
Pop Shop Podcast
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Ep 135Bette Midler Reflects on 'Divine' Debut Album & Enduring Appeal of 'Hocus Pocus'
We've got an interview with the one and only Bette Midler! The Divine Miss M chats about the new reissue of her debut album, working on "The Voice" this past month with Blake Shelton, her upcoming return to Broadway in "Hello, Dolly!" and of course -- with Halloween around the corner -- we had to ask about the enduring appeal of her movie "Hocus Pocus." Plus, we've got chart chat about Kings of Leon's first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart, Maroon 5's new top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, how Lady Gaga is aiming for her fourth No. 1 album and much more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 134Must-Hear Music: Niall Horan, Bruno Mars & Lady Gaga
As Jason Lipshutz returns, we talk Bruno Mars, Niall Horan and new Lady Gaga on the Must-Hear Music podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 133Shura: Headliner Interview
Attention pop fans: get into Shura while she’s still under the radar. The rising U.K. synthpopper chatted with Billboard about her quick rise from making music in her bedroom to working with stars like Greg Kurstin and touring with inspirations like Tegan & Sara. She likens the songs on debut album "Nothing's Real" to queer love stories in the John Hughes coming-of-age tradition; in the podcast, you'll hear how she's working on turning that ambition into reality. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 132Stevie Nicks Previews 24 Karat Gold Tour, Sheryl Crow Teases Two New Albums
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, it’s a special edition of the show featuring two superstar leading ladies of music: Stevie Nicks and Sheryl Crow! We caught up with both women, separately, via phone, to talk about their latest projects. Nicks previews her about-to-launch 24 Karat Gold Tour and the possibility of a new Fleetwood Mac album, while Crow discusses her two new albums that are in the works – including one with Nicks! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 131Butch Walker: Headliner Interview
The Pop Shop Podcast is excited to present the second episode of a new weekly segment: the Headliner Interview. Famed producer/songwriter Butch Walker discusses collaborations with Fall Out Boy, Taylor Swift, Elle King and others, in addition to his excellent new solo album "Stay Gold." For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 130Catching Up With Kristin Chenoweth & Bright Light Bright Light, Plus Solange Chart Chat & More
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, we've got interviews with two very special guests — the fabulous Kristin Chenoweth and Bright Light Bright Light! We chatted with the Tony and Emmy Award-winning Chenoweth about her new chart-topping jazzy pop album “The Art of Elegance,” while Bright Light Bright Light (aka indie singer/songwriter Rod Thomas) dropped by to discuss his new effort, “Choreography.” Plus, we’ve got chart chat about Solange debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with her new album and more! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 129Must-Hear Music: Sad13 Shares Music Recs
Sad13, Speedy Ortiz's Sadie Dupuis, talks about stepping back from the full-band for her solo, electronic-leaning 'Slugger' and shares what she's been listening to: Shamir, Nao, Dreezy, Jackal Onasis, Weaves, Sam Evian, Xenia Rubinos, Half Waif, Melkbelly and more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 128Jimmy Eat World: Headliner Interview
Arizona rockers Jimmy Eat World broke big in 2002 and have since evolved into one of America's most consistently revered bands. The quartet stopped by Billboard's New York office for a chat with staff writer Chris Payne for the inaugural episode of Pop Shop's new weekly series, the Headliner Interview. Topics include their new album "Integrity Blues," how to cultivate a devoted fan base, and performing their signature song "The Middle" with Taylor Swift. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 127Chord Overstreet On Debut Single, Demi Lovato & DNCE Joint Interview, Plus Chart Chat
We've got three, count 'em three, very special guests! Chord Overstreet, Demi Lovato and DNCE! Overstreet (of Fox TV's "Glee" fame) dropped by the office recently to chat about his autobiographical debut single, "Homeland," how he's been writing and working on his own music for the past few years, and that an EP release is in the works. We also have a joint interview with Demi Lovato and DNCE, where they talked about the possibility of new music from Lovato, and DNCE's upcoming debut full-length album, due out in November. Plus, we've got chart chat about Niall Horan's Billboard Hot 100 debut with "This Town," The Weeknd's big jump into the top 10 with "Starboy" and Shawn Mendes' second No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 126Shawn Mendes On ‘Growing Up’ and His ‘Mature’ New Album ‘Illuminate’
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, we've got an interview with Shawn Mendes! We caught up with the singer/songwriter backstage at his intimate Grammy Museum concert to talk about his new album, "Illuminate," songwriting, his upcoming tour, and much more. Plus, we've also got oodles of chart chat, as usual! Drake is back at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with Views, the all-star "Forever Country" single makes a smashing debut at No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart and The Weeknd’s new single with Daft Punk is making chart waves. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 125Backstreet Boys Talk New Music (With a Possible Country Vibe), Drag Diva Bianca Del Rio Chats 'Hurricane Bianca'
On this week's show, we've got two interviews with two wildly different artists -- Backstreet Boys and Bianca Del Rio! Nick Carter, AJ McLean, Kevin Richardson of the Backstreet Boys talk to us about recording new music and reflect on the staying power of the group over the last 20-plus years. Plus, Bianca Del Rio, the winner of the sixth season of "RuPaul's Drag Race," stops by to talk about her new film "Hurricane Bianca," stand-up comedy tour and the possibility of releasing a comedy album. In addition we've got chart chat about Lady Gaga's debut on the Billboard Hot 100 with "Perfect Illusion," Jason Aldean's new No. 1 album on the Billboard 200, and The Beatles' 32nd top 10 album with "Live at the Hollywood Bowl." For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 124KT Tunstall on Her 'Honest' New Music, Plus Lady Gaga Chart Chat & More!
Singer/songwriter KT Tunstall drops by the Pop Shop Podcast to discuss her new album, "KIN," and how she's making the most "honest" music she's ever made. She says that it was "spiritually" important for her to write this album basically totally on her own (the first time she's ever done that) and she talks about collaborating with James Bay on the album's "Two Way" (they "just had the best day" when the recorded the tune). Plus, the Pop Shop team dive into new chart achievements for Charlie Puth and Selena Gomez, forecasting where Lady Gaga's "Perfect Illusion" could end up on the Billboard Hot 100, and how Travis Scott is the latest artist to bring an Apple exclusive album to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 123Daya On Her Upcoming ‘Electro Pop’ Album and Breakthrough Year, Plus Chart Chat About Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga & More
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, we welcome rising star Daya, who stops by to talk about her breakthrough year and her upcoming debut full-length album, “Sit Still, Look Pretty” and more. Also in the show, Keith and Katie dive into the charts, talking about Barbra Streisand’s 11th No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart (with “Encore: Movie Partners Sing Broadway”), how Nicki Minaj earns her 36th (!) top 40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, Sia’s new single and video for “The Greatest,” and what the new era of Lady Gaga might bring, as she’ll release her new single “Perfect Illusion” on Sept. 9. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 122Pop Shop Podcast: Metallica’s Lars Ulrich Reflects on 25th Anniversary of ‘The Black Album’ Debuting at No. 1
Metallica’s Lars Ulrich calls in to talk about the 25th anniversary of the band’s super-successful self-titled album, which rules as the biggest selling release in the U.S. of the entire Nielsen Music era (1991-present). “I think you file that one under 'mind f---,'” says Ulrich. “There's so many inherently bizarre things about that fact, I don't even know where to begin.” Plus, Keith and Katie count down the top 10 selling albums of the Nielsen era – along with fun facts about each title. Among the artists in the top 10: a reggae legend, a country diva, a fab rock group and a beloved boy band. Do some of your favorite albums factor into the top 10? Tune in to find out! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 121Jason Derulo Talks 'Platinum Hits' & More, Plus Chainsmokers & Halsey's First Hot 100 No. 1
