All Songs Considered New Music Friday: The best releases out on Sept. 8
Sep 8, 2023
The podcast discusses interesting topics such as Olivia Rodrigo's album 'GUTS', a nostalgic album serving as a Gen Z soundtrack, and soul-inspired sounds keeping the genre alive. It also explores James Blake's album 'Playing Robots Into Heaven' and the release of a posthumous album by Mark Linkas.
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Olivia Rodrigo's "Guts"
- Olivia Rodrigo's album "Guts" showcases her growth as an artist.
- She leans into rock music while exploring fame's pressures and self-image.
Generational Music
- Every generation needs coming-of-age albums like Rodrigo's.
- It will be interesting to see the nostalgia it evokes in the future, similar to Avril Lavigne's impact.
Jalen Ngonda's Soulful Voice
- Jalen Ngonda's soulful voice sets him apart, despite familiar musical elements.
- His music acts as a bridge between older and younger generations, keeping the soul genre alive.