Rob Deering & outsider soul music

Heavn by Jamila Woods fuses R&B, Jazz and various other genres including classic indie. Surely it must appeal to Cure-loving Fatiha! 

Freetown Sound by Blood Orange is such an "immaculate" album that James worries he might burst into tears just talking about it. Here's hoping Aparna feels the same, otherwise trouble could be afoot. 

Splendor & Misery is a sci-fi concept album by experimental rap trio Clipping. Lyrics and soundscapes combine to tell an Afrofuturist story of an escape from oppression into the void of space. Jen Ives prepares to be transported. 

A conversation about how the musician, who died this month at 76, turned a way of life into a song — and that song back into a very profitable way of life. Guest: Jon ParelesUnlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscri ... Show More

James Blake joins Zane to talk about mental health and the process of creating his new album, ‘Friends That Break Hearts’. 

An interview with one of the UK's best loved DJ legends Rob Tissera, giving an exclusive insight into his illustrious career spanning over 25 years which has seen him cement himself as a leading figure across many musical genres. From the rise of Acid House, the Trance boom of th ... Show More

Jon Bon Jovi is a Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, record producer, philanthropist, and actor. Jon joins the Armchair Expert to discuss the sustainability of his music career, the two share in the false sense of confidence they once had, and Jon admits how crazy it is that ... Show More

Rob looks back at the top five songs that make him still feel like a 6-year-old, before turning his attention to the great George Michael. Along the way, Rob highlights a letter written to Michael from Frank Sinatra with his best dramatic reading. Later, Rob is joined by Rob Tann ... Show More

Rob dives into the world of N.W.A. and gangsta rap, looking back at Ice Cube’s more peaceful hit, “It Was A Good Day.” Along the way, he finds time to reminisce on his life as an RA in college.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Van LathanProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan ... Show More

Hello friends, and thank you for stopping by for a very special episode of 60 Songs. With just three songs remaining, it felt like a great week to have some of Rob’s favorite guests as well as producers stop by and yell at him over songs that he missed. Enjoy!Host: Rob Harvilla G ... Show More

This episode covers the amusing back-and-forth between music legends Rod Stewart and Ed Sheeran after Rod claimed in an interview that he didn't know any of Ed's hit songs. It also discusses Ed Sheeran's recent 33rd birthday celebrations, his continued chart success, and his upco ... Show More