This is your next jam: Britney Spears, Katy Perry, and more

Welcome back to The Verge’s weekly musical roundup. I’m Jamieson, I’m still your host, and if this week’s picks are a little off it’s because every song I heard this week was distorted by the air conditioner whining right next to my desk. Summer finally rolled up and socked me on the chin after a few weeks of tolerable weather, and I’m sure it’s affecting my listening habits in ways I can’t quite understand. Please consider the selection of these j