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All Songs Considered

The Contenders, Vol. 14: The songs we can't stop playing this week

Jul 23, 2024
Moses Sumney, Alisa Amador, and Orville Peck discuss their latest songs in this episode. Topics include Moses Sumney's sensuality and intuition in music, Alisa Amador's hopeful track 'Woke Up Today', and Orville Peck collaborating with Beck on 'Death Valley High'. The hosts also explore emotional impacts of various songs and artist collaborations.
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Quick takeaways

  • Orville Peck and Beck's 'Death Valley High' showcases a whimsical blend of styles and characters reflecting fun and escapism.
  • Moses Sumney's 'Gold Coast' delves into sensuality and connection, combining emotional resonance with danceable beats.

Deep dives

Orville Peck and Beck Collaboration

Orville Peck and Beck recently collaborated on a song called 'Death Valley High' from Peck's upcoming album 'Stampede.' The song showcases a unique blend of their styles, drawing comparisons to Vegas Elvis and Tom Jones. Their shared whimsical and demented characters in the song reflect a sense of fun and escapism in the city of lights.

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