Pop Shop Podcast

On this week’s episode, Jason discusses his experience at the 2014 iHeartRadio Music Festival, which included performances from Taylor Swift, Coldplay, Nicki Minaj, Usher, One Direction and more. Jason and Keith also chat about the Year of the Booty following the Top 20 debut of Jennifer Lopez and Iggy Azalea’s “Booty” collaboration, and break down Barbra Streisand’s No. 1 album debut; early forec...

This week’s episode is a comprehensive preview of fall’s biggest album releases, as Jason and Keith are joined by Billboard staffers Harley Brown, Steven Horowitz and Megan Buerger. The roundtable discusses what we can hope for from Taylor Swift’s 1989 album, Nicki Minaj’s trending-upward stock before The Pinkprint’s release, whether or not One Direction’s Four is their last big hurrah, and how ro...

The guys welcome Nick & Knight, the new duo composed of Backstreet Boys’ Nick Carter and New Kids on the Block’s Jordan Knight, who discuss their first collaborative project, upcoming tour and their favorite songs from each other’s boy bands. Jason and Keith also break down U2’s surprise, free album release at the Apple event; Meghan Trainor’s “All About That Bass” hitting No. 1 on the Hot 100; Ma...

This week's podcast features an interview with Martin Kierszenbaum, the head of Cherrytree Records and the recording artist Cherry Cherry Boom Boom; the veteran record executive discusses his work on Madonna's hotly anticipated next project, among other things. Jason and Keith also discuss Ariana Grande's sophomore album My Everything hitting No. 1; Iggy Azalea's "Fancy" being named Song of the Su...

On this week's podcast, Jason and Keith break down Taylor Swift's triumphant No. 1 debut on the Hot 100 chart: how "Shake It Off" made it happen, why debuting atop the Hot 100 chart is so rare, and whether or not the single's run at No. 1 can continue for multiple weeks. Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj's "Anaconda" has slithered to No. 2 on the Hot 100 -- can the single reach the heights of "Super Bass" or...

Jason and Keith chat for a special Monday podcast to discuss the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards, including the best performances, most memorable onstage moments and Keith's experience on the red carpet. The guys talk about Beyonce's stunning finale, Taylor Swift's debut of "Shake It Off," the wacky Jessie/Ariana/Nicki opening, Sam Smith's somber performance, Miley Cyrus' video of the year acceptance...

On this week's episode, Robyn & Royksopp stop by the show to talk about their collaborative "mini-album" release "Do It Again," as well as their current tour and the individual projects they have in the works (Robyn is working on a new EP, and Royksopp has a new album out in November!). Jason and Keith also discuss Taylor Swift's "Shake It Off," her new pop sound and whether or not the single coul...

On this week's episode, "All About That Bass" star Meghan Trainor opens up about her surprise Hot 100 smash, becoming a role model, her own body image issues and what fans can expect from her debut album. Jason and Keith also discuss this month's Hot 100 songs to watch -- the singles that are slowly creeping up the chart, and could become inescapable soon -- from Tove Lo, Jeremih, Katy Perry, Bobb...

On this week's episode, Jessie J stops by the Pop Shop Podcast to discuss the making of her new Top 10 hit "Bang Bang," including why she, Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj form the ultimate "girl band" even though they hadn't met when the song was released; the U.K. singer also performs an acoustic version of "Bang Bang" exclusively on the Pop Shop Podcast! Jason and Keith also discuss Iggy Azalea's...

On this special episode, Jason once again flies solo and hosts live from Lollapalooza 2014 alongside Billboard.com editors Tye Comer and Denise Warner. The trio chats about Eminem's headlining set and guest star Rihanna; the madness of Iggy Azalea's Lollapalooza crowd; chatting backstage with Lorde; Outkast's much-improved headlining shows, and more. For information regarding your data privacy, vi...

Hilary Duff is this week's special Pop Shop Podcast guest, and the pop star gets personal about why she left her singing career behind, what fans can expect from her new music and what it was like working with her current musical idol, Ed Sheeran. Before that, Jason and Keith celebrate pop music's "Australia" week" by discussing 5 Seconds of Summer's huge debut atop the Billboard 200 chart, and Si...

This week's special guest is Bleachers mastermind/fun. guitarist Jack Antonoff, who talks about his new album "Strange Desire," how a solo album sprouted from fun.'s last world tour, the quiet sadness of "I Wanna Get Better" and what the future holds for fun. and Bleachers. Jason and Keith also discuss the surprisingly strong sales debut of "Weird Al" Yankovic's "Mandatory Fun" album; the impendin...

On this week's episode, special guests Fifth Harmony join the Pop Shop Podcast to discuss their new single "Bo$$," which debuts on this week's Hot 100 chart, as well as their upcoming debut album, new choreography and why they don't watch YouTube videos of their "X Factor" performances. Jason and Keith also discuss the rise of MAGIC!'s "Rude" to the top of the Hot 100 chart, and what finally pushe...

This week's special guest is 15-year-old Vine star Shawn Mendes, who announced his mainstream arrival when his debut single "Life of the Party" rocketed to No. 24 on the Hot 100 chart in its first week. Jason and Keith also talked about Trey Songz's No. 1 album debut; Sia's "1000 Forms of Fear"; Hot 100 moves by Ariana Grande, 5 Seconds of Summer, Charli XCX and Maroon 5; and an awesome chart stat...

On this week's episode, Jason and Keith discuss Robin Thicke's confusing new album "Paula," Ed Sheeran's No. 1 debut and Sam Smith's "In The Lonely Hour" holding at No. 2, impressive chart starts for G-Eazy and Shawn Mendes, and a pop news roundup with Charli XCX, Ariana Grande, Jessie J and Nicki Minaj. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad...

On this week's episode, Jason and Keith discuss the No. 1 debut of Lana Del Rey's "Ultraviolence," and what her lack of high-profile promotion means for pop; Ed Sheeran's projected sales debut for "x" and his ascendance to pop stardom; Maroon 5's Top 20 debut on the Hot 100 chart; and World Cup songs from Shakira, Pitbull and Santana. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/pr...

Jason and Keith discuss Jack White's No. 1 debut and record-setting vinyl sales; Iggy Azalea's "Fancy" run at No. 1, and if there's a song coming that could knock it out of the top spot; the projected sales successes of Lana Del Rey's "Ultraviolence" and Sam Smith's "In The Lonely Hour"; and what exactly went wrong with Jennifer Lopez's "A.K.A." album. Plus, the podcast welcomes special guests The...

On this special episode, Jason flies solo and hosts live from Bonnaroo 2014 alongside Billboard.com editorial assistant Chris Payne, Billboard social/streaming charts manager William Gruger and their folk-loving pal Patrick to discuss the festival live from Manchester, Tennessee. The guys talk about Kanye West's polarizing headlining set, Lionel Richie's triumphant performance, the epic Skrillex S...

On this week's special episode, Jason and Keith host another "Ask The Pop Shop" session of answering listener questions about the chart world and pop music. How exactly is the Hot 100 put together? Will Demi Lovato's new single "Really Don't Care" become a hit? Is Katy Perry's "Birthday" underperforming? What's the best source for global sales stats? Should Lady Gaga release another single off of...