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ADÉLA, Ella Langley & Tinashe: Which Pop Stars Won September 2026? Greatest Pop Stars Podcast

This Who Won the Month episode of the 'Greatest Pop Stars' podcast looks at the big names who helped us through a slower month in pop stardom.

In the latest episode of the Greatest Pop Stars podcast, hosts Andrew Unterberger, Trevor Anderson, and Kyle Denis discuss the defining moments of September 2026 in the world of pop stardom. They share and debate their respective top five lists, addressing key questions about the year's most notable pop stars and their achievements.

One of the topics covered is whether ADÉLA has emerged as the frontrunner for the 2026 pop star rookie of the year award. The discussion also touches on the level of icon status required to have a major U.S. airport named after an artist and the impact of having notable figures like Sabrina Carpenter and Charli xcx attend a performance as supporting players.

The podcast delves into the reception of Taylor Swift's Life of a Showgirl era, specifically focusing on the encore performance. Additionally, it explores whether Ed Sheeran found himself in a no-win situation and how the releases from Tinashe and Carly Rae Jepsen will be remembered in the long run.

A significant aspect of the episode is the exploration of the "Choosin' Texas" discourse surrounding September 2026. The hosts cover all these aspects and more in their lively discussion, inviting listeners to subscribe to the Greatest Pop Stars podcast on Apple Music or Spotify for weekly insights into the world of pop stardom.

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