Songs We Love: Auntie Flo Feat. Poppy Ackroyd & Richard Thair, 'For Mihaly'
A melancholy track about living in the moment from fine purveyors of globally minded house music.
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First Listen: Bill Ryder-Jones, 'West Kirby County Primary'
The former Coral frontman's songs ache with the resignation of someone still searching for answers. Remarkably, these songs sway with a light touch, with melodies that feel lived-in and singable.
First Listen: Floating Points, 'Elaenia'
A slice of ambient, psychedelic-jazz dance music from one of the London club scene's top producers. There are only hints of vocals, and the ones that do appear aren't used in the service of language.
First Listen: Carla Morrison, 'Amor Supremo'
The Mexican singer-songwriter crafts a sublime and captivating representation of her lyrical gifts. Throughout Amor Supremo, she expands her sound by couching subtle springs in electronics.
First Listen: Old Dominion, 'Meat And Candy'
The fast-rising country band brings first-rate craftsmanship to one of popular music's abiding themes: savoring fleeting pleasures.
Richard Strauss' Musical Mountain Climb
Marking the 100th anniversary of An Alpine Symphony, take a guided tour through Strauss' evocative music with conductor Semyon Bychkov and author David Hurwitz as trail guides.
Music Review: 'Oh My Goodness,' Donnie Fritts
For over 40 years, Donnie Fritts has been a musician, an actor and a songwriter. Music reviewer Meredith Ochs says his latest album, Oh My Goodness, contributes to an Americana legacy that continues to inspire.
First Watch: Des Ark, 'Snake Stuff'
Sweet and strong, the song and its video find magic in the ordinary.
Latitudes: Our Favorite Global Music In October
Art rock to bubbly pop — we've got fresh sounds from Japan, the U.K., India, Germany and Turkey.
Ezra Furman On World Cafe
Almost 10 years into his career, the Chicago musician gave up — and finally succeeded. Hear that story, plus live versions of his new songs.