Chart Beat

Chart Beat

On Billboard's Chart Beat podcast, Gary Trust and Trevor Anderson of Billboard's charts department look at why what's on the charts is on the charts. With discussions with artists, record label executives, radio programmers, songwriters and more, the Chart Beat Podcast covers the numerous factors that go into making songs and albums Billboard chart hits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

Hit Writer Tayla Parx's Burnout Camp, Pt. 2

October 24, 2019 • 53 mins

Tayla Parx, co-writer of Ariana Grande's "Thank U, Next" and "7 Rings" and more Hot 100 hits, and four fellow creators chat with Gary, Trevor and Hit Songs Deconstructed's Dave and Yael Penn (pt. 2 of 2).

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Hit Writer Tayla Parx's Burnout Camp, Pt. 1

October 16, 2019 • 51 mins

Tayla Parx, co-writer of Ariana Grande's "Thank U, Next" and "7 Rings" and more Hot 100 hits, and four fellow creators chat with Gary, Trevor and Hit Songs Deconstructed's Dave and Yael Penn (pt. 1 of 2).

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From Classic to Current, Rock Isn't Dead

October 9, 2019 • 38 mins

Haley Jones, director of radio, Nielsen Music, and Jon Miller, vp of audience insights, Nielsen Audio, return to discuss the state of rock, which, according to multiple metrics, is thriving among its many sub-genres.

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Lizzo & Lil Nas X's Big Week & Guest Zach Williams

September 26, 2019 • 36 mins

Williams chats with Jim Asker and performs a live version of the hit title track from his forthcoming album, "Rescue Story." Plus, Gary and Trevor discuss Lizzo and Lil Nas X's latest Hot 100 feats.

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Finneas on Billie Eilish's No. 1 'Bad Guy'

September 18, 2019 • 46 mins

Finneas joins Gary, Trevor and Hit Songs Deconstructed's Dave and Yael Penn to analyze the writing and production processes that led to Billie Eilish's "Bad Guy" topping the Billboard Hot 100.

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Goo Goo Dolls on New Album 'Miracle Pill' & More

September 11, 2019 • 36 mins

Two boys named Goo - John Rzeznik and Robby Takac - are our special guests, performing and chatting about their new album "Miracle Pill," their classic record-setting chart hit "Iris" and their uncommon longevity.

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Lizzo & Tayor Swift's Landmark New No. 1s

September 6, 2019 • 48 mins

Gary and Trevor discuss "Truth Hurts" and "Lover" leading the Hot 100 and Billboard 200, respectively, Plus, Jed Hilly of the Americana Music Association previews the 20th Americanafest, Sept. 10-15 in Nashville.

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Trisha Yearwood on New Album 'Every Girl' & More

September 4, 2019 • 42 mins

Country cornerstone Yearwood and Pearl/Gwendolyn Records gm Lesly Simon chat about the state of country and more with Billboard senior chart manager Jim Asker.

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Next Taylor Swift 'Lover' Singles Should Be ...

August 29, 2019 • 48 mins

The title cut? "The Man"? "Cruel Summer"? Gary, Trevor and Billboard.com senior editor Andrew Unterberger (attempt to) pick the next singles from Taylor Swift's new album, "Lover."

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Billie Eilish Dethrones Lil Nas X From No. 1

August 21, 2019 • 59 mins

Billie Eilish earns her first Hot 100 No. 1 with "Bad Guy." As it dethrones Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road" after an unprecedented 19-week reign, how long might his record last? Plus, a flashback to the top song 40 years ago this week.

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Lisa Loeb & Hot 100's Top 25 This Week 1994

August 14, 2019 • 95 mins

Special guest Lisa Loeb recalls topping the Hot 100 with her classic "Stay (I Missed You)," touring on the Lilith Fair and segueing to Grammy Award-winning children's music, as Gary and Trevor count down the top 25 hits 25 years ago this week.

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Lady Antebellum on 'Returning Home' With New LP

August 7, 2019 • 56 mins

Lady Antebellum - Dave Haywood, Charles Kelley and Hillary Scott - and BMLG president/CEO Jimmy Harnen chat with Jim Asker. Plus Gary and Trevor recount the latest chart feats for Lil Nas X, Billie Eilish, Lil Tecca and more.

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16 (Or More ...) Thoughts on 'Old Town Road'

July 24, 2019 • 50 mins

An analysis of Lil Nas X's record run atop the Hot 100. Plus, singer-songwriter Lizzie No performs three songs ahead of the release of her new album "Vanity."

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BTS, Elton John & 2019's Biggest Touring Stars

July 18, 2019 • 51 mins

Billboard touring chart manager Eric Frankenberg joins Gary and Trevor to recap the biggest stars of stage over the first half of the year, from BTS to Elton John, Ed Sheeran, New Kids on the Block and more.

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Ariana Grande, Lizzo & 2019's First-Half Stars

July 10, 2019 • 52 mins

Gary, Trevor and Andrew Unterberger recap the head of the class on Billboard charts at midterm time.

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Taylor Swift, Drake & Madonna Chart Chat

June 27, 2019 • 58 mins

Billboard Pride writer Stephen Daw discusses Swift's new LGBTQ-friendly hit and "Open Your Heart" co-writer Peter Rafelson muses about the wild backstory of Madonna's '80s classic.

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Jonas Brothers' Return & Runaway June Performs

June 20, 2019 • 77 mins

An inside look at how Billboard's recent cover story on the Jonas Brothers, new atop the Billboard 200 this week, was written by Taylor Weatherby. Plus, special guests Runaway June perform their hit "Buy My Own Drinks."

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Katy Perry Returns & Special Guest Howard Jones

June 14, 2019 • 58 mins

Katy Perry, Cardi B & Miley Cyrus send new songs onto the Hot 100 and Gary and Trevor analyze their starts. Plus, very special guest Howard Jones discusses his new album, "Transform," and classic '80s hits, including "Things Can Only Get Better."

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Country's Radio Rule & Streaming Future

June 7, 2019 • 64 mins

Country has long ruled radio ratings. How is it adapting in a streaming era? Scott Musgrave, Nielsen Music head of U.S. radio, and Jon Miller, Nielsen Audio, vp audience insights, join Gary and Trevor to discuss the state of the genre.

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Ed Sheeran, Ava Max & Lizzo Leading Atlantic

May 30, 2019 • 63 mins

John McMann, senior vp pop and rhythmic promotion for Atlantic Records, joins Gary and Trevor to discuss the latest successes for Ed Sheeran, Ava Max, Lizzo and more.

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