On this week's episode of the Greatest Pop Stars podcast, we evaluate all aspects of the leadup to (and eventual release of) Lady Gaga's latest LP.

No – Lady Gaga did not release her album Mayhem early on YouTube. She instead decided to both cause chaos and delight with her fans and beyond, and it’s all a bit confusing unless you’re in the know so for those who are stumped here’s what’s gone down.

It’s time to gobble up the last of those Chromatica Oreos, because a new Lady Gaga era is upon us. That’s right, the singer and actress has finally announced her long-awaited seventh album Mayhem, set to drop on March 7.