Top 5 Podcasts Music Fans

The Grammy Awards are this weekend, which is the perfect time to dive deeper into some of the music we love, to get a peek at the nominees’ creative processes, and listen to the stories that shaped the songs we play on repeat.

Here are our Top 5 Podcasts for Grammy Music Fans, featured on Player FM

Song Exploder

Record of the Year Nominee: Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish has been on the top of the music scene long before she was nominated for her work for Barbie. Her debut album Everything I Wanted won 5 Grammys in 2021. Tune in to listen to original voice memos of Billie and her brother/creative partner Finneas and hear why the titular song was almost never completed.

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About the Series: Song Exploder is a podcast where musicians take apart their songs, and piece by piece, tell the story of how they were made. Each episode features an artist discussing a song of theirs, breaking down the sounds and ideas that went into the writing and recording. Hosted and produced by Hrishikesh Hirway.

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Every Single Album

Record of the Year Nominee: Taylor Swift

Is it even possible to talk about music without mentioning T Swift? Nominated for 6 Grammys this year, Taylor is just where we left her: at the top of her game. Listen Here

Nora Princiotti and Nathan Hubbard are two pop music enthusiasts. Together, they break down every single album from some of your favorite stars, like Taylor Swift, Adele, and Harry Styles. Topics include favorite collaborators, track five meanings, where these artists get their inspiration, and more.

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Broken Record

Best Score Soundtrack: Ludwig Göransson

If you don’t know his name, you probably know his music. From The Mandalorian on Disney+ to the feature film Tenet, Ludwig Göransson is a powerhouse composer originally from Sweden who’s scored several contemporary films and television shows. He's nominated twice in the same category this year, for his epic work on Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Oppenheimer. Listen Here

About the Series: From Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam, and Justin Richmond. The musicians you love talk about their life, inspiration, and craft. Then play. iHeartMedia is the exclusive podcast partner of Pushkin Industries.

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Rolling Stone Music Now

Get ready for what’s hailed as “music’s biggest night” with a sneak peek at this year’s Grammy Awards show. Preview this year’s performances, from Travis Scott to Billy Joel, plus speculate on what surprise performances might be in store. Will T Swift or Lady Bey grace the stage? Listen Here

About the Series: Inside the biggest stories in music, hosted by Rolling Stone senior writer Brian Hiatt. Featuring interviews with top artists, expert insight on new releases and breaking news from the Rolling Stone staff, and more.

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Switched on Pop

Take a look at the last year in music with Switched on Pop. Hear the Year: The music we loved in 2023 captures the top tunes from the show’s hosts and listeners alike, from Little Dragon to Village People, Daft Punk, and more! Did your faves make this best-of list? Listen Here

About the Series: A podcast all about the making and meaning of popular music. Musicologist Nate Sloan & songwriter Charlie Harding pull back the curtain on how pop hits work magic on our ears & our culture. From Vulture and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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