Switched on Pop

Comedian and singer Matt Rogers chats with Nate and Charlie about his new holiday album, which humorously explores the tension and absurdity of Christmas hits. They discuss the influence of sketch comedy on pop writing, share funny song ideas, and talk about accidentally creating a sincere holiday hit. The podcast also delves into the power of comedy in music, analyzing the bridge and vibe of a song, and the process of making a classic Christmas pop song.

Nicki Minaj, one of the greatest female rappers of all time, is explored in this episode. The hosts discuss her alter ego Roman and its impact on her music. They delve into the intricate wordplay and musical elements in 'Roman Holiday'. The significance of alter egos in hip hop and the effect of Minaj retiring Roman on her fans are also discussed.

The Switched on Pop team shares their favorite songs of 2023, including Troye Sivan and Victoria Monet. They discuss the universal feeling of a beautiful chorus and the varied music styles featured in the conversation. They dive into the success and sound of Stray Kids in 2023 and explore their maximalist style. The podcast hosts share their top albums and announce the relaunch of their newsletter.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss their process of analyzing songs, making it accessible to the audience. They also explore the emotional process of releasing an album with artists and discuss what makes a hit record. The hosts share their favorite song recommendations and provide updates on future episodes and sponsors.

Noah Kahan, a Vermont singer-songwriter and harbingers of the 2023 stomp-clap revival, discusses secret magic chords, car commercial music, Stick Season, unexpected success, drawing musical inspiration, Americana pop folk comeback, music identity, writer's block, useless talents, and mystery chords in this entertaining podcast.

Country music dominated the charts in 2023 with controversial hits by Morgan Wallen, Jason Aldean, Oliver Anthony Music, Luke Combs, Zach Bryan, and Kacey Musgraves. The podcast explores the rise of country music, the influence of black creators, the effects of gatekeeping on the charts, and the controversy surrounding Lil Nas X's 'Old Town Road'. It also discusses the importance of authenticity in country music and teases an upcoming episode with Noah Kahn.

The podcast discusses the creation of a new Beatles song using AI voice separation technology, the origins of the John Lennon demo tape, and the process behind bringing the worn-out recording back to life. They also analyze the vocals and sonic experimentation in a Beatles song, reflect on the significance of travel experiences, and offer a farewell to The Beatles.

Taylor Swift, Roger Waters, and Demi Lovato have all re-recorded their iconic songs for different reasons. Taylor Swift seeks control of her master recordings with her album '1989 (Taylor's Version)'. Roger Waters explores his acclaimed work from his youth in 'Dark Side of the Moon Redux'. Demi Lovato revamps their old pop hits into a hard rock aesthetic. Switched On Pop analyzes all three albums, comparing them to the original and uncovering new musical discoveries.

This podcast explores the dominance of Drake on the Billboard Hot 100 and looks at the new TikTok Billboard Top 50 chart. They discuss Mitski's surprising success on TikTok, the use of slap back delay in her song, and the resurgence of a hip hop track from the late 2000s. They also analyze the influence of TikTok on the music industry, highlighting the success of songs like 'Little Boothang' and 'Ski'. Finally, they touch on podcast production details and joke about needing professorial shoulder pads.

Tina Weymouth and Chris Frantz, members of the Talking Heads, discuss the iconic concert film Stop Making Sense. They explore the impact of concert films and discuss Madonna's Truth or Dare, Led Zeppelin's The Song Remains the Same, and Beyonce's Homecoming. The hosts also talk about the challenges of live performances and the importance of behind-the-scenes footage in concert films. They delve into creating a concert film and the value of fan-created films. Finally, they explore the themes of Beyonce's Renaissance concert film.