Flopstars

Sam Murphy + Nic Kelly
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Flopstars is a podcast presented by Sam Murphy and Nic Kelly, looking at our favourite popstars in our hearts who can’t quite compete on the charts. Together we’ll be going deep into projects that were criminally underrated commercially but won cult adoration. This is a chance to dig into some of the best pop records of our time and also have a little laugh about the ridiculous world they’re forced to compete in.

  1. 11/04/2025

    Final Grammy Nomination Predictions: Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, Bad Bunny and More

    The Grammys are almost here — so it's time for my final nomination predictions. In this episode, I break down who I think will land the biggest nods across the General Field and Pop categories, from Album of the Year to Best Pop Vocal Album. I dive into the artists shaping this year’s race — including Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, and more — and talk surprises, snubs, and the momentum behind each contender. Who’s a lock, who’s fighting for a spot, and who might shock us when nominations drop? Come and chat with us in the Discord: https://discord.gg/QEw9se7yAmSend voicenotes or questions to: thepoppod@popsamcam.comPopSamCam's New Music Friday Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1FDLtpOHeFvrzesTKQ5Qhb?si=78c15e3dfa05462a.

    45 min
  2. Flopstars Update + The Pop Pod Introduction

    03/25/2025

    Flopstars Update + The Pop Pod Introduction

    Sam here! Dropping in to introduce my new daily podcast The Pop Pod, which covers all things pop music from artist interviews to album deep dives. Here is a quick preview. Fear not! This is not a Flopstars replacement. Flopstars is returning. Nic and I have been plotting the return and will hopefully have news for you within the month. Follow or Subscribe to The Pop Pod here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/popsamcampoppod

    23 min
  3. The Pop In | Grammys Predictions, Megan Thee Stallion Vs. Nicki Minaj & Justin Timberlake's limp return

    02/03/2024

    The Pop In | Grammys Predictions, Megan Thee Stallion Vs. Nicki Minaj & Justin Timberlake's limp return

    It's the Pop In and our agenda this week is: The Grammys Justin Timberlake vs. Britney Spears Megan Thee Stallion vs. Nicki Minaj The new Ice Spice song 'Fart' TikTok vs. Universal Music

    39 min
  4. The Pop In | Our Top 5 Played Songs Of 2023, Taylor's Time Nod & Charli's Album DONE

    12/10/2023

    The Pop In | Our Top 5 Played Songs Of 2023, Taylor's Time Nod & Charli's Album DONE

    What’s been happening this week? / Coming Up Our wrapped Best albums/songs of the year Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, Billboard Taylor Swift Time Person of the Year Charli XCX has finished her new album

    29 min
  5. The Pop In | Spotify Wrapped 2023 Unwrapped, Tate's Having A Moment & How's Houdini Sitting?

    11/30/2023 · BONUS

    The Pop In | Spotify Wrapped 2023 Unwrapped, Tate's Having A Moment & How's Houdini Sitting?

    WELCOME BACK TO THE POP IN! What’s been happening this week? / Coming Up The rise and rise of Tate McRae - could she clinch a Billboard #1? Spotify Wrapped is out - unpacking the global Top 5 songs and artists Dua Lipa's Houdini - our 4 week late review Nicki Minaj album next week same week as Tate McRae and SZA deluxe what a time Quick unpack of what the rest of the year looks like on the pod

    35 min
  6. The Pop In | Dua Teases Her New Era, Charli's Back, Troye Previewed & WE HAVE A GAME!

    10/11/2023 · BONUS

    The Pop In | Dua Teases Her New Era, Charli's Back, Troye Previewed & WE HAVE A GAME!

    What’s been happening this week? / Coming Up Dua Lipa wipes Instagram for new era - what do we know, who’s involved, and all that jazz Charli's BACK BABY Troye album's coming this week & Nic interviewed him - hear the full thing here Sam saw RAYE live in New York and it was one of the most lucid shows he's ever seen Tems is selling out huge venues & releases a triumphant single Omar Apollo's new single The Pop In now gets a game: YEAR OF THE SONG!

    33 min
  7. Episode 7 - Billie Eilish's 'Happier Than Ever'

    10/07/2023

    Episode 7 - Billie Eilish's 'Happier Than Ever'

    Billie Eilish's second album 'Happier Than Ever' was a big turning point for her. Her first album was a streaming giant but this album marked a pointed move to establish herself as an artist without worrying about the hits. The result was a cohesive, mature and startingly honest album that's both wildly experimental while also being classic. In this episode, we talk about how important this album was for positioning her as an artist and also why it perhaps didn't garner the same success as her debut.

    54 min
  8. The Pop In | Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour Film Is Coming, *NSYNC Are Back and Doja Cat Is Flopping

    10/06/2023

    The Pop In | Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour Film Is Coming, *NSYNC Are Back and Doja Cat Is Flopping

    This week on The Pop In: Beyoncé is bringing the Renaissance World Tour to cinemas *NSYNC are back with a song for the Trollz soundtrack Ed Sheeran's new album is lacklustre Doja Cat is struggling to pull the numbers she deserves Jorja Smith's new album is bliss PinkPantheress nails the vibes on her new song

    35 min
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About

Flopstars is a podcast presented by Sam Murphy and Nic Kelly, looking at our favourite popstars in our hearts who can’t quite compete on the charts. Together we’ll be going deep into projects that were criminally underrated commercially but won cult adoration. This is a chance to dig into some of the best pop records of our time and also have a little laugh about the ridiculous world they’re forced to compete in.

Information

  • Creator
    Sam Murphy + Nic Kelly
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    120
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sam Murphy + Nic Kelly
  • Show Website
    Flopstars