What is the reality of signing a record deal? With 13 years of skin in the game, Mahalia joins Annie to discuss Chappell Roan’s Grammy speech, the power of putting her money where her mouth is, and the measures labels should be taking to protect their artists. Elsewhere, Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show was a display of intelligence and artistry – and marked the return of bootcut jeans. Plus, Elton John’s collaborative style, working with Stormzy and what is the ultimate love song?

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Songs:

Kendrick Lamar – Not Like Us

Kendrick Lamar – Humble

Kendrick Lamar – DNA.

Kendrick Lamar – Bodies

Kendrick Lamar – Squabble Up

Mahalia/Lila Iké - Pressure Points

Mahalia/Stormzy – November

Mahalia/Ella Mai – What You Did

Bonnie Raitt – Can’t Make You Love Me

Lauryn Hill – Ex Factor

Dayo Bello – je t’aime

Bruno Mars/Sexyy Red – Fat Juicy & Wet

Elton John & Brandi Carlile – Who Believes In Angels?

Albums:

Leon Thomas – MUTT

Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard & Soft

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