grammy Awards next Tuesday (Nov. 24). Katie & Keith are highlighting top contenders and personal favorites in the Big Four categories: album, record and song of the year and best new artist.
Miley Cyrus & Stevie Nicks Mash-Up Has Us Dreaming Up More Diva Duos
Has there ever been a more natural remix than the brand-new mash-up of Miley Cyrus' "Midnight Sky" with Stevie Nicks' 1982 hit "Edge of Seventeen"? The perfect pairing has us wondering: What other cross-generational divas would we like to see team up? On the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast (listen below), Katie & Keith riff on some possibilities.
Joel Corry & MNEK on Why the Timing Was Just Right for 'Head & Heart'
Joel Corry and MNEK talk to the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast about their global dance smash "Head & Heart," which spent six weeks at No. 1 in their native U.K. and just broke through to the Billboard Hot 100.
24kGoldn & Iann Dior on Going From No. 1 With 'Mood' All the Way to 'Hell' for a New Halloween Podcast
24kGoldn and Iann Dior, the artists behind the current No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 hit “Mood,” join the Pop Shop Podcast to chat about the breakthrough success of their single, as well as their co-starring roles in the spooky new podcast “Halloween In Hell.” Plus, there’s chart news about Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift and more.
Adele's 'SNL' Hosting Gig: Our Theories About What It All Means
On Sunday, Adele announced that she's returning to the Saturday Night Live stage this weekend -- but this time, it's to host for the very first time. So what does it all mean? Will she perform as well, or is this truly just a hosting gig? On this week's Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith break down all the many possibilities surrounding Adele's SNL announcement.
Mariah Carey's Mistletoe Mystery: Who Is On Her Latest Christmas Collab?
Last week, Mariah Carey got the Lambily all worked up when she tweeted a photo of three director's chairs with some unexplained initials on them: MC, AG & JH. The photo's caption -- a single Christmas tree emoji -- was equally cryptic. So what does it all mean? Well, the Pop Shop Podcast is here to investigate this mistletoe mystery.
Julia Michaels Is In Love & It Shows on Upcoming Debut Album: ‘We’re Pretty Cute’
Singer-songwriter Julia Michaels catches up with the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast to talk about how an upside-down kiss with JP Saxe led to her new single “Lie Like This” and why her upcoming debut full-length album is about “finding love and being in love.” Plus, the Pop Shop team dives into big chart news from Travis Scott, Machine Gun Kelly and Fleetwood Mac.
What Does Justin Bieber’s ‘Holy’ Mean for His Next Move?
On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, the team discusses what Justin Bieber’s new single “Holy” could mean for his next musical moves. Plus, hot takes on SuperM’s new album and Travis Scott’s new single “Franchise,” along with chart news about Taylor Swift breaking a longstanding Whitney Houston chart record on the Billboard 200.
Sara Bareilles Has No Doubt Broadway Will Bounce Back: 'To Me, It's a Question of When'
Sara Bareilles joins the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast to discuss her TV series “Little Voice,” the “beautiful” reception it has received, her new companion album to the show titled “More Love: Songs From Little Voice Season One,” what movies she’s been binging in lockdown, and how she has no doubt Broadway will bounce back. Plus: chart news about YoungBoy Never Broke Again, as well as hot takes on Justin Bieber's new single "Holy," and Lady Gaga's new video for "911."
Ava Max Had Doubts About Her Pop Career: 'I Never Thought I Would Make It Through'
Ava Max joins the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast to chat about her new hit single “Kings & Queens,” how she is “living proof that it can take over 15 years to make it any industry” and what she thinks a tour in support of her new album Heaven & Hell might look like (“it’s gonna be wild”).
Fall Music Preview 2020: The Albums We Can’t Wait To Hear (And the Ones We Hope Finally Arrive)
On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, the team reviews some of the major albums that are slated for release this fall, along with those efforts that are on the horizon – or at least rumored to be! Could Adele and Rihanna issue their long-awaited new albums? Will Demi Lovato drop a surprise release? And might Kanye West’s previously announced album materialize? All that and more is discussed on the latest episode.
Why Blackpink's 'Ice Cream' Could Be Their Breakout Moment
On the new Pop Shop Podcast, the team discusses if Blackpink’s new single “Ice Cream” is potentially the song that will take the act to the next level in America after years of steadily growing their fanbase in the States. Plus, there’s chart news on BTS’ big debut at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Dynamite” and how Taylor Swift’s “Folklore” ties for the most weeks at No. 1 in 2020 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. Beyond that, the team chats about Katy Perry’s new album “Smile,” Dua Lipa’s remix set “Club Future Nostalgia,” Calvin Harris and The Weeknd’s new single “Ove...
Previewing the MTV VMAs and The Impact of BTS’ ‘Dynamite’
On the new Pop Shop Podcast, the team previews the upcoming MTV Video Music Awards (Aug. 30) and wonders what to expect from the socially distanced show. Plus, the Pop Shoppers discuss BTS’ new single “Dynamite,” and if this could be the track that not only gives the act its first huge U.S. radio hit, but also some Grammy Awards attention and a possible first No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
How Cardi B & Megan Thee Stallion’s ‘WAP’ Notched the Biggest Debut Streaming Week Ever
On the new Pop Shop Podcast: How Cardi B’s “WAP,” featuring Megan Thee Stallion, broke the record for the biggest debut streaming week ever in the U.S. for a song. Plus, a breakdown of new singles and videos from Drake (“Laugh Now Cry Later,” featuring Lil Durk), Dua Lipa (“Levitating” remix featuring Madonna and Missy Elliott), Miley Cyrus (“Midnight Sky”) and Katy Perry (“Smile”).
How Harry Styles' 'Watermelon Sugar' Hit No. 1, Plus Pentatonix Talks Going Back to 'Roots' on New EP
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, the team reviews Harry Styles’ ascent to his first No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart with “Watermelon Sugar,” while Pentatonix’s Kirstin Maldonado and Kevin Olusola join the show to discuss the group’s recent covers EP "At Home," their upcoming new original songs, and a forthcoming holiday album.
Unpacking Taylor Swift's Huge 'Folklore' Debut, Plus Alessia Cara Talks 'Nostalgic' New Album
The latest Pop Shop Podcast breaks down Taylor Swift's big chart debut with "Folklore" and how it could factor into the album of the year race at the Grammy Awards. Plus, the episode features an interview Alessia Cara about her new album "This Summer: Live off the Floor."
Jessie Ware Shares Her Dream Scenario For Playing ‘What’s Your Pleasure?’ Live
Jessie Ware discusses her new “sophisticated” dance album “What’s Your Pleasure?” on the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast. “It was intentionally cinematic,” Ware says of the project, which was inspired by scandalous nightclubs like New York’s famed Studio 54 and Berlin’s Berghain. Plus, Ware discusses her dream scenario for playing the album live.
