Post Malone, Beyoncé & More Are Charting a Reverse Course With Pop-to-Country Moves

Post Malone, Beyoncé & More Are Charting a Reverse Course With Pop-to-Country Moves

Author: Billboard May 22, 2024 Duration: 40:51
There's a long history of country-to-pop crossovers, from Dolly Parton to Shania Twain to Taylor Swift. But 2024 is proving to be the year of the pop-to-country crossover, from Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter album to Post Malone's twangy "I Had Some Help" to Dua Lipa's surprise ACM Awards duet with Chris Stapleton. On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about the chart-topping trend, and who might be the next pop star to take his or her talents to Nashville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every week, the conversation around what's topping the charts and shaping the sound of popular music gets a lively, insider perspective on Pop Shop Podcast. Hosted by Billboard's own Keith Caulfield and Katie Atkinson, this isn't just a dry recitation of numbers. It's where data meets discussion, blending Keith's deep expertise in chart mechanics with Katie's pulse on industry trends and stories. You'll hear them unpack the latest Billboard chart movements, figuring out why certain songs are climbing and what surprising shifts might mean. They dive into the week's biggest music news, from major releases and artist announcements to the cultural moments everyone is talking about. Throughout the year, they also provide essential coverage and analysis of major events like award shows and festival seasons, offering context you won't find elsewhere. Whether you're casually curious about the hits or you live for every data point, this half-hour weekly podcast feels like sitting in on a smart, engaging chat between two people who really know their stuff. It’s a direct line to the stories behind the music that defines our playlists.
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