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Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠Analytic Dreamz dives deep into the massive success of PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson's "Stateside + Zara Larsson" remix in this segment. Originally from PinkPantheress' 2025 mixtape Fancy That, the track blends big beat, drum & bass, and R&B with themes of early-crush longing and touring romance. The October 10, 2025 remix—part of the Fancy Some More? LP—reworked production for a bubblegum, Bratz-coded vibe, standing out among features from Kylie Minogue, Bladee, and Groove Armada.The January 2026 music video, directed by Charlotte Rutherford, delivered a creative "battle of aesthetics": PinkPantheress' tartan/red dream world vs. Larsson's sequin/glitter Midnight Sun style, with mannequins and a symbolic barrier collapse uniting their visions—racking up over 10 million views in under 10 days and 13+ million soon after.The real catalyst hit February 21, 2026, when Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu (first American woman to win women's figure skating gold since 2002) performed to the remix at the 2026 Winter Olympics Exhibition Gala in Milan. Zara Larsson reacted on TikTok, sparking viral choreography recreations. Luminate data showed an 88% U.S. on-demand streaming surge to ~1.8 million daily streams by February 23.Chart dominance followed: Billboard Hot 100 peak at #30 (debut #100), #1 on US Hot Dance/Pop Songs and US Spotify (1.57M+ daily peak, dethroning Bad Bunny), top 10 on Apple Music US. UK Singles Chart #3 (PinkPantheress' 3rd top-20), plus strong peaks in Canada (#22), Sweden (#9), Australia (#11), and global Spotify #2–3 range.This ties into PinkPantheress' historic 2026 BRIT Producer of the Year win—the first woman and youngest ever—plus her first Grammy nods. For Zara Larsson, it fueled major U.S. resurgence alongside "Lush Life" revival.Analytic Dreamz breaks down the streaming-driven rise, Y2K nostalgia cycle, remix strategy impact, critical praise (NME, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork highlighting the UKG revival), and cultural significance of this viral worlds-collide moment.Tune in for the full analysis on Analytic Dreamz—unfiltered takes on pop's biggest breakthroughs.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Quake discusses Oliver “Power” Grant of Wu-Tang dying at 52, Lil Durk's murder-for-hire trial facing another delay, Nipsey Hussle to be commemorated with L.A. intersection renaming, Meek Mill revealing the truth behind the infamous bunny hopping video, Cardi B allegedly throwing a tantrum over Nicki Minaj joke at “SNL”, NORE saying he created the rapper podcast lane, T.I. vs 50 Cent beef breakdown, 50 Cent responding disrespecting his family and much more.(00:00) - Intro(10:16) - Oliver “Power” Grant Of Wu-Tang Dead At 52(17:12) - Lil Durk's Murder-For-Hire Trial Faces Another Delay(18:41) - Nipsey Hussle To Be Commemorated With L.A. Intersection Renaming(21:34) - Meek Mill Reveals The Truth Behind The Infamous Bunny Hopping Video(30:14) - Cardi B Allegedly Threw A Tantrum Over Nicki Minaj Joke At “SNL”(32:25) - NORE Says He Created The Rapper Podcast Lane(39:04) - T.I. vs 50 Cent Breakdown(01:00:13) - T.I. Disses 50 Cent On “The Right One” (Breakdown)(01:19:53) - Billboard Hot 100

Savannah Guthrie is confronting every daughter’s nightmare, offering a $1 million reward as the search for her missing 84-year-old mother stretches into its fourth week — and admitting she’s bracing for the worst. Meanwhile, Lisa Rinna is calling out Andy Cohen for publishing private texts she brands “so unnecessary,” and Taylor Swift stunned fans by going makeup-free in a rare behind-the-scenes studio glimpse celebrating “Opalite” topping the Billboard Hot 100. Rob’s latest exclusives and insider reporting can be found at robshuter.substack.com His forthcoming novel, It Started With A Whisper, is now available for pre-orderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back in this day in 1980, Queen's "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100.  KTAR Timeline is brought to you by Beatitudes Campus. 

"Kpop Demon Hunters" is an American animated musical fantasy film co-written and directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, produced by Sony Pictures Animation for Netflix and animated by Sony Pictures Imageworks. Premiering on Netflix over the summer, it became the platform's most-watched original film ever, with over 500 million views, and achieved historic box-office success during limited theatrical runs. The soundtrack broke records with four simultaneous top-ten hits on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned double platinum certification. Widely acclaimed, the film won major honors including Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song at the Critics' Choice and Golden Globe Awards, received Academy Award nominations in the same categories, and won a Grammy for the Oscar-nominated song, "Golden." Singers Ejae, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami, and filmmakers Kang and Appelhans were all kind enough to spend some time speaking with us about their work on the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now available to stream on Netflix and is up for your consideration for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song at the 98th Academy Awards. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

El expríncipe Andrés fue liberado luego de ser arrestado por sospechas de conducta inapropiada en un cargo público, en el marco de las nuevas revelaciones sobre su relación con el delincuente sexual Jeffrey Epstein.Se publicaron los nuevos lineamientos de la Profeco para regular la información y publicidad en la venta de conciertos masivos.Además… Claudia Sheinbaum abrió la puerta a reanudar las relaciones con Perú; La Junta de Paz de Donald Trump tuvo su primera reunión; El expresidente Yoon Suk-yeol fue condenado a cadena perpetua por insurrección en Corea del Sur; Las y los trabajadores de la Cineteca Nacional podrían iniciar un paro general; Crystal Hefner, la viuda del fundador de Playboy, solicitó una investigación sobre la Fundación Hugh M. Hefner; Alysa Liu se llevó el oro en la final de patinaje artístico femenil. Y para #ElVasoMedioLleno… Bad Bunny alcanzó por primera vez el número uno en solitario en la Billboard Hot 100 con “DtMF”.Para enterarte de más noticias como estas, síguenos en redes sociales. Estamos en todas las plataformas como @telokwento. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quake discusses Ja Rule talking about his airplane incident with Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda, Uncle Luke confirming he's running for Congress in Florida, Shyne praising 50 Cent's Diddy documentary, Eminem's ex-wife facing DUI charges, Big Sean on battling depression after Nipsey Hussle's death, IFPI crowning Drake The Best-Selling Rapper in 2025 and much more.(00:00) - Intro(02:50) - Ja Rule Talks About His Airplane Incident With Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda(10:56) - Uncle Luke Confirms He's Running For Congress In Florida(16:20) - Shyne Praises 50 Cent's Diddy Documentary(31:16) - Eminem's Ex-Wife Faces DUI Charge(35:31) - Big Sean On Battling Depression After Nipsey Hussle's Death(41:05) - IFPI Crowns Drake The Best-Selling Rapper In 2025(45:29) - Billboard Hot 100

