All Songs Considered

New Music Friday: The best albums out Nov. 14

November 14, 2025

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  • The episode of *All Songs Considered*, "New Music Friday: The best albums out Nov. 14," primarily reviewed five new releases: FKA twigs' *EUSEXUA Afterglow*, The Avett Brothers & Mike Patton's *AVTT/PTTN*, Gabriel Jacoby's *gutta child* EP, K-LONE's *sorry i thought you were someone else*, and Sword II's *Electric Hour*. 
  • FKA twigs' *EUSEXUA Afterglow* is presented as a woozy, dance-pop companion piece to her earlier album *EUSEXUA*, exploring post-rave feelings with creative, mysterious depth. 
  • The collaboration between The Avett Brothers and Mike Patton on *AVTT/PTTN* is highlighted as an unpredictable but thrilling fusion of folk-pop earnestness and aggressive, strange punk metal, leading to musical discoveries for both artists. 

Segments

Intro and Madi Diaz Cover
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  • Key Takeaway: Madi Diaz released an album-length cover of Blink-182’s Enema of the State as a benefit album available on Bandcamp.
  • Summary: Host Stephen Thompson introduced guest Liz Warner from WDET in Detroit for the All Songs Considered episode. They highlighted Madi Diaz’s recent work, including her album Fatal Optimist and a new Bandcamp release. This new release is a full cover of Blink-182’s Enema of the State, with all proceeds benefiting charity.
FKA twigs’ New Album
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  • Key Takeaway: FKA twigs’ EUSEXUA Afterglow was originally intended as a deluxe edition for EUSEXUA but evolved into a distinct, euphoric, dance-pop companion record.
  • Summary: The first featured album is FKA twigs’ EUSEXUA Afterglow, which explores a woozy, dance-pop-centric sound inspired by rave culