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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out July 2026
The door closes on an eventful month with a fresh crop of summer sounds… Blending irresistible power pop energy with well-observed and often humorous…
The door closes on an eventful month with a fresh crop of summer sounds… Blending irresistible power pop energy with well-observed and often humorous…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out July 2026
The door closes on an eventful month with a fresh crop of summer sounds… Blending irresistible power pop energy with well-observed and often humorous…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out June 2026
Close the book on June with the last new releases of the month… Beth Orton is back in the producer’s seat for The Ground…
Close the book on June with the last new releases of the month… Beth Orton is back in the producer’s seat for The Ground…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out June 2026
Close the book on June with the last new releases of the month… Beth Orton is back in the producer’s seat for The Ground…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out May 2026
Reflecting on his childhood in Liverpool, Paul McCartney’s The Boys of Dungeon Lane is a nostalgic collection that includes Ringo Starr’s first appearance on…
Reflecting on his childhood in Liverpool, Paul McCartney’s The Boys of Dungeon Lane is a nostalgic collection that includes Ringo Starr’s first appearance on…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out May 2026
Reflecting on his childhood in Liverpool, Paul McCartney’s The Boys of Dungeon Lane is a nostalgic collection that includes Ringo Starr’s first appearance on…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out April 2026
Wrap up the month with new releases from familiar voices (and some newer ones, too!). After their Formentera duology, Canadian indie heroes Metric deliver…
Wrap up the month with new releases from familiar voices (and some newer ones, too!). After their Formentera duology, Canadian indie heroes Metric deliver…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out April 2026
Wrap up the month with new releases from familiar voices (and some newer ones, too!). After their Formentera duology, Canadian indie heroes Metric deliver…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out March 2026
Rounding third and headed for home, it’s the last new albums of the month! Anchored by the anthemic “Stay in Your Lane,” which got…
Rounding third and headed for home, it’s the last new albums of the month! Anchored by the anthemic “Stay in Your Lane,” which got…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out March 2026
Rounding third and headed for home, it’s the last new albums of the month! Anchored by the anthemic “Stay in Your Lane,” which got…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 2026
The month melts down with a busy day for new album releases. Taking on the persona of a paranoid, Grey Gardens-like recluse, Mitski’s Nothing’s…
The month melts down with a busy day for new album releases. Taking on the persona of a paranoid, Grey Gardens-like recluse, Mitski’s Nothing’s…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 2026
The month melts down with a busy day for new album releases. Taking on the persona of a paranoid, Grey Gardens-like recluse, Mitski’s Nothing’s…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 2026
While you continue to hunker down, thaw out, or trudge through the world, give a listen to January’s final batch of new releases. Now…
While you continue to hunker down, thaw out, or trudge through the world, give a listen to January’s final batch of new releases. Now…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 2026
While you continue to hunker down, thaw out, or trudge through the world, give a listen to January’s final batch of new releases. Now…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out December 12th
If you can believe it, it’s the last edition of PRESS PLAY for this year! There are already plenty of albums on our radar…
If you can believe it, it’s the last edition of PRESS PLAY for this year! There are already plenty of albums on our radar…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out December 12th
If you can believe it, it’s the last edition of PRESS PLAY for this year! There are already plenty of albums on our radar…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out December 5th
As the year winds down, you may be tempted to look ahead to the new albums due out in early 2026. But don’t overlook…
As the year winds down, you may be tempted to look ahead to the new albums due out in early 2026. But don’t overlook…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out December 5th
As the year winds down, you may be tempted to look ahead to the new albums due out in early 2026. But don’t overlook…
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Merry PRESSmas: New Holiday Sounds for 2025
Haul out the holly, it’s time to dig into this year’s new batch of holiday albums! Heartfelt honky-tonk and Opry-caliber showmanship make Old Crow…
Haul out the holly, it’s time to dig into this year’s new batch of holiday albums! Heartfelt honky-tonk and Opry-caliber showmanship make Old Crow…
Merry PRESSmas: New Holiday Sounds for 2025
Haul out the holly, it’s time to dig into this year’s new batch of holiday albums! Heartfelt honky-tonk and Opry-caliber showmanship make Old Crow…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out November 21st
This week’s assortment of new albums is proof that late-year release days can still be full of surprises. Sharing a title with the groundbreaking…
This week’s assortment of new albums is proof that late-year release days can still be full of surprises. Sharing a title with the groundbreaking…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out November 21st
