An interview with the Norwegian singer girl in red (Marie Ulven) about her second album, “I’m Doing It Again Baby!,” opening for Taylor Swift and more.

girl in red: The Popcast (Deluxe) Interview

Once addictive and effective, TikTok is struggling with commercialization, a shifting relationship with the music industry and more.

Popcast (Deluxe): Is TikTok Done? 4 Crises Holding the App Back

A conversation about his loudest (and quieter) moments, and how patriotism has played into country music. Guest: David Cantwell.

Remembering Toby Keith and His Complexities

Jennifer Lopez’s new film and album, “This Is Me … Now,” plus other confusing recent rollouts for pop stars including Dua Lipa, Justin Timberlake and Camila Cabello.

Popcast (Deluxe): Pop Stars vs. the Attention Economy

In 1988, “Fast Car” turned the singer-songwriter into a star. She was skeptical of the spotlight, and learning to wield her power. Guest: Steve Pond.

Covering the Rise of Tracy Chapman

Recapping the Super Bowl halftime show, two new singles from Beyoncé, Ye’s “Vultures 1” album and more.

Popcast (Deluxe): Usher, Beyoncé and Ye Lead a Busy Week in Pop

A conversation about his long career path through several generations of R&B, and what he might do on such a big stage. Guests: Thomas Hobbs and Danielle Amir Jackson.

How Usher Arrived at the Super Bowl Halftime Show

Was this the year the awards got it correct? Guests: Caryn Ganz, Jon Pareles and Lindsay Zoladz.

2024 Grammys, Dissected: Taylor, Miley, SZA, Tracy, Joni and More

A breakdown of the major categories and most interesting competitions at the 66th annual awards on Sunday.

Popcast (Deluxe): Will Taylor, SZA or Olivia Win Big at the Grammys?

A breakdown of new albums and songs for 2024 (and a handful of possible but dubious releases).

Popcast (Deluxe): Playboi Carti, Waxahatchee and 12 More to Watch

With the music website’s future uncertain, Ryan Schreiber and Chris Kaskie look back at its start.

Pitchfork, the Early Years

A rundown of impressive recent releases and a look at who benefits (and suffers) when artists working outside formal jazz idioms are lumped into conversations about the genre. Guests: Marcus J. Moore and Giovanni Russonello.

An Elastic and Impressive Moment in Jazz

Pop’s premier troll returns while one of its biggest voices turns her attention to gossip, and the first blockbuster rap album of the year arrives.

Popcast (Deluxe): Lil Nas X, Ariana Grande and 21 Savage Kick Off 2024

Plus: Barry Keoghan’s “Murder on the Dancefloor,” Jeremy Allen White’s stripped-down moment and Nathan Fielder’s “The Curse” wraps up.

Popcast (Deluxe): ‘Saltburn,’ Jacob Elordi and the New Heartthrob Era

Concerts paused during the height of the pandemic, and returned at full power in 2023. Our pop music editor saw a lot of them. Guest: Caryn Ganz

What Did We Learn From a Year in Live Shows?

The touring business saw record revenue in 2023 and major tours made news, but fans  still struggle with ticket prices and access — and political leaders are watching. Guest: Ben Sisario.

Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and the Sphere: The Year in Live Music

The comedian and podcaster known as the Kid Mero on the year in internet domination, including Ice Spice, Keith Lee, the Weeknd, Kai Cenat and more.

Popcast (Deluxe): The Kid Mero on the Viral Characters of 2023

The most impactful tracks of the year come from different genres and generations — and not all of them are traditional songs. Guests: Jon Pareles and Lindsay Zoladz.

Chatting About the Best Songs of 2023

An emotional conversation with one of the year’s biggest breakout stars about turning his life around and transitioning from Southern rap to country hitmaking.

Jelly Roll: The Popcast (Deluxe) Interview

Our critics debate their year-end lists (and agree on SZA, Olivia Rodrigo and 100 gecs!) in a wrap-up of the year in LPs. Guests: Jon Pareles and Lindsay Zoladz.

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