All Songs Considered The Contenders, Vol. 16: Jay Som, Jeff Tweedy, Kassa Overall, more
Jul 22, 2025
This mix dives into whether music can save the world, featuring fresh tracks from Jay Som and Jeff Tweedy. The hosts explore cinema's unexpected moments and how new tunes encapsulate nostalgia and connection. They celebrate their 25th anniversary with a look back at the best songs from 2021. A discussion on the healing power of music shines a light on resilience amidst chaos, while Kassa Overall's jazzy reinterpretations of hip hop illustrate creative innovation. Themes of modern loneliness resonate, reminding us of our yearning for connection.
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J-SOM Meets Jimmy Eat World
- J-SOM's collaboration with Jimmy Eat World produces a powerful pop punk catharsis.
- Their combined sound blends euphoric melancholy with satisfying hooks and big releases.
Repetition as Musical Mantra
- Google Earth blends experimental sounds with minimal lyrics and repetition.
- Their music uses repetition as a mantra, evolving the single lyric into a mantra-like experience.
Goon's Album Born from Crisis
- Goon's album 'Dream 3' was shaped by Kenny Becker's personal crisis during recording.
- Despite heartbreak, he continued the project, resulting in a chaotic, murky, collage-like sound.