Podcasts by Chart Beat

Hit Writer Tayla Parx's Burnout Camp, Pt. 2 from 2019-10-24T04:40

Tayla Parx, co-writer of Ariana Grande's "Thank U, Next" and "7 Rings" and more Hot 100 hits, and four fellow creators chat with Gary, Trevor and Hit Songs Deconstructed's Dave and Yael Penn (pt. 2...

Hit Writer Tayla Parx's Burnout Camp, Pt. 1 from 2019-10-16T23:40

Tayla Parx, co-writer of Ariana Grande's "Thank U, Next" and "7 Rings" and more Hot 100 hits, and four fellow creators chat with Gary, Trevor and Hit Songs Deconstructed's Dave and Yael Penn (pt. 1...

From Classic to Current, Rock Isn't Dead from 2019-10-09T23:55

Haley Jones, director of radio, Nielsen Music, and Jon Miller, vp of audience insights, Nielsen Audio, return to discuss the state of rock, which, according to multiple metrics, is thriving among i...

Lizzo & Lil Nas X's Big Week & Guest Zach Williams from 2019-09-26T11:00

Williams chats with Jim Asker and performs a live version of the hit title track from his forthcoming album, "Rescue Story." Plus, Gary and Trevor discuss Lizzo and Lil Nas X's latest Hot 100 feats...

Finneas on Billie Eilish's No. 1 'Bad Guy' from 2019-09-19T01:00

Finneas joins Gary, Trevor and Hit Songs Deconstructed's Dave and Yael Penn to analyze the writing and production processes that led to Billie Eilish's "Bad Guy" topping the Billboard Hot 100.
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Goo Goo Dolls on New Album 'Miracle Pill' & More from 2019-09-11T23:00

Two boys named Goo - John Rzeznik and Robby Takac - are our special guests, performing and chatting about their new album "Miracle Pill," their classic record-setting chart hit "Iris" and their unc...

Lizzo & Tayor Swift's Landmark New No. 1s from 2019-09-06T15:30

Gary and Trevor discuss "Truth Hurts" and "Lover" leading the Hot 100 and Billboard 200, respectively, Plus, Jed Hilly of the Americana Music Association previews the 20th Americanafest, Sept. 10-1...

Trisha Yearwood on New Album 'Every Girl' & More from 2019-09-04T17:51

Country cornerstone Yearwood and Pearl/Gwendolyn Records gm Lesly Simon chat about the state of country and more with Billboard senior chart manager Jim Asker.

from 2019-08-29T05:30

The title cut? "The Man"? "Cruel Summer"? Gary, Trevor and Billboard.com senior editor Andrew Unterberger (attempt to) pick the next singles from Taylor Swift's new album, "Lover."

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Billie Eilish Dethrones Lil Nas X From No. 1 from 2019-08-22T03:23

Billie Eilish earns her first Hot 100 No. 1 with "Bad Guy." As it dethrones Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road" after an unprecedented 19-week reign, how long might his record last? Plus, a flashback to th...

Lisa Loeb & Hot 100's Top 25 This Week 1994 from 2019-08-15T02:50

Special guest Lisa Loeb recalls topping the Hot 100 with her classic "Stay (I Missed You)," touring on the Lilith Fair and segueing to Grammy Award-winning children's music, as Gary and Trevor coun...

Lady Antebellum on 'Returning Home' With New LP from 2019-08-08T02:20

Lady Antebellum - Dave Haywood, Charles Kelley and Hillary Scott - and BMLG president/CEO Jimmy Harnen chat with Jim Asker. Plus Gary and Trevor recount the latest chart feats for Lil Nas X, Billie...

16 (Or More ...) Thoughts on 'Old Town Road' from 2019-07-24T22:05:49

An analysis of Lil Nas X's record run atop the Hot 100. Plus, singer-songwriter Lizzie No performs three songs ahead of the release of her new album "Vanity."

from 2019-07-18T11:00

Billboard touring chart manager Eric Frankenberg joins Gary and Trevor to recap the biggest stars of stage over the first half of the year, from BTS to Elton John, Ed Sheeran, New Kids on the Block...

Ariana Grande, Lizzo & 2019's First-Half Stars from 2019-07-10T11:00

Gary, Trevor and Andrew Unterberger recap the head of the class on Billboard charts at midterm time.

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Taylor Swift, Drake & Madonna Chart Chat from 2019-06-27T17:25

Billboard Pride writer Stephen Daw discusses Swift's new LGBTQ-friendly hit and "Open Your Heart" co-writer Peter Rafelson muses about the wild backstory of Madonna's '80s classic.

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Jonas Brothers' Return & Runaway June Performs from 2019-06-20T14:15

An inside look at how Billboard's recent cover story on the Jonas Brothers, new atop the Billboard 200 this week, was written by Taylor Weatherby. Plus, special guests Runaway June perform their hi...

Katy Perry Returns & Special Guest Howard Jones from 2019-06-14T11:00

Katy Perry, Cardi B & Miley Cyrus send new songs onto the Hot 100 and Gary and Trevor analyze their starts. Plus, very special guest Howard Jones discusses his new album, "Transform," and class...

