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All Songs Considered

All Songs Considered

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 All Songs Considered is NPR's flagship podcast for new music, artist interviews and friendly banter about the albums and musicians you love. Plus, special episodes on topics we can all relate to, like the best roadtrip anthems or songs to calm the nerves.

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  • Jack White shreds, Boards of Canada split the universe, more

    Jack White shreds, Boards of Canada split the universe, more
    Apr 21 2026
    Our latest mix of the best new songs out now includes a scorching new cut from Jack White, a surprise (and breathtaking) return of electronic legends Boards of Canada, outlaw country from Charley Crockett and more.

    NPR Music’s Sheldon Pearce joins host Robin Hilton.

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    Featured artists and songs:

    (00:00) Intro

    (01:22) Jack White: “G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs” (Single)

    (08:38) Kelela: “idea 1” (Single)

    (16:13) mary in the junkyard: “Crash Landing” from Role Model Hermit

    (24:59) Charley Crockett: “Kentucky Too Long” from Age of the Ram

    (32:33) Boards of Canada: “Tape 05” (Single)

    (40:09) Purity Ring: “lemonlime” (Single)


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    45 mins
  • Interview: Beck returns, rides lonesome on new song

    Interview: Beck returns, rides lonesome on new song
    Apr 20 2026
    We talk with Beck about his gauzy new song, "Ride Lonesome," what he’s been up to since releasing his last album seven years ago, and what he (maybe?) has planned for the coming year.

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    22 mins
  • Need a reset?

    Need a reset?
    Apr 14 2026
    We celebrate spring and new beginnings with a perfect mix of songs for starting over. This can take many forms: songs that spark a good, cleansing cry; songs that offer wisdom, or just a sure-fire jolt of adrenaline. But in the end, all of the tracks can help reconfigure your mood, your day or even your life.

    Host Robin Hilton is joined by NPR Music’s Noah Caldwell and Dora Levite.

    Featured artists and songs:

    (00:00) Intro

    (02:05) Nina Simone: “Feelin’ Good” from I Put a Spell on You

    (06:02) Cassandra Jenkins: “Hard Drive” from An Overview of Phenomenal Nature

    (10:29) Cajmere: “Brighter Days” from Brighter Days

    (15:42) Beastie Boys: “Sabotage” from Ill Communication

    (18:54) Wednesday: “Reality TV Argument Bleeds” from Bleeds

    (22:43) Gregory Alan Isakov: “Second Chances” from The Weatherman

    (27:09) Bob Marley: “Three Little Birds” from Exodus

    (30:56) LCD Soundsystem: “Oh Baby” from American Dream

    (35:18) Ryuichi Sakamoto: “Zure” from async

    (41:02) Amy Shark: “Amy Shark” from Cry Forever

    (45:26) Sluice: “Beadie” from Companion

    (50:05) The Allman Brothers Band: “Ain’t Wastin’ Time No More” from Eat a Peach

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    53 mins
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