Pop Shop Podcast

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.

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Music Commentary
Music Interviews
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Jason Derulo Talks 'Everything Is 4' & Stevie W...
Jason Derulo makes his Pop Shop Podcast debut to discuss his new album "Everything is 4," recording with Stevie Wonder, his upcoming tour and more. Before that, Jason and Keith set the charts aside for another edition of Ask The Pop Shop! The guys take on questions about Tidal, Ashlee Simpson, Adele, guest features, “Uptown Funk!,” the future of streaming, the dominance of younger artists and much more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
48 min
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Jess Glynne Discusses Debut Album, "See You Aga...
Jess Glynne, the Grammy-winning voice of Clean Bandit’s “Rather Be,” stops by the Pop Shop Podcast this week to discuss her debut album, overcoming heartbreak and her love of soccer and horseback riding. Before that, Jason and Keith talk about “See You Again” bumping “Bad Blood” out of No. 1; Hot 100 moves from The Weeknd, OMI, Shawn Mendes and Shaggy; A$AP Rocky collecting his second No. 1 album; next week’s battle between Florence + The Machine and Jason Derulo. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
51 min
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Bea Miller Interview, Taylor Swift’s ‘Bad Blood...
Bea Miller stops by to talk about her upcoming debut album, summer tour with Fifth Harmony, social media and much more. The guys also discuss Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood” rocketing to No. 1 on the Hot 100 chart, Nicki Minaj entering the Top 10 on David Guetta’s “Hey Mama” and the Top 40 with her Beyonce collaboration “Feeling Myself,” and new Hot 100 entries from Pitbull, Luke Bryan and Jessie J. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
43 min
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Songs of Summer 2015 Predictions! Taylor Swift,...
A Songs of the Summer 2015 debate rages on this week's episode, with Jason and Keith giving their predictions for what will comprise the Top 5 of this year’s Song of the Summer chart. The guys talk about songs by Jason Derulo, Wiz Khalifa & Charlie Puth, Maroon 5, Taylor Swift, Skrillex/Diplo featuring Justin Bieber, and many more! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
49 min
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Billboard Music Awards Recap: Taylor Swift, Fif...
The guys share a ton of 2015 Billboard Music Awards behind-the-scenes action on this special Pop Shop Podcast, from Keith talking to One Direction to the vibe during Kanye West's messy closing performance to red carpet chats with Iggy Azalea, Meghan Trainor, Ed Sheeran and many more. The guys also break down the best performances of the evening -- including Tori Kelly, Wiz Khalifa, Britney Spears and Iggy Azalea and Mariah Carey -- and (try to) answer some of the biggest questions about the ceremony, including a big one about Fifth Harmony. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
45 min
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Zedd Talks 'True Colors' & Working with Selena ...
Zedd stops by to discuss his new album "True Colors," his upcoming arena tour, working with Selena Gomez on “I Want You To Know” and being in tabloids for the first time. Before that, Jason and Keith preview the 2015 Billboard Music Awards; Taylor Swift’s star-packed music video for “Bad Blood”; Britney Spears and Iggy Azalea’s “Pretty Girls,” which debuts on the Hot 100 (and may see a bump next week); Mumford & Sons hitting No. 1 on the albums chart; and "American Idol" going off the air next year. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
50 min
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Britney Spears & Iggy Azalea’s ‘Pretty Girls’ B...
Jason and Keith discuss Britney Spears & Iggy Azalea’s new collaboration “Pretty Girls” with special guest Bradley Stern, editor-in-chief of PopCrush: the song's pluses and minuses, who needs “Pretty Girls” to be a hit more, how “Pretty Girls” will debut on the charts and Britney’s all-time best collaborations. The guys also discuss Fetty Wap’s “Trap Queen” moving up to No. 2 on the Hot 100, T-Wayne entering the Top 10, the Met Gala and the Madonna/Gaga feud ending, and One Direction and the Zayn/Louis feud beginning. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
44 min
533
Nathan Sykes Interview, Alabama Shakes, Mariah ...
Nathan Sykes stops by to discuss his first solo project, the bittersweet feeling of moving forward from the Wanted and the possibility of the U.K. boy band reuniting. The guys also talk about Alabama Shakes’ first No. 1 album, the state of general album sales in 2015, a new Top 10 hit for Jason Derulo, the Top 20 bow of T-Wayne, Mariah Carey’s new single “Infinity” and Adam Lambert’s new video for “Ghost Town." For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
43 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 4/23/15: Adam Lambert Intervie...
Adam Lambert stops by the podcast to discuss his new “existential dance goth rave” single “Ghost Town,” contemplating (and ultimately rejecting) an 80’s covers album, finding his new sound in Sweden and why his new album will offer “something for everybody.” Jason and Keith also chat about Shawn Mendes scoring his first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart; another week at “See You Again” atop the Hot 100 chart; Rihanna Watch on the Hot 100; and Ariana Grande’s breakup with Big Sean, with some (unsolicited) advice for her next album. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
47 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 4/16/15: ‘Furious 7,’ Shawn Me...
Jason and Keith break down the rise of 'Furious 7' on the albums and singles charts, with “See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth ending the Hot 100 reign of “Uptown Funk!” and the soundtrack hitting No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. The guys also discuss Drake’s controversial Madonna smooch at Coachella, Shawn Mendes’ album Handwritten, some highlights of this weekend’s Record Store Day, and Mariah Carey’s upcoming Las Vegas residency and charts-based greatest hits album. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
43 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 4/13/15: Coachella Special Epi...
On this special edition of the Pop Shop Podcast, Jason reports from Palm Springs, Calif. on the 2015 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival with special guest co-host Ryn Weaver! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
29 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 4/9/15: Jessie Ware Interview,...
Jessie Ware stops by the Pop Shop Podcast to discuss her ongoing tour, blurring the lines between pop and indie, a crazy fan interaction and some of her favorite TV shows on the road. Before that, Jason and Keith discuss the 2015 Billboard Music Awards finalists; another record-setting week for Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars' "Uptown Funk!" on the Hot 100 chart; the huge success of the Furious 7 soundtrack; and a check-in on the radio performance of Rihanna's new single. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
41 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 4/2/15: Rihanna, Natalie La Ro...
Natalie La Rose stops by to discuss her debut single “Somebody” featuring Jeremih, and before that, Jason and Keith discuss “Uptown Funk!” scoring its 13th week atop the Hot 100; Rihanna’s new single, “Bitch Better Have My Money”; the launch of TIDAL and how it will impact the Billboard charts; and Zayn Malik’s first solo music following his split from One Direction. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
49 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 3/26/15: Brandon Flowers Inter...
The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers stops by the Pop Shop Podcast to discuss his new single “Can’t Deny My Love,” his upcoming solo record and destructive approach to creating a new sound for himself. Before that, Jason and Keith pour one out for Zayn Malik, who officially left One Direction; the guys talk about why this was the right move for the group, other pop acts that have survived after losing one member, and whether or not this was due to band friction. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
36 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 3/19/15: ‘Empire’ vs. Madonna,...
Jason and Keith discuss the showdown between the Empire season 1 soundtrack and Madonna’s Rebel Heart album on the Billboard 200 chart; Kendrick Lamar’s thrilling new album To Pimp A Butterfly; new Top 10 hits from Sam Smith and Fetty Wap; the Hot 100 debuts of new songs from Mumford & Sons and Jason Derulo; and the X Factor New Zealand debacle, starring Natalia Kills and Willy Moon. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
39 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 3/12/15: Madonna’s Album, Robi...
On this week’s episode, the guys discuss Madonna’s just-released new album "Rebel Heart" — the best songs, the overall mood, the potential singles and possibility of going No. 1 on next week’s Billboard 200 albums chart. Jason and Keith also tackle the surprising verdict in the “Blurred Lines” trial, Iggy Azalea’s tour postponement, and chart hits from Ed Sheeran, Kanye West, Carly Rae Jepsen and the "Empire" cast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
44 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 3/5/15: Carly Rae Jepsen Inter...
On this week’s episode, Carly Rae Jepsen stops by to discuss her new single “I Really Like You,” following up “Call Me Maybe” and more. Before that, Jason and Keith discuss Pitbull and Ne-Yo’s new Top 10 single “Time Of Our Lives,” Selena Gomez and Zedd debuting in the Top 20 of the Hot 100 with “I Want You To Know,” the growing chart success of Fox’s hit drama "Empire," Big Sean’s first No. 1 album and much more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
43 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 2/26/15: Tori Kelly Interview,...