Country's Radio Rule & Streaming Future from 2019-06-07T12:00

Country has long ruled radio ratings. How is it adapting in a streaming era? Scott Musgrave, Nielsen Music head of U.S. radio, and Jon Miller, Nielsen Audio, vp audience insights, join Gary and Tre...

Ed Sheeran, Ava Max & Lizzo Leading Atlantic from 2019-05-30T12:00

John McMann, senior vp pop and rhythmic promotion for Atlantic Records, joins Gary and Trevor to discuss the latest successes for Ed Sheeran, Ava Max, Lizzo and more.

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Ed Sheeran's Evolution; Ariana & Bruno's, Too from 2019-05-23T12:00

From "The A Team" to his latest, Ed Sheeran has "Shape"-shifted musically. Historically, hit acts have ever since The Beatles, and Gary, Trevor and Andrew Unterberger analyze key artists that have ...

Shawn Mendes' Return, Pop vs. Hip-Hop in 2019 from 2019-05-15T14:05:32

Shawn Mendes launches at a career-best No. 2 on the Hot 100 with "If I Can't Have You." Still, hip-hop continues to dominate streaming, and Nielsen's Haley Jones & Jon Miller analyze hip-hop's ...

The Best Lead Singles of the Past 25 Years from 2019-05-09T12:00

As Taylor Swift's "ME!" blasts to No. 2 on the Hot 100, a look back at the most notable lead singles from albums over the past 25 years, from Boyz II Men to Beyonce to Justin Bieber.

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Taylor Swift's Lead Singles Ranked & The Rua Performs from 2019-05-02T12:00

Can Taylor Swift's new single "ME!" dethrone Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road" on the Hot 100 next week? Until then, we look back at how she has previously intro'd albums. Plus, UK sibling pop trio The R...

How 'Shallow' Was Written & BTS' Big Week from 2019-04-25T16:05

BTS launches atop the Billboard 200 & in the Hot 100's top 10. Plus, very special guests Paul Williams, president/chairman of ASCAP, & Anthony Rossomando, co-writer of Lady Gaga and Bradley...

Will 'Boy With Luv' Be BTS' Biggest Hit? from 2019-04-18T12:00

KJYO Oklahoma City program director JJ Ryan returns to discuss BTS' new single with Halsey. Plus, how Billy Ray Cyrus, enjoying his first Hot 100 No. 1 via Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road," has taken nu...

Lil Nas X Hits No. 1 & Flashing Back Like It's 1999 from 2019-04-12T14:25

An in-depth discussion about Lil Nas X's leap to No. 1 on the Hot 100 with "Old Town Road." Plus, we time-travel back 20 years to an especially memorable year in pop music.

from 2019-04-10T15:30

NHL chief content officer Steve Mayer joins as the Stanley Cup Playoffs begin, with Cage the Elephant kicking off the postseason with a free pre-game concert in Tampa, continuing the league's live ...

Billie Eilish Roundtable With Bill(ie)board Staffers from 2019-04-04T12:00

With Billie Eilish set to debut at No. 1 on the Bill(ie)board 200 with her debut LP, Bill(ie)board editors Lyndsey Havens and Andrew Unterberger join Gary and Trevor to discuss the alt/pop artist's...

Rising Country Star Carly Pearce & Big Machine's Kris Lamb from 2019-04-03T14:50

On a special episode recorded live at The Good Cup in Franklin, Tenn., Billboard senior chart manager Jim Asker welcomes singer-songwriter Carly Pearce and Big Machine Records vp of promotion Kris ...

Ariana Grande's Continued Reign & the Future of Podcasts from 2019-03-28T12:00

Ariana Grande matches her longest Hot 100 rule, as "7 Rings" spends, fittingly, a seventh week at No. 1. Will she - and women - continue to dominate throughout 2019? Plus, in a very meta chat, iHea...

BTS, Travis Scott & the Changing Faces of Touring from 2019-03-21T14:25

Touring chart manager Eric Frankenberg joins Gary and Trevor to discuss Billboard's new touring charts & industry trends in live music.

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New Kids on the Block's Danny Wood on Boy Band Longevity from 2019-03-14T12:05

Jonas Brothers celebrate their first Hot 100 No. 1, "Sucker," and Gary and Trevor, plus Billboard's Taylor Weatherby, discuss what powered their long-awaited coronation. Plus, special guests Danny ...

Is This Lady Gaga's Best Chart Week Ever? from 2019-03-07T13:00

Recapping 10 years of Gaga, from "Born This Way" to "A Star Is Born." Plus, special guest Sam DeRosa, co-writer of lovelytheband's record-breaking hit "Broken."

from 2019-02-28T14:35

Edison Research's Sean Ross chats about the record longevity being earned by Khalid, Normani, Dua Lipa, Halsey and more, as hits by them have recently logged record stays on Billboard's Pop Songs a...

Ariana Grande's Record Week, With Guest Njomza from 2019-02-21T13:00

Grande becomes the first artist since The Beatles to rank at Nos. 1, 2 and 3 in a week on the Hot 100. Gary and Trevor discuss her achievement and welcome guest Njomza, who co-wrote two of those sm...

