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• Did These Albums Turning 5 Age Well? Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa + More

  It’s been five years since a wave of major albums defined the sound of 2020. In this episode, I’m revisiting the records that shaped that year—from Future Nostalgia to folklore, Chromatica to Punisher—to explore how they hold up today. Some still feel vital, others less so. Let’s find out which ones aged gracefully, and which are starting to show their cracks.Albums discussed:Dua Lipa – Future NostalgiaThe Weeknd – After HoursPhoebe Bridgers – PunisherTaylor Swift – folklore / evermoreFiona Apple – Fetch The Bolt CuttersMiley Cyrus – Plastic HeartsHAIM – Women in Music Pt. IIICharli XCX – how i’m feeling nowLady Gaga – ChromaticaJessie Ware – What’s Your Pleasure?Chloe x Halle – Ungodly HourHalsey – ManicRina Sawayama – SAWAYAMAJustin Bieber – ChangesAriana Grande – PositionsKaty Perry – SmileSelena Gomez – RareBad Bunny – YHLQMDLGKesha – High RoadMegan Thee Stallion – Good NewsCome and chat with us in the Discord: https://discord.gg/QEw9se7yAmSend voicenotes or questions to: [email protected]'s New Music Friday Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1FDLtpOHeFvrzesTKQ5Qhb?si=78c15e3dfa05462a

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• New Music Bop or Flop: Chappell Roan, Reneé Rapp, Demi Lovato + More

  This week on Bop or Flop, we’re talking through new music from Renée Rapp, Hayley Williams, Chappell Roan, and more.Songs discussed:Renée Rapp – Kiss It Kiss ItHayley Williams – GlumChappell Roan – The SubwayDemi Lovato – FastBlusher – DON’T LOOK AT ME LIKE THATEddie Benjamin – DRIVINGRose Gray, Shygirl, Casey MQ – Everything Changes (But I Want You)Ella Boh – ur gfMaren Morris – runningSlayyyter – BEAT UP CHANEL$Mariah the Scientist, Kali Uchis – Is It a CrimeCome and chat with us in the Discord: https://discord.gg/QEw9se7yAmSend voicenotes or questions to: [email protected]'s New Music Friday Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1FDLtpOHeFvrzesTKQ5Qhb?si=78c15e3dfa05462a

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• Every Lana Del Rey Album Ranked

  Lana Del Rey’s discography is one of the most fascinating in modern pop—shifting from cinematic grandeur to stripped-back intimacy over the course of a decade. In this episode, I’m ranking all of her albums and reflecting on how her sound and storytelling have evolved. From the early impact of Born to Die to the quiet beauty of Ocean Blvd, this is a look at the highs, the (occasional) lows, and everything in between.Lana Del Rey’s discography is one of the most fascinating in modern pop—shifting from cinematic grandeur to stripped-back intimacy over the course of a decade. In this episode, I’m ranking all of her albums and reflecting on how her sound and storytelling have evolved. From the early impact of Born to Die to the quiet beauty of Ocean Blvd, this is a look at the highs, the lows, and everything in between.✨ Join the conversation: Discord Community🎙️ Send voicenotes or questions: [email protected]🎧 Follow the New Music Friday Playlist: PopSamCam on Spotify

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• New Music Bop Or Flop: Lola Young, Tame Impala, Sombr + More

  This week, we’re diving into a fresh batch of new music—eleven songs, one verdict: bop or flop? Focus tracks include Tame Impala’s house-drenched return “End Of Summer,” Lola Young’s bold “d£aler,” and the genre-bending standout “12 to 12” from Sombr. Plus: new drops from Tyler, The Creator, Amaarae, CMAT, Confidence Man & JADE, Sam Smith, and more. One of the strongest weeks we’ve had all year—let’s get into it.Songs discussed:Tame Impala – End Of SummerLola Young – d£alerTyler, The Creator – Ring Ring RingConfidence Man & JADE – gossipTyla & Wizkid – DYNAMITECMAT – EURO-COUNTRYAmaarae – Girlie-Pop!Jenevieve – Cry­salisAudrey Hobert – Wet HairKim Petras – Freak ItSam Smith – To Be FreeSombr – 12 to 12Come and chat with us in the Discord: https://discord.gg/QEw9se7yAmSend voicenotes or questions to: [email protected]'s New Music Friday Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1FDLtpOHeFvrzesTKQ5Qhb?si=78c15e3dfa05462a

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• What Pop Albums Are There Still To Look Forward To In 2025?

  We're halfway through the year, but pop isn't done with us yet. In this episode, we preview the biggest and most intriguing albums still to come in 2025—from Renee Rapp's Bite Me to Mariah Carey's Here for It All. We talk pop comebacks, cult favorites, and wildcard releases including new records from Amaarae, Ethel Cain, Conan Gray, Laufey, Wolf Alice, Sabrina Carpenter, Cardi B, and more. It's shaping up to be a chaotic, genre-hopping second half—let’s get into it.Come and chat with us in the Discord: https://discord.gg/QEw9se7yAmSend voicenotes or questions to: [email protected]'s New Music Friday Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1FDLtpOHeFvrzesTKQ5Qhb?si=78c15e3dfa05462a

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