Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam, mononymously known as Akon, is a Senegalese-American singer, record producer, and entrepreneur. He emerged as an influential figure in modern world music in 2004 with the release of his debut album "Trouble", which featured hits like "Locked Up" and "Lonely". Akon's subsequent albums solidified ... Show More
Nov 2022
Ep297 - Weird Al Yankovic | Mandatory Fun
Weird Al Yankovic visits Google to discuss his new album "Mandatory Fun." He is best known for creating comedy songs that make light of pop culture and often parody specific songs by world-renown artists such as Michael Jackson, Lady Gaga, Queen, and many more. Since having a com ... Show More
38m 38s
Jan 2025
Bad Bunny Dominates Billboard 200 with Latest Release, Solidifying Global Superstar Status
Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican singer and global phenomenon, has made headlines again by securing the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart with his latest release, "DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS." This achievement is particularly significant as it comes amid strong competition from Taylor S ... Show More
2m 41s
Feb 2025
The Umbrella Effect: How Rihanna’s Breakout Hit Changed Pop Music Forever
In 2007, a 19-year-old Barbadian pop singer released the lead single off her third album. By doing so, she didn't just give us a timeless, undeniable banger -- she changed the way pop music is made, and became the global superstar that we know Rihanna to be today. In this episode ... Show More
37m 24s
Aug 2024
But What About Pop Boy Summer? | Every Single Album
In a spring and summer that has been dominated by female artists, Nora and Nathan talk about some of the male artists that have managed to break through on the charts: Post Malone, Zach Bryan, and Eminem. They discuss Post Malone's forthcoming country album and what it tells us a ... Show More
1h 20m
Aug 2023
Clinton Sparks. What It Means To Win In The Music Business. Episode 618 with The Real Brad Lea (TRBL)
Clinton is an entrepreneur, investor, executive, author, committed father and husband and leading-edge innovator when it comes to integrating culture, collaboration, and cross-platform marketing. He is also known to many as a Grammy nominated, multi-platinum DJ, Producer and Song ... Show More
1h 23m
Oct 2024
#399: 13 Deaths Around Diddy: 9 Victims of City College Incident, Tupac & Biggie, Kim Porter, and more
In September 2024, Eminem released a new song - the lyrics read:“I’m like a R-A-P-E-R Got so many SAs Wait He didn’t just spell the word rapper and leave out a P-Didhe?RIP, rest in peace Biggie and Pac Both of y’all should be living Cause he might put a hit on me like - Keefe D g ... Show More
2h 11m
Apr 5
Bad Bunny's Rise to Global Stardom: Blending Genres, Challenging Norms, and Dominating the Music Scene
Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is a Puerto Rican singer and rapper who has rapidly become one of the most influential artists in the global music scene. Known for his distinctive style and genre-blending music, Bad Bunny has achieved international fame with his c ... Show More
3m 34s
Jun 2024
Ep456 - benny blanco | Open Wide
benny blanco visits Google to discuss his cookbook “Open Wide: A Cookbook for Friends,” where he teaches you everything you need to know about cooking, enjoying life, and throwing the greatest dinner party of all time. benny has contributed to the sale of hundreds of millions of ... Show More
1h 2m
Sep 2024
Bad Bunny: The Eclectic Puerto Rican Sensation Reshaping Global Music
Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio on March 10, 1994, is a Puerto Rican singer, rapper, and songwriter who has gained international acclaim for his eclectic music style and charismatic stage presence. Known for blending reggaeton with other genres such as Latin trap, ... Show More
2m 32s