From Women to Hip-Hop, Diversity Won the Grammys from 2019-02-14T15:22

With Grammy Awards wins in the big four categories for Kacey Musgraves, Dua Lipa and Childish Gambino, we discuss how women and hip-hop dominated this year, reversing last year's key storylines. Listen

Will Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga & Camila Cabello Win Grammys? from 2019-02-07T13:00

Paul Grein and Andrew Unterberger return for a Grammy Awards roundtable. Plus, special guest Tiffany recalls her Hot 100 top 10 "All This Time," which was at its No. 6 peak 30 years ago this week.<...

Ariana Grande Hits No. 1, Plus Grammys Chat from 2019-01-31T14:00

Grammy Awards experts Paul Grein and Billboard's Andrew Unterberger join Gary and Trevor for the first of a two-part Grammys roundtable. Plus, chart chat about Ariana Grande, who tops the Hot 100 w...

How Lifetime Made The 'Surviving R. Kelly' Documentary from 2019-01-25T16:30

Lifetime executive Brie Miranda Bryant and "Surviving R. Kelly" executive producers Jesse Daniels and Tamra Simmons discuss how the documentary began, and grew to six hours, and what its legacy can...

What to Make of R. Kelly's Catalog Now from 2019-01-17T13:00

Following the Jan. 3-5 premiere of Lifetime's "Surviving R. Kelly," a roundtable discussion about the controversial R&B singer-songwriter's music, with KRNB Dallas music director Keith Solis, V...

How Halsey Hit No. 1, With Capitol's Greg Marella from 2019-01-11T13:50

"Without Me" marks likely the biggest achievement yet for Halsey: her first Hot 100 No. 1 as a lead artist. Capitol executive vp of promotion Greg Marella chats with Gary and Trevor about her rise....

The Best of 2018, Plus Guest DJ Earworm from 2018-12-27T13:00

Gary and Trevor, along with Billboard.com senior editor Andrew Unterberger, look back at 2018's most surprising hits, biggest memes, most notable videos and more. Plus, guest DJ Earworm on his late...

The No. 1 Hot 100 Hits of Every Year, 1990-2018 from 2018-12-20T14:00

Gary and Trevor continue their trip through six decades of year-end Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s, covering the top hits of each year from 1990 to 2018. Plus, they welcome special guest Flo Rida, who le...

The No. 1 Hot 100 Hits of Every Year, 1958-1989 from 2018-12-14T16:20:38

Former Chicago singer Bill Champlin looks back at "Look Away" in the first of a two-part episode, as Gary and Trevor flashback to year-end No. 1 smashes by The Beatles, Paul McCartney (solo), Rod S...

Holiday Music Jingles Back for the Season from 2018-12-06T18:25

Nielsen's Haley Jones and Jon Miller discuss holiday music trends. Plus, Gary and Trevor recap Travis Scott's first Hot 100 No. 1 and Drake's domination on the 2018 year-end charts.

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Mariah Carey's 20 Biggest Hot 100 Hits from 2018-11-29T20:25:56

Among the classics on Mariah Carey's best-of tally: "Vision of Love," "Dreamlover," "Hero," "Fantasy" and "We Belong Together," as Gary and Trevor count down her top 20 Hot 100 classics. Plus, char...

Special Guest Bebe Rexha Deconstructs 'Meant to Be' from 2018-11-15T14:00

Bebe Rexha analyzes her smash "Meant to Be," with Florida Georgia Line, with Hit Songs Deconstructed's Dave and Yael Penn, and Gary and Trevor, as the song spends a record-extending 50th week at No...

Kane Brown & Mgr. Martha Earls on 'Experiment' from 2018-11-09T14:35

Special guests Kane Brown and his manager, Martha Earls, chat with Billboard's Nashville-based senior chart manager Jim Asker about Brown's second LP, "Experiment," out Nov. 9.

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How Pop Has Ceded the Spotlight to Hip-Hop from 2018-10-25T11:00

In just three years, pop and hip-hop have essentially traded domination of the Hot 100, as the likes of Adele and Justin Bieber have given way to a wave of hip-hop hits. Gary and Trevor analyze the...

Is Lady Gaga at a New Career Peak? from 2018-10-18T13:00

With her new big screen success, thanks to "A Star Is Born," is Lady Gaga at a new highpoint in pop culture? Plus, Gary and Trevor go around the charts, discussing new No. 1s for Florida Georgia Li...

Alt 92.3 New York Programmer Mike Kaplan from 2018-10-12T13:30

Alt 92.3 New York program director Mike Kaplan discusses the state of the alternative format with Gary and Billboard rock chart manager Kevin Rutherford. Plus, Gary and Trevor look at Lil Wayne's h...

Dave Grohl on Foo Fighters' Rock Reign from 2018-10-11T13:30

Special guest Dave Grohl celebrates Foo Fighters ranking as the No. 1 act in the 30-year history of Billboard's Alternative Songs chart.