Tori Kelly is this week’s Pop Shop Podcast guest, and the promising pop singer-songwriter discusses her new single “Nobody Love,” working with Max Martin and more. Before that, Jason and Keith discuss Lady Gaga’s buzzed-about performance at the Oscars, Imagine Dragons’ No. 1 album debut, the Weeknd crashing the Top 10 of the Hot 100 for the first time as a solo artist and “Uptown Funk’s” Hot 100 dominance. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
43 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 2/19/15: Ask The Pop Shop, Dra...
Jason and Keith hold another session of ‘Ask The Pop Shop,’ answering Twitter questions about Madonna’s next album, Taylor Swift’s chart dominance, Ed Sheeran’s chances of hitting No. 1 and much more. Before that, the guys discuss the surprise release — and huge chart debut — of Drake’s new for-sale mixtape; the Fifty Shades of Grey soundtrack’s success; Taylor Swift’s “Style” reaching the Top 10 of the Hot 100; post-Grammy sales bumps for Sam Smith and Beck; and more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
48 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 2/12/15: Cody Simpson Intervie...
The guys welcome special guest Cody Simpson, the teen pop heartthrob who discusses his change in musical direction, the status of his collaborative album with Justin Bieber and why he’s glad he hasn’t scored a Top 5 hit yet. Before that, Keith and Jason dive into the charts, including Taylor Swift’s continued reign on the albums tally, Sam Smith’s chances of finally going No. 1 with In The Lonely Hour, “FourFiveSeconds” striding into the Top 10 of the Hot 100, Ellie Goulding’s new Top 10 hit, and Missy Elliott’s triumphant return to the Hot 100. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
37 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 2/9/15: 2015 Grammys Recap
The guys talk about Beck's surprising album of the year win, and Beyonce's snub in the category; Sam Smith's triumph in three of the four major categories; performances from Madonna, Kanye West, Miranda Lambert, Katy Perry, Sia, AC/DC and many others; and their red carpet experiences chatting with Sam Smith, HAIM, Rick Ross, Charli XCX and more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
57 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 2/5/15: Grammys Preview with N...
Jason and Keith are joined by not one but two musical legends — Nile Rodgers and Annie Lennox — for a preview of the 57th annual Grammy Awards! Nile co-hosts the extra-long episode and discusses the creation of the just-announced new Chic album, hitting the studio with Lady Gaga and Diane Warren, jamming with Flea and much more. Then Nile helps Jason and Keith make their predictions for the four major Grammys categories this year. And before the conclusion of the show, Annie Lennox (who is performing at this year’s Grammys alongside Hozier) stopped by the Pop Shop Podcast to chat with Keith about her new music, the upcoming Grammys, Hozier’s vocal power and more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
72 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 1/29/15: Olly Murs Interview, ...
U.K. pop phenom Olly Murs stops by to discuss his upcoming album "Never Been Better," his love of Las Vegas and Sam Smith’s comments about reality TV competitions. Before that, Jason and Keith have a ton to discuss, including Katy Perry’s Super Bowl halftime show, Rihanna’s Hot 100 return with “FourFiveSeconds,” Fall Out Boy’s impressive No. 1 album launch and more! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
44 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 1/22/15: Dawn Richard Intervie...
Dawn Richard stops by to discuss her daring new album "Blackheart," leaving Danity Kane, going totally independent and her nearly finished next album. Before that, Keith and Jason discuss Meghan Trainor’s impressive No. 1 album debut this week, Fall Out Boy’s new album, Ed Sheeran’s highest-charting Hot 100 hit “Thinking Out Loud,” new Hot 100 hits by Maroon 5 and Sia, and the debut of Kelly Clarkson’s “Heartbeat Song” on the charts. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
35 min
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Pop Shop Podcast 1/15/15: Tyler Oakley Co-Hosts...
On this week’s extra-long episode, Jason and Keith are joined by a very special guest: Internet sensation and pop culture personality Tyler Oakley! The guys chat about what lies ahead for Tyler’s career, then switch over to music for a full 2015 pop preview to talk about Rihanna, One Direction, Adele, Madonna, Justin Bieber, 5SOS, Lady Gaga and many more high-profile projects. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
60 min