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Chart Beat

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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.

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Episodes

Matt Sheeran on Brother Ed's 'Perfect'

"I didn't really take any notice" of "Perfect," Matt Sheeran admits, with a laugh, of the first time that brother Ed played him the eventual No. 1 smash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 01, 201839 min

Grammys Preview: 'Despacito' to 'DAMN.'

Chart Beat founder and Grammy aficionado Paul Grein joins to preview Sunday night's awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 25, 20181 hr 14 min

Camila Cabello on 'Havana' Hitting No. 1

Cabello called in to the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown on Facebook Live (Jan. 22) and celebrated her first No. 1, "Havana." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 23, 201811 min

Bruno Mars, Cardi B & Ed Sheeran's Fast 2018 Start

Atlantic Records senior vp pop & rhythmic promotion John McMann returns with more inside insights about Bruno Mars, Cardi B and Ed Sheeran. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 18, 201846 min

Bruno Mars & Cardi B's 'Finesse' vs. Justin Timberlake's 'Filthy'

KROI Houston's Terri Thomas and DJ Riddler help predict the long-term success of two new singles: Bruno Mars and Cardi B's "Finesse" vs. Justin Timberlake's "Filthy." Plus, a look (and listen) back to 18 No. 18 hits … for '18. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 11, 20181 hr 17 min

Jackie Jackson on The Jacksons' 'Legacy'

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jackie Jackson and author Fred Bronson join to discuss the new retrospective book, "The Jacksons: Legacy." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 21, 201744 min

Mariah Carey Chat & Guest Lindsay Ell

Gary & Trevor discuss Carey's 23-year sleigh ride to the Hot 100's top 10 with "All I Want for Christmas Is You." Plus, Billboard's Jim Asker chats with rising country artist Lindsay Ell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 20, 20171 hr 5 min

Best of 2017: Ed Sheeran, 'Despacito' & More

A look at Sheeran's historic 2017 on the charts, as well as year-end honors for Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee and Justin Bieber's "Despacito," Sam Hunt's "Body Like a Back Road" and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 14, 20171 hr 2 min

Taylor Swift's 'Reputation': What Should the Next Singles Be?

Gary & Trevor play record executives. Plus, insights on "Reputation" from B96 Chicago's Erik Bradley, and Billboard's Nashville-based chart manager Jim Asker discusses topical new tracks from Keith Urban and Luke Bryan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 16, 20171 hr 13 min

Rap Roundtable on Cardi B, Post Malone & More

A look at rap's streaming-driven rise with three guests: Beats 1 host LowKey, Vibe music editor Mikey Fresh and Billboard Latin's Marjua Estevez. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 02, 201749 min

Shawn Mendes' Manager, Andrew Gertler

Gertler chats with Gary and Trevor about Mendes' rise from Vine cover singer to chart-topping pop star. Plus, chart talk about Taylor Swift and Garth Brooks and (you've been warned) a Halloween ghost story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 26, 201757 min

The Top 25 Pop Songs of the Past 25 Years

Gary and Trevor countdown the biggest hits on Billboard's Pop Songs radio airplay chart since its 1992 inception, a recap that includes smashes from Britney Spears, Rihanna & more. Plus, radio expert Sean Ross looks at where the genre's sound could be headed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 19, 201758 min

Kix Brooks on Hosting 'American Country Countdown'

Brooks, who notched 20 Hot Country Songs No. 1s as half of Brooks & Dunn, reflects on his role as "ACC" host, and how his experience as an artist informs his presentation. Plus, Tom Petty & Beyonce chart chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 12, 20171 hr 2 min

Kelly Clarkson on Her Breakout 'Moment' in 2002 & More

Special guests Kelly Clarkson & "American Idol" expert Fred Bronson join Gary & Trevor on a countdown of the Hot 100's top 40 hits from Oct. 5, 2002. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 05, 20171 hr 49 min

The One Radio Station in the U.S. Playing BTS

KJYO (KJ103), in Oklahoma City, is sampling "DNA." Programmer JJ Ryan chats about championing the K-pop song, BTS' first Hot 100 hit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 29, 201715 min

Cardi B & Atlantic Records' Huge 2017

Atlantic's John McMann chats about the label's wildly successful year & new Hot 100 No. 1, Cardi B's "Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 28, 20171 hr 7 min

Guest RaeLynn & Predicting Sam Smith's Sophomore Success

RaeLynn chats about her rise at country with Warner Music Nashville CEO/chairman John Esposito and Billboard's Jim Asker. Plus, can Sam Smith continue the momentum of his first album? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 21, 20171 hr 7 min

Can Taylor Swift Hit Even Greater Heights With 'Reputation'?

For all that she's already achieved on the charts, can Taylor Swift reach further key milestones? Plus, songwriter-producer Sam Martin discusses crafting hits for Jason Derulo, Maroon 5 & more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 14, 20171 hr 5 min

Will Taylor Swift Be the Artist of the Decade?

As the "Reputation" era begins, Swift could be primed to rule charts for the '10s. Plus, three Houston radio programmers discuss how they're helping the community through Hurricane Harvey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 07, 20171 hr 3 min

Hot 100 This Week in 1987, pt. 2, With Debbie Gibson

Classic songs by Madonna, Michael Jackson & more highlight Nos. 20 through 1, as Gibson celebrates the 30th anniversary of her debut album, "Out of the Blue." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 31, 20171 hr 24 min

Hot 100 This Week in 1987, pt. 1, With Special Guest Tiffany

Classic songs by Prince, Gloria Estefan & more highlight Nos. 40 through 21 this week 30 years ago, while Tiffany recalls her career launch and counts down her five favorite songs that she's recorded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 24, 20171 hr 37 min

Chart Beat Podcast: Ranking the 14-Week No. 1s, From Boyz to Bruno to Bieber

"Despacito" joins seven other songs that led for 14 weeks, the second-longest command in the chart's history. A look back at their reigns, plus former "American Top 40" staffer Sandy Stert Benjamin stops by to remember recording the show this week in 1977 after Elvis Presley died. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 16, 201759 min

The Top 40 – Hey, 'Macarena'! – This Week in 1996

Before "Despacito," "Macarena" ruled the Hot 100. Gary and Trevor time-travel back 21 years and chat with Jammin Johnny Caride, one of the Bayside Boys who remixed Los Del Rio's smash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 03, 20171 hr 26 min

Guest Maren Morris on Women 'Chipping Away' at Men's Country Command

Maren Morris, Grammy winner, & Randy Goodman, CEO/chairman of Sony Music Nashville, share insights from each side of the artist-label relationship. Plus: Charlie Puth & Shawn Mendes are sneaking up on other male stars with their latest top 10s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 27, 20171 hr 11 min

The Hot 100 This Week in 2007, From No. 40 to No. 1

Gary and Trevor time-travel back 10 years and chat with RCA Records' Joe Riccitelli about P!nk's then-comeback hit, "U + Ur Hand." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 13, 20171 hr 40 min
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