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz explores the artist background of Tame Impala, the psychedelic rock/psych-pop project led by Australian multi-instrumentalist Kevin Parker. Since 2008, Parker has written, produced, and performed most material solo under the Tame Impala moniker.The sound evolution traces from garage-psych roots on Innerspeaker (2010), to polished pop-infused textures on Currents (2015), groove/pop hybridization on The Slow Rush (2020), and the latest genre blend of psychedelic, disco, house, and pop on Deadbeat, released October 17, 2025. Deadbeat debuted at #4 on Billboard 200, #4 on Official U.K. Albums Chart, and #2 on ARIA Chart.Tame Impala boasts numerous Grammys, ARIA, APRA Awards, and one BRIT Award, with massive streaming success—e.g., “The Less I Know the Better” exceeding 2.2B Spotify streams—yet waited nearly two decades for a first Hot 100 entry.Focus shifts to standout single “Dracula,” released September 26, 2025, as the third from Deadbeat. This third single delivers a bouncy, disco-leaning groove with a “party-until-dawn” narrative using vampire metaphors for nightlife embrace. Praised for its infectious groove, earworm chorus, and Halloween-adjacent energy, it drew mixed reviews (e.g., Medium 6.5/10) but strong community response in outlets like Atwood Magazine.“Dracula” marked Tame Impala's breakthrough: first Billboard Hot 100 entry debuting at #55 (October 2025), peaking at #30; #1 on Alternative Airplay (January 2026, returned #1 February 7 chart); #2 Adult Alternative Airplay; #23 Rock & Alternative Airplay. It ranked #3 in Triple J Hottest 100 (2025), amassed ~221M Spotify streams by February 2026, with debut week U.S. metrics of 6.5M streams, 1.7M radio impressions, and 1K digital sales. It peaked Top 40 on UK Singles Chart over 16 weeks.An early February 2026 remix featuring BLACKPINK's JENNIE added new vocal layers, verse content, and lyric nods to Parker, blending K-pop with psych-pop. Released post-Parker's JENNIE merch sighting at the February 1, 2026 Grammys—where Tame Impala won Best Dance/Electronic Recording for “End Of Summer” (second consecutive in category)—the remix boosted visibility, demographic reach, and chart momentum, sparking follow-up Hot 100 entries like “Loser” (#91) and “My Old Ways” (#56).Analytic Dreamz analyzes “Dracula” as a streaming-driven radio crossover, U.S. chart gateway, and cross-genre platform linking psych-pop and K-pop ecosystems, reinforcing Parker's hybrid legacy amid a 2026 European tour (April 4–May 13, covering major markets like Madrid, Paris, Berlin, London, Amsterdam, Stockholm, Dublin).Tune in for in-depth insights on Tame Impala's evolution, breakthrough success, and strategic significance in modern music.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We're setting the time machine back 20 years to a snowy Saturday night in Charleston.The Flood was on stage at the West Virginia Cultural Center for a FOOTMAD (“Friends of Old-Time Music and Dance”) concert, sharing the bill with another great band, Stewed Mulligan.As reported here earlier, it had been a fun evening of jug band songs and general silliness, blues and fiddle tunes and old-time string band music, so when Michelle Hoge started a classic 1940s jazz standard, a hush fell over the audience.In seconds, people were softly humming along, then they smiled so much during Doug Chaffin's sweet mandolin solo that he had to take a second chorus. Finally, by the time Michelle got to the end of the number, people were on the feet to cheer her. What a sweet memory.About the SongA celebrated ballad that successfully bridged the gap between 1940s R&B and 1960s pop, “Since I Fell for You” evolved from a modest hit into a timeless standard.Pianist/bandleader Buddy Johnson in late 1945 wrote the song that his publisher categorized as a “jump blues.”Johnson famously had a passion for classical music but played to the tastes of his Southern audiences andc composed the song for his sister, Ella Johnson, to sing. While their original recording had some impact, it was Annie Laurie's 1947 version — recorded with Paul Gayten — that attracted serious attention, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard “Race Records” chart.The song found its definitive voice, though, in 1963 thanks to singer Lenny Welch, who was familiar with the song through a 1954 doo-wop cover by The Harptones and suggested it to Archie Bleyer, the president of Cadence Records.When Bleyer bought the original sheet music, Welch was surprised to find a distinct piano introduction that had been omitted from the versions he had heard previously. This recovered intro became a highlight of Welch's recording. Recorded on Aug. 13, 1963, Welch's version broke out in California markets before sweeping across the U.S. It peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 3 on the Easy Listening chart, selling over a million copies.Welch's smooth, middle-of-the-road vocals cemented the song's status as a pop classic. Since then, the song has attracted covers across the genres, including jazz greats like Dinah Washington, country stars like Charlie Rich and Ronnie Milsap and contemporary icons like Bonnie Raitt.Further Floodifying the SongWhile the Feb. 11, 2006, show featured in the audio at the start of this report was The Flood's first public performance of the song, “Since I Fell for You” stayed in the band's repertoire for years. However, its title didn't always come readily to mind. Click the button below for a funny exchange at a rehearsal a few years later:Meanwhile, a dozen years after the song's Flood debut at FOOTMAD, the band was back in Charleston, this time at Taylor Books, where Pamela Bowen shot this video:Framing Michelle's vocals were solos by Floodster Emeritus Paul Martin and guest artist Jim Rumbaugh. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 1937flood.substack.com

Reppin: James Roh on The Rose Documentary, Far East Movement's Historic Breakthrough & The Rose's Rise What does it take to break barriers, top the charts, and still stay rooted in community? In this episode of Reppin, I sit down with James Roh — artist, manager, and founder — to unpack the making of the The Rose Documentary and the remarkable rise of The Rose, a band that has built a fiercely loyal global fanbase through raw honesty, independence, and a commitment to authenticity. We trace the spark that led to the film — from a studio moment inspired by Michelle Yeoh to a key connection with Janet Yang — and why their story resonated so strongly when I saw it premiere at Tribeca Festival. The documentary captures a band navigating military service, label transitions, and creative rebirth while holding tight to friendship and mental health. James also dives deep into Far East Movement's groundbreaking legacy as the first Asian American group to hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with Like a G6. We talk about their decade-long grind, global touring, major collaborations, and the cultural impact of breaking into a space where Asian American artists were rarely seen — along with the backlash and pressure that came with that visibility. Their later album Identity marked a creative turning point, reconnecting the group to culture and community across Asia. You'll hear how James channels those hard-earned lessons into active community building — using his experience to help boost The Rose and create sustainable paths for other artists. Through Transparent Arts, and collaborations with Wong Fu Productions and Gold House, he's focused on building an ecosystem where Asian and Asian American creatives can thrive long term — and why that mission fuels everything he does. This episode is about chart-topping milestones, creative resilience, and the power of lifting others as you rise. If you care about music, identity, and building something bigger than yourself, this conversation is for you. In This Episode: The story behind The Rose documentary and the band's global rise Far East Movement's historic No. 1 hit and cultural impact The realities of visibility, backlash, and redefining success How James uses his journey to strengthen community and boost The Rose Building a lasting Asian American creative ecosystem LEARN MORE ABOUT THE DOCUMENTARY: The Rose: Come Back To Me https://www.therosedoc.com/

Today, we dive into Dan Hill's 1977 mega-ballad, "Sometimes When We Touch." Often labeled the ultimate "weeper," this track explores themes of masculine fragility and raw vulnerability. These concepts commonplace today but groundbreaking for the late 1970s. We discuss how a 19-year-old Hill penned these intense lyrics to compete for the affection of a polyamorous woman who was simultaneously dating a professional football player and a photographer. We also examine the song's unlikely collaboration with songwriter Barry Mann, which helped propel the track to number three on the Billboard Hot 100 during a week otherwise dominated by the Bee Gees. From death-defying encounters involving a gun in the Bahamas to a hostage-like bowling incident, we explore how Hill endured his "albatross" until he recognized it as an open door to a world of opportunities. Join us as we analyze the lyrics and determine if this polarizing hit is truly a guilt-free pleasure or simply "too effing intense" for the average listener! 1970s video 1990s video SCTV "High Q" Sketch Thank you for listening! Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, etc., or send us an email at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com! We'd love your feedback—please rate and review, and don't forget to share our podcast with your friends! Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn.  

Quake discusses Takeoff's murder suspect finally getting a trial date, J. Cole finally responding to Cam'ron's lawsuit, Lil Wayne complaining of no Grammy nominations, Tony Yayo debating that 50 Cent's career was better than Jay-Z's, 50 Cent saying he recorded a mixtape but didn't want to release it, T.I. claiming 50 Cent is avoiding a Verzuz Battle, Kendrick Lamar still holding the most viewed Superbowl Halftime Show and much more.(00:00) - Intro(19:09) - Takeoff's Murder Suspect Finally Gets A Trial Date(21:25) - J. Cole Responds To Cam'ron's Lawsuit(26:33) - Tony Yayo Debates That 50 Cent's Career Was Better Than Jay-Z's(47:02) - Tony Yayo And Uncle Murda Run Into Ja Rule In The Airplane(52:30) - 50 Cent Says He Recorded A Mixtape But Didn't Want To Release It(01:10:41) - T.I. Claims 50 Cent Is Avoiding A Verzuz Battle(01:20:30) - Kendrick Lamar Still Holds The Most Viewed Superbowl Halftime Show(01:22:59) - Billboard Hot 100

Hour 1: Confused? You're at Alice 97.3 with Sarah and Vinnie! The biggest story out of the Olympics yesterday is love. Let's dive into the real life RomCom. Speaking of love, Vinnie's got a story about finding it later in life. Gut bacteria - it's normal! Plus, the Breaking Bad effect is real, and subtitles would have been nice at Hamilton. Hour 2: The FBI was finally able to get the video footage from Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping. Sarah feels strongly about what might have happened. There's conventions for everything these days. The latest is ‘Dancing with the Stars' coming to Palm Springs. PSA for Disney fans: You can now get married at The Haunted Mansion! A moment for The Raiders. People don't like it when teams move. Everyone is talking about the Quad God on the rink. People in the Bay have the most expensive commute in the country - nice. If you eat dinner on the couch, you're not totally alone. (50:48) Hour 3: It's time for our weekly game of Bridge The Gap! Sarah's Rockstar buddy Mike is back, but Teeyona is here for the Zillennials. Can the young girlies take the win against the trivia god? Then, need to fill time? Here are some activities parents are doing with their kids. These foods are officially overrated. Warning: strong opinions ahead. (1:32:29) Hour 4: The Billboard Hot 100 has an all new #1 - and it's country! Another Olivia Dean song is quietly climbing the charts. Cardi B is treating herself during her break-up. Bad Bunny says music can bring us together. Post Malone says the beer at his shows is too expensive. Britney Spears has sold her music catalogue. Young adults are in a dating recession. What is everyone so scared of? Plus, how old is that guy? (2:14:40)

