Music Popcast

Nov 01 2024 500 ep. 53 mins 68
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New York Times music critics Jon Pareles, Ben Ratliff, Jon Caramanica and Nate Chinen talk each week about the latest pop music news, the top songs, the best albums, the biggest stars — and the up and coming stars you haven't heard of yet.

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503: Yeat’s Chart Topper and Rage Rap’s New Wave

Nov 01 2024 52 mins  
A conversation about the mysterious rapper’s rise and the impact of hip-hop’s splintering. Guest: Joe Coscarelli. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

502: Chappell Roan’s Rocket-Ship Year

Oct 21 2024 49 mins  
The pop star’s ascent has tested the boundaries of contemporary pop, and may create a template for a next generation. Guest: Teen Vogue's P. Claire Dodson.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

501: It’s Touring Season: Chappell, Sabrina and Mk.gee Hit the Stage

Oct 11 2024 64 mins  
A roundup of some of the biggest and most impactful shows on the road this fall, and how live performances can shift the audience’s perception of an artist. Guest: Joe Coscarelli. Soon, you’ll need a subscription to keep full access to this show, and to other New York Times podcasts, on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Don’t miss out on exploring all of our shows, featuring everyt

500: P. Diddy

Oct 05 2024
Soon, you’ll need a subscription to keep full access to this show, and to other New York Times podcasts, on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Don’t miss out on exploring all of our shows, featuring everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts.

499: John Summit Interview! Accountant Turned EDM Superstar on Texting Exes & Not Getting Into Clubs

Sep 25 2024 58 mins  
The dance music superstar and former accountant John Summit speaks on the return of EDM and his rise, from spinning at underground parties to headlining Madison Square Garden and festivals around the world.

498: How Trump and Harris Are Courting Pop Stars (Very Differently)

Sep 19 2024 42 mins  
A discussion about the ways in which musicians and social media stars, both mainstream and more obscure, have figured into the current presidential campaign.

497: Kendrick Lamar at the Super Bowl, Sabrina Carpenter on Top

Sep 11 2024 71 mins  
Plus: A conversation about the career of Rich Homie Quan, who died last week.

496: 21 Questions With Action Bronson (Deluxe)

Aug 15 2024 31 mins  
The rapper and gourmand answers our rapid-fire questionnaire covering the music of his childhood, how he manages stress, his go-to bodega order and more.

495: Who Is Eminem for in 2024?

Jul 27 2024 63 mins  
A conversation about the Detroit rapper’s long and unlikely career as his 12th studio album reaches No. 1. Guests: Jayson Buford and Rob Markman.

494: We Ranked Every Taylor Swift Album! (Deluxe)

Jul 17 2024 107 mins  
Two longtime chroniclers of Swift’s career list their favorites — and least favorites — of the singer’s 11 original studio albums so far.