On the latest episode, we welcome Jason Derulo to talk about his colorful "Kiss the Sky" video, judging the current season of So You Think You Can Dance, performing in Dallas for the Bud Light Party Convention concert series and his new Platinum Hits collection. Plus, we've got chart chat about the new No. 1 song on the Billboard Hot 100 (The Chainsmokers' "Closer," featuring Halsey), and how the all-star "Suicide Squad" soundtrack holds at No. 1 for a second week on the Billboard 200 albums chart. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 120DNCE Talks New Album and ‘Dare to Suck’ Songwriting Rule, Plus Chart Chat About ‘Suicide Squad,’ No. 1 Soundtracks & More
DNCE’s Joe Jonas and Cole Whittle join the Pop Shop Podcast to discuss the group’s upcoming debut full-length album, their “dare to suck” rule regarding songwriting and aspirations of recording music while riding horses. (Yes, really!) Plus, Keith and Katie chat about No. 1 soundtracks on the Billboard 200 chart – including the new “Suicide Squad” set which opened in the top slot. Plus, the Pop Shop team discuss how three acts monopolize the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, as Twenty One Pilots, The Chainsmokers and Rihanna each have their own pair singles in the region. It’s a feat that hasn’t been accomplished since January of 2009. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 119Britney Spears' 'Make Me' Video Drama, DJ Khaled's First No. 1 Album & Reports of New Lady Gaga Music
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, we discuss Britney Spears' new video for "Make Me" -- and how some fans are displeased with the sexy clip, DJ Khaled's first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart (and why the achievement is particularly unique), and our thoughts on the report that Lady Gaga might have new music coming out in the next month. Plus, the Pop Shop team chats about the Olympics -- and if any music heard during the Games could go for the gold on the charts. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 118The Go-Go's Discuss Farewell Tour, Plus: Chart Chat About Major Lazer, Sia & Justin Bieber
The Go-Go's Charlotte Caffey and Gina Schock join the Pop Shop Podcast to discuss the band's Farewell Tour, plus the Pop Shop team recall their favorite live performance memories. In addition, there's chart chat about the spectacular No. 2 debut of Major Lazer’s “Cold Water” on the Billboard Hot 100 -- featuring Justin Bieber and MO, Sia’s continued rule at No. 1 with “Cheap Thrills,” and Drake’s unstoppable No. 1 run on the Billboard 200 with "Views." For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 117Donna De Lory & Niki Haris Talk New Album, Memories of Singing With Madonna & Favorite Female Vocalists
The latest Pop Shop Podcast is a special episode dedicated entirely to a discussion about some of our favorite female pop vocalists, and to help us, we’re joined by two very special guest co-hosts (and incredible singers): Donna De Lory and Niki Haris! The ladies rose to prominence in the late 1980s as background singers and dancers for Madonna, and worked with the Queen of Pop for many years. Now, De Lory and Haris are teaming up for their own collaborative album. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 116Meet Ferras and Brayton Bowman, Plus Kimye Vs. Taylor Swift and New Katy & Britney
On the latest episode of Pop Shop Podcast we welcome two rising stars: Ferras and Brayton Bowman! Ferras — who is signed to Katy Perry’s record label — talks about his hot new single “Closer,” and how he became friends with Perry nearly 10 years ago (and what she’s like as a boss). Bowman chats up his latest track, “What’s Really Good” (he’s “pretty f---ing excited” about it), his upcoming EP “22 Minutes Later,” and what advice he got from JoJo on how to define his genre of music. Plus, the Pop Shop team dive into the Kanye West/Taylor Swift/Kim Kardashian saga over the song “Famous,” the latest singles from Katy Perry (“Rise”) and Britney Spears (“Make Me”) how Sia’s “Cheap Thrills” has a pretty good chance at hitting No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 soon and Drake’s latest chart triumphs. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 115Daryl Hall Talks Hall & Oates Tour, Plus Blink-182 Dethrones Drake on Billboard 200
This week we're joined by legendary singer/songwriter Daryl Hall of Hall & Oates, who is currently out on a summer tour with his four-decade-plus bandmate John Oates. Over on the charts, we talk about the brand-new No. 1 on the Billboard 200 following Drake's nine straight weeks up top: Blink-182's California. Also on the Billboard Hot 100, we chat about Fergie's top 40 debut with "M.I.L.F. $," which got a boost from its provocative star-laden video. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 114Hozier Talks 'Better Love' & What's Next, Plus Burning Questions About Britney, Demi & More
