All Ears: Contemplating The Cosmos
A handful of recent experimental albums reach beyond our material world, turning away from familiar "cosmic" tropes, toward explorations of the elemental, the divine and the unknown.
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Slingshot Scenes: 10 Artists You Should Know From Philadelphia
From the propulsive punk of Low Dose to the uplifting dreamscapes of Orion Sun and the heady rock of Ali Awan, these are the Philly musicians you need to hear right now.
First Listen: The Comet Is Coming, 'Trust In The Lifeforce Of The Deep Mystery'
The London trio, led by Shabaka Hutchings on reeds, liberates itself from received jazz wisdom, let alone any form of decorum.
Y La Bamba's 'Mujeres' Record Rebukes Misogyny And Fights For Women To Be Heard
Y La Bamba's latest record, Mujeres, tackles misogyny and machismo. In the record, songwriter and vocalist Luz Elena Mendoza celebrates the women she writes for.
Still Tippin': Solange At Home In Houston
Days after Solange dropped her visual album When I Get Home, the artist/auteur doubled down on her love for Houston by hosting screenings of the album's companion art film all across the city.
Meg Myers: Tiny Desk Concert
Myers replaces her album's roaring electric guitars and electronics with a pulsing string quartet, piano and brushed drums — and uncorks a cover of Kate Bush's "Running Up That Hill."
The Claypool Lennon Delirium Balances A Classic Sound With Light Madness
Sean Lennon and Primus' Les Claypool explore a surreal intersection on South of Reality, where the fitful upheavals of progressive rock collide with soaring, blissed-out refrains.
The All Songs Considered SXSW Preview, 2019
We've listened to more than a thousand songs by bands playing this year's festival. On this episode, we share some of our best discoveries before we hit the ground to see as many shows as possible.
Michael Jackson: A Quarter-Century Of Sexual Abuse Allegations
The documentary Leaving Neverland has revived allegations of sexual abuse against Michael Jackson. As early as 1993, young boys and their families were accusing the megastar.
The National Announces New Album With 'You Had Your Soul With You'
The lead single from I Am Easy To Find, due out May 17, is just about the loveliest thing, featuring vocals from Gail Ann Dorsey.