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New Music Friday: The best albums out May 17
May 17, 2024
NPR Music's Stephen Thompson and Hazel Cills discuss new releases by Billie Eilish, Rapsody, and Beth Gibbons. They delve into diverse music styles, artists' personal journeys, and the evolution of musical narratives. The podcast also explores the array of music releases on May 17th, including tribute albums and NPR Music playlists.
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- Billie Eilish's album 'Hit Me Hard and Soft' showcases a new goth-pop dance style without pre-release singles.
- Rapsody's album 'Please Don't Cry' explores introspective themes through collaborative production and guest appearances.
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The podcast discusses the music trends of the year, focusing on notable pop culture grievances and the frequent releases of albums by major artists. It highlights the impact of the writer's strike on the promotional strategies for big pop records in 2023, leading to a surge of album releases in the current year.
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