This week, we're joined by Hozier, who just returned with his first new music since his self-titled 2014 debut album: the haunting ballad "Better Love" from "The Legend of Tarzan." For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 113Song of the Summer Predictions With Guest Co-Host Dave Holmes
On our 150th episode, we welcome guest co-host Dave Holmes! The writer, comedian and former MTV VJ joins us to discuss his new memoir, “Party of One,” along with our predictions for song of the summer. Plus, we chat about a few of the top songs of previous summers, and some of Holmes’ favorite musical summer memories. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 112Andra Day Talks Breakthrough Year, Plus Chart Jumps for Sia & Kent Jones
On the latest episode of Pop Shop Podcast we welcome special guest Andra Day! During our chat we talk about the “Rise Up” singer’s continued astonishment at her breakthrough year, her thoughts on Hillary Clinton (“I definitely do support her”), the first time she heard herself on the radio, and the first album she bought. Plus, we discuss the new all-star charity cover single of “What the World Needs Now Is Love,” and we have chart updates on Drake, Sia, Kent Jones, Nick Jonas and the "Hamilton" cast recording. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 111Fitz & The Tantrums Frontman Talks New Album; Sia and Rihanna Chart Chat
On the latest episode of the show we welcome Fitz of Fitz & The Tantrums! The frontman of the band stopped by to discuss the group’s new self-titled album, his thoughts on placing their music in TV commercials (you’ve heard their songs a lot in advertisements) and more. Plus, we have chart updates on Sia, Drake, Paul Simon, Shawn Mendes and Rihanna! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 110Fleur East Talks U.S. Debut & ‘Sax’ Single, RedOne Discusses New Music, Tony Awards Preview
Fleur East and RedOne join the Pop Shop Podcast, which also features a preview of the 2016 Tony Awards, reflections on the hosts’ favorite musical theater experiences, the phenomenon that is “Hamilton,” and more. Plus: chart chat about Pink’s latest top 10 single on the Billboard Hot 100, and how Dierks Bentley, Fifth Harmony and The Monkees all secure banner weeks on the Billboard 200 albums chart. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 109Ingrid Michaelson & Sam Tsui Talk New Music, Plus Chart Chat About Fifth Harmony and Ariana Grande
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, two special guests join the show — singer/songwriter Ingrid Michaelson and musician/YouTube phenomenon Sam Tsui! Michaelson talks about her recent video for “Hell No” (which was made entirely with Snapchat) and more, while Tsui talks about his new cover of Meghan Trainor’s “No,” and his upcoming original music. In addition, the Pop Shop team discusses Drake’s continuing rule of the Billboard 200 with his “Views” album and if Fifth Harmony could go all the way to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Work From Home.” For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 108Troye Sivan Talks Upcoming Tour & Teases New Single; Plus: Billboard Music Awards Recap
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, Troye Sivan stops by to discuss his 2016 Billboard Music Awards performance, his upcoming Suburbia Tour, and the next single from his "Blue Neighbourhood" album. Plus, the Pop Shop team recaps their experiences at the Billboard Music Awards — from their favorite performances to highlights from the red carpet and beyond. In addition, there is chart chat about the Billboard 200 albums chart — where Drake and Chance the Rapper both makes waves thanks to the popularity of their albums on streaming services. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 107Billboard Music Awards Preview With Selena Gomez, Plus Justin Timberlake's New Hot 100 No. 1
Our latest show previews the 2016 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), and we’re joined by a two-time finalist this year, Selena Gomez! We caught up with the pop princess to discuss her hot streak on the charts with her Billboard 200 No. 1 album "Revival" and her recently launched world tour. In addition, the Pop Shoppers discuss Justin Timberlake’s new Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 single “Can’t Stop the Feeling,” Radiohead’s latest top 10 album on the Billboard 200, "A Moon Shaped Pool," and much more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 10698 Degrees Pay Us a Visit, Plus Our Favorite Boy Bands & Drake's Double No. 1s
