After smashes like “First Class” and “Lovin on Me,” the artist from Louisville, Ky., is making a true musical shift to intimate, hand-played R&B on his fourth album, “Monica.”
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The comedian is building a galaxy of collaborators — Timothée Chalamet, Kai Cenat and Justin Bieber — and telling us how they fit into his future.
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The country singer helped to usher the genre into the streaming era before taking a step back. On his new album, he wants to go for broke.
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Popcast’s immediate thoughts after Bad Bunny took the stage for a tribute to his native Puerto Rico.
By Jon CaramanicaJoe CoscarelliSophie EricksonKate LoPrestiAndrew SmithChris MoorePat Gunther and
Grammys Instant Reactions! Bad Bunny Owns the Night
Popcast breaks down the show’s major moments in a live reaction episode immediately following the ceremony.
By Jon CaramanicaJoe CoscarelliSophie EricksonKate LoPrestiPat Gunther and
Bad Bunny vs. Kendrick Lamar vs. Lady Gaga! Who Should Win at the Grammys.
The 2026 awards, airing Sunday on CBS, propose a few different ideas about the state of contemporary pop. Here’s who we prefer among the nominees.
ASAP Rocky Grew Up, Settled Down (with Rihanna) and Returned to Rap
The artist reflects on how the chaotic eight years since his last release — including three kids and two trials — led to his latest album, “Don’t Be Dumb.”
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For 2hollis, Music Is a Family Business. So We Interviewed Him and His Dad.
The 22-year-old pop phenom’s father is John Herndon of the post-rock band Tortoise. They chatted about songwriting, nepotism and what they’ve taught each other.
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Counting down some personal favorites, including a major rap tour, the sublime bridge in a breakup song and Timothée Chalamet’s rapping.
Despite huge collaborations, top-selling albums and sellout tours, the leading stars of the Dominican genre still feel like they haven’t received their due.
By Jon Caramanica and Joe Coscarelli
A conversation with the columnist Ross Douthat about how popular culture is reacting to a second Trump administration.
Breaking down the story lines to watch for the 2026 awards show, including big nominations for Bad Bunny and Lady Gaga.
A decade ago, the Swedish rapper was an internet sensation finding global fame. After struggling with drugs, he’s back with new music, a new film and welcome clarity.
By Jon Caramanica, Joe Coscarelli and Thea Traff
The Spanish musician on why (and how) she pushed herself to make “Lux,” a labor of love exploring the feminine divine and the brutalities of romance.
By Joe Coscarelli, Jon Caramanica and Chris Maggio
The singer and songwriter on her reign as one of music’s most idiosyncratic and spiritual figures and where her creative impulses are headed next.
By Jon Caramanica, Joe Coscarelli and Jason Nocito
On Popcast, a conversation about the casual virtuosity of D’Angelo’s too-brief career with a pair of journalists who each interviewed him twice.
Our team of Swift experts debate her blockbuster new album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” and take listener questions about its themes and controversies.
For a rapid-response episode of Popcast, we journeyed track-by-track through the pop star’s new album, assessing the highs, lows and hot gossip.
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