The Soundbite

Bops and Bangers
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The Soundbite is the new weekly podcast from Bops and Bangers. Join Peter for quick, insightful conversations with pop artists and guests covering the latest hits and music news. Bite-sized and full of insight, The Soundbite helps you keep up with pop. New episodes every Friday.

  1. 1. 2026 GRAMMYs Predictions with Holden Smith

    JAN 30

    1. 2026 GRAMMYs Predictions with Holden Smith

    In this episode of The Soundbite, Peter chats with pop culture content creator Holden Smith about the upcoming 2026 GRAMMY Awards, including Lady Gaga’s chances of sweeping with Mayhem, the stacked Best New Artist category featuring Addison Rae, Olivia Dean, and Alex Warren, and how regulars Billie Eilish and Bruno Mars might sneak a win.

    18 min

  2. 09/13/2024

    2024 VMAs Recap

    We are back after over two years! In this episode of the podcast, Melanie and Peter recap the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards including Taylor Swift making history, Chappell Roan having the night of her career, Sabrina Carpenter, Shawn Mendes, and Camila Cabello being in the same room, and much more. Bops And Bangers: The Podcast is your weekly entertainment indulgence for fans by fans on the latest in music with fresh takes, fun discussions, and what's trending in pop music. Hosted by Peter Stavros and Melanie Forde. Want more? Follow Bops And Bangers on socials at @bopsandbangers.

    28 min

  3. 02/11/2022

    Is Adele A TERF?

    In this episode of the podcast, Melanie and Peter discuss the backlash Adele received at the BRIT Awards for saying she was proud of being a woman including being labeled a TERF by those in the trans community. They also talk about the Academy Award snubbing Lady Gaga for the Oscars nominations, Michael Jackson getting a biopic, and Kanye West clashing with Billie Eilish over Travis Scott and Coachella. The Bops And Bangers Podcast is your weekly entertainment indulgence for fans by fans on the latest in pop music with news reactions, artist-specific episodes, & comedy-filled segments. Listen to full episodes on your favorite podcast streaming platform!  Follow Bops And Bangers Facebook: http://facebook.com/bopsandbangers Twitter: http://twitter.com/bopsandbangers Instagram: http://instagram.com/bopsandbangers Follow Peter Twitter: http://twitter.com/petestavros Instagram: http://instagram.com/petestavros Email: peter@bopsandbangers.com

    48 min

  4. 02/06/2022

    Spotify Censors Joe Rogan, Janet Jackson Does Not Blame Justin Timberlake, Drake Still Has Feelings For Rihanna

    In this episode of the podcast, Peter and Melanie discuss the ongoing controversy surrounding Joe Rogan and Spotify: how there is a fine line between free speech and dangerous information, whether there is an issue of censorship in big tech, and how someone as powerful as Taylor Swift could put a stop to this if she wanted to. They also talk about Janet Jackson saying in her new documentary that she does not want people blaming Justin Timberlake for the Super Bowl incident as well as Drake unfollowing Rihanna after the singer revealed she is expecting her first baby with ASAP Rocky. The Bops And Bangers Podcast is your weekly entertainment indulgence for fans by fans on the latest in pop music with news reactions, artist-specific episodes, & comedy-filled segments. Listen to full episodes on your favorite podcast streaming platform! Follow Bops And Bangers Facebook: http://facebook.com/bopsandbangers Twitter: http://twitter.com/bopsandbangers Instagram: http://instagram.com/bopsandbangers Follow Peter Twitter: http://twitter.com/petestavros Instagram: http://instagram.com/petestavros Email: peter@bopsandbangers.com

    49 min

  5. 02/01/2022

    Cloe Wilder Talks New Single "We're Not Special," Working On Debut Album, Phoebe Bridgers + Lana Del Rey

    An artist to watch in the next few years is Cloe Wilder. She joins Peter on the latest interview episode of the Bops And Bangers Podcast to talk about her new single "We're Not Special," working on her debut album, the beginning of a new era, her biggest inspirations, and all of her favorite things.Keep up with pop music happenings at BopsAndBangers.com!Follow Us!Facebook: https://facebook.com/bopsandbangersTwitter: https://twitter.com/bopsandbangersInstagram: https://instagram.com/bopsandbangers

    15 min

  6. 01/29/2022

    Truths Behind Adele Canceling Las Vegas Residency

    Peter talks about the latest developments on the cancelation of Adele's show in Las Vegas, which is the hottest, most in-demand show of 2022.Bops And Bangers: The Podcast is your weekly entertainment indulgence for fans by fans on the latest in music with news reactions, artis-specific episodes, & comedy-filled segments.Follow Bops And BangersFacebook: http://facebook.com/bopsandbangersTwitter: http://twitter.com/bopsandbangersInstagram: http://instagram.com/bopsandbangersFollow PeterTwitter: http://twitter.com/petestavrosInstagram: http://instagram.com/petestavrosEmail: peter@bopsandbangers.com

    18 min

  7. 01/26/2022

    Interview: Perez Hilton On Madonna Being Out Of Touch, Why Lizzo Flopped With Rumors

    Celebrity gossip blogger Perez Hilton joins Peter on the premiere episode of the revamped Bops And Bangers Podcast to talk about his earliest memories as a pop music fan, the first records he bought, meeting Madonna and how she is disrespectful to her fans, why Lizzo flopped with her comeback single "Rumors" with Cardi B, what Doja Cat is doing right, why Taylor Swift will become the highest-selling artist of all time, and his favorite songs from Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, Rihanna, and more.Bops And Bangers: The Podcast is your weekly entertainment indulgence for fans by fans on the latest in music with news reactions, artis-specific episodes, & comedy-filled segments.Facebook: http://facebook.com/bopsandbangersTwitter: http://twitter.com/bopsandbangersInstagram: http://instagram.com/bopsandbangers

    30 min

  8. 11/29/2021

    2022 GRAMMYs Nominations: Reaction and Predictions

    In this episode, Peter reviews the nominations for the 2022 GRAMMY Awards and gives his predictions for all the pop categories as well as the big four.

    32 min
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About

The Soundbite is the new weekly podcast from Bops and Bangers. Join Peter for quick, insightful conversations with pop artists and guests covering the latest hits and music news. Bite-sized and full of insight, The Soundbite helps you keep up with pop. New episodes every Friday.

Information

  • Creator
    Bops and Bangers
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Bops and Bangers
  • Show Website
    The Soundbite