On our latest episode, we're joined by all four members of 98 Degrees for a very special boy-band edition of the Pop Shop Podcast. 98 Degrees are hitting the road this summer on the My2K Tour, joined by fellow TRL mainstays O-Town, Dream and Ryan Cabrera, and they came by the office to chat with Katie and Keith about hitting the road and even played a little game of chart trivia. Also on the show, we discuss Drake's domination of the Billboard charts, landing atop the Billboard 200 albums chart with "Views" and scoring his very first No. 1 as a lead artist on the Billboard Hot 100 with "One Dance." For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 105Cyndi Lauper & Adore Delano Interviews, Plus: Chart Chat About Beyonce, Drake & Prince
Music legend Cyndi Lauper and pop performer Adore Delano are our very special guests on the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast. Lauper called in to discuss her new album “Detour,” which features the artist interpreting classic country tunes with special guests like Vince Gill and Emmylou Harris. Delano dropped by the office to chat about the success of his album “After Party,” his time as a contestant on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” touring and the “sisterhood” of drag performers. Plus, the Pop Shop team chat about oodles of chart news about Beyonce, Prince and Drake! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 104Jackie Evancho Talks Going Pop; Plus Desiigner's No. 1 & Beyonce's 'Lemonade'
On our latest show, we welcome Jackie Evancho, the 16-year-old classical music prodigy who is dipping her toes in the top 40 waters with her debut pop single "Apocalypse." We talked about why she wanted to venture into pop music, which current pop star is her inspiration and what her "music dad" David Foster thinks of her new sound. Also on the new show, Keith and Katie chat about Desiigner's "Panda" clawing its way to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Plus, Beyonce's "Lemonade" visual album has arrived! Will it debut at the top of the Billboard 200? Finally, make sure to check out our bonus podcast this week all about Prince's return to the charts and musical legacy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 103Pop Shop Podcast Celebrates Prince: His Return to the Charts & Musical Legacy
On the show, the Pop Shop team chat about the music icon, who takes over the top of the Billboard 200 albums chart at Nos. 1 and 2 in the wake of his death on April 21. Keith and Katie also discuss some of the memorable tributes that followed his passing (including Bruce Springsteen’s rendition of “Purple Rain”), how Katie recently watched "Purple Rain" for the first time, some of Keith’s favorite Prince albums, and how media outlets are raiding their vaults for old Prince footage (like that incredible MTV Video Music Awards performance of “Gett Off” from 1991). For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 102MAGIC!'s Nasri Talks New Album, Plus Chart Chat About The Lumineers & More
MAGIC!’s Nasri is our very special guest on the latest episode of the Pop Shop Podcast, and the “Rude” hitmaker discusses the band’s new single “Lay You Down Easy” and their upcoming second album “Primary Colors” (out on July 1). In addition, we welcome the return of former Pop Shop Podcast co-host Jason Lipshutz, who stops by to gab about Coachella and the summer music festival season. All that, plus chart chat about The Lumineers, Rihanna, Kanye West, Drake, Desiigner’s surging “Panda” hit, Beyonce’s mysterious “Lemonade” project and more! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 101Trent Harmon Interview; Plus: Kanye West's No. 1 Debut With 'The Life of Pablo'
On this week's episode, we're joined by the latest -- and last? -- "American Idol" winner, Trent Harmon, who came into the office not even 24 hours after he was showered with confetti at Los Angeles' Dolby Theater. Keith and Katie discuss Kanye West debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with "The Life of Pablo" after his very unconventional album rollout, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, the MTV Movie Awards and more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 100Lukas Graham Interview, Zayn's No. 1 Debut, Fifth Harmony Hits the Top 10
On the latest episode of the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we welcome Lukas Graham Forchhammer, the singer/songwriter behind the massive Billboard Hot 100 hit "7 Years" by the band Lukas Graham. Plus, we discuss Zayn's No. 1 debut on the Billboard 200 albums chart with "Mind of Mine" and how Fifth Harmony brings girl groups back to the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time since 2008. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 99Jordan Smith Interview, Plus: Talking All Things 'The Voice' & 'American Idol'