This week’s assortment of new albums is proof that late-year release days can still be full of surprises. Sharing a title with the groundbreaking…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out November 14th
Collaboration is the theme of this week’s batch of new releases, particularly among unexpected participants. Pushing the boundaries of their progressive folk-rock to its…
Collaboration is the theme of this week’s batch of new releases, particularly among unexpected participants. Pushing the boundaries of their progressive folk-rock to its…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out November 14th
Collaboration is the theme of this week’s batch of new releases, particularly among unexpected participants. Pushing the boundaries of their progressive folk-rock to its…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out November 7th
Don’t think of the days as growing shorter, think of it as more time for listening to new albums at night. John Darnielle explores…
Don’t think of the days as growing shorter, think of it as more time for listening to new albums at night. John Darnielle explores…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out November 7th
Don’t think of the days as growing shorter, think of it as more time for listening to new albums at night. John Darnielle explores…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out October 31st
In what could be the most on-brand thing to happen on Halloween, Florence + the Machine materialize with their sinister sixth album, Everybody Scream.…
In what could be the most on-brand thing to happen on Halloween, Florence + the Machine materialize with their sinister sixth album, Everybody Scream.…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out October 31st
In what could be the most on-brand thing to happen on Halloween, Florence + the Machine materialize with their sinister sixth album, Everybody Scream.…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out October 24th
After last week’s cascade of new albums, it’s nice to take a deep breath and… listen to more new albums. Drawing inspiration from Emmylou…
After last week’s cascade of new albums, it’s nice to take a deep breath and… listen to more new albums. Drawing inspiration from Emmylou…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out October 24th
After last week’s cascade of new albums, it’s nice to take a deep breath and… listen to more new albums. Drawing inspiration from Emmylou…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out October 17th
This week brings a larger-than-life bounty of new albums to dig into. The follow-up to the Grammy-nominated The Slow Rush, Tame Impala returns to…
This week brings a larger-than-life bounty of new albums to dig into. The follow-up to the Grammy-nominated The Slow Rush, Tame Impala returns to…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out October 17th
This week brings a larger-than-life bounty of new albums to dig into. The follow-up to the Grammy-nominated The Slow Rush, Tame Impala returns to…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out October 10th
Solo artists dominate this week’s batch of new albums, but there’s always room for collaboration. After several years focused on production for boygenius and…
Solo artists dominate this week’s batch of new albums, but there’s always room for collaboration. After several years focused on production for boygenius and…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out October 10th
Solo artists dominate this week’s batch of new albums, but there’s always room for collaboration. After several years focused on production for boygenius and…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out October 3rd
It may appear that the month’s first release day is a modest one, but that’s showbiz baby! Splicing up sounds from Studio 54, Say…
It may appear that the month’s first release day is a modest one, but that’s showbiz baby! Splicing up sounds from Studio 54, Say…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out October 3rd
It may appear that the month’s first release day is a modest one, but that’s showbiz baby! Splicing up sounds from Studio 54, Say…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out September 26th
If you think it’s too early to enjoy a handful of nutmeg while listening to this week’s new albums, well you might be right.…
If you think it’s too early to enjoy a handful of nutmeg while listening to this week’s new albums, well you might be right.…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out September 26th
If you think it’s too early to enjoy a handful of nutmeg while listening to this week’s new albums, well you might be right.…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out September 19th
As we head into festival weekend, enjoy these new releases as an audio appetizer. Previous XPNFest headliners Wednesday follow up their acclaimed Rat Saw…
As we head into festival weekend, enjoy these new releases as an audio appetizer. Previous XPNFest headliners Wednesday follow up their acclaimed Rat Saw…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out September 19th
As we head into festival weekend, enjoy these new releases as an audio appetizer. Previous XPNFest headliners Wednesday follow up their acclaimed Rat Saw…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out September 12th
Tender folk, progressive pop, adventurous jazz-fusion, and psychedelic poetry highlight this week’s batch of new releases. Arriving nearly a year after his collaboration with…
Tender folk, progressive pop, adventurous jazz-fusion, and psychedelic poetry highlight this week’s batch of new releases. Arriving nearly a year after his collaboration with…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out September 12th
Tender folk, progressive pop, adventurous jazz-fusion, and psychedelic poetry highlight this week’s batch of new releases. Arriving nearly a year after his collaboration with…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out September 5th
