The Beths write power pop songs with hooks upon hooks, incredible musicianship, and a lot of heart. We discussed their first record back in episode #92 of "For the Record," but their new, third album was too charming not to do another episode.

The second album from London's Black feminist punk trio Big Joanie is packed with songs both experimental and catchy, confidently using a wide range of musical styles to explore universal themes of longing for community.

Solo artists Katie Crutchfield (of Waxahatchee) and Jess Williamson came together during the pandemic to create Plains, a collaboration centered on gorgeous vocal harmonies and timeless country styles.

On Death Cab for Cutie's 10th studio album, the band makes a surprising return to form while also taking a leap forward with their sound. We discuss "Asphalt Meadows" in-depth in episode #176 of "For the Record."

Australian singer-songwriter Stella Donnelly took an unexpected turn by moving from the traditional indie rock instrumentation of her first album to composing her second album entirely on piano. We discuss "Flood" in-depth in episode #175 of FTR.

In her debut album, "Pure Chaos," Lou Roy embraces the ups and downs of life with clever lyrics, a powerful voice, and impeccable production. We discuss it in-depth in episode #174 of "For the Record."

After four years, Superorganism are finally back, with a second album of kaleidoscopic, maximalist pop that's a ray of sunshine during the darkness of Fogust. We discuss "World Wide Pop" in-depth in episode #173 of "For the Record."

Kentucky singer-songwriter S.G. Goodman's second album uses her unique and powerful vocal style to fuse Americana with garage rock and create a distinctive southern sound. We discuss "Teeth Marks" in-depth in episode #172 of "For the Record."

Portland supergroup Slang’s debut album is diverse, tightly-performed, and creatively-produced, and both deeply weird and unexpectedly catchy. We discuss “Cockroach in a Ghost Town” on episode #171 of "For the Record."

British band Porridge Radio's third album is cathartic, emotional, and invigorating, with unusual song structures and instrumentation. We discuss "Waterslide, Diving Board, Ladder to the Sky" in-depth on episode #170 of "For the Record."