Tune in as we dissect a week of music industry bombshells, including UMG's surprising TikTok withdrawal and its fallout. We'll also dive into the Grammy nominations, offering our predictions and discussing what these developments mean for artists and fans alike. Listen in!

• Will Tom MacDonald and Ben Shapiro be able to make Billboard?
• Is UMG’s withdrawal from TikTok just another reminder for artists and band to (re)consider independence?
• Are the Grammy nominations reflecting a shift toward female dominance in the music industry?
• Is Jack Antonoff the only producer for Taylor, or should she switch producers?
• Is SZA due for a win over “bigger” artists, such as Taylor Swift or Olivia Rodrigo?