The Bop Bible

In this episode, we sit down with songwriter and pop powerhouse Bonnie McKee for an in-depth conversation about her incredible journey through the music industry. Bonnie pulls back the curtain on what it was like co-writing some of the biggest songs of the 2010s — including hits for Katy Perry, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and Taio Cruz— and shares the creative process behind crafting iconic anthems that defined a generation.We also dive into her personal evolution as a solo artist, tracing the highs and hurdles of her career. Bonnie opens up about reclaiming her artistry with the recent re-recording and release of her long-lost 2013 album, ‘Hot City’, and what it means to finally share that body of work on her own terms.This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at the pop legend behind the hits — and the artist stepping boldly into her own spotlight.

How do songs become the soundtrack of summer? For this episode, we're joined by Cecilia Winter, Spotify's Editorial Lead for Global Hits, to discuss the key elements that turn tracks into worldwide hits. We dive into the thoughtful curation behind Spotify's playlists, such as Songs of Summer, Today's Top Hits, and New Music Friday, and what some top artists of the summer are doing differently to stand out.

In this episode, we’re talking about the similarities between Ariana Grande’s 'My Everything' era and Sabrina Carpenter’s 'Short n’ Sweet' era. From how they rolled out their albums to the way they promoted them, we look at how both artists used their relationships, brand deals, media appearances, and smart marketing to boost their exposure.Make sure to follow the podcast page and rate it 5 stars!!!

For this episode of the Bop Bible, we have a very special guest —Lauren Spencer Smith—whose raw vocals and emotional songwriting have earned her over 13 million followers and over 4 billion streams.In this interview, Lauren opens up about her American Idol days, the viral moments behind “Fingers Crossed” and “Flowers,” and the journey to landing her record deal. Plus, she shares the creative process behind her debut album Mirror, and she also gives us the inside scoop on her new album The Art of Being a Mess, out June 27.

This week we're chatting about how Sabrina Carpenter is already closing the door on her Short n Sweet era (was it TOO short?), how Addison Rae unexpectedly outperformed major pop stars with her debut album, and why not enough people are paying attention to Miley Cyrus — even though she might’ve just dropped her best album yet. Are we missing the mark on what’s actually good in pop right now??? FOLLOW THE PODCAST AND RATE IT 5 STARS!!!!

In this episode, we dive deep into the biggest era of Taylor Swift’s career: 1989. This era marked Taylor’s bold transition from country darling to pop diva. We explore where Taylor was personally and professionally during this time, including her high-profile relationship with Harry Styles, her close friendship (?) with Karlie Kloss, and the feud with Katy Perry that was all over the tabloids.We also break down the five massive Top 10 singles from 1989—from the empowering “Shake It Off” to the timeless “Style”—and discuss how each one helped shape Taylor’s new musical identity and global stardom. Make sure to watch/listen till the end for the Q&A segment!FOLLOW THE PODCAST & RATE IT 5 STARS!

For the first episode of The Bop Bible, we’re going back to 2010 — when Katy Perry was dropping hit after hit and turning the pop world into her candy-colored playground. Teenage Dream gave us six #1 singles, unforgettable music videos, and one of the most iconic pop eras ever. But behind the scenes, Katy was dealing with a painful divorce while keeping up the perfect pop star image. In this episode, we break down the music, the marketing, and the real-life drama that made Teenage Dream so legendary.