Quarantined in his family’s music room, musician Jacob Collier has been remarkably productive. Known for his polymathic musical talents, Collier has used this time to reflect on, and release new music. His latest song “All I Need,” was created with new technology that let him record remotely with his collaborators Mahalia and Ty Dolla $ign. The song is uplif ... Show More
Aug 19
All roads lead to Pharrell: Tyler, Clipse, and Cardi
The conversation around the new music this summer has been a dour one. Some of the biggest songs in the country right now are downtempo stomp-clap anthems and wistful Cranberries pastiche. Even on this very show, Nate and Charlie have asked: where's the fun? As it turns out, the ... Show More
52m 36s
Aug 12
A brief history of terrible lyrics (with Sam Sanders)
Why do bad lyrics happen to good people? From "suckin' on a chili dog" to "making love to his tonic and gin," even the biggest hits from our favorite artists can feature lyrical turns that make us feel quizzical, offended, or even downright nauseated. With the help of Sam Sanders ... Show More
43m 5s
Oct 2021
143 - In Conversation with Jacob Collier - Raising the Bar
A Grammy-winning vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Jacob Collier became an internet sensation in the early 2010s with his split-screen cover version of Stevie Wonder’s Isn’t She Lovely, in which multiple Colliers appear in intricate a cappella harmonies. Since then, Jacob has s ... Show More
1h 18m
Dec 2021
Darren Criss Talks Eclectic Holiday Album 'A Very Darren Crissmas' - 'It Had To Be Very Very Very Me'
Darren Criss guest stars on the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast for a deep discussion about his first holiday album, A Very Darren Crissmas! The entertainer talks about the inspiration behind the album, why it’s such a personal project to him, and how he put a new spin on some unlikel ... Show More
59m 13s