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. Support the show with a review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. And tell a friend! Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.org 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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