The Billboard Hot 100 has an all new #1 - and it's country! Another Olivia Dean song is quietly climbing the charts. Cardi B is treating herself during her break-up. Bad Bunny says music can bring us together. Post Malone says the beer at his shows is too expensive. Britney Spears has sold her music catalogue. Young adults are in a dating recession. What is everyone so scared of? Plus, how old is that guy?

pWotD Episode 3205: Bad Bunny Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 1,878,321 views on Monday, 9 February 2026 our article of the day is Bad Bunny.Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio (Latin American Spanish: [beˈnito anˈtonjo maɾˈtines oˈkasjo]; born March 10, 1994), known professionally as Bad Bunny, is a Puerto Rican rapper, singer, record producer, and occasional professional wrestler. Dubbed the "King of Latin Trap", Bad Bunny is credited with helping Spanish-language rap music achieve mainstream popularity worldwide. He is considered one of the best Latin rappers of all time.Born in Bayamón and raised in Vega Baja, Bad Bunny rose to prominence in 2016 with his song "Diles", which led to a recording contract with Hear This Music. He continued gaining global recognition with songs such as his feature on Cardi B's Billboard Hot 100 number-one single "I Like It" and his top-ten single "Mía" (featuring Drake). Bad Bunny's debut studio album, X 100pre (2018), peaked at number 11 on the US Billboard 200, while his collaborative album with J Balvin, Oasis (2019), reached number nine. His second solo album, YHLQMDLG (2020), became the highest-charting all-Spanish album to appear on the Billboard 200 at the time at number two, and was followed by the compilation album Las que no iban a salir (2020).El Último Tour Del Mundo (2020), Bad Bunny's third solo album, became the first all-Spanish language album to top the Billboard 200, while its lead single, "Dakiti", reached the top ten of the Hot 100. His fourth solo album, Un Verano Sin Ti (2022), spent 13 weeks atop the Billboard 200, was named the best-performing album of the year, and became the first Spanish-language album to be nominated for the Grammy Award for Album of the Year. He followed it with the Billboard 200 number-one albums Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana (2023) and Debí Tirar Más Fotos (2025); the latter became the first Spanish-language album to win the Grammy Award for Album of the Year. He headlined the Super Bowl LX halftime show in 2026.His accolades include six Grammy Awards, seventeen Latin Grammy Awards, eight Billboard Music Awards, and thirteen Lo Nuestro Awards. He was crowned Artist of the Year by Billboard in 2022 and 2025. He was the most-streamed artist on Spotify from 2020 to 2022 and 2025; he was second in 2023 and third in 2024. Outside of music, he occasionally performs in professional wrestling. Bad Bunny began making appearances on WWE programming in 2021 and made his in-ring debut at WrestleMania 37. He is a one-time WWE 24/7 Champion and has wrestled at the 2022 Royal Rumble and the 2023 Backlash pay-per-view events. Bad Bunny has also starred in multiple films, including Bullet Train (2022), Cassandro (2023), Caught Stealing (2025), and Happy Gilmore 2 (2025).This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 12:39 UTC on Tuesday, 10 February 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Bad Bunny on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Bluesky at @wikioftheday.com.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm generative Ayanda.

Jason Chapin is the son of Harry Chapin, one of the greatest recording artists of the 1970's with two of the biggest and most memorable hits of all time: Taxi and 1974's monumental hit Cat's in the Cradle.  Harry Chapin tragically died in 1981 in an auto accident in Long Island, NY. On the 50th anniversary of Cat's in the Cradle's hitting the charts as #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the week of December 21, 1974, Jason co-produced an award-winning documentary, Harry Chapin - Cat's In the Cradle: The Song that Changed Our Lives.  Included in the film are musical giants like Billy Joel, Judy Collins, Pat Benatar, Dee Snider, Mandy Patinkin & others who weigh in on Harry's legacy. These iconic lyrics from the chorus are among the most famous from any song in history: And the cat's in the cradle and the silver spoon Little Boy Blue and the man in the moon "When you comin' home, dad?" "I don't know when, but we'll get together then You know we'll have a good time then." We discuss: -Why now with a documentary in the 50th anniversary of the song. -Who was the child that arrived? -How did Harry steal the song from his wife? -What do you suppose your mom Sandy Chapin meant by “We don't know life's lessons until too late?” - Which part of the 60% in Taxi that is true is actually true? -Judy Colins - "Harry had lyrically the human touch. Genius of putting scenes together that happened in real life." -Billy Joel - "It was all about humanity.  Not politics, but what it's like to be a human & the foibles & failure & struggles."    

Quake discusses second 6IX9INE robber being arrested for home invasion, Cam'ron breaking down why he sued J. Cole, Lil Wayne complaining of no Grammy nominations, 50 Cent keeping $1 Million lawsuit against ex going and roasting Floyd Mayweather for his Showtime lawsuit, 21 Savage getting stripped of 25 million Spotify streams, Jimmy Iovine Breaks Down Why Streaming Only Works For Artists Like Drake And Kendrick Lamar, 50 Cent saying he's going to make a documentary on Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar officially winning the most Grammys for a rapper ever and much more.(00:00) - Intro(08:14) - Second 6IX9INE Robber Arrest For Home Invasion(09:27) - Cam'ron Breaks Down Why He Sued J. Cole(23:46) - Lil Wayne Complains Of No Grammy Nominations(30:47) - 50 Cent Keeps $1 Million Lawsuit Against Ex Going(35:19) - 50 Cent Roasts Floyd Mayweather For His Showtime Lawsuit(43:41) - 21 Savage Gets Stripped Of 25 Million Spotify Streams, 21 Responds(45:02) - Jimmy Iovine Breaks Down Why Streaming Only Works For Artists Like Drake And Kendrick Lamar(44:47) - Billboard Hot 100

"Palisades Park" (from Wikipedia) Chuck Barris wrote a song about an amusement park and it was suggested he use the name of an amusement park as the title. One night he was in Manhattan when he looked toward the New Jersey Palisades Cliffs, on which the amusement park sat. That was when inspiration hit and the title was added. Years later the Palisades Amusement Park closed, on September 12, 1971.[2] A tribute to New Jersey's Palisades Amusement Park, it is an up-tempo rock and roll tune led by a distinctive organ part. The track also incorporates amusement park sound effects, including the sounds of screaming riders on the roller coasters, and the quoting of a slower version of "Entrance of the Gladiators", played on an organ imitating a hurdy-gurdy or calliope. In the song, the singer takes a walk after dark and discovers Palisades Park, where he meets and falls in love with a girl. Among the list of rides and attractions listed in the song are: Shoot the Chute, Rocket Ship, Roller Coaster, Loop the Loop, Merry Go Round, Tunnel of Love, and the Ferris Wheel. Chart performanceReleased by Swan Records as a B-side to "June, July and August," "Palisades Park" broke in when a Flint, Michigan radio DJ played it by mistake. It peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 on 23–30 June 1962,[3] On the Hot R&B Sides chart, the song went to #15.[4] "Palisades Park" was the biggest hit of Cannon's career.[5] And, check out Freddy Cannon's webpage: https://www.freddycannon.com/default.htm

The Billboard Hot 100 has a new #1, and Bob can't wait to see him! The internet is feeling bad for Alex Warren after his Grammy performance. Billie Eilish is being called a hypocrite after her Grammys speech. Ozzfest will live on. Stop wearing jeans on flights. If you live near Levi's Stadium it might be a good time to Airbnb your house.

Hour 1: Who needs an ACL? Not Lindsey Vonn - she's skiing in the Olympics no matter what. Here are the Olympic events we're looking forward to the most. Jill Biden's ex husband has been charged with murdering his wife. Thanks to the mail carriers out there, but what's with the vibes at the post office? Quentin Tarantino's first gig might surprise you. Duck duck chicken eggs, and Bill Gates is in the Epstein files. Hour 2: Video from the scene of Savannah Guthrie's mom's abduction is surfacing. TMZ is saying there's a ransom note asking for big money in Bitcoin. The Super Bowl is reporting live from Alcatraz? Jon Bon Jovi and Chris Pratt are announcing the teams to the field - here's why. We're ready to see what Bad Bunny is gonna bring to the table. Meanwhile, here are past halftime performances that aren't remembered fondly. The weather has been TOO good. Eddie Bauer is closing all their stores. This Olympic bobsledder funded her trip to Milan with OnlyFans. Matty is recommending ‘Cool Runnings' for some underdog Olympic inspiration. Get some etiquette, people! (51:01) Hour 3: All Mill Valley all the time for today's edition of Bridge The Gap! Can IT Genius Sam pull out the first 3-pet for the Zillennials? The Super Bowl should be perfectly cool and rain free here in the Bay. Jim Carrey (2-time Golden Globe Winner) is giving advice to the youths. The science behind goosebumps. When did it first hit you that you're not “young” anymore? (1:32:20) Hour 4: The Billboard Hot 100 has a new #1, and Bob can't wait to see him! The internet is feeling bad for Alex Warren after his Grammy performance. Billie Eilish is being called a hypocrite after her Grammys speech. Ozzfest will live on. Stop wearing jeans on flights. If you live near Levi's Stadium it might be a good time to Airbnb your house. (2:09:45)

There was a lot of pop love to go around at Sunday's 2026 Grammy Awards, where four different artists won in the Big Four categories and the pop categories shared the wealth. Katie and Keith discuss the winners and chat about the performances on the show. Plus, there's chart news on Megadeth scoring its first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 ever, while Harry Styles' "Aperture" debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For a good few years, Paula Abdul was an unstoppable force in music. We discuss her beginnings and the creation of her bestselling debut album. It all culminates in this song - her 4th #1 Billboard Hot 100 hit featuring a rapping randy alley cat. It's a natural fact! Links: Official Video Video before rotoscoping Paula Abdul in 1978 - "The Party Song" Thank you for listening! Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, etc., or send us an email at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com! We'd love your feedback—please rate and review, and don't forget to share our podcast with your friends! Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn.  

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In the Notorious Mass Effect segment, Analytic Dreamz breaks down Don Toliver's explosive 2026 launch with his fifth studio album OCTANE, released January 30, 2026, via Cactus Jack, Atlantic Records, and Donnway & Co.The Houston rapper—born Caleb Zackery Toliver, June 12, 1994—builds on his psychedelic trap-R&B signature, influenced by Bobby Womack and Pharrell. After breakout mixtape Donny Womack (2018), Astroworld feature on "Can't Say," viral "No Idea" (#43 Hot 100 peak), and hits like "Lemonade," OCTANE follows Hardstone Psycho (2024) with 18 tracks including "E85," "Body" (sampling Justin Timberlake's "Rock Your Body" with Travis Scott co-production), "Rendezvous" (ft. Yeat), "Secondhand" (ft. Rema), "Tiramisu," and "ATM." Early buzz highlights the nostalgic Timberlake flip, visualizers, and high-energy, experimental production inspired by LA drives and creative immersion.With no chart data yet on release day, Toliver's streaming momentum positions OCTANE for strong Billboard Hot 100 and R&B impact, echoing prior successes.Adding to the momentum, Don Toliver headlines Summerfest 2026's American Family Insurance Amphitheater on June 19 in Milwaukee—his first time headlining the world's largest music festival—with special guests SahBabii, Che, SoFayGo, sosocamo, Chase B, and Lelo. Tickets went on sale January 30 at 10:00 a.m. via summerfest.com and Ticketmaster, including general admission. The lineup features other amphitheater headliners like Garth Brooks (June 16-17), Megan Moroney (June 18), Ed Sheeran (June 25), Post Malone (June 27), Muse (July 2), and Jelly Roll (July 4), confirming Toliver's rising festival draw.Analytic Dreamz analyzes how OCTANE evolves his sound, leverages samples for viral potential, and cements his top-tier status amid strong social media reception and touring announcements.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

pWotD Episode 3194: Nicki Minaj Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 227,431 views on Thursday, 29 January 2026 our article of the day is Nicki Minaj.Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj ( NIK-ee min-AHZH), is a Trinidadian rapper, singer, and songwriter. Dubbed the "Queen of Rap", she is noted for her animated rap flow, musical versatility, and alter egos. Minaj began rapping professionally in the early 2000s and gained recognition with her three mixtapes between 2007 and 2009. Minaj's debut studio album, Pink Friday (2010), opened with the largest female rap album sales week of the 21st century and spawned the single "Super Bass". She explored dance-pop on her second US number-one album, Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded (2012), which produced the single "Starships". She returned to her hip-hop roots with The Pinkprint (2014) and Queen (2018), which yielded the singles "Anaconda" and "Chun-Li". Minaj achieved her first Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles in 2020 with Doja Cat's "Say So" and 6ix9ine's "Trollz". Her fifth album, Pink Friday 2 (2023), made her the female rapper with the most US number-one albums (three) and spawned her first solo US number-one single, "Super Freaky Girl". Its concert tour became the highest-grossing by a female rapper.Minaj is one of the world's best-selling music artists and the best-selling female rapper, with over 100 million records sold. She has over 54 million certified singles sold in the US and three diamond-certified singles by the RIAA. Her various accolades include a Brit Award, five Billboard Music Awards, nine American Music Awards and eight MTV Video Music Awards (including the Vanguard Award). Time named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016.Minaj founded the record label imprint Heavy On It in 2023. Outside of music, her other endeavors include a fragrance line, a press on nails line, a Loci sneakers collection, and the radio show Queen Radio (2018–2023). She has also voice acted in the animated films Ice Age: Continental Drift (2012) and The Angry Birds Movie 2 (2019), and acted in the comedy films The Other Woman (2014) and Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016). On television, she served as a judge on the twelfth season of American Idol (2013). Her outspoken views have received significant media attention.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 02:07 UTC on Friday, 30 January 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Nicki Minaj on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Salli.

Quake discusses his Hip-Hop classic albums list, Lil Durk allegedly placing a $1 Million bounty on Quando Rondo's head, his team demanding removal of his music as murder-for-hire trial evidence, J. Cole enlisting Drake's lawyers amid legal battle with Cam'ron, 50 Cent & Netflix getting sued by former sex worker over Diddy Docuseries, Pharrell hitting back at Chad Hugo's financial impropriety allegations, Kanye West apologizing for his actions the past few years, J. Cole dissing Drake, Fat Joe and more on “Birthday Blizzard 26” Mixtape and much more.(00:00) - Intro(02:17) - Quake Talks About His Hip-Hop Classic Albums List(15:15) - Lil Durk Allegedly Placed A $1 Million Bounty On Quando Rondo's Head(21:59) - Lil Durk Demands Removal Of His Music As Murder-For-Hire Trial Evidence(24:54) - J. Cole Enlists Drake's Lawyers Amid Legal Battle With Cam'ron(26:35) - 50 Cent & Netflix Sued By Former Sex Worker Over Diddy Docuseries(33:33) - 50 Cent Disses Fabolous & Lloyd Banks(42:59) - Pharrell Hits Back At Chad Hugo's Financial Impropriety Allegations(45:11) - Kanye West Apologizes For His Actions The Past Few Years(50:23) - J. Cole Disses Drake, Fat Joe and More On “Birthday Blizzard 26” Mixtape(01:07:13) - Quake Ranks J. Cole's Albums From Worst To Best(01:20:17) - Billboard Hot 100

A data firm analysed 25 years of Billboard Hot 100 lyrics and confirmed what we've all been feeling—pop music is getting way sadder and angstier. They tracked moods like heartbreak, joy, angst and love across thousands of songs, and tracks invoking angst and heartbreak are dominating the charts now (hello Billie Eilish, Sam Smith, and Die With A Smile). Love songs are still hanging in there, but here's the kicker: "despair" started spiking sharply after 2020. Apparently the pandemic really said let's make everything a vibe check, and pop music took notes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The week of January 27th, 1986 found the Billboard Hot 100 glowing like a neon strip of American pop confidence. Radio and record stores were in lockstep, and the charts reflected a nation humming along to big hooks and bigger personalities. Bruce Springsteen was still flying the blue collar flag high, Dire Straits proved that sophisticated guitar rock could dominate mainstream ears, and The Cars continued to fuse new wave cool with arena sized melodies. These were songs built for car stereos, shopping malls, and late night countdown shows, polished just enough to feel timeless but still crackling with mid-80s energy. Now, forty years later, Dave and Rob rewind the tape to revisit a chart that felt less like a list and more like a cultural snapshot. Mr. Mister's sleek, keyboard driven anthems floated alongside guitar heroes and synth architects, all competing for the same precious real estate on radios across America. Album sales mattered, airplay mattered, and the Hot 100 became the scoreboard where it all converged. This week in 1986 reminds us of an era when songs didn't just chart, they camped out in your head for months, becoming the soundtrack to daily life and the echoes that still follow us decades later Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/iq8iShjXOLb   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/id1662282694    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/11dk5TUoLUk4euD1Te1EYG?si=b37496eb6e784408    Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1960c8f9-158d-43ac-89a6-d868ea1fe077/totally-80s-and-90s-recall    YouTube Podcasts: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH9lGakNgCDZUkkHMUu88uXYMJu_33Rab&si=xo0EEVJRSwS68mWZ   Playlists: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1DJLbXKYb7yszYsV5h2qxm?si=yPbFNi4RSOKjaCNBS4_h8A    Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/billboard-hot-100-jan-27-1986/pl.u-mJy89J4tB1e07X?ls   Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/user-playlists/b4dcac20ba434d9480532b1c4fea6daasune?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_Yybw4IcSjS0eml0R1a7N4mRB9 Contact Us: Website: https://totally80s90srecall.podbean.com/  Email: 80s90srecall@gmail.com   LinkTree:https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall

Quake discusses Gucci Mane responding to Pooh Shiesty robbing rumors, YNW Melly's witness tampering charges dropped ahead of trial, Offset finally paying off $1.5 Million in taxes amid Cardi B divorce, Fat Joe's ex-hypeman claiming he's too scared to appear in court, Travis Scott finally responding to Pusha T's “So Be It” diss, Fat Joe saying he can't respect J. Cole after his feud with Kendrick Lamar, ASAP Rocky's “Don't Be Dumb” sales projections taking a significant hit, Drake scoring major legal win as photographer abandons lawsuit, Cam'ron reflecting on beefing with Dame Dash on new freestyle and much more.(00:00) - Intro(05:19) - Gucci Mane Responds To Pooh Shiesty Robbing Rumors(09:24) - YNW Melly's Witness Tampering Charges Dropped Ahead Of Trial(12:29) - Offset Finally Pays Off $1.5 Million In Taxes Amid Cardi B Divorce(14:25) - Fat Joe's Ex-Hypeman Claims He's Too Scared To Appear In Court(19:54) - Travis Scott Finally Responds To Pusha T's “So Be It” Diss(22:44) - Fat Joe Can't Respect J. Cole After His Feud With Kendrick Lamar(33:32) - ASAP Rocky's “Don't Be Dumb” Sales Projections Take A Significant Hit(36:11) - Drake Scores Major Legal Win As Photographer Abandons Lawsuit And Moves To Appeal Dismissal Of UMG “Not Like Us” Lawsuit(41:08) - Billboard Hot 100

The Billboard Hot 100 has a new King. Vinnie's daughter has a new favorite movie, and Bob appreciates her taste. YouTubers are using AI, but the platform claims to be cracking down on “AI slop.” House burping - it sounds stupid, but Sarah & Vinnie actually think it's a good idea. Vinnie tries to tell us about design trends people hate, but it turns into Sarah and Bob teaching Vinnie about maximizing comfyness.

Hour 1: William Shatner has everyone asking, “Should my parents still be driving?” Oh boy, Blake Lively's lawsuit reveals Taylor Swift's personal text messages. Is the world ready for a new type of pizza? Pepperoni is cancelled. Bob shares a college story that is all too familiar. Plus, Australians never want to stop the party! Hour 2: Ashton Kutcher is leading an empire in a new tv show ‘The Beauty.' Sarah's got a list of the most offensive reality tv shows ever - yikes! 84% of us say music is an important part of our day. Do the Grammy's truly represent the best music of the year? Here are the hot spots for 2026 (according to Kayak). (51:26) Hour 3: Sarah & Vinnie's battle of the generations has two new competitors today. Guru from 957TheGame has an epic story, but does he have the chops to win for GenX? Meanwhile, Sam, the station's IT genius, is representing the Zillennialls. Let's play Bridge The Gap! If we curse in front of our kids can we really blame them for using that language too? GLP-1's are going to save airlines money in fuel. Will that savings be passed on to us? Breaking up is never easy - does this new tactic make it better or worse? (1:30:53) Hour 4: The Billboard Hot 100 has a new King. Vinnie's daughter has a new favorite movie, and Bob appreciates her taste. YouTubers are using AI, but the platform claims to be cracking down on “AI slop.” House burping - it sounds stupid, but Sarah & Vinnie actually think it's a good idea. Vinnie tries to tell us about design trends people hate, but it turns into Sarah and Bob teaching Vinnie about maximizing comfyness. (2:12:44)

In this episode, special co-host Diana Yáñez and Sweet Miche explore the concept of belonging, not just to each other, but to all of existence. From the linguistic wisdom of the Aymara people to the radical call of liberation theology and the hard work of healing Quaker involvement in Indian Boarding Schools, we're asking what might happen to our faith if we start living from the "We" instead of the "I"? Jiwasa: The Communal We with Rubén Hilari Quispe  Rubén, an Aymara Quaker and linguist, introduces us to jiwasa – a concept of "we-ness" that includes humans, the environment, and even the objects around us. He invites us to sit with the unsettled feeling of language that doesn't center the individual. Read Rubén's article, "Jiwasa, the Communal We" in the January 2026 issue of Friends Journal or at FriendsJournal.org. You can hear an extended interview in Spanish with English subtitles at the Friends Journal YouTube page.  Liberation Theology and the Inner Light with Renzo Carranza  Guatemalan Friend Renzo Carranza explores how the Quaker Inner Light intersects with the radical tradition of liberation theology. Together, they form a call to action: to reinterpret the gospels from the perspective of the marginalized and transform society. Watch the full QuakerSpeak video, “Transforming the SPIRIT: Liberation Theology and the Inner Light” at QuakerSpeak.com. Collective Relationship and Boarding Schools with Rachel Overstreet  Rachel Overstreet (Choctaw Nation) discusses the history of Quaker Indian boarding schools. She suggests that the way forward isn't through individual guilt, but through collective relationship. Read Rachel's article, “Speaking with Friends About Indian Boarding Schools” in the January 2026 issue of Friends Journal or at FriendsJournal.org. Rachel writes the Native American Legislative Update, a monthly newsletter on the most important developments on Capitol Hill related to Indian Country. You can also write your Congressperson to cosponsor and pass the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies Act. Find out more at fcnl.org/issues/native-americans. Book Review: Chooch Helped  Katie Green reviews a charming children's book by Andrea L. Rogers and Rebecca Lee Koons (Cherokee Nation) that celebrates present-day Cherokee family life and love. Read Katie's review of Chooch Helped in the January 2026 issue or at FriendsJournal.org. Recommended Resources by Indigenous Creators Jonny Appleseed (Novel) By Joshua Whitehead (they/them) A beautifully fragmented story about a Two-Spirit, Indigiqueer person navigating life in Winnipeg. The title ironically reclaims a settler-colonial myth to tell a raw story of modern Indigenous identity. Coyote & Crow (Tabletop Role-Playing Game) Created by a team of over 30 Indigenous creators Set in an "Indigenous Futurism" world where the Americas were never colonized. This RPG focuses on community, advanced technology, and spirits in a world where history took a different path. Drama & Performance The Thanksgiving Play (Play) By Larissa FastHorse (Sicangu Lakota Nation) A biting, hilarious satire that made history as the first play by a Native American woman on Broadway. It follows four well-meaning white people trying to create a "politically correct" Thanksgiving play for a school. The Rez Sisters (Play) By Tomson Highway (Cree) A modern classic of Indigenous drama. It tells the story of seven women on a reserve who dream of winning "the biggest bingo game in the world." It's a powerful blend of humor, tragedy, and the supernatural. Mary Kathryn Nagle: Land Sovereignty and Indigenous Women's Rights (Podcast/Interview) Produced by Peterson Toscano for Citizens Climate Radio A deep-dive conversation with Cherokee playwright and attorney Mary Kathryn Nagle. She discusses how her plays, like Sovereignty and Manahatta, serve as "living law," using the stage to advocate for tribal jurisdiction and the safety of Indigenous women. Music & Audio Come and Get Your Love (Song) By Redbone The 1974 hit that made Redbone the first Native American band to reach the top five on the Billboard Hot 100. Forged (Podcast) CBC Listen / Host: Adrian Stimson A gripping series exploring a massive art fraud ring involving the works of Norval Morrisseau, the "Picasso of the North." Literature & Thought Sacred Instructions (Book) By Sherri Mitchell (Weh'na Ha'mu Kwasset) A roadmap for "spirit-based change" drawing on Penobscot ancestral wisdom to address modern crises. Dr. Lyla June Johnston (Scholar & Musician) A Diné (Navajo) and Cheyenne artist whose work blends hip-hop with traditional acoustics and ecological activism. Digital Culture & Media Trixie Mattel: Root Maintenance (Video/Q&A) The world-famous drag queen discusses her biracial Ojibwe heritage and navigating identity in the public eye. Rez Ball (Film) Produced by LeBron James and Sterlin Harjo A 2024 film following a Navajo high school basketball team, capturing the unique, fast-paced style of "Rezball." Next Month's Question A central part of Quakerism is our commitment to peace. But that doesn't mean we should avoid conflict. In fact, it means we have a specific responsibility to it. What is a small practice that brings you a measure of peace or stability in the midst of conflict and turmoil? Leave a voice memo at 317-QUAKERS (317-782-5377) Email us at podcast@friendsjournal.org Sponsors Quakers Today is a project of Friends Publishing Corporation. This season is sponsored by: Friends Fiduciary: Ethical investing through a Quaker lens. Learn more at FriendsFiduciary.org. American Friends Service Committee (AFSC): Challenging injustice and building peace. Visit afsc.org. For a full transcript, visit QuakersToday.org.

Verbal Diorama is a podcast all about How It's Done. It being movies, and to be honest, this one is as Golden as they come. I'm Free to Takedown the history and legacy of Kpop Demon Hunters, with the outcome of me becoming Your Idol. This is What It Sounds Like... my little Soda Pop.When director Maggie Kang set out to create an animated musical combining K-pop, Korean mythology, and a demon-slaying girl group, she had a clear vision: to make a film authentically rooted in Korean culture. After more than a decade working on major animated projects, Kang pitched what she called her "love letter to K-pop" and her Korean heritage to Sony Pictures Animation. The result was KPop Demon Hunters, a film that would go on to become a global phenomenon that no-one saw coming.The film's success exceeded all expectations. KPop Demon Hunters became Netflix's most-watched film ever with over 500 million views, surpassing even Squid Game. The soundtrack made history as the first film soundtrack to place four songs in the Billboard Hot 100's top ten simultaneously, with lead single "Golden" holding the number one spot for eight weeks. The song earned five Grammy nominations, and songwriter EJAE became the first Korean American woman nominated for Song of the Year.KPop Demon Hunters represents a significant evolution in the Korean Wave. Created by a largely non-Korean production team in America, the film nonetheless maintained deep cultural authenticity, from its references to Korean girl groups of the past, and to Korean shamanism, to the small details like how characters use their chopsticks. It combines vibrant animation with KPop culture, creating a unique visual and audible feast. The soundtrack is not just catchy; it's Golden.Play me on repeat 끝없이 in your head.Support Verbal DioramaLoved this episode? Here's how you can help:⭐ Leave a 5-star review on your podcast app

Quake discusses J. Cole's return to music, John Forte's death at 50 years old, Kurupt being hospitalized, Cam'ron dropping key part of his lawsuit over J Cole's “Ready 24”, FBG Duck's mom doubling down on lawsuit against Lil Durk, Chris Brown's $500 Million lawsuit tossed out by judge, R. Kelly being under fire as prison music begins to get industry push, Pooh Shiesty's Record Label clearing up rumors of him getting locked up, Drake becoming first rapper with 10 albums on the Billboard 200, 50 Cent investing $124 Million in Louisiana for G-Unit Film And Television and much more.(00:00) - Intro(01:15) - J. Cole's Return To Music(12:33) - John Forte Dead At 50(13:28) - Kurupt Is Hospitalized(20:23) - Cam'ron Drops Key Part Of His Lawsuit Over J Cole's “Ready 24”(22:10) - FBG Duck's Mom Doubles Down On Lawsuit Against Lil Durk(29:06) - Chris Brown's $500 Million Lawsuit Tossed Out By Judge(33:00) - R. Kelly Under Fire As Prison Music Begins To Get Industry Push(40:16) - Pooh Shiesty's Record Label Clears Up Rumors Of Him Getting Locked Up(42:30) - DJ Akademiks Says Drake's For All The Dogs Is A Classic(47:40) - Drake Becomes First Rapper With 10 Albums On The Billboard 200(49:31) - 50 Cent Invests $124 Million In Louisiana For G-Unit Film And Television(54:16) - Billboard Hot 100

Hour 1: The creator of the famous Dilbert comic strip, Scott Adams, has passed away. The Fresh Prince of Belair house is for sale. For the first time in 25 years, California is drought free - so enjoy the beautiful weather this week guilt free! Our relationships with our dogs have really evolved since the first dog park was established in Berkeley. San Francisco will be represented in the Puppy Bowl this year. Is there any cool way to pick up after your dog? Hour 2: Thank you, Live Nation. Celebrity bad behavior continues: Timothy Busfield has turned himself in with his wife, Melissa Gilbert, by his side. Meanwhile, Kiefer Sutherland was arrested for allegedly assaulting his rideshare driver. A memorial will be held this weekend in Golden Gate Park for Claude, the Bay Area's late albino alligator. Ed Sheeran is probably thrilled about the new Heinz French fry box. Eye glasses just got smart, actually. GenZ already can't imagine life without Chat GPT. (49:33) Hour 3: It's time for the generations to battle it out in the hopes of bringing us all closer together… hmm. Steiny is back for his third and final appearance. Can he be Sarah & Vinnie's first ever 3-peat? Today's challenger is a 25 year baker from Sales. Will today's loser be sour? The astronaut dealing with a medical issue comes home today. Would a TV about two astronauts stuck at the space station be incredibly interesting or boring? Do tasers work on mermaids? These sports are shockingly dangerous. Let's talk about guacamole. (1:32:21) Hour 4: The enthusiasm for BottleRock is unmatched. Taylor Swift is where she belongs, on the Billboard Hot 100 at least. Fleetwood Mac's ‘Landslide' is charting… for the first time?! US Vinyl sales rose for the 19th consecutive year. Here's who's leading the charge. The toughest Kiss, Marry, Kill we've had yet. A little sports update from Vinnie. How do we get our hands on an elite passport? And when the heck did that happen? (2:11:29)

The enthusiasm for BottleRock is unmatched. Taylor Swift is where she belongs, on the Billboard Hot 100 at least. Fleetwood Mac's ‘Landslide' is charting… for the first time?! US Vinyl sales rose for the 19th consecutive year. Here's who's leading the charge. The toughest Kiss, Marry, Kill we've had yet. A little sports update from Vinnie. How do we get our hands on an elite passport? And when the heck did that happen?

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠ In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz provides an in-depth analytical breakdown of Sienna Spiro's breakout single “Die On This Hill,” released October 10, 2025, via Capitol Records—the defining hit from her debut EP Sink Now, Swim Later.Born September 25, 2005, in London, UK, the 20-year-old singer-songwriter boasts a deep alto voice influenced by Etta James, Amy Winehouse, Frank Sinatra, and early-2000s hip-hop. She began songwriting at age 10, went viral on TikTok in 2022 with covers and originals, dropped out of school at 16 to pursue music full-time, and built early momentum with singles like “Maybe” (#75 UK Singles Chart, 2024) and her 2025 EP.Co-written by Spiro with Omer Fedi, Michael Pollack, and Blake Slatkin, the piano-led ballad—sparked by a Bohemian Rhapsody-inspired piano mistake—features cinematic strings by Rob Moose and explores stubborn love, emotional entrapment, and toxic relationships with raw vulnerability and dramatic structure. Live-debuted at KOKO London (September 2025), it earned widespread praise for vocal control and emotional depth.As of January 2026, the track achieved her first UK Top 10 (#9 peak on Official Singles Chart), debuted at #69 on Billboard Hot 100 (week of January 10, climbing), hit Spotify US #23 and Global #47 peaks, amassed 145+ million global streams (over 16 million by November 2025), and contributed to Sink Now, Swim Later surpassing 122 million cumulative streams—driven by TikTok emotional-clip trends and organic virality.Television exposure accelerated crossover: UK debut on Later… with Jools Holland, U.S. performances on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (January 2026), TODAY, and prior The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (via “Maybe”). Support slots with Teddy Swims (North America) and Sam Smith boosted visibility.Her sold-out 2026 North American headline tour, The Visitor Tour, launches March 3–6 at Troubadour (Los Angeles, 2 dates), includes stops at Café Du Nord (San Francisco), Lincoln Hall (Chicago), The Great Hall (Toronto), The Atlantis (Washington, DC), The Foundry (Philadelphia), Brighton Music Hall (Boston), and concludes March 17–18 at Bowery Ballroom (New York, 2 dates)—all 100% sold out across 10 dates.Industry nods include BRIT Awards Critics' Choice shortlist (2026). Analytic Dreamz dissects how “Die On This Hill” transformed TikTok virality into chart success, streaming dominance, TV breakthroughs, and touring demand—positioning Spiro as a soulful, performance-driven rising star with organic, accelerated momentum entering 2026.Join Analytic Dreamz for this no-fluff, data-driven deep dive into one of 2025-2026's most compelling breakout stories. Stream “Die On This Hill” now and stay locked in for more Notorious Mass Effect.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz provides a detailed analytical breakdown of Ella Langley's massive breakout single “Choosin' Texas,” released October 17, 2025, as the lead track from her upcoming sophomore album.Born May 3, 1999, in Hope Hull, Alabama, Ella Langley fuses traditional country twang with rock grit, drawing from influences like Willie Nelson, Stevie Nicks, and Miranda Lambert. After her 2024 project Hungover (and deluxe Still Hungover) and the 2× Platinum CMA multi-award-winning duet “You Look Like You Love Me” with Riley Green, Langley solidifies her solo rise with this co-write featuring Miranda Lambert (on co-writing, background vocals, and co-production with Luke Dick and Joybeth Taylor).“Choosin' Texas” delivers upbeat Southern grit, heartfelt themes of lost love to a “Texas woman,” and confident storytelling inspired by Lambert's personal tales. Debuted live in February 2025 and performed at the 2025 CMA Awards, the track exploded organically through touring, fan engagement, TikTok/Shazam traction, and radio momentum—no major media syncs required.Chart dominance as of January 2026 includes: #1 on Billboard Hot Country Songs (first career No. 1), fastest solo female climb to Top 10 Country Airplay this decade (8 weeks, breaking records), #1 on UK Country Airplay for multiple weeks, #1 on Apple Music Country, and #1 Best Country Song of 2025 on Spotify/Billboard. It achieved Top 5 on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 (dated Jan. 10, 2026), a rare feat for a solo female country artist this century (only the 12th since 2000), plus Top 5 on US Spotify all-genre streaming. Over 70+ million Spotify streams fuel its crossover success in a male-dominated format.Analytic Dreamz examines the song's record-breaking radio impact, international reach, Miranda Lambert's public praise, viral speculation (denied by Langley), and how it positions her as a culturally resonant, commercially powerhouse new country star entering 2026 with CRS New Faces spotlight and more momentum ahead.Join Analytic Dreamz for this no-fluff, data-driven deep dive into one of 2025-2026's defining country anthems. Stream “Choosin' Texas” now and lock in for more Notorious Mass Effect.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz breaks down the raw, underground urbano/trap single “Pase y Toque” by BeatBoy (MX) and Victor Mendivil, released December 12, 2025, via Xkalibvr Music as a digital-only track (≈2:48 runtime).Victor Mendivil, born 2005 in Mexico, fuses hip house, reggaetón, and gangsta rap. He broke through via features on corridos tumbados tracks (e.g., Óscar Maydon's “Hong Kong” in 2023), often praised on X for outshining collaborators. In 2025, he signed a 360 deal with Rico o Muerto (founded by Óscar Maydon, partnered with Downtown Artist & Label Services), positioning him as flagship artist alongside collabs with Natanael Cano, Alemán, Luis R Conriquez, and more. BeatBoy provides bass-heavy, party-oriented trap production with low-visibility underground roots.The explicit track dives into hedonism, nightlife, substances (keta, popper, LSD, nitro), luxury (Mansory Tesla, Johnny Dang diamonds), sex, and street bravado with aggressive, raw delivery tailored to Mexican urbano/trap scenes. Lyrics emphasize “puro pase y toque” repetition, blending braggadocio and party energy without mainstream polish.No music video, radio airplay, or major chart entries (Billboard Hot 100, Hot Latin Songs absent as of January 2026). Growth relies on Spotify/Apple Music streams, fan-made playlists (some with thousands of saves), and niche X/TikTok buzz in Latino communities. Pre-release “filtrada” versions sparked discussion, but explicit content caps algorithmic/radio push.Analytic Dreamz analyzes its niche traction: limited editorial support, no visuals or viral catalysts yet, but tied to Mendivil's rising street credibility post-Rico o Muerto signing. Upside hinges on label investment, potential TikTok uptake in Mexican subcultures, or future remixes—positioning it as early momentum for an emerging Mexican rap voice rather than immediate breakout.Join Analytic Dreamz for this no-fluff, data-driven look at an authentic underground release reinforcing Victor Mendivil's ascent in 2025-2026 urbano rap. Stream “Pase y Toque” now and stay locked in for more Notorious Mass Effect.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tommy James & The Shondells have sold over 110 million records, had 32 Billboard Hot 100 hits, 23 Gold Singles, 9 Platinum Albums, and been awarded a BMI Five Million-Air Award! Their music has been featured in over 200 films, TV shows (like Breaking Bad & The Simpsons), and commercials. To date, over 300 musicians have recorded covers of their music, including Billy Idol, Joan Jett, Prince, R.E.M., Kelly Clarkson, Bruce Springsteen, and The Boston Pops, and yet, they didn't see a penny of their royalties! Enter mobster, Morris Levy, of Roulette Records. It's a story for the books, and Tommy James wrote it. Me, The Mob, and The Music, soon to be a streaming series on a television near you. It's a thrill ride read, what a tale, and Tommy shares some highs and lows, complete with impressions, right here. Tommy James of TJ & The Shondells Live on Game Changers With Vicki Abelson THURSDAY, 1/8/26, ** Special Time 2 PM PT, 5 PM ET** Streamed Live on my FB & YouTube https://bit.ly/49eCSb4 https://www.youtube.com/live/W6myTrGMvcU

1984 (stylized in Roman numerals as MCMLXXXIV) is the sixth studio album by American rock band Van Halen, released on January 9, 1984.[2] It was the last Van Halen studio album until A Different Kind of Truth (2012) to feature lead singer David Lee Roth, who left the band in 1985 following creative differences. This is the final full-length album to feature all four original members (Van Halen brothers, Roth, and Michael Anthony), although they reunited briefly in 2000 to start work on what would much later become 2012's A Different Kind of Truth.[3] Roth returned in 2007, but Eddie's son Wolfgang replaced Anthony in 2006.[2] 1984 and Van Halen's debut are Van Halen's best-selling albums, each having sold more than 10 million copies in the United States.[4] 1984 was well received by music critics. Rolling Stone ranked the album number 81 on its list of the 100 Greatest Albums of the 1980s. It reached number two on the Billboard 200 and remained there for five weeks, kept off the top spot by Michael Jackson's Thriller, on which guitarist Eddie Van Halen made a guest performance. 1984 produced four singles, including "Jump", Van Halen's only number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100; the top-20 hits "Panama" and "I'll Wait"; and the MTV favorite "Hot for Teacher". The album was certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 1999, signifying ten million shipped copies in the U.S. 1984 track listing Side one No. Title Length 1. "1984" (instrumental) 1:07 2. "Jump" 4:01 3. "Panama" 3:31 4. "Top Jimmy" 2:59 5. "Drop Dead Legs" 4:14 Side two No. Title Length 6. "Hot for Teacher" 4:42 7. "I'll Wait" 4:40 8. "Girl Gone Bad" 4:35 9. "House of Pain" 3:19 Win Van Halen items! Click to SUBSCRIBE to the channel & watch for another chance to win Tuesday! https://www.youtube.com/user/johnnybeane?sub_confirmation=1 Follow Johnny Beane: Website: http://www.johnnybeane.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnnybeane Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnnybeane Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/johnnybeane TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@johnnybeanetv Join our Van Halen group on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/EVHFANPAGE

Quake discusses Lil Durk's murder for hire trial being delayed once again, 6IX9INE officially turning himself in to begin his prison sentence, Diddy's employees bring allegedly furious they ain't getting paid, 50 Cent and Cam'ron clowning Jim Jones for having no money for a heater, saying he'll only respond to Fabolous, Papoose and more if they can do this and much more.(00:00) - Intro(03:05) - Lil Durk's Murder For Hire Trial Delayed Once Again(12:19) - 6IX9INE Officially Turns Himself In To Begin His Prison Sentence(19:34) - Diddy's Employees Are Allegedly Furious They Ain't Getting Paid(23:33) - 50 Cent And Cam'ron Clown Jim Jones For Having No Money For A Heater(35:38) - 50 Cent Says He'll Only Respond To Fabolous, Papoose And More If They Can Do This(47:20) - Billboard Hot 100

The Billboard Hot 100 has been ranking the week's most popular music since 1958. The first song to top the chart was Ricky Nelson's Poor Little Fool. The most recent song to do so is Taylor Swift's The Fate of Ophelia. A lot has changed in the music industry between those two songs, not only in the types of songs that top the charts, but also in how they're promoted and how they're determined. A new book explores the statistics behind the Hot 100, and it's the focus of this episode of Stats + Stories with guest Chris Dalla Riva. Chris Dalla Riva is an analyst for the music streaming service Audiomack by day while spending his nights writing and recording music and writing about music for his newsletter Can't Get Much Higher.

Prometimos una segunda entrega en el mes de enero dedicada a la serie Hits del Billboard en donde recordamos singles que alcanzaron su puesto más alto en las listas pop de EEUU de hace 60 años. Enero de 1966 fue un mes muy interesante y con muchas nuevas entradas en el Billboard Hot 100 y en el anterior episodio nos dejamos los temas más moviditos y animados para esta segunda remesa.(Foto del podcast; Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels)Playlist;(sintonía) ANDRE WILLIAMS and HIS ORCHESTRA “Rib tip’s (part 1)” (top 94)THE BEACH BOYS “Barbara Ann” (top 2)PAUL REVERE and THE RAIDERS “Just like me” (top 11)THE KNICKERBOCKERS “Lies” (top 20)THE BEATLES “Day tripper” (top 5)THE ANIMALS “It’s my life” (top 23)MITCH RYDER and THE DETROIT WHEELS “Jenny take a ride” (top 10)JACKIE LEE “The duck” (top 14)DINO DESI and BILLY “Please don’t fight it” (top 60)ROY HEAD “Get back” (top 88)BOB DYLAN “Can you please crawl out your window?” (top 58)JOHNNY RIVERS “Under your spell again” (top 35)JACK JONES “Love bug” (top 71)THE C.O.D.’S “Michael” (top 41)SHARPEES “Tired of being lonely” (top 79)GARY LEWIS and THE PLAYBOYS “She’s just my style” (top 3)HEDGEHOPPERS ANONYMOUS “It’s good news week” (top 48)TOM JONES “Thunderball” (top 25)THE VISCOUNTS “Harlem nocturne” (top 39)Escuchar audio

In this must-listen premiere episode of the year, Femi delivers a solo deep-dive into Kehlani's monumental hit “Folded” – the soulful anthem that exploded in June 2025 and continues to dominate in 2026. Peaking at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 (Kehlani's highest-charting solo single and her first Top 10 entry), earning Grammy nominations for Best R&B Song and Best R&B Performance, and igniting the star-studded Homage Pack with vocal legends like Brandy, Toni Braxton, JoJo, Mario, Ne-Yo, and Tank – “Folded” is a cultural force.Femi expertly unpacks the track's emotional depth (reclaiming peace amid toxic cycles while embracing vulnerability), Kehlani's elite vocal mastery – including breathy control, layered harmonies, and those iconic second-chorus riffs and runs that sparked endless viral challenges – plus the flawless production, stripped-back a cappella version, and its role in teasing Kehlani's anticipated spring 2026 album.Essential for music lovers, aspiring vocalists, producers, and industry insiders searching for: Kehlani Folded breakdown, Kehlani Folded meaning explained, Kehlani riffs and runs analysis, Folded vocal techniques, Kehlani Homage Pack reactions, Billboard Hot 100 hits 2026, R&B song analysis, or in-depth music storytelling.

Christianity showed up in the mainstream in unexpected ways this year. Are we in a revival?Take a look at this year's Billboard charts. For the first time, multiple Christian musicians charted on the Billboard Hot 100 at the same time — and stayed there for weeks. And some of the biggest hits of the year - like Alex Warren's "Ordinary" - pull from Contemporary Christian Music sounds. Plus, Trump says he wants to defend Christians. In the episode, Brittany talks with Christianity Today reporter Kelsey Kramer McGinnis to understand the multi-billion dollar machine behind the Christian Contemporary Music genre and how this behind-the-scenes system impacts what music you hear.This episode originally aired on July 23, 2025.Support Public Media. Join NPR Plus.Follow Brittany Luse on Instagram: @bmluseFor handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR's Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Singer, songwriter, guitar and piano player who has been nominated for a GRAMMY® Award for Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording for her memoir, “Elvis, Rocky, & Me,” and next year it will come out on film as a documentary. She is perhaps best known as the lead vocalist on the Teddy Bears' single, “To Know Him Is To Love Him,” which was written by her bandmate, the legendary producer Phil Spector. Her best-known contribution as a songwriter is co-writing the song “Gonna Fly Now” for the 1976 movie Rocky, for which she shared an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song. Also among her songwriting credits is the 1980 Billy Preston & Syreeta duet, “With You I'm Born Again,” which reached number four on the Billboard Hot 100. She also wrote and performed songs for several films and has a star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KIn this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, host Analytic Dreamz dives deep into the major shakeup in music charts: YouTube's decision to stop sharing streaming data with Billboard starting after January 16, 2026. Analytic Dreamz breaks down the core dispute over how Billboard weights paid subscription streams versus ad-supported ones, with YouTube arguing for equal 1:1 counting to better reflect fan engagement across all platforms. Explore the timeline—from YouTube data joining charts in 2013, heavier paid weighting in 2018, Billboard's recent shift narrowing the ratio from 1:3 to 1:2.5 effective January 17, 2026—and statements from YouTube's Lyor Cohen emphasizing "every fan matters." Analytic Dreamz analyzes impacts on Billboard Hot 100, Billboard 200, artist strategies, and the broader debate on measuring success in a streaming-dominated industry where free access drives massive plays. Tune in for insightful coverage on this evolving music industry development.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠ In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, host Analytic Dreamz spotlights rising Mexican artist Ian Cordova and his track “Te Amo y Me Amas,” released August 28, 2025, on Lucky Music Group as part of the Linda Mujer EP. Analytic Dreamz examines Cordova's hybrid regional Mexican-urban sound, blending reggaeton rhythms with corridos elements and lyrics exploring romantic devotion, ambition, loyalty, and street references.Born around 2000 in Jiquilpan, Michoacán, and raised between Mexico and the US, Cordova boasts over 900,000 TikTok followers, 6.5M+ Spotify monthly listeners, and 42M+ total streams. While missing major Billboard Hot 100 entries, the upbeat single drives streaming growth via TikTok virality and Shazam spikes in markets like Chile, amplifying his momentum in the regional-urban crossover wave.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠ In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect hosted by Analytic Dreamz, we break down NBA YoungBoy's latest single "Top Cobain". The Baton Rouge trap icon, with over 100 Billboard Hot 100 entries and a record 34 albums on the Billboard 200, continues his dominant 2025 run. Holding 20.4M Spotify monthly listeners and 15B+ YouTube views, YoungBoy dropped "Top Cobain" on December 15 via Never Broke Again/Motown, produced by JB Sauced Up.This moody standalone track features deep 808s, ambient synths, and melodic auto-tune as YoungBoy explores fame's isolation, paranoia, and suicidal ideation—drawing a Kurt Cobain metaphor for the tortured artist life amid luxury and pain. The tour footage video captures his raw vulnerability and street grit, earning praise from Ratings Game Music for its "dark, hypnotic" energy and HotNewHipHop for classic emotional depth.Just days post-release, "Top Cobain" gains rapid traction on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music charts, poised for a strong Hot 100 debut like past hits. Analytic Dreamz analyzes how this confessional banger reinforces NBA YoungBoy's prolific streaming reign and direct fan connection as hip-hop's most unstoppable force.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Data journalist Chris Dalla Riva brings charts, facts, and plenty of fight to Uncharted Territory: What Numbers Tell Us About the Biggest Hit Songs and Ourselves, a tour through every Billboard Hot 100 #1 and the strange incentives that pick our "popular." They debate whether streaming makes the charts more accurate or just more boring—why Christmas songs now squat in the Top 10, why covers almost always slow songs down, and what the early "wilderness years" of the Hot 100 were missing. There's also a detour into the power of platform kings (hello, Sean Parker) and how a playlist can turn "Royals" into destiny. Plus: Trump's ghoulish Rob Reiner post, a reminder of Reiner's unreal directing run, and a weekend that managed to be both pointless and ugly. Produced by Corey Wara Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠thegist@mikepesca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠ad-sales@libsyn.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist Youtube Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist Instagram Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠GIST INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow The Gist List at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pesca⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Profundities | Mike Pesca | Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