Her new album is a work of self-citation, rummaging around in Gaga’s own past for inspiration. It’s also, somehow, the freshest collection of songs she has released in years.

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.