All Songs Considered New Music Friday: A roundup of December albums
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Jan 2, 2026 Kick off the new year with a look back at December's music gems. Discover the innovative evolving playlist by Fred Again.., blending genres and guest artists. Dive into Nate Amos's polished project, This Is Lorelei, praised for its adventurous sound. Explore HEALTH's industrial yet beautiful new release, and why Julianna Hatfield is a hidden gem in music. Don't miss the nostalgic vibes from DJ Sabrina's epic four-hour mix. Finally, learn about Daniel Lopatin's Oscar-nominated score that ties into his acclaimed work.
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Classic Albums Keep Evolving
- Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here got a lavish 50th-anniversary box set with new mixes and extra material.
- Stephen Thompson highlights that classic albums keep evolving through deluxe reissues and fresh perspectives.
Albums As Living Documents
- Fred Again.. released USB 2 as a fluid project that's part album and part evolving playlist.
- Stephen Thompson notes the record updates frequently and now runs over two hours with many guests.
Reworking Bandcamp Songs Into A Polished Album
- Nate Amos, aka This Is Lorelai, re-recorded old Bandcamp songs for a polished December follow-up.
- Stephen Thompson describes the result as sharp, breezy, charming, and sonically far-reaching.