Another contribution to the canon of Australian indie-rock, groovy soul made by a former public-defender, and a heart-wrenching queer country ballad all make the cut in this edition of Modern Sounds.

Follow the Modern Sounds playlist on Spotify for these songs and more.

Playlist:

Opening Theme: People Everywhere | Khruangbin

Undone and Unashamed | The Murlocs

So Long | Daniel Ponder

The Narcissist | Blur

Step by Step (feat. Panda Bear) | Braxe + Falcon; Alan Braxe & DJ Falcon

Sitting In The Corner (feat. Kacey Musgraves) | Cuco & Adriel Favela

White Horse | Chris Stapleton

Dear Insecurity (feat. Brandi Carlile) | Brandy Clark

(It Goes Like) Nanana | Peggy Gou

Body | Briston Maroney

Psychos | Jenny Lewis

To Love | Suki Waterhouse

Summer is in full swing, and what's better than discovering some new music to add to your summer playlists? On the heels of a religious Grateful Dead experience, Cliff has some spacey Dead-esque cosmic country, a couple of summer-bop bossa nova songs, a fresh take on a Dr. John song, and plenty more on deck. Follow the Modern Sounds playlist on Spotify for these songs and more.

Playlist:

Opening Theme: People Everywhere | Khruangbin

Slow Burn | Rose City Band

Middle of the Morning | Jason Isbell

Johnny | Sarah Jarosz

Chosen to Deserve | Wednesday

Somebody Tryin to Hoodoo Me | The Nude Party

Salad | Blondshell

Pyjamas | Benny Sings feat. Remi Wolf

The Perfect Pair | beabadoobee

Kid | The Revivalists

People Are Toys to You | Joanna Sternberg

The Hardest Part | Olivia Dean feat. Leon Bridges

Life on Hold | Nora En Pure

So maybe you stopped paying attention to new music a few years ago. Maybe it was more than a few years ago. Fresh from a memorable ABBA Voyage hologram experience, Cliff helps you play catch-up with this edition of Modern Sounds. This episode features artists and groups that have had serious and successful careers over the past ten years, but aren't household names. And the best part is they're all still actively making great music, so there will be plenty more to discover. Follow the Modern Sounds playlist on Spotify for these songs and more.

Playlist:

Opening Theme: People Everywhere | Khruangbin

Total Entertainment Forever | Father John Misty

You Ain't the Problem | Michael Kiwanuka

The Last Man On Earth | Wolf Alice

Such Great Heights | The Postal Service

Daft Punk Is Playing at My House | LCD Soundsystem

Winter In the Hamptons | Josh Rouse

Patient Zero | Aimee Mann

Quiet Corners & Empty Spaces | The Jayhawks

Odessa | Caribou

I'm Amazed | My Morning Jacket

Keep Moving | Jungle

 Today, come to the foot of the stage with live performances, exclusive back-stage access and in-depth artist interviews with The Set List. In this episode, recorded in 2017, we’ll hear sounds of the traditional boleros – romantic ballads that originated in Cuba in the early 1900s – embodied with Miramar’s unique instrumentation and the diverse influences of the bandmates. You have the best seat in the house right here with ALL ARTS.

Today, come to the foot of the stage with live performances, exclusive back-stage access and in-depth artist interviews with The Set List. In this episode, recorded in 2018, we’ll hear Mwenso & the Shakes, a Harlem-based rhythmic band who travel the world performing their radiant and infectious music that spreads messages of love, peace, and the spirit of their ancestors. You have the best seat in the house with ALL ARTS.

Join us for an unforgettable 2019 performance of solo piano music from world-renowned pianist Simone Dinnerstein at National Sawdust in Brooklyn. The pianist crafted a suite of music that effortlessly moves between the Impromptus of Franz Schubert and Philip Glass’s Etudes. She makes cross-generational musical connections and emphasizes the surprising commonalities between these composers’ work.

Today, come to the foot of the stage with live performances, exclusive back-stage access and in-depth artist interviews with The Set List. In this episode recorded in 2017, we’ll hear multiple Grammy Award-winner Terri Lyne Carrington’s deep-toned melodies hearten and amplify the pressing messages in Social Science’s acutely relevant lyrics. You have the best seat in the house here with ALL ARTS.

Today, come to the foot of the stage with live performances, exclusive back-stage access and in-depth artist interviews with The Set List. In this episode recorded in 2017, we’ll hear bold music from Grammy nominated composer and pianist Vijay Iyer, who Pitchfork Magazine described as “one of the most interesting and vital young pianists in jazz today. You have the best seats in the house here with ALL ARTS.

Today, come to the foot of the stage with live performances, exclusive back-stage access and in-depth artist interviews with The Set List. In the episode, recorded in 2017, Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Jazzmeia Horn takes the stage at BRIC JazzFest in Brooklyn, NY. Listen to her bring the house down, blending traditional jazz with her contemporary flair. You have the best seats in the house here with ALL ARTS.

Today, you’ll hear your favorite Carole King classics and discover a few hidden gems in this one-time concert from the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts recorded in 2018, featuring Broadway talent such as Tony Award-winning music director and conductor Ted Sperling, Alysha Umphress from “On The Town” and Clarke Thorell, from “My Fair Lady”. Enjoy rare access to the rehearsal room along with creative takes on beloved songs.