On our latest episode, we welcome the most recent winner of NBC’s “The Voice,” Jordan Smith, and talk about all things relating to singing competitions, like “The Voice” and “American Idol.” The Pop Shop team chat about some of their favorite performers from previous “Idol” seasons, why La’Porsha Renae appears to be on track to win the final season of Idol, and more. Further, they also review how Gwen Stefani (who also happens to be an occasional coach on “The Voice”) earns her first solo No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with “This Is What the Truth Feels Like,” and why she’s now in an exclusive club of chart-toppers. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 98Talking TLC With Chilli, Plus Our Favorite Girl Groups, Rihanna's Double No. 1s & More
On our latest episode, we chat with Chilli from the legendary girl group TLC all about her collaboration with Beachbody on a dance workout and new song "Body" and get an update on TLC's next album. Plus, Keith and Katie run through their favorite girl groups of all time, the top 10 biggest Billboard Hot 100 hits ever by girl groups (No. 1 might surprise you), and how Rihanna doubles up at No. 1 on both the Billboard 200 albums and Billboard Hot 100 songs charts. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 97Alex Newell Interview, Plus: Chart Chatter About Kendrick Lamar & More!
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, we chat with singer Alex Newell about his new EP “Power” and touring with Adam Lambert. Plus, the Pop Shop team discuss Ariana Grande’s guest turn on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” how Kendrick Lamar scored his second No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart in less than a year with his new “Untitled Unmastered,” Mike Posner’s rise to the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “I Took a Pill In Ibiza,” Meghan Trainor’s big debut with “No” and Zendaya’s return to the chart with “Something New.” For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 96RuPaul Interview, Big Chart Debuts for Kelly Clarkson & The 1975
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, we chat with superstar diva RuPaul! The glamazon entertainer talks about his new album Butch Queen, the eighth season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” (which premieres on March 7), his new game show “Gay for Play” (it bows in April) and the return of RuPaul’s Drag Con — the convention for all things drag. In addition, we dive into the big debuts on the Billboard Hot 100 from Kelly Clarkson and Fifth Harmony, and discuss the high arrivals on the Billboard 200 albums chart from The 1975 and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 95Rachel Platten & Max Interviews, Oscars Recap, Adele's Historic No. 1 Reign
On the latest Pop Shop Podcast, we welcome both Rachel Platten and MAX to the show! Platten talks about her just-launched first headlining tour and her incredible breakthrough year courtesy of the smash single “Fight Song,” while MAX chats about his new mohawk-enhanced video for “Holla” and his amazing story of working with Madonna on a Dolce & Gabbana ad campaign. In addition, Keith and Katie chat about the Academy Awards, how Adele’s "25" spends a staggering 10th week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 (and why that’s historic) and how Kelly Clarkson’s “Piece by Piece” is heading for a big debut on the Billboard Hot 100 after her tearful performance on "American Idol." For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 94Troye Sivan Interview, Academy Awards Preview, Favorite Oscar Performances
On the latest episode of the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we welcome pop singer/songwriter Troye Sivan to the show! He talks about his hit single "Youth," his current tour, his hopes of writing with Taylor Swift and Lorde, and much more. Plus, the Pop Shop Podcast team previews the 2016 Academy Awards and discuss who they think will win the best original song trophy, and review some of their favorite Oscar performances of the past. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 93Camila Cabello Interview, Grammy Wrap-Up, Future’s New No. 1
