All Songs Considered

In this podcast, they discuss the 30th anniversary of Nirvana's 'In Utero' album, exploring the unique sound of producer Steve Albini and discussing the challenges faced in remixing the songs. They also talk about the band's recording experience, reception of the album, and upcoming anniversary release.

The podcast discusses interesting topics such as Olivia Rodrigo's album 'GUTS', a nostalgic album serving as a Gen Z soundtrack, and soul-inspired sounds keeping the genre alive. It also explores James Blake's album 'Playing Robots Into Heaven' and the release of a posthumous album by Mark Linkas.

NPR Music's picks for the best albums out this week include Speedy Ortiz's 'Rabbit Rabbit', Illa J's 'No Traffic', Puma Blue's 'Holy Waters', and Slowdive's 'everything is alive'. The hosts discuss Speedy Ortiz's exploration of art and industry, Illa J's funky production and collaboration, and Puma Blue's haunting music project. They also highlight other notable releases and recommend albums by L'Rain, Ama Lou, Kendra Morris, and Jeff Rosenstock.

Celebrate the joy of ice cream with songs and recommendations, including the historical significance of ice cream in Washington, D.C. and the music of Matt Farley. Explore the fascination and sensory experience of ice cream, its use as a metaphor in songs, and enjoy a listener's story.

Burna Boy, a global sensation, and rising R&B star Victoria Monét highlight their albums in this episode. The podcast also explores Afro-fusionist music's impact on Western pop, discusses Danger Mouse and Gemini's album, explores Latin American songbook through jazz, and highlights Chicago rapper's new record and Strawberry Runners' full-length album.

Speakers discuss the profound impact of hip-hop verses on their lives, reflecting on the power of lyrics, the influence on their own writing, and the cultural significance of these verses. They explore the role of hip-hop in addressing social issues such as race, policing, and mass incarceration, highlighting its transformative power and importance in artistic expression.

In an interview with All Songs Considered's Bob Boilen, Paul Simon discusses his retirement from music, his new album 'Seven Psalms', and his interest in pursuing painting. He reflects on the creative process, life's mysteries, and the limitations of human understanding.

The guests in this podcast include Jon Batiste, Hozier, Rhiannon Giddens, Cautious Clay, and Genesis Owusu. They discuss new releases like 'World Music Radio' by Jon Batiste and 'Unreal Unearth' by Hozier. The podcast explores the journey and collaborations of John Batiste, the qualities of Hozier's music, and the incorporation of air candy sounds in Genesis Owusu's album 'Struggler'. They also talk about Rhiannon Giddens' fun and humorous new album and an artist who explores their lineages to shape their musical identity.

Join Anamaria Sayre and Felix Contreras as they round up their favorite music from the last few months, including the unique elements of Dario Acosta Teich's fusion of Tango and jazz, and the rise of rising regional star DannyLux. They also discuss the interconnectedness of Latin music and the tension surrounding the representation of Mexican culture in music.

Robbie Robertson, lead guitarist and songwriter for The Band, died Aug. 9 at the age of 80. For this remembrance, we're sharing an encore presentation of a conversation Robertson had with All Songs Considered's Bob Boilen in 2018, on the 50th anniversary of The Band's seminal album Music From Big Pink.Note: This interview originally published Aug. 8, 2018.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy