NPR Music's picks for the best albums out this week include RAYE's long-awaited debut, My 21st Century Blues, SYML's stirring The Day My Father Died, the return of Shania Twain and more.Featured Albums:1. SYML — The Day My Father DiedFeatured Songs: "Chariot," "Howling (feat. Lucius)," "Lost Myself (feat. Guy Garvey)," "The Day My Father Died"2. RAYE — My 21st Century BluesFeatured Songs: "The Thrill Is Gone," "Oscar Winning Tears," "Hard Out Here"3. Joe Chambers — Dance KobinaFeatured Songs: "Gazelle Suite," "Caravanserai"4. Young Fathers — Heavy HeavyFeatured Songs: "Geronimo," "I Saw," "Tell Somebody"5. Shania Twain — Queen of MeFeatured Song: "Pretty Liar"Lightning Round Picks:Epik High — StrawberryThe Go! Team — Get Up Sequences Part TwoJames Brandon Lewis — Eye of IRobert Forster — The Candle and the FlameOther notable releases for Feb. 3:Ben Wolfe — UnjustBest Fern — Earth Then AirFantastic Negrito — Grandfather CourageHamish Hawk — Angel NumbersLoscil & Lawrence English — Colours of AirM(h)aol — Attachment StyleThe Psychotic Monks — Pink Colour SurgerySomebody's Child — Somebody's ChildSunny War — Anarchist GospelTropical F*** Storm — SUBMERSIVE BEHAVIORVarious — Ears of the People: Ekonting Songs from Senegal and the GambiaLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

British singer-songwriter RAYE, celebrated for her six BRIT Awards, shares her transformative journey in music. She opens up about the healing power of songwriting and her experiences with mental health and imposter syndrome in the spotlight. RAYE discusses the emotional highs and lows of fame, highlighting the importance of authenticity in her artistry. The podcast also humorously addresses Donald Trump’s debate antics and his unexpected marketing ventures, showcasing the absurdities of politics and pop culture.

British pop sensation RAYE shares her journey in the music industry, from winning Brit Awards to finding inspiration in Nina Simone. She delves into the creation process of her new single 'Genesis' and the emotional depth behind her music. Listen to RAYE's raw and candid conversation about taking control of her career and crafting meaningful songs.

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