Aug 2019

Taylor Swift, Brockhampton, Sleater-Kinney, Jorja Smith, Miley & More

Billboard staffers discuss Taylor Swift's "Lover," Brockhampton's "Boy Bye," Sleater-Kinney's "Reach Out," Miley Cyrus' "Slide Away" and Jorja Smith's "Be Honest" ft. Burna Boy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

41m 59s

Aug 2019

Beyonce, Whitney Houston & Kygo, Noah Cyrus, Haim and More

Billboard staffers talk Beyonce's 'The Lion King: The Gift,' Whitney Houston & Kygo's "Higher Love," Noah Cyrus' "July," Haim's "Summer Girl," ShooterGang Kony's "Charlie" and Charli XCX and Christine and the Queens' "Gone." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa ... Show More

36m 24s

Jun 2019

Madonna's 'Madame X,' Monsta X ft. French Montana, Free Nationals ft. Mac Miller & Kali Uchis and More

Billboard staffers discuss Madonna's "Dark Ballet" and "God Control" from Madame X, Free Nationals' "Time" ft. Mac Miller and Kali Uchis, Monsta X's "Who Do U Love" ft. French Montana, Bastille's "Another Place" and Shura's "religion (u can lay your hands on me)." Hosted on Acast ... Show More

35m 12s

Jul 2018

What is 2018’s Song of the Summer?

From Drake to Kacey Musgraves, we evaluate the candidates for the defining song of summer 2018. Rolling Stone’s Sarah Grant, Brendan Klinkenberg and Simon-Vozick-Levinson join host Brian Hiatt to discuss Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

41m 49s

Sep 2018

Drake vs Drake

Drake, per usual, has been inescapable this summer. "In My Feelings" and "Nice For What" top the charts, but there's depth to these bangers. We argue for hearing one as a meditation on fragile masculinity, the other as a paean to NOLA Bounce. Continue the conversation with us on ... Show More

42m 20s

Jul 2025

Song Of The Summer

Last year was Brat summer and saw the rise of Chappell Roan, Shaboozey, and Sabrina Carpenter. But is there a song of the summer for 2025? Today we're talking about the competing songs of this summer from Justin Bieber, Morgan Wallen, KPop Demon Hunters, PinkPantheress, and more. ... Show More

23m 40s

Aug 2020

Songs of the Summer of Our Discontent

By this time of year, there’s usually consensus around what the “Song of the Summer” is. But 2020 isn’t like any other summer in so many ways, including the pop charts. The Billboard Hot 100 has been all over the place for the past several months, with a new artist rising to the ... Show More

29m 19s

Jul 2020

Song of Summer 2020: TikTok Jams, Protest Anthems, Breezy Bops & Bummer Bangers

The 2020 song of summer competition is underway. We asked you for your favorite songs and put them in a head-to-head tournament. Find out which is the song for this very unusual summer. ROUND 1 - TikTok Jams SAINt JHN - "Roses" Imanbek Remix Megan Thee Stallion - Savage Remix (Fe ... Show More

40m 48s

Jun 2024

Best Songs for Summer 2024

In this episode we’re speaking about songs that are perfect to listen to this summer. Some of our recommendations include tracks by Kaytranada, Tems, Redveil and more. - LIVE ALBUM REACTIONS <a href="⁠https://go.nfrpodcast.com/Patreon⁠" ta ... Show More

35m 24s

May 2023

Best Music for the Summer

Summer is upon us and we felt like it was the perfect time to discuss the best songs and albums for this season. Check out our New Playlist on Spotify: <a href="https://go.nfrpodcast.com/SpotifyPlaylist" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https ... Show More

42m 23s

Jun 2025

Songs for Summer 2025

In this episode, we brought in different hip-hop, dance & R&B songs that are perfect to play this summer. Our lists include songs such as Can’t Get Enough by J. Cole, Favorite Lie by Lil Tecca, Banana Clip by Miguel and more.-List of Songs Discussed •Can’t Get Enough by J. Cole•F ... Show More

34m 42s

Aug 2014

Songs of the Summer

Jon Caramanica and Ben Ratliff discuss some of the most popular songs of the summer. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher ... Show More

29m 9s

Song of the Summer 2018: Drake, Cardi B,...