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Keith Urban on Two Decades of Hitting No. 1 from 2018-10-04T12:00

Urban, owner of 16 No. 1s on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart, and Universal Music Group Nashville president Cindy Mabe are this week's special guests.

from 2018-09-20T12:00

The Beatles in 1964? Michael Jackson in 1983? Drake ... in 2018? Gary Trust and Andrew Unterberger (filling in for Trevor Anderson) dig through 60 years of Hot 100 history.

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The Hot 100's All-Time Top 100 Hits, Nos. 25-1 from 2018-08-23T03:00

The finale of a 4-part countdown celebrating the Hot 100's 60th anniversary, with smashes from Usher, Ed Sheeran, LeAnn Rimes, Chubby Checker and more.

from 2018-08-16T11:00

Part 3 of a 4-part countdown celebrating the Hot 100's 60th anniversary, with smashes from Mariah Carey, The Police, Adele, Rihanna and more.

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The Hot 100's All-Time Top 100 Hits, Nos. 75-51 from 2018-08-09T18:05

Part 2 of a 4-part countdown celebrating the Hot 100's 60th anniversary, with smashes from Kanye West, Meghan Trainor, Whitney Houston and more.

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The Hot 100's All-Time Top 100 Hits, Nos. 100-76 from 2018-08-02T16:00

Part 1 of a 4-part countdown celebrating the Hot 100's 60th anniversary, with smashes from Ed Sheeran, Michael Jackson and more.

See from 2018-07-13T11:00

Daigle sat down for a special Billboard podcast with Christian chart manager Jim Asker to discuss her new album, "Look Up Child," her upcoming tour and dealing with the expectations of following a ...

Cardi B's No. 1 & Guest Mike Adam of WNEW from 2018-07-05T12:00

"I Like It," by Cardi B, Bad Bunny & J Balvin, tops the Billboard Hot 100. Plus, Gary & Trevor welcome WNEW (Fresh 102.7) afternoon talent Mike Adam, who discusses radio in New York, interv...

BTS, Cardi B, Drake & More: Best of 2018 … So Far from 2018-06-28T14:50

Who's the MVP? What hits should've been bigger? And, what stories may have gone under the radar? From BTS to Camila Cabello, Cardi B, Drake, Ella Mai and more, Gary, Trevor and Billboard senior edi...

Justin Tranter on Writing With Imagine Dragons from 2018-06-21T14:45

Part one of a two-part chat with the artist & social activist, won songwriter of the year honors at the 2018 BMI Pop Music Awards for the second consecutive year.

from 2018-06-14T13:00

Roxette's Per Gessle is our special guest, as we count down the Hot 100's top 20 this week in 1990. Plus, chart chat about the newest Hot 100, where Post Malone's "Psycho" hits No. 1 and three song...

Florida Georgia Line on 'Meant to Be' & More from 2018-06-07T12:00

Country superstars Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley and BMLG president Jimmy Harnen chat with Billboard's Nashville-based senior chart manager Jim Asker about Florida Georgia Line's smashes "Meant to...

BTS Breaks Through Again With 'Fake Love' from 2018-05-31T13:00

KJYO (KJ103) Oklahoma City program director JJ Ryan returns to discuss BTS' latest chart achievements, as well as potential songs of the summer.

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Ed Sheeran, Drake & Bruno Mars: 2018's Stars So Far from 2018-05-24T13:00

Dave and Yael Penn of Hit Songs Deconstructed return to analyze the key trends in the Hot 100's top 10 in the first few months of 2018.

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Camila Cabello's 'Havana' Deconstructed from 2018-05-17T12:00

Hit Songs Deconstructed's Dave & Yael Penn analyze Cabello's smash. Plus, chart chat about Childish Gambino's "This Is America" & a flashback to one of Janet Jackson's biggest hits ahead of...

Drake's Domination & Your Chart Questions Answered from 2018-05-10T12:00

Drake, Post Malone & Camila Cabello infuse the Hot 100's top 10 and, for our special 100th episode, the 212-493-4021 Chart Beat Podcast hotline debuts!

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Drake's Domination, with The Ringer's Victor Luckerson from 2018-04-26T13:00

Victor Luckerson, staff writer for The Ringer, joins Gary and Trevor to chat about what he's dubbed ... The Drakeover. Plus, we have a new Chart Beat Podcast Hotline: call 212-493-4021 to leave a c...

ACMs Recap & Bad Wolves on 'Zombie' from 2018-04-19T12:00

Billboard's West Coast editor Melinda Newman recounts her conversations with Jason Aldean and others at the ACMs (April 15) and Bad Wolves' Tommy Vext discusses the band's hit cover of The Cranberr...

Taylor Swift's 'Reputation' at Pop Radio from 2018-04-12T13:00

As latest "Reputation" single "Delicate" climbs the Pop Songs airplay chart, radio expert Sean Ross stops by to discuss Swift & the state of top 40.

from 2018-04-04T21:30

A flashback to April 4, 1964, when The Beatles set a Hot 100 record by monopolizing the entire top five. Renowned collector and Capitol Records vet Dave Morrell shares stories and folk-pop duo The ...

