All Songs Considered

Mavis Staples. Young Miko. A jaw-dropping project from Rosalía. NPR Music's Stephen Thompson is joined by Alt.Latino's Anamaria Sayre and Liz Felix from WYEP in Pittsburgh to discuss their favorite new albums out November 7. The Starting 5: - Rosalía, 'Lux' - Young Miko, 'Do Not Disturb' - Various Artists, 'All Things Go: 10 Years' - Portugal. The Man, 'Shish' - Mavis Staples, 'Sad and Beautiful World' The Lightning Round: - Juana Molina, 'DOGA' - Liam Kazar, 'Pilot Light' - The Mountain Goats, 'Through This Fire Across From Peter Balkan' - The Cranberries, 'MTV Unplugged' - Sarathy Korwar, 'There Is Beauty, There Already' See the long list of albums out Nov. 7 and sample dozens of them via our New Music Friday playlist on NPR.org Credits: Host: Stephen Thompson Guests: Anamaria Sayre and Liz Felix, WYEP Audio Producer: Noah Caldwell Digital Producer: Elle Mannion Editor: Otis Hart Executive Producer: Suraya Mohamed Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Ever since I heard the Argentine saxophonist Gato Barbieri back in the Seventies, I’ve been fascinated by musicians from South America who found their way to jazz. Lately there seems to be a strong showing of contemporary musicians from various Latin American countries who not only play jazz but also mix certain Latin American folk traditions into their sound. So, this week I spoke with six of them: vocalist Claudia Acuña from Chile, Argentine vocalists Sofia Rei and Roxana Amed, Mexican vocalist Magos Herrera, guitarist/vocalist Camila Meza and tenor saxophonist Melissa Aldana. Each has a story about identity, living the jazz dream and how they came to jazz. Hopefully you’ll use this roadmap to start your own journey into jazz, if you haven’t already. - Felix Music heard in this episode: Claudia Acuña - “Prelude To A Kiss” Sofia Rei - “El Gavilán” Gato Barieri - “To Be Continued” Roxana Amed - “Corazón delator” Mangos Herrera - “Luz de Luna” Camila Meza - “Utopia” Melissa Aldana - “A Purpose” Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Our fourth installment of music to slow the blood is a mix of all-new releases from this year, from the world-building, ambient sounds of Ozbolt and Klein to the hope, optimism and good company found in the music of Samia, Hand Habits, KeiyaA and more. NPR Music’s Dora Levite and Sheldon Pearce join host Robin Hilton. Featured songs and artists: 1. Kieren Hebden & William Tyler: “Secret City,” from ‘41 Longfield Street Late ‘80s’ 2. Cassandra Jenkins: “Only Relaxation,” from ‘My Light, My Massage Parlor’ 3. David Cordero & anthené: “Humedal,” from ‘Let One Bird Sing’ 4. KeiyaA: “stupid prizes,” from ‘hooke’s law’ 5. Annahstasia: Unrest,” from ‘Tether’ 6. Klein: “it is what it is in d minor,” from ‘sleep with a cane’ 7. Mark Pritchard & Thom Yorke: “The Spirit,” from ‘Tall Tales’ 8. Hand Habits: “Jasmine Blossoms,” from ‘Blue Reminder’ 9. Ozbolt: “Harkerville Coastal Trail,” from ‘Chasyng Drakens’ 10. Samia: “Pool (Stripped),” from ‘The Baby (5th Anniversary Edition)’ 11. The Armed: “I Steal What I Want,” from ‘The Future Is Here And Everything Needs To Be Destroyed’ 12. Stars of the Lid: “Goodnight,” from ‘Music for Nitrous Oxide (30 Year Anniversary 2025 Remaster)' Enjoy the show? Send it to a friend and leave us a review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.org Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

It was a year of staggering losses, from David Bowie and Prince to Leonard Cohen and George Michael. But it was also a year of monumental new music, including Beyonce’s 'Lemonade' and a mountain-sized rock anthem from Mitski. Note: This is a recurring series in celebration of All Songs Considered’s 25th anniversary. A shorter version of this episode ran earlier in the year. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

A Waxahatchee side project. Guided By Voices. keiyaA. Marfa Public Radio's Julie Bee joins NPR Music's Stephen Thompson to break down the best albums out on Halloween. The Starting 5: - Snocaps (Katie and Allison Crutchfield), s/t - Guided By Voices, Thick Rich and Delicious - Chat Pile & Hayden Pedigo, In The Earth Again - keiyaA, hooke's law - Anna von Hausswolff, Iconoclasts The Lightning Round: - Florence + The Machine, Everybody Scream - The Charlatans, We Are Love - Saintsenaca, Highwalllow & Supermoon Songs - Hilary Woods, Night CRIÚ - Lily Lyons, Re-Open The World See the long list of albums out Oct. 31 and sample dozens of them via our New Music Friday playlist on NPR.org. Follow Julie Bee's weekly Marfa Public Radio show on Mixcloud. Credits: Host: Stephen Thompson Guest: Julie Bee, Marfa Public Radio Audio Producer: Noah Caldwell Digital Producer: Elle Mannion Editor: Otis Hart Executive Producer: Suraya Mohamed Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Not to sound like a broken record, but I'll say it again: the variety of creative expression in what is inadequately labeled "Latin music" continues to astound me. From the bossa nova-by-way-of-Guatemala of Fabuloso and Los Skeepers, to the evolving torch singing of the Chilean-via-Mexico vocalist Mon Laferte, to the ‘Western noir’ of California singer Andrés Miguel Cervantes, to Nathy Peluso’s Argentine take on Seventies New York City salsa, to jazz from southern Spain’s Chano Domínguez... how do we even try to keep up with this kind of output? Someone has to do it, and we’re glad it’s us. Featured artists and songs: - Milo J, 'OLIMPO', 'Bajo De La Piel', 'Jangadero' - Fabuloso & Los Skeepers, 'Si Te Gusta' - Mon Laferte, 'Las Flores Que Dejaste En La Mesa', '1:30' - Chano Domínguez & Emaginario, 'March Of The Siguiriyas' - Nathy Peluso, 'ÁNGEL' - Andrés Miguel Cervantes, 'Dreams of Jacumba' This podcast episode was produced by Noah Caldwell. The executive producer of NPR Music is Suraya Mohamed. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

It’s a week of surprises as we update our running list of the year’s best music, with a mix of songs that refuse to be any one thing. Plus, singer Brandi Carlile drops a stunning, stadium-sized rock anthem. NPR Music editor Sheldon Pearce joins host Robin Hilton. Featured artists and songs: 1. Brandi Carlile: “Church & State,” from ‘Returning to Myself’ 2. Hannah Frances: “The Space Between (feat. Daniel Rossen),” from ‘Nested in Tangles’ 3. Kelly Moran: “Don’t Trust Mirrors,” from ‘Don’t Trust Mirrors’ 4. Blood Orange: “The Last of England,” from ‘Essex Honey’ 5. Magdalena Bay: “Second Sleep” (single) Weekly reset: A family of bears rummage through a forest on an autumn afternoon. Enjoy the show? Share it with a friend and leave us a review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.org Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Guitar rock comes roaring back, a monumental tear-jerker wrecks legions of fans, hip-hop hits Broadway and more. Note: This is a recurring series in celebration of All Songs Considered’s 25th anniversary. A shorter version of this episode ran earlier in the year. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Brandi Carlile. Miguel. Tortoise. Host Stephen Thompson chats with Ayana Contreras from KUVO in Denver about their favorite albums out Friday, Oct. 24. The Starting 5: - Brandi Carlile, 'Returning To Myself' - Miguel, 'Caos' - Tortoise, 'Touch' - Daniel Caesar, 'Son Of Spergy' - Yazmin Lacey, 'Teal Dreams The Lightning Round: - iLe, 'Como Las Canto Yo' - Natural Information Society, 'Perseverance Flow' - Hannah Jadagu, 'Describe' - Hether, 'Holy Water' - Joyer, 'On the Other End of the Line' See the long list of albums out Oct. 24 and sample dozens of them via our New Music Friday playlist on NPR.org. Credits: Host: Stephen Thompson Guest: Ayana Contreras, KUVO Audio Producer: Noah Caldwell Digital Producer: Elle Mannion Editor: Otis Hart Executive Producer: Suraya Mohamed Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

