Nora and Nathan are declaring that Haim should be a bigger artist. They talk about 'I Quit,' the latest album from the sister band; whether or not this record has a runaway hit like "The Wire" (1:00); how the first seven tracks lean into a Sheryl Crow sound (25:48); and favorites from this album, including "All Over Me," "The Farm," and "Relationships" (37:0 ... Show More
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Taylor Swift Is Ready for an 'Encore.' Plus, Miley Cyrus's 'Bass Persuades'
We have been cl0wned. After dropping a series of obscure clues, Taylor Swift revealed that she is releasing an expanded edition of 'The Life of a Showgirl' on Friday called 'Encore,' featuring four bonus tracks. Nora and Nathan speculate as to why she's deciding to release bonus ... Show More
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Aug 2022
Beyoncé's 'Renaissance': The Controversies and Triumphs of a Blockbuster Album
Producer Hit-Boy discusses making "Thique" and much more. Plus, how does one song end up with 24 writers? And what are the consequences of changing albums after their release? Also, a discussion of the best songs on 'Renaissance' and its spiritual themes, with Mankaprr Conteh and ... Show More
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Jun 2025
Haim
The youngest Haim sister, Alana, started playing music with her older sisters, Danielle and Este, when she was just four years old. Back then, the three of them were part of their family band, Rockinhaim, playing charity gigs all over L.A. and the San Fernando Valley where they g ... Show More
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May 2020
Is 'Fetch the Bolt Cutters' Fiona Apple's Best Album?
A journey through the entire catalog of Fiona Apple, one of the most consistent artists of her generation, with Claire Shaffer, Brittany Spanos, and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
44m 16s
Aug 2022
Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance’: The Speed Round
The conversation continues about one of the year’s most ideologically provocative pop albums, its queer inspirations and its credits. Guests: Naima Cochrane, Vulture's Jason P. Frank, Resident Advisor's Kiana Mickles and Patrik Sandberg. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or ... Show More
1h 15m
Jul 2021
Lucy Dacus on Making One of 2021's Best Albums
The singer-songwriter on the making of her new album 'Home Video,' the art of songwriting, the future of Boygenius, her love for Bruce Springsteen and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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