Mary Chapin Carpenter on New Album & More from 2018-03-30T12:00

Carpenter muses about her many country hits & deep-cut classics, as well as her new album, "Sometimes Just the Sky," which reimagines songs from throughout her catalog.

from 2018-03-29T12:00

Hot 100 chart chat about Drake, Florida Georgia Line, Lil Dicky & more, plus special guests Brooke Ligertwood, Dave Ware and Jad Gillies of Hillsong Worship, as the music of Hillsong Church con...

Diane Warren & The Hot 100's Top 20 This Week in 1996 from 2018-03-23T12:00

A chat with the songwriter extraordinaire caps a top 20 countdown of the Billboard Hot 100 this week in 1996, with hits by Alanis Morrissette, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion and more..

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Top 40 'American Idol' Hits, Part 2, Kelly Clarkson & More from 2018-03-15T16:35

Gary and Trevor count down Nos. 20 through 1 of our exclusive look at the top 40 Billboard Hot 100 hits by "American Idol" contestants. Plus, "Idol" expert Fred Bronson reviews the new season's sta...

Top 40 'American Idol' Hits, pt. 1, with Scotty McCreery from 2018-03-08T14:00

Part one of a two-part look at the 40 biggest Hot 100 hits by "American Idol" contestants. Plus, special guest Scotty McCreery, the show's 2011 champion, and Triple Tigers gm/partner Norbert Nix. Listen

Bebe Rexha & Dua Lipa's Warner Bros. Wins from 2018-03-01T14:00

Warner Bros. Records' Mike Sherwood offers insights on "Meant to Be," "New Rules" and other songs that have taken the label to its highest Hot 100 heights since earlier this decade.

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Special Guests The Aces Chat & Perform from 2018-02-22T14:00

Utah quartet The Aces discuss women's resurgence at rock and perform new track "Volcanic Love" and debut chart hit "Stuck."

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from 2018-02-08T14:00

Is Drake's "God's Plan" in for a long run atop the Hot 100? Plus, Dave and Yael Penn of Hit Songs Deconstructed begin a two-part look at the trends that defined 2017's biggest hits.

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Matt Sheeran on Brother Ed's 'Perfect' from 2018-02-01T14:00

"I didn't really take any notice" of "Perfect," Matt Sheeran admits, with a laugh, of the first time that brother Ed played him the eventual No. 1 smash.

from 2018-01-25T20:45

Chart Beat founder and Grammy aficionado Paul Grein joins to preview Sunday night's awards.

See from 2018-01-23T14:00

Cabello called in to the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown on Facebook Live (Jan. 22) and celebrated her first No. 1, "Havana."

See from 2018-01-18T16:20

Atlantic Records senior vp pop & rhythmic promotion John McMann returns with more inside insights about Bruno Mars, Cardi B and Ed Sheeran.

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Bruno Mars & Cardi B's 'Finesse' vs. Justin Timberlake's 'Filthy' from 2018-01-11T14:55

KROI Houston's Terri Thomas and DJ Riddler help predict the long-term success of two new singles: Bruno Mars and Cardi B's "Finesse" vs. Justin Timberlake's "Filthy." Plus, a look (and listen) back...

Jackie Jackson on The Jacksons' 'Legacy' from 2017-12-21T16:00

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jackie Jackson and author Fred Bronson join to discuss the new retrospective book, "The Jacksons: Legacy."

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Mariah Carey Chat & Guest Lindsay Ell from 2017-12-20T14:45

Gary & Trevor discuss Carey's 23-year sleigh ride to the Hot 100's top 10 with "All I Want for Christmas Is You." Plus, Billboard's Jim Asker chats with rising country artist Lindsay Ell.
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Best of 2017: Ed Sheeran, 'Despacito' & More from 2017-12-14T22:25:12

A look at Sheeran's historic 2017 on the charts, as well as year-end honors for Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee and Justin Bieber's "Despacito," Sam Hunt's "Body Like a Back Road" and more.

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Post Malone's Manager Dre London on 'Rockstar' & More from 2017-12-08T13:30

Following a breakout 2017 for Post Malone, London shares insights & previews the rapper's forthcoming sophomore album.

See from 2017-12-06T13:00

KJYO Oklahoma City program director JJ Ryan returns to chat about the K-pop kings' new song.

See from 2017-11-28T14:00

The legendary executive remembers Houston's iconic ballad, as Gary and Trevor count down the Hot 100's top 40 hits from Nov. 28, 1992.

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Taylor Swift's 'Reputation': What Should the Next Singles Be? from 2017-11-16T18:30

Gary & Trevor play record executives. Plus, insights on "Reputation" from B96 Chicago's Erik Bradley, and Billboard's Nashville-based chart manager Jim Asker discusses topical new tracks from K...

Portugal. The Man's Eric Howk on Smash 'Feel It Still' from 2017-11-09T14:00

The band's guitarist is our special guest. Plus, chart chat about Camila Cabello's "Havana" (& Kenny G's, too).

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Rap Roundtable on Cardi B, Post Malone & More from 2017-11-02T14:05

A look at rap's streaming-driven rise with three guests: Beats 1 host LowKey, Vibe music editor Mikey Fresh and Billboard Latin's Marjua Estevez.