This is the first episode of a new series on All Songs Considered, hosted by NPR Music critic Ann Powers and editor Daoud Tyler-Ameen. Most of what you hear on All Songs is focused on new music, but now, every other Thursday, Ann and Daoud will pick an old song and discuss how it has managed to stand the test of time and why we still care about it. This week’s song: “I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)” by Stevie Wonder, from 1972. This episode is available for everyone, but upcoming episodes in this series will be just for NPR Music+ supporters. NPR Music+ is a new way to support NPR and public radio. When you join, you’ll get access to every episode in this new series, and you’ll get to hear every episode of All Songs Considered and Alt.Latino sponsor-free. Sign up at plus.npr.org/nprmusic Follow Ann and Daoud's work at NPR Music Subscribe to the NPR Music newsletter Follow NPR's Tiny Desk Concerts Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

The past month has been a whirlwind. The El Tiny takeover of the Tiny Desk... interviews with some of the most exciting artists in Latin music... and, of course, puppets! So, for today's episode, we emerge from the craziness and dig into our neglected mailbag, which is brimming with new music. What did we find? Simple beauty. A young songwriter from Veracruz whose spare compositions have wowed his elders. An offbeat producer from Madrid. And, a joyful ode to a city half a millennium old. Featured artists and songs: - Arath Herce, "Musas en Mi" and "Quien Pensaría" - iLe, "Si Te Contara" - TRISTAN!, "Voyage" and "Ártico" - Venezonix ft. Pahua, "La Soledad" - Meme de Real, "Estaba Sentado" and "Embeces" - Bomba Estereo ft. Carlos Vives, "La Samaria" This podcast was produced by Noah Caldwell. The executive producer of NPR Music is Suraya Mohamed. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Who’s the Mariah Carey of Halloween? Labels and artists are trying to capitalize on spooky season, but these are the songs that belong in the canon, from the truly terrifying to autumnal and nostalgic. Featured songs: 1. Phoebe Bridgers: “Killer” from ‘Stranger in the Alps’ 2. Fever Ray: “If I Had A Heart,” from ‘Fever Ray’ 3. Sufjan Stevens: “John Wayne Gacy, Jr” from ‘Illinois’ 4. Jack Lenz: “Goosebumps” (theme from the TV show) 5. Disneyland Records: “Chilling, Thrilling Sounds of the Haunted House” 6. Alice Cooper: “Welcome to My Nightmare,” from ‘Welcome to My Nightmare’ 7. Oksana Linde: “Horizontes lejanos,” from ‘Travesias’ 8. Florence + the Machine: “Everybody Scream,” from ‘Everybody Scream’ 9. Ethel Cain: “Housofpsychoticwomn,” from ‘Perverts’ 10. girl in red: “We Fell In Love In October” (single) 11. Mimicking Birds: “Bloodlines,” from ‘EONS’ 12. Van Morrison: “Moondance,” from ‘Moondance’ 13. The Cramps: “I Was A Teenage Werewolf,” from ‘Songs the Lord Taught Us’ 14. Dead Man’s Bones: “My Bodies a Zombie for You,” from ‘Dead Man’s Bones’ 15. Vince Guaraldi: “The Great Pumpkin Waltz,” from ‘The Great Pumpkin’ Weekly reset: Chilling, thrilling sounds from the haunted house Enjoy the show? Share it with a friend and leave us a review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.org Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

A new synth-pop duo comes out of the gate with a perfect song and country gets metaphysical, but a surprise drop from the tail end of 2013 dominates the year. Note: This is a recurring series in celebration of All Songs Considered’s 25th anniversary. A shorter version of this episode ran earlier in the year. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Tame Impala. Silvana Estrada. Soulwax! Guest host Anamaria Sayre is joined by Travis Holcombe of KCRW in Los Angeles to chat about their favorite albums out Friday, Oct. 17. The Starting 5: - Tame Impala, 'Deadbeat' - Silvana Estrada, 'Vendrán Suaves Lluvias' - Soulwax, 'All Systems Are Lying' - Meme del Real, 'La Montaña Encendida' - Clarice Jensen, 'In holiday clothing, out of the great darkness' The Lightning Round: - Nathy Peluso, 'MALPORTADA' EP - Sudan Archives, 'The BPM' - Skullcrusher, 'And Your Song Is Like a Circle' - C.Y.M., 'C.Y.M' - Sam Wilkes, 'Public Records Performance' See the long list of albums out Oct. 17 and sample dozens of them via our New Music Friday playlist on npr.org. Credits: Host: Anamaria Sayre Guest: Travis Holcombe, KCRW Audio Producer: Noah Caldwell Digital Producer: Elle Mannion Editor: Otis Hart Executive Producer: Suraya Mohamed Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

There is no question that Mexican vocalist and composer Silvana Estrada is special to Alt.Latino. Ever since she launched her 2022 album "Marchita" with a series of revelatory singles, she seemingly spoke directly to Alt.Latino co-host Anamaria Sayre. Since those earliest days, the two have been able to spend quite a bit of time together in interviews and other public gatherings, which only brought them closer on a personal level. Now, as Estrada releases her new album, "Vendrán Suaves Lluvias," and celebrates the publication of her Tiny Desk Concert, it seemed like a good time to sit in on the ever-flowing conversations between the two of them. The result is a conversation that is probably a lot more personal than you’re used to. And that’s OK. Because Silvana is a performer of complex emotions, and while you can experience those emotions through songs, sometimes you have to hear things for yourself. Enjoy. This podcast episode was produced by Noah Caldwell. The executive producer of NPR Music is Suraya Mohamed. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

We’ve got two of the most-talked-about albums of the year, the return of electro-folk wonder Juana Molina, guitar rock from Alien Boy, Agriculture and more. NPR Music’s Dora Levite joins host Robin Hilton as we update our running list of the year’s best songs. Featured artists and songs: 1. Geese: “Islands of Men,” from ‘Getting Killed’ 2. Juana Molina: “Siestas ahí,” from ‘DOGA’ 3. Dijon: “Yamaha,” from ‘Baby’ 4. Devin Shaffer: “All My Dreams Are Coming True,” from ‘Patience’ 5. Agriculture: “Hallelujah,” from ‘The Spiritual Sound’ 6. Alien Boy: “Cold Air,” from ‘You Wanna Fade?’ Weekly reset: A pixilated afternoon in the Minecraft universe. Enjoy the show? Share it with a friend and leave us a review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.org Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

A country music makeover, an electro-pop crooner inspired by Sam Cooke, the stomp-clap era continues, and more. Note: This is a recurring feature in celebration of All Songs Considered’s 25th anniversary. A shorter version of this episode ran earlier in the year. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Makaya McCraven. Madi Diaz. The return of Mobb Deep. Guest host Rodney Carmichael chats with Celia Gregory from WNXP in Nashville about their favorite albums out Friday, Oct. 10. Intro: - Patti Smith, 'Horses (50th Anniversary)' The Starting 5: - Madi Diaz, 'Fatal Optimist' (Stream) - Princess Nokia, 'Girls' (Stream) - Madison Cunningham, 'Ace' (Stream) - Makaya McCraven, 'Off The Record' (Buy) - Mobb Deep, 'Infinite' (Stream) The Lightning Round: - NoSo, 'When Are You Leaving?' - Jay Som, 'Belong' - Amber Mark, 'Pretty Idea' - Black Eyes, 'Hostile Design' - Gabriel Kahane, 'Heirloom' See the long list of albums out Oct. 10 and sample dozens of them via our New Music Friday playlist on npr.org. Credits: Host: Rodney Carmichael Guest: Celia Gregory, WNXP Audio Producer: Noah Caldwell Digital Producer: Elle Mannion Editor: Otis Hart Executive Producer: Suraya Mohamed Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

The flood gates open to K-Pop, plus a feel-good rock anthem (from a band that hasn’t released anything since), a pop juggernaut that became the year’s “song of summer,” and more. Note: This is a recurring feature in celebration of the show’s 25th anniversary. A shorter version of this episode ran earlier in the year. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

Gloria Estefan is one of those musicians whose work and mere presence in the record industry deserves without question platitudes like ‘pioneering’ or ‘ground breaking.’ In fact, we have often mentioned her in that light throughout the fifteen years of Alt.Latino. So it was a thrill to invite her to chat with us once again, this time immediately after a stunning Tiny Desk performance that will publish on October 13th. She gives serious Favorite Tiá vibes, and since she and Felix are close in age, it felt like a conversation with a good friend with a fascinating life story - who just happens to have one of the richest song catalogs in Latin music history. This podcast episode was produced by Noah Caldwell. The executive producer of NPR Music is Suraya Mohamed. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy