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Janet Jackson Versus The Halftime Show Feb 15, 2022

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Janet Jackson's pop dreams began when she was just the baby sister to the music juggernaut of The Jackson 5. But Janet had her own vision of superstardom. As soon as she went solo, she wasted no time breaking boundaries and finding her own sound. By the early '90s, Janet was influencing the likes of Madonna, Mariah Carey, and even her brother, Michael. Spout Podcast creator Phil Becker and the hosts of Wondery's Podcast 'Even The Rich: Janet vs. The Halftime Show' tell the story of Janet Jackson's historic music career and the infamous 2004 Super Bowl halftime performance that almost derailed it.Listen to the rest of this episode at: http://wondery.fm/ETR_SPOUT

Joe Nichols Feb 08, 2022

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Over four years have passed since Joe Nichols released a new full-length album, and the country crooner admits changes were necessary throughout that time to get to a place of musical freedom. Meanwhile, Joe reunited with Benny Brown of Quartz Hill Records, and he reveals why he walked away from his former label to join Benny once again.In this week’s Spout episode, he offers poignant advice for parents who have children considering a career in the music business, reveals the secret behind his good friend Blake Shelton's success, spouts off on his love for sports, and lets us in on must-try southern restaurants. He even gives us a sneak peek into his next release.Despite his 588 million song streams and 20+ years in the music industry, Joe Nichols sits down with TikTok star Josh 'Bru' Brubaker for a candid conversation for country fans worldwide that feels like two good ol' boys hanging out in East Texas inviting you to listen in.

Benson Boone Feb 01, 2022

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Before the internet, your only option was to hit the road and play as many shows as you could, hoping someone influential liked your music. Shows like “American Idol” gave aspiring singers a premiere audition into fame. Benson Boone was one of those unheard voices in early 2021 when he was handed his golden ticket to Hollywood. The 20-year-old’s performance earned him a standing ovation from the judges, with Katy Perry predicting him as the next American Idol. Then suddenly, he quit the show. In this episode of the Spout Podcast, Benson reveals the truth behind his mysterious departure from the show and how taking his own path has been a remarkable journey. Benson also spouts off on his father’s influence on his stage performance style, how he escapes the Hollywood scene, his must-have travel tips, the exhilaration of rock climbing and cliff diving - and more!

Charlie Puth Jan 25, 2022

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Landing multiple songs at the top of the Billboard charts is no small feat, yet singer, songwriter, and producer Charlie Puth seems to do it with ease. From his record-shattering songs "See You Again," "Attention," and "We Don't Talk Anymore,” to being a co-creator on The Kid Laroi and Justin Bieber's smash "Stay," Charlie is a certified hitmaker.Over the past year, Charlie Puth has pulled down the curtain on TikTok revealing who he is as a creator, person, and artist, all while amassing an impressive 15 million followers.In this episode of the Spout Podcast, Charlie reveals the lessons learned from rejection, why believing in yourself is a superpower, the reason he'll never make music the same way again, his social media ‘secret sauce,’ and more.

Gayle Jan 18, 2022

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Social media can truly make or break new music, but the social media gods are smiling down upon 17-year-old artist Gayle, and her song "ABCDEFU."Gayle spouts off on the viral breakup anthem, how she hopes her ex will respond to her success, dealing with adverse reactions to her art, the real meaning behind her tattoos, touring, follow-up songs, dogs, and a cheesesteak story that foodies everywhere will appreciate.

Nick Cannon Jan 11, 2022

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Nick Cannon is a multi-generational and multi-format entertainer. From his music, hosting and producing, to broadcasting and interviewing (and that’s just a Monday for him), Nick has amassed one of the most diverse audiences of any entertainer to date.

In Episode 38, the father of seven talks about what keeps him going, how he plans ahead for the success in front of him, and the importance of comedy and satire in today’s culture.

2021 Recap & Harsh Reality Dec 18, 2021

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We look back at some of our guests from 2021, including Ed Sheeran, Adele, Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Shawn Mendes, and more. Plus, the Spout Podcast creation team shares the podcast that they are binging. Hear the shocking story of reality star Miriam Rivera and how she changed the rules of reality television forever.

Ckay Dec 14, 2021

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In 2019, Ckay would release the now-viral hit “Love Nwantiti,” not knowing that 2 years later, it would make him the first African artist to ever achieve 20 million Spotify listeners.

Hours after playing London’s O2 Arena, Ckay joined us to talk about the importance of believing in yourself and holding yourself accountable to your dreams. He also shares a playlist for anyone ready to deep diver into afrobeat.

Britney Spears "Blackout" Dec 10, 2021

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In the mid-2000s, few people were more famous than Britney Spears. But as she began to stumble in her personal life, the price of the public’s fascination was more than just a few nasty late-night jokes. But when you’re a platinum-selling pop princess, the show goes on even when you desperately need an intermission. In the midst of the madness, Spears began recording an album that would become her defining statement, 2007’s Blackout.

Collaborators and friends, from the A&R rep who was one of Spears’ closest allies to the producers who crafted visceral hits like “Piece of Me,” tell the story of how Spears’ made classic songs in the eye of a hurricane. The result was an album that stood as a middle finger to Spears’ critics and established a dark, danceable sound that influenced pop for years to come.

Russell Dickerson Dec 07, 2021

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Russell Dickerson established himself as a prolific songwriter and showman through tried-and-true performances, electrifying audiences on tour with Thomas Rhett, Kane Brown, Darius Rucker, Lady A, and Florida-Georgia Line.

If you are a member of the "RD Fam," you won't want to miss Russ spouting off on what made him fall in love with his wife, how he uses his platform to help those less fortunate, parenting tips, wine 101, God, and Disney hacks.

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