On the latest episode, we welcome pop star Camila Cabello of Fifth Harmony! The singer stopped by the Pop Shop to chat about her top 10-charting Pop Songs hit “I Know What You Did Last Summer” (which she co-wrote and performed with Shawn Mendes), cheering on her friend Taylor Swift at the Grammy Awards, and gives us an update on the next Fifth Harmony album. Also on the show, Keith and Katie recap their experience covering the Grammy Awards and answer burning questions about the Grammys from Pop Shop listeners! All that, plus chatter about Future's third No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 and how Justin Bieber retakes the No. 1 slot on the Billboard Hot 100. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 92Grammy Awards Preview With Josh Groban, Super Bowl Recap, Zayn and Rihanna at No. 1
On the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we preview the 2016 Grammy Awards with our very special guest -- and current Grammy Award nominee -- Josh Groban! The superstar talks about his Grammy nom (for best traditional pop vocal album, for "Stages"), his upcoming tour with Sarah McLachlan and how he'll be hitting the Broadway stage later this year. Plus, Keith and Katie make their predictions for the big four categories at the Grammy Awards and which performances they are looking forward to on the show. In addition, they discuss Beyonce's new single "Formation," the Super Bowl halftime spectacular with Coldplay, Beyonce and Bruno Mars, and new No. 1s for Zayn Malik and Rihanna. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 91Nathan Sykes Talks New Music, Rihanna & Justin Bieber's Big Chart News
Nathan Sykes of The Wanted talks about his upcoming solo debut album, what it's like to transition from a group to a solo career and his new single “Over and Over Again” (with Ariana Grande). Plus: Keith and Katie chat about Rihanna’s big week on the charts (her "Anti" album and “Work” single arrive on multiple tallies), how Justin Bieber replaces himself at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, our experience attending the "Grease: Live!" dress rehearsal, and hanging out at Miguel’s The Wildheart Motel art installation/performance. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 90JoJo Talks New Album, Justin Bieber Rules Top Two on Hot 100
Pop singer JoJo discusses her upcoming full-length album (her first in a decade), her emotional video for "Save My Soul," her awesome Twitter relationship with fans and a possible duet with Tori Kelly. Plus, Keith and Katie discuss Panic! at the Disco's first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart, how Justin Bieber has taken over the top two positions on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart, and Katie's experience at the opening night of Jennifer Lopez's All I Have residency show in Las Vegas. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 89Olivia Newton-John Interview, Oscar Noms Talk, Favorite Movie Musicals
On a special movies-and-musicals edition of the Pop Shop Podcast, we welcome Olivia Newton-John to the show! She discusses her concert residency show in Las Vegas, the enduring popularity of “Grease,” her thoughts on Fox TV’s upcoming live staging of the musical (and if she was invited to participate in the production) and much more. Plus: Keith and Katie chat about the 88th Academy Awards nominations, who got left out of the Oscar party and their favorite movie musicals. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 88David Bowie Remembered, Justin Bieber Hits No. 1 on the Hot 100, Gaga Wins a Globe
On the latest episode, we remember the late music legend David Bowie, who died on Jan. 10 at 69 years old. Plus, the Pop Shop team discusses Justin Bieber’s second No. 1 single on the Billboard Hot 100, “Sorry,” which bumps Adele’s “Hello” from the top slot. In addition, there’s chatter about Lady Gaga’s win at the Golden Globes, and the elite company she now keeps among performers who have earned a No. 1 single on the Billboard Hot 100 and a Golden Globe Award for acting. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 87Pop Shop Podcast 1/5/16: Music Hopes for 2016 (Taylor Swift! Frank Ocean!), Twenty One Pilots’ Big Chart Gains
On the latest episode, we welcome Time’s deputy culture editor Sam Lansky as a guest co-host. Keith, Katie and Sam talk about a variety of acts that see big gains on the charts in the week after Christmas – including Twenty One Pilots, who fly into the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time. The team also discuss their pop wishes for 2016, including hopes for Taylor Swift and Frank Ocean. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 86Andy Grammer Interview, Year-End Ask the Pop Shop Spectacular
We close out 2015 with a year-end “Ask the Pop Shop” spectacular where we take listener questions about such acts as Mariah Carey and Kylie Minogue. Plus, we have interviews with singer/songwriter Andy Grammer and fellow podcast host Charlie Harding of Switched on Pop. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices