Nicki Minaj is one of the most unique rappers of all time. She’s given us numerous iconic guest verses from “Monster” to “Flawless (Remix),” everlasting hits like “Super Bass” and “Starships,” and legions of loyal fans in the Barbz. She’s also given us over twenty alter-egos in the course of her career. However, no alter-ego of hers has been more impactful t ... Show More
Mar 17
Jacob Collier can make anyone sing
Jacob Collier is a rare musician: an expert in so many musical languages (western harmony, negative harmony, microtonalism) and a phenomenal communicator about music. He's something like an Ambassador for Music, traveling the world and getting thousands of people, musicians and n ... Show More
55m 2s
Mar 10
Harry Styles loses himself to dance
The dance floor is where Harry Styles does his therapy, and this album is the session notes. Four years after Harry's House, Styles returns with Kiss All the Time, Disco Occasionally, a record built from minimal ingredients: live drums, Moog bass, nylon guitar, and synth sequence ... Show More
43m 38s
Mar 3
Can Bruno Mars counterprogram his way to another hit album?
Bruno Mars is back with a new album called The Romantic, his first solo release since 2016’s 24k Magic. At first listen, the lead single, “I Just Might,” sounds like an outtake from 2021’s collaborative album with Anderson Paak, the Philly soul-inspired An Evening with Silk Sonic ... Show More
44m 52s
Mar 2022
'A Conversation with Nicki Minaj and Joe Budden'
For this interview, Joe is joined by a special Friend of the Show: the one and only Queen's finest, Nicki Minaj. The two would go over the earliest moments and catch up on the latest journeys in Nicki's career; from rapping with the best of them to creating her fashion line, it's ... Show More
1h 45m
May 2021
Why Nicki Minaj is Key in the Music Industry + Collab with Rihanna & Beyoncé ?
What’s up legendaries, it’s Ameenha Lee. In this podcast episode, I discuss the evolution of Nicki Minaj. Known as the “ Queen of Rap,” Nicki Minaj has pushed barriers in multiple industries. This includes fashion, beauty, and beyond. In addition, what can the world expect Nicki ... Show More
5m 8s
Jul 2020
Shoe Drama: Nicki Minaj vs. Cardi B
For much of the 2010s, Nicki Minaj was the most successful female rapper on the planet, selling more albums than any woman in hip-hop ever. But then a former exotic dancer, reality show star, and political science major named Cardi B exploded on the scene, stealing much of Minaj' ... Show More
57m 12s
Mar 2021
Cardi B’s “Bodak Yellow” Becomes Certified Diamond + Saweetie Receives Hate from Nicki Minaj Fans
What’s up legendaries, this podcast episode is all about female rap. First, I discuss my thoughts about Cardi B becoming the first female rapper to have a diamond certified song. Secondly, I discuss my thoughts about Saweetie receiving hate from Nicki Minaj fans. If you guys don’ ... Show More
8m 38s
Sep 2023
Sept 1 - Miley Cyrus Reflects On Past, New Music From Nicki Minaj, SEVENTEEN & NKOTB & More
It’s Friday and we have a ton of new music picks for you today! Doja Cat’s new track “Demons,” Nicki Minaj dropped the lead single off of ‘Pink Friday 2,’ SEVENTEEN and NKOTB have come together for an iconic boy band collab and more! During Miley Cyrus’ “Used to Be Young” TikTok ... Show More
10m 24s
Billboard staffers discuss Nicki Minaj's "Barbie Tingz," Cardi B's "I Like It," Drake's "Nice for What," Kylie Minogue's "Raining Glitter," 5 Seconds of Summer's "Youngblood," and Florence + the Machine's "Sky Full of Song." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informati ... Show More