NPR Music Highlights Best New Albums Released on April 17, 2026
NPR Music's 'New Music Friday' podcast, hosted by editor Hazel Cills and guest Nastia Voynovskaya from KQED, presents a curated selection of the most notable album releases for the week of April 17, 2026. The episode features in-depth discussions and audio clips from five primary recommendations, known as 'The Starting Five.' These include Honey Dijon's 'The Nightlife,' Jessie Ware's 'Superbloom,' Sofia Isella's 'Something is a shell' EP, Eaves Wilder's 'Little Miss Sunshine,' and Yaya Bey's 'Fidelity.' Each recommendation is accompanied by similar artist suggestions to guide listeners. Additionally, the program includes a 'Lightning Round' segment highlighting five more significant releases that did not make the main cut, such as works by Kathryn Mohr, Protoje, PPJ, Adrian Younge, and the Iceland Symphony Orchestra performing Arvo Pärt. This weekly feature serves as a comprehensive guide for music enthusiasts, offering critical commentary and context for new arrivals across various genres, ranging from electronic and pop to indie and classical.
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NPR Music Highlights Best New Albums Released on April 17, 2026
NPR Music's 'New Music Friday' podcast, hosted by editor Hazel Cills and guest Nastia Voynovskaya from KQED, presents a curated selection of the most notable album releases for the week of April 17, 2026. The episode features in-depth discussions and audio clips from five primary recommendations, known as 'The Starting Five.' These include Honey Dijon's 'The Nightlife,' Jessie Ware's 'Superbloom,' Sofia Isella's 'Something is a shell' EP, Eaves Wilder's 'Little Miss Sunshine,' and Yaya Bey's 'Fidelity.' Each recommendation is accompanied by similar artist suggestions to guide listeners. Additionally, the program includes a 'Lightning Round' segment highlighting five more significant releases that did not make the main cut, such as works by Kathryn Mohr, Protoje, PPJ, Adrian Younge, and the Iceland Symphony Orchestra performing Arvo Pärt. This weekly feature serves as a comprehensive guide for music enthusiasts, offering critical commentary and context for new arrivals across various genres, ranging from electronic and pop to indie and classical.
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