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Shawn Mendes' Manager, Andrew Gertler from 2017-10-26T13:00

Gertler chats with Gary and Trevor about Mendes' rise from Vine cover singer to chart-topping pop star. Plus, chart talk about Taylor Swift and Garth Brooks and (you've been warned) a Halloween gho...

The Top 25 Pop Songs of the Past 25 Years from 2017-10-19T14:00

Gary and Trevor countdown the biggest hits on Billboard's Pop Songs radio airplay chart since its 1992 inception, a recap that includes smashes from Britney Spears, Rihanna & more. Plus, radio ...

Kix Brooks on Hosting 'American Country Countdown' from 2017-10-12T13:00

Brooks, who notched 20 Hot Country Songs No. 1s as half of Brooks & Dunn, reflects on his role as "ACC" host, and how his experience as an artist informs his presentation. Plus, Tom Petty &...

Kelly Clarkson on Her Breakout 'Moment' in 2002 & More from 2017-10-05T23:00

Special guests Kelly Clarkson & "American Idol" expert Fred Bronson join Gary & Trevor on a countdown of the Hot 100's top 40 hits from Oct. 5, 2002.

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Cardi B & Atlantic Records' Huge 2017 from 2017-09-28T14:10

Atlantic's John McMann chats about the label's wildly successful year & new Hot 100 No. 1, Cardi B's "Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)."

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Guest RaeLynn & Predicting Sam Smith's Sophomore Success from 2017-09-21T13:00

RaeLynn chats about her rise at country with Warner Music Nashville CEO/chairman John Esposito and Billboard's Jim Asker. Plus, can Sam Smith continue the momentum of his first album?

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Can Taylor Swift Hit Even Greater Heights With 'Reputation'? from 2017-09-14T10:00

For all that she's already achieved on the charts, can Taylor Swift reach further key milestones? Plus, songwriter-producer Sam Martin discusses crafting hits for Jason Derulo, Maroon 5 & more....

Will Taylor Swift Be the Artist of the Decade? from 2017-09-07T10:00

As the "Reputation" era begins, Swift could be primed to rule charts for the '10s. Plus, three Houston radio programmers discuss how they're helping the community through Hurricane Harvey.
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Hot 100 This Week in 1987, pt. 2, With Debbie Gibson from 2017-08-31T13:00

Classic songs by Madonna, Michael Jackson & more highlight Nos. 20 through 1, as Gibson celebrates the 30th anniversary of her debut album, "Out of the Blue."

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Chart Beat Podcast: Ranking the 14-Week No. 1s, From Boyz to Bruno to Bieber from 2017-08-16T20:55

"Despacito" joins seven other songs that led for 14 weeks, the second-longest command in the chart's history. A look back at their reigns, plus former "American Top 40" staffer Sandy Stert Benjamin...

The Top 40 – Hey, 'Macarena'! – This Week in 1996 from 2017-08-03T13:25

Before "Despacito," "Macarena" ruled the Hot 100. Gary and Trevor time-travel back 21 years and chat with Jammin Johnny Caride, one of the Bayside Boys who remixed Los Del Rio's smash.

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Guest Maren Morris on Women 'Chipping Away' at Men's Country Command from 2017-07-27T13:00

Maren Morris, Grammy winner, & Randy Goodman, CEO/chairman of Sony Music Nashville, share insights from each side of the artist-label relationship. Plus: Charlie Puth & Shawn Mendes are sne...

Will 'Despacito' Lead the Hot 100 the Longest & 'Body Like a Back Road' Deconstructed from 2017-07-20T13:00

Atop the Hot 100 for 10 weeks, can "Despacito" make it to 16 weeks ... or more? Plus, Hit Songs Deconstructed analyzes Sam Hunt's "Body Like a Back Road."

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After Rihanna, Who'll Be Next With 30 Top 10 Hot 100 Hits? from 2017-06-29T13:00

Gary & Trevor muse about Drake, Taylor Swift & more. Plus, more insights from Z100 New York's Mark Medina, Billboard's top pop programmer of the year.

from 2017-06-22T13:00

The boss of the biggest top 40 radio station in the U.S. shares insights. Plus, Bieber bests prior stars who achieved notable domination on the Digital Song Sales chart.

from 2017-06-08T13:00

How will new single "Down" do on the charts? Plus, radio programmer Charlie Quinn remembers making the "Friends" theme a No. 1 hit in 1995.

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Summer Showdown: Justin Bieber's 2017 vs. Pharrell's 2013 from 2017-06-01T13:00

Bieber is featured on what should be two of this summer's biggest songs, just like Pharrell in 2013. Plus, ABC Radio's Andrea Dresdale recaps covering the Billboard Music Awards and previews more s...

Miley Cyrus vs. Hannah Montana, Plus Adele & Beyonce News from 2017-05-25T13:00

Miley Cyrus/Hannah Montana is (are?) on an elite list of artists with at least 20 Hot 100 entries under different billings. Plus, Columbia's Lee Leipsner reveals whether any more singles will be re...

Future & Justin Bieber's Historic Consecutive No. 1s from 2017-05-18T13:00

After no acts had done so for more than a half-century, since March, Future & Bieber have notched new No. 1s on the Billboard 200 & Hot 100 in consecutive weeks. Coincidence or trend? Plus,...

Justin Bieber's Post-'Purpose' Hits & Guest Billy Ray Cyrus from 2017-05-11T13:00

Bieber has now landed more top five Hot 100 hits in featured roles post-"Purpose" than he did with songs from his smash 2015 album. Gary and Trevor discuss, while Billboard's Jim Asker chats with C...

Bruno Mars' 2010s vs. Michael Jackson '80s from 2017-05-04T13:00

A look at Mars' current success vs. Jackson's in the '80s, and Pandora's Rachel Whitney discusses the service's country programming with Billboard's Jim Asker. Plus, do we discuss, and play, everyt...

Justin Bieber (in Spanish) & Kendrick Lamar Reign from 2017-04-27T13:00

Gary and Trevor discuss Kendrick Lamar's new Hot 100 No. 1 "Humble." & Justin Bieber's multi-lingual singing skills. Plus, songwriting analysts Yael & Dave Penn break down The Chainsmokers'...

Songwriting Secrets of Ed Sheeran's 'Shape of You' from 2017-04-20T14:00

Hit Songs Deconstructed's Yael & Dave Penn break down the 12-week Hot 100 No. 1's composition. Plus, Harry Styles' debut & a flashback to 1990.

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Atlantic Records' John McMann offers insights about Mars' successful sonic transformation with the "24K Magic" album. Plus Hot 100 chart action for Kendrick Lamar & Sam Hunt.

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Luke Bryan & Universal's Mike Dungan from 2017-04-06T13:00

Country king Luke Bryan and Universal Music Group Nashville chairman/CEO Mike Dungan chat with Jim Asker. Plus, hosts Gary Trust and Trevor Anderson discuss Ed Sheeran's latest chart feats and flas...

Ed Sheeran's Chart Domination & Lady Gaga's Resurgence from 2017-03-30T13:00

Atlantic Records' John McMann chats with Billboard's Gary Trust and Trevor Anderson about Sheeran's success and previews what songs could be future singles from the "÷" album.

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Katy Perry, Niall Horan & Jon Bellion: How Capitol Is Ruling Radio from 2017-03-01T14:00

Capitol Records vp of pop promotion Joe Rainey shares insights on the label's latest successes.

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"I remember liking it all," The Monkees' Micky Dolenz recalls of the band's '60s pinnacle. "We were selling all those records and getting that incredible reaction. We caught lightning in a bottle."...

Jimmy Harnen, BMLG Records President from 2017-02-08T14:00

Harnen chats with Billboard's Jim Asker about running the label that includes Florida Georgia Line & reminisces about his own chart success in 1989 with beloved ballad "Where Are You Now."
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Phil Galdston, NYU Director of Songwriting from 2017-01-25T14:00

Galdston discusses the elements of teaching songwriting, as well as his own legacy, having co-written Vanessa Williams' 1992 Hot 100 No. 1 "Save the Best for Last."

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Indie Folk-Pop Duo Goodbye Blue from 2016-12-08T15:00

Husband and wife Charlotte Kendrick and Dan Rowe discuss mixing music with parenting, as well as the challenges and rewards of being an independent act.

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Billy Porter, Vanessa Carlton & Tina Shafer on the NY Songwriters Circle from 2016-11-16T14:00

Tony and Grammy Award winner Billy Porter, chart-topper Vanessa Carlton and artistic director and host of the New York Songwriters Circle Tina Shafer chat with Billboard's Gary Trust and Alex Vitou...

Marc Myers, Author of "Anatomy of a Song" from 2016-11-10T14:00

Myers chats with host Gary Trust about his new book, "Anatomy of a Song, The Oral History of 45 Iconic Hits That Changed Rock, R&B and Pop."

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Anthony Head Remembers "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" from 2016-11-06T13:00

Giles himself fondly recalls the show's Joss Whedon-written and -directed "Once More, With Feeling" musical episode.

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Suzanne Vega from 2016-11-02T13:00

"I have a very curious mind, and I like to play," acclaimed singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega muses. "What is the point of writing something that everyone else has already written?"

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Bobby Bones from 2016-10-26T13:00

"I'm telling you my truth," says the iHeartMedia country morning radio talent. "Sometimes you're not gonna like it, but just respect, hopefully, that I'm always coming from a place of being authent...

Cumulus Media's Mike McVay from 2016-10-19T13:00

The veteran programming executive chats with Billboard's Jim Asker about the chain's "smorgasbord" of formats and platforms, including WSM-FM Nashville and WNSH New York.

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KCSN Los Angeles' Sky Daniels on Radio & Station Fan Paul McCartney from 2016-10-05T13:00

KCSN Los Angeles programmer Sky Daniels shares insights about the adult alternative station and radio overall.

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Billboard Chart Historian Joel Whitburn from 2016-09-21T13:00

Chart fans around the world surely have libraries of Joel Whitburn Billboard chart reference books. On a recent visit to New York, Whitburn chatted with Billboard's Gary Trust and Alex Vitoulis abo...

Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande & More: Fall Preview from 2016-09-13T17:00

ABC Radio's Andrea Dresdale joins host and Billboard co-director of charts Gary Trust to predict who might have the hottest songs as the weather turns cooler.

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Lionel Richie on 'Endless Love' & How 'Love Never Goes Out of Style' from 2016-08-15T12:00

Lionel Richie joins Billboard's Trevor Anderson to chat about the R&B/pop icon's legendary career, including the including the whirlwind recording of "Endless Love" with Diana Ross. There were ...

Chubby Checker on the Hot 100's All-Time No. 1, 'The Twist' from 2016-07-27T13:00

On the latest episode of the Billboard Chart Beat Podcast, the iconic Chubby Checker joins host and Billboard co-director of charts Gary Trust, in honor of "The Twist" reigning as the Billboard Hot...

WFUV Radio's Rita Houston from 2016-07-20T13:00

On the latest episode of the Billboard Chart Beat Podcast, WFUV New York program director Rita Houston joins host and Billboard co-director of charts Gary Trust, and Billboard's rock charts manager...

Perez Hilton on Justin Bieber, Madonna, Taylor Swift & More from 2016-07-13T13:00

Celebrity blogger, and celebrity himself, Perez Hilton chats with host and Billboard co-director of charts Gary Trust about his longtime love of music and the Billboard charts, as well as his perso...

How Twenty One Pilots Ascended to New Heights With 'Blurryface' from 2016-07-07T13:00

Roadrunner execs Mike Easterlin and Mitch Mills chat with host and Billboard co-director of charts Gary Trust about how twenty one pilots have ascended from core alternative faves to the mainstream...

Producer Dave Cobb & Americana Exec Jed Hilly from 2016-06-29T13:00

Super-producer Dave Cobb (Chris Stapleton, Sturgill Simpson, Mary Chapin Carpenter) and Americana Music Assn. executive director Jed Hilly discuss the growth of the Americana genre with Nashville-b...

SiriusXM's Kid Kelly from 2016-06-22T13:00

SiriusXM vp of music programming Kid Kelly chats with host Gary Trust about how he picks hits for the satellite service's pop channels, recounts his colorful radio career and reveals that it might ...

Original MTV VJ Martha Quinn from 2016-06-15T13:00

Longtime MTV queen Martha Quinn chats with host Gary Trust about her helping define pop culture in the '80s, her new role as morning host on San Francisco's iHeart80s radio station & more.
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Music Choice's Damon Williams from 2016-06-08T13:00

Music Choice's Damon Williams chats with host Gary Trust about the service's deep menu of cable TV audio channels, its many interactive features planned for the summer and its upcoming fourth-quart...

ABC Radio's Andrea Dresdale from 2016-06-01T13:00

ABC Radio's manager of entertainment programming Andrea Dresdale joins host Gary Trust to predict who might have the biggest songs this summer, from Justin Timberlake, Drake and Desiigner to Rihann...

Nielsen Music's Dave Bakula from 2016-05-25T13:00

Nielsen Music's Dave Bakula chats with Billboard co-directors of charts Keith Caulfield and host Gary Trust about how Nielsen has tracked music consumption for a quarter-century. Also: a countdown ...

Columbia Records' Pete Cosenza from 2016-05-18T13:00

Columbia Records senior VP of promotion, adult radio, Pete Cosenza chats with host Gary Trust about the label's recent successes with Adele, Rachel Platten, Ruth B and more.

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RCA Records EVP/GM Joe Riccitelli discusses how the label promotes hits from its star-packed artist roster, which includes, among others, Zayn, Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake.

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Shirley Halperin from 2016-05-04T13:00

Billboard's News Director Shirley Halperin chats with co-director of charts and host Gary Trust about Billboard's mindset behind covering, analyzing and presenting news about the music business. Listen

Mike Curb from 2016-04-27T13:00

Curb Records founder and Curb/Word chairman Mike Curb chats with Billboard's Jim Asker about Curb's more than 50 years of making hits in Nashville, how artists get signed and why his labels will ne...

Hit Songs Deconstructed from 2016-04-26T21:37:59

Host Gary Trust chats with Dave and Yael Penn, who created the Hit Songs Deconstructed website, which analyzes the characteristics of songs that soar to the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, includi...

Anne Donohue from 2016-04-26T19:43:51

Host Gary Trust chats with Anne Donohue, faculty advisor of Boston University's student-run radio station, WTBU, about rebuilding after a recent fire. Also discussed: the changing state of journali...

Fred Bronson from 2016-04-06T13:00

On the second edition of Billboard's Chart Beat Podcast, Billboard co-director of charts Gary Trust chats with Fred Bronson about the latter's renowned career, which includes 16 y...

Paul Grein from 2016-03-30T21:43:54

Welcome to Billboard's new Chart Beat Podcast, where host Gary Trust, Billboard's co-director of charts, and other members of Billboard's charts department analyze the numerous fa...