All Songs Considered Summer '25 Album Preview
NPR Music's Sheldon Pearce teams up with Celia Gregory, host at WNXP in Nashville, to dive into the most anticipated summer albums. They spotlight Wet Leg’s evolving sound and discuss artists like Marissa Nadler and Superchunk, emphasizing emotional resonance and authenticity. The talk includes the shift of Indigo De Souza to pop and Lucrecia Dalt's personal themes. The vibrant jazz collective Kokoroko also gets a mention, showcasing the blend of modern sounds and traditional roots. They wrap up with a nostalgic nod to memorable songs from 2015.
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Wet Leg's Maturation and Band Growth
- Wet Leg's sophomore album shows clear growth and maturity while keeping their signature sass and fun spirit.
- Including touring members in writing supports their cohesion and live performance enjoyment.
Marissa Nadler's Intimate Direction
- Marissa Nadler's new album takes a more insular, hushed, and haunting approach.
- She produced and recorded most songs herself, showcasing her voice as the central focus.
Superchunk's Joyful Endurance
- Superchunk's new album emphasizes the joy and enduring spirit of playing together.
- Themes explore finding meaning and happiness amid shared struggles.
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Evolving Sounds: New Directions in Music
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Exploring Vitality and Meaning in Music
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Summer Sounds: New Album Insights
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Exploring Artist Vulnerability and Musical Influence
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We look at the most anticipated albums coming this summer, from Wet Leg, Big Thief, Superchunk, Lucrecia Dalt and more. WNXP's Celia Gregory joins NPR Music's Sheldon Pearce and host Robin Hilton.
Featured artists and albums:
1. Wet Leg: 'moisturizer' (featured song: "CPR")
2. Marissa Nadler: 'New Radiations' (featured song: "New Radiations")
3. Superchunk: 'Songs in the Key of Yikes' (featured song: "Everybody Dies")
4. Indigo De Souza: 'Precipice' (featured song; "Crying Over Nothing")
5. Lucrecia Dalt: 'A Danger to Ourselves' (featured song: "divina")
6. Kokoroko: 'TUFF TIMES NEVER LAST' (featured song: "Three Piece Suit")
7. Parcels: 'LOVED' (featured song: "yougotmefeeling")
8. Big Thief: 'Double Infinity' (featured song: "Incomprehensible")
9. Georgia Harmer: 'Eye Of The Storm' (featured song: "Can We Be Still")
'All Songs Considered' 25th anniversary segment: Our No. 1 songs from 2015
Weekly reset: Summer weekend in the neighborhood with sprinkler, birds, lawnmower.
Enjoy the show? Share it with a friend and leave us a review on Apple or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.org
Hear new songs from past episodes in the All Songs Considered playlists in Apple Music and Spotify.
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Featured artists and albums:
1. Wet Leg: 'moisturizer' (featured song: "CPR")
2. Marissa Nadler: 'New Radiations' (featured song: "New Radiations")
3. Superchunk: 'Songs in the Key of Yikes' (featured song: "Everybody Dies")
4. Indigo De Souza: 'Precipice' (featured song; "Crying Over Nothing")
5. Lucrecia Dalt: 'A Danger to Ourselves' (featured song: "divina")
6. Kokoroko: 'TUFF TIMES NEVER LAST' (featured song: "Three Piece Suit")
7. Parcels: 'LOVED' (featured song: "yougotmefeeling")
8. Big Thief: 'Double Infinity' (featured song: "Incomprehensible")
9. Georgia Harmer: 'Eye Of The Storm' (featured song: "Can We Be Still")
'All Songs Considered' 25th anniversary segment: Our No. 1 songs from 2015
Weekly reset: Summer weekend in the neighborhood with sprinkler, birds, lawnmower.
Enjoy the show? Share it with a friend and leave us a review on Apple or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.org
Hear new songs from past episodes in the All Songs Considered playlists in Apple Music and Spotify.
Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NPR Privacy Policy