The first release day of September brings along some big ones from familiar and rising voices. Accompanied by Brian Carpenter’s Ghost Train Orchestra, David…
The first release day of September brings along some big ones from familiar and rising voices. Accompanied by Brian Carpenter’s Ghost Train Orchestra, David…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out September 5th
The first release day of September brings along some big ones from familiar and rising voices. Accompanied by Brian Carpenter’s Ghost Train Orchestra, David…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out August 29th
As the curtain closes on Summer 2025, let this week’s abundance of new album usher in pumpkin spice season. Honed to a point at…
As the curtain closes on Summer 2025, let this week’s abundance of new album usher in pumpkin spice season. Honed to a point at…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out August 29th
As the curtain closes on Summer 2025, let this week’s abundance of new album usher in pumpkin spice season. Honed to a point at…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out August 22nd
Summer may be winding down, but the schedule of new albums is heating up. Stylish pop sensation Laufey’s third album, A Matter of Time,…
Summer may be winding down, but the schedule of new albums is heating up. Stylish pop sensation Laufey’s third album, A Matter of Time,…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out August 22nd
Summer may be winding down, but the schedule of new albums is heating up. Stylish pop sensation Laufey’s third album, A Matter of Time,…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out August 15th
This week’s batch of new albums includes an upcoming XPNFest guest and a group making their Free at Noon debut. On So Long Little…
This week’s batch of new albums includes an upcoming XPNFest guest and a group making their Free at Noon debut. On So Long Little…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out August 15th
This week’s batch of new albums includes an upcoming XPNFest guest and a group making their Free at Noon debut. On So Long Little…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out August 8th
From artists who are particularly prolific to those who remain elusive, these new releases are the result of deep creative focus. Taking their lumps…
From artists who are particularly prolific to those who remain elusive, these new releases are the result of deep creative focus. Taking their lumps…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out August 8th
From artists who are particularly prolific to those who remain elusive, these new releases are the result of deep creative focus. Taking their lumps…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out August 1st
At first blush, it might seem like this is a good week to catch up on previous releases you haven’t gotten around to just…
At first blush, it might seem like this is a good week to catch up on previous releases you haven’t gotten around to just…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out August 1st
At first blush, it might seem like this is a good week to catch up on previous releases you haven’t gotten around to just…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out July 25th
In addition to the featured new albums that are out this week, I’d like to draw your attention to a trio of notable reissues:…
In addition to the featured new albums that are out this week, I’d like to draw your attention to a trio of notable reissues:…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out July 25th
In addition to the featured new albums that are out this week, I’d like to draw your attention to a trio of notable reissues:…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out July 18th
Like sand through the hourglass, these are the latest albums to grace your ears in 2025. Philly favorite Alex G continues to polish his…
Like sand through the hourglass, these are the latest albums to grace your ears in 2025. Philly favorite Alex G continues to polish his…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out July 18th
Like sand through the hourglass, these are the latest albums to grace your ears in 2025. Philly favorite Alex G continues to polish his…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out July 11th
After a hot and damp holiday, PRESS PLAY is back with a lucky assortment of new releases. On Forward, their first album as The…
After a hot and damp holiday, PRESS PLAY is back with a lucky assortment of new releases. On Forward, their first album as The…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out July 11th
After a hot and damp holiday, PRESS PLAY is back with a lucky assortment of new releases. On Forward, their first album as The…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out June 27th
Before you set out for the shore or the barbecue pit, fire up one (or all) of this week’s new releases. With a new…
Before you set out for the shore or the barbecue pit, fire up one (or all) of this week’s new releases. With a new…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out June 27th
Before you set out for the shore or the barbecue pit, fire up one (or all) of this week’s new releases. With a new…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out June 20th
Fresh off the grill, this week’s new albums are cooked to perfection. With former Vampire Weekend member Rostam returning as co-producer, Haim embrace their…
Fresh off the grill, this week’s new albums are cooked to perfection. With former Vampire Weekend member Rostam returning as co-producer, Haim embrace their…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out June 20th
Fresh off the grill, this week’s new albums are cooked to perfection. With former Vampire Weekend member Rostam returning as co-producer, Haim embrace their…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out June 13th
Between spending time walking under ladders (today), raising a flag (tomorrow), and giving dear old dad a tie (Sunday), give a listen to these…
Between spending time walking under ladders (today), raising a flag (tomorrow), and giving dear old dad a tie (Sunday), give a listen to these…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out June 13th
Between spending time walking under ladders (today), raising a flag (tomorrow), and giving dear old dad a tie (Sunday), give a listen to these…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out June 6th
Highlighted by the anticipated returns of several musical legends, June’s first new releases offer an eclectic start to the month. On More, their first…
Highlighted by the anticipated returns of several musical legends, June’s first new releases offer an eclectic start to the month. On More, their first…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out June 6th
Highlighted by the anticipated returns of several musical legends, June’s first new releases offer an eclectic start to the month. On More, their first…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out May 30th
I hope you managed to get all your work done after the holiday because this week’s batch of new releases isn’t slowing down. Philly-rooted…
I hope you managed to get all your work done after the holiday because this week’s batch of new releases isn’t slowing down. Philly-rooted…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out May 30th
I hope you managed to get all your work done after the holiday because this week’s batch of new releases isn’t slowing down. Philly-rooted…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out May 23rd
The unofficial start of summer has its official soundtrack in this week’s batch of new albums. Following their gradual return to the stage, Stereolab…
The unofficial start of summer has its official soundtrack in this week’s batch of new albums. Following their gradual return to the stage, Stereolab…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out May 23rd
The unofficial start of summer has its official soundtrack in this week’s batch of new albums. Following their gradual return to the stage, Stereolab…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out May 16th
I think it’s safe to say that we’ve recovered from the whirlwind week of NonComm. But with several recent guests releasing new albums this…
I think it’s safe to say that we’ve recovered from the whirlwind week of NonComm. But with several recent guests releasing new albums this…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out May 16th
I think it’s safe to say that we’ve recovered from the whirlwind week of NonComm. But with several recent guests releasing new albums this…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out May 9th
In past years, I’ve put together only a brief PRESS PLAY for the Friday that caps off the restless week of activity that is…
In past years, I’ve put together only a brief PRESS PLAY for the Friday that caps off the restless week of activity that is…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out May 9th
In past years, I’ve put together only a brief PRESS PLAY for the Friday that caps off the restless week of activity that is…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out March 11th!
The locals lead the way on this week’s batch of new releases. The Districts shift towards a bold, new wave-influenced direction on Great American…
The locals lead the way on this week’s batch of new releases. The Districts shift towards a bold, new wave-influenced direction on Great American…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out March 11th!
The locals lead the way on this week’s batch of new releases. The Districts shift towards a bold, new wave-influenced direction on Great American…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out March 4th!
February 2022 was one of the busiest months for album releases in recent memory. If you were hoping that March would offer some reprieve,…
February 2022 was one of the busiest months for album releases in recent memory. If you were hoping that March would offer some reprieve,…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out March 4th!
February 2022 was one of the busiest months for album releases in recent memory. If you were hoping that March would offer some reprieve,…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 25th!
One of the busiest months of album releases comes to a close with, you guessed it, another round of quality albums! Dreamy faves Lo…
One of the busiest months of album releases comes to a close with, you guessed it, another round of quality albums! Dreamy faves Lo…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 25th!
One of the busiest months of album releases comes to a close with, you guessed it, another round of quality albums! Dreamy faves Lo…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 18th
Once again we’ve arrived at a particularly bountiful release day. Baltimore duo Beach House deliver their most expansive (and adventurous) set to date; the…
Once again we’ve arrived at a particularly bountiful release day. Baltimore duo Beach House deliver their most expansive (and adventurous) set to date; the…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 18th
Once again we’ve arrived at a particularly bountiful release day. Baltimore duo Beach House deliver their most expansive (and adventurous) set to date; the…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 11th!
I know we’re only about six weeks into the new year but so far February has been the month to beat in terms of…
I know we’re only about six weeks into the new year but so far February has been the month to beat in terms of…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 11th!
I know we’re only about six weeks into the new year but so far February has been the month to beat in terms of…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 4th!
That no-good groundhog might have saddled us with six more weeks of winter, but the first Friday of February brings plenty of thrilling new…
That no-good groundhog might have saddled us with six more weeks of winter, but the first Friday of February brings plenty of thrilling new…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out February 4th!
That no-good groundhog might have saddled us with six more weeks of winter, but the first Friday of February brings plenty of thrilling new…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 28th
Another week is ushered to a close by a crop of new releases from all across the musical spectrum. Anaïs Mitchell‘s self-titled album is…
Another week is ushered to a close by a crop of new releases from all across the musical spectrum. Anaïs Mitchell‘s self-titled album is…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 28th
Another week is ushered to a close by a crop of new releases from all across the musical spectrum. Anaïs Mitchell‘s self-titled album is…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 21st!
There’s something for everybody in this week’s batch of new releases. Age of Apathy is the first solo album in six years from award-winning…
There’s something for everybody in this week’s batch of new releases. Age of Apathy is the first solo album in six years from award-winning…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 21st!
There’s something for everybody in this week’s batch of new releases. Age of Apathy is the first solo album in six years from award-winning…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 14th
Okay now we’re starting to get into it. The new year has found its footing and offers up a fresh batch of new albums…
Okay now we’re starting to get into it. The new year has found its footing and offers up a fresh batch of new albums…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 14th
Okay now we’re starting to get into it. The new year has found its footing and offers up a fresh batch of new albums…
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PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 7th
After a short holiday break, PRESS PLAY is back to keep you updated on each week’s new releases. Australian indie veteran Angus Stone presents…
After a short holiday break, PRESS PLAY is back to keep you updated on each week’s new releases. Australian indie veteran Angus Stone presents…
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out January 7th
After a short holiday break, PRESS PLAY is back to keep you updated on each week’s new releases. Australian indie veteran Angus Stone presents…
News
PRESS PLAY Holiday 2021 Special – Merry PRESSmas!
To coincide with the launch of our Jingle Jams stream (and the general holiday season), please enjoy this special edition of PRESS PLAY, highlighting…
To coincide with the launch of our Jingle Jams stream (and the general holiday season), please enjoy this special edition of PRESS PLAY, highlighting…
PRESS PLAY Holiday 2021 Special – Merry PRESSmas!
To coincide with the launch of our Jingle Jams stream (and the general holiday season), please enjoy this special edition of PRESS PLAY, highlighting…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 19th!
Adele‘s new album is out this week. That’s what you’re here for, right? Well lucky you there are plenty of other stellar new releases…
Adele‘s new album is out this week. That’s what you’re here for, right? Well lucky you there are plenty of other stellar new releases…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 19th!
Adele‘s new album is out this week. That’s what you’re here for, right? Well lucky you there are plenty of other stellar new releases…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 12th!
Familiar voices express themselves in fresh ways in this week’s batch of new albums. Courtney Barnett steers a new set of wry observations on…
Familiar voices express themselves in fresh ways in this week’s batch of new albums. Courtney Barnett steers a new set of wry observations on…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 12th!
Familiar voices express themselves in fresh ways in this week’s batch of new albums. Courtney Barnett steers a new set of wry observations on…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 5th!
A new month brings… you guessed it: a bunch of cool new albums to enjoy! XPN Artist to Watch Neal Francis shows off his…
A new month brings… you guessed it: a bunch of cool new albums to enjoy! XPN Artist to Watch Neal Francis shows off his…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out November 5th!
A new month brings… you guessed it: a bunch of cool new albums to enjoy! XPN Artist to Watch Neal Francis shows off his…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out October 29th
As the coffin lid closes on another month, we dig up a fresh batch of new albums to round out October. Philly cornerstones The…
As the coffin lid closes on another month, we dig up a fresh batch of new albums to round out October. Philly cornerstones The…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out October 29th
As the coffin lid closes on another month, we dig up a fresh batch of new albums to round out October. Philly cornerstones The…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 10 New Albums out October 22nd
What is it about this particular October day that is irresistible to artists releasing new albums? No one can say! Aubrie Sellers and Jade…
What is it about this particular October day that is irresistible to artists releasing new albums? No one can say! Aubrie Sellers and Jade…
PRESS PLAY: 10 New Albums out October 22nd
What is it about this particular October day that is irresistible to artists releasing new albums? No one can say! Aubrie Sellers and Jade…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out October 8th!
Familiar favorites and celebrated songwriters highlight this week’s batch of newly released albums. Recent XPNFest headliners (and even more recent World Cafe guests) The…
Familiar favorites and celebrated songwriters highlight this week’s batch of newly released albums. Recent XPNFest headliners (and even more recent World Cafe guests) The…
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out October 8th!
Familiar favorites and celebrated songwriters highlight this week’s batch of newly released albums. Recent XPNFest headliners (and even more recent World Cafe guests) The…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out October 1st!
The dawn of a new month brings a bounty of new albums for October! Brandi Carlile‘s In These Silent Days is the long-awaited followup…
The dawn of a new month brings a bounty of new albums for October! Brandi Carlile‘s In These Silent Days is the long-awaited followup…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out October 1st!
The dawn of a new month brings a bounty of new albums for October! Brandi Carlile‘s In These Silent Days is the long-awaited followup…
News
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out September 24th!
The end of another month brings another strong batch of new albums. I’ll Be Your Mirror is a full-length cover of the Velvet Underground’s…
The end of another month brings another strong batch of new albums. I’ll Be Your Mirror is a full-length cover of the Velvet Underground’s…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out September 24th!
The end of another month brings another strong batch of new albums. I’ll Be Your Mirror is a full-length cover of the Velvet Underground’s…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out September 17th!
The kickoff of our festival isn’t the only thing happening today (if you can believe that). Featured XPNFest guest Adia Victoria returns with A…
The kickoff of our festival isn’t the only thing happening today (if you can believe that). Featured XPNFest guest Adia Victoria returns with A…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out September 17th!
The kickoff of our festival isn’t the only thing happening today (if you can believe that). Featured XPNFest guest Adia Victoria returns with A…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out September 10th!
Whether or not you’re ready for knit sweaters and pumpkin carving, there’s no denying the bountiful cornucopia of new albums out this week. Kacey…
Whether or not you’re ready for knit sweaters and pumpkin carving, there’s no denying the bountiful cornucopia of new albums out this week. Kacey…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out September 10th!
Whether or not you’re ready for knit sweaters and pumpkin carving, there’s no denying the bountiful cornucopia of new albums out this week. Kacey…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out September 3rd!
A new month brings, what else, a new batch of albums to enjoy! British rapper Little Simz goes at it (almost entirely) alone on…
A new month brings, what else, a new batch of albums to enjoy! British rapper Little Simz goes at it (almost entirely) alone on…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out September 3rd!
A new month brings, what else, a new batch of albums to enjoy! British rapper Little Simz goes at it (almost entirely) alone on…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out August 27th!
Hard to believe we’ve arrived at the end of another month, but this week’s crop of new albums is looking forward, not back. The…
Hard to believe we’ve arrived at the end of another month, but this week’s crop of new albums is looking forward, not back. The…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out August 27th!
Hard to believe we’ve arrived at the end of another month, but this week’s crop of new albums is looking forward, not back. The…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out August 20th!
This week’s newly released albums are just the pick-me-up (pick-you-up?) you need to make it through the late summer. XPN Artist to Watch (and…
This week’s newly released albums are just the pick-me-up (pick-you-up?) you need to make it through the late summer. XPN Artist to Watch (and…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out August 20th!
This week’s newly released albums are just the pick-me-up (pick-you-up?) you need to make it through the late summer. XPN Artist to Watch (and…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out August 13th!
If you’re looking to hear some newly released albums, then today is your lucky day! Venerable Las Vegas rockers The Killers make quick work…
If you’re looking to hear some newly released albums, then today is your lucky day! Venerable Las Vegas rockers The Killers make quick work…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out August 13th!
If you’re looking to hear some newly released albums, then today is your lucky day! Venerable Las Vegas rockers The Killers make quick work…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out August 6th!
This week’s batch of new albums is led off by a trio of releases from groups based right here in Philadelphia! Returning with a…
This week’s batch of new albums is led off by a trio of releases from groups based right here in Philadelphia! Returning with a…
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out August 6th!
This week’s batch of new albums is led off by a trio of releases from groups based right here in Philadelphia! Returning with a…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 7 New Albums out July 9th!
Not even a short, post-holiday week could stem the tide of new album releases! XPN Artist to Watch Dylan Cartlidge leads the way with…
Not even a short, post-holiday week could stem the tide of new album releases! XPN Artist to Watch Dylan Cartlidge leads the way with…
PRESS PLAY: 7 New Albums out July 9th!
Not even a short, post-holiday week could stem the tide of new album releases! XPN Artist to Watch Dylan Cartlidge leads the way with…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 7 New Albums out June 18th
This week’s batch of new albums features some long-awaited returns, as well as some long-awaited arrivals. XPN Artist to Watch Amythyst Kiah releases Wary…
This week’s batch of new albums features some long-awaited returns, as well as some long-awaited arrivals. XPN Artist to Watch Amythyst Kiah releases Wary…
PRESS PLAY: 7 New Albums out June 18th
This week’s batch of new albums features some long-awaited returns, as well as some long-awaited arrivals. XPN Artist to Watch Amythyst Kiah releases Wary…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out May 21st
This week’s crop of new releases features introductions, re-inventions and just about everything in between. Longtime XPN favorites Lord Huron continue their descent into…
This week’s crop of new releases features introductions, re-inventions and just about everything in between. Longtime XPN favorites Lord Huron continue their descent into…
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out May 21st
This week’s crop of new releases features introductions, re-inventions and just about everything in between. Longtime XPN favorites Lord Huron continue their descent into…
Recordings
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out May 7th
This is one of those weeks where the only thing that the following albums have in common is that they’re all released today! Country…
This is one of those weeks where the only thing that the following albums have in common is that they’re all released today! Country…
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out May 7th
This is one of those weeks where the only thing that the following albums have in common is that they’re all released today! Country…
Artists
PRESS PLAY: 9 Albums out April 30th
On what is perhaps the busiest album release day of the year so far, this week’s PRESS PLAY arrives with no further ado. An…
On what is perhaps the busiest album release day of the year so far, this week’s PRESS PLAY arrives with no further ado. An…
PRESS PLAY: 9 Albums out April 30th
On what is perhaps the busiest album release day of the year so far, this week’s PRESS PLAY arrives with no further ado. An…
Artists
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out April 23rd!
Familiar faces and newcomers alike deliver on this week’s batch of new albums. For their fifth album since reuniting in 2005, Dinosaur Jr team…
Familiar faces and newcomers alike deliver on this week’s batch of new albums. For their fifth album since reuniting in 2005, Dinosaur Jr team…
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums out April 23rd!
Familiar faces and newcomers alike deliver on this week’s batch of new albums. For their fifth album since reuniting in 2005, Dinosaur Jr team…
Artists
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out April 9th!
Collaboration, reclamation, celebration: this week’s batch of new albums has it all. At the top, acclaimed folklorist Rhiannon Giddens teams up with her partner,…
Collaboration, reclamation, celebration: this week’s batch of new albums has it all. At the top, acclaimed folklorist Rhiannon Giddens teams up with her partner,…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums out April 9th!
Collaboration, reclamation, celebration: this week’s batch of new albums has it all. At the top, acclaimed folklorist Rhiannon Giddens teams up with her partner,…
News
PRESS PLAY: 6 New Albums Out April 2nd!
The first Friday of a new month brings a fresh crop of albums, EPs and other neat collections to PRESS PLAY! This week, we’re…
The first Friday of a new month brings a fresh crop of albums, EPs and other neat collections to PRESS PLAY! This week, we’re…
PRESS PLAY: 6 New Albums Out April 2nd!
The first Friday of a new month brings a fresh crop of albums, EPs and other neat collections to PRESS PLAY! This week, we’re…
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PRESS PLAY: 7 New Albums Out March 26th!
It’s a smattering of old friends and new favorites on this week’s PRESS PLAY, with sketchy, the newest album by celebrated duo tune-yards, at…
It’s a smattering of old friends and new favorites on this week’s PRESS PLAY, with sketchy, the newest album by celebrated duo tune-yards, at…
PRESS PLAY: 7 New Albums Out March 26th!
It’s a smattering of old friends and new favorites on this week’s PRESS PLAY, with sketchy, the newest album by celebrated duo tune-yards, at…
News
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums Out March 19th!
Fresh off his phenomenal Free at Noon performance last Friday, Jon Batiste leads the list of new album releases this week with his collection,…
Fresh off his phenomenal Free at Noon performance last Friday, Jon Batiste leads the list of new album releases this week with his collection,…
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums Out March 19th!
Fresh off his phenomenal Free at Noon performance last Friday, Jon Batiste leads the list of new album releases this week with his collection,…
News
PRESS PLAY: 6 New Albums Out March 12th!
Friday means new albums and this week our picks feature some longtime XPN favorites, plus a surprise release in the bunch! The always entertaining,…
Friday means new albums and this week our picks feature some longtime XPN favorites, plus a surprise release in the bunch! The always entertaining,…
PRESS PLAY: 6 New Albums Out March 12th!
Friday means new albums and this week our picks feature some longtime XPN favorites, plus a surprise release in the bunch! The always entertaining,…
News
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums Out March 5th!
A new month rolls in as does an abundance of new music! Leading the way, for the first time in a handful of years,…
A new month rolls in as does an abundance of new music! Leading the way, for the first time in a handful of years,…
PRESS PLAY: 9 New Albums Out March 5th!
A new month rolls in as does an abundance of new music! Leading the way, for the first time in a handful of years,…
News
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums Out February 26th!
It’s a wide-ranging mix of new music this week on our release round-up. Leading the pack, a new album from acclaimed songwriter Julien Baker.…
It’s a wide-ranging mix of new music this week on our release round-up. Leading the pack, a new album from acclaimed songwriter Julien Baker.…
PRESS PLAY: 8 New Albums Out February 26th!
It’s a wide-ranging mix of new music this week on our release round-up. Leading the pack, a new album from acclaimed songwriter Julien Baker.…
News
PRESS PLAY: 6 New Albums out February 19th!
Here’s a look and listen to some new albums, out today, that we’re diggin’! Tash Sultana is a magical musician. There is something truly…
Here’s a look and listen to some new albums, out today, that we’re diggin’! Tash Sultana is a magical musician. There is something truly…
PRESS PLAY: 6 New Albums out February 19th!
Here’s a look and listen to some new albums, out today, that we’re diggin’! Tash Sultana is a magical musician. There is something truly…
News
PRESS PLAY: 6 New Albums out February 5th!
We’ve got one of the year’s first “wow” records on our new album round-up this week. #PressPlay on the brand new release from The…
We’ve got one of the year’s first “wow” records on our new album round-up this week. #PressPlay on the brand new release from The…
PRESS PLAY: 6 New Albums out February 5th!
We’ve got one of the year’s first “wow” records on our new album round-up this week. #PressPlay on the brand new release from The…
News
Press Play: 9 New Albums Out January 29th!
Our shortlist of new albums being released this week is actually … quite long! Don’t miss the debut from XPN “Artist to Watch” Arlo…
Our shortlist of new albums being released this week is actually … quite long! Don’t miss the debut from XPN “Artist to Watch” Arlo…
Press Play: 9 New Albums Out January 29th!
Our shortlist of new albums being released this week is actually … quite long! Don’t miss the debut from XPN “Artist to Watch” Arlo…
News
PRESS PLAY: 5 New Albums Out January 22nd!
This week, we’ve got a handful of new releases cued up for you! To start, we’ll wade into the calm that is the new…
This week, we’ve got a handful of new releases cued up for you! To start, we’ll wade into the calm that is the new…
PRESS PLAY: 5 New Albums Out January 22nd!
This week, we’ve got a handful of new releases cued up for you! To start, we’ll wade into the calm that is the new…
News
PRESS PLAY: 5 New Albums Out January 8th!
2021 is upon us and a fresh batch of new releases are too! Piggybacking on the recent HBO documentary about The Bee Gees, Barry…
2021 is upon us and a fresh batch of new releases are too! Piggybacking on the recent HBO documentary about The Bee Gees, Barry…
PRESS PLAY: 5 New Albums Out January 8th!
2021 is upon us and a fresh batch of new releases are too! Piggybacking on the recent HBO documentary about The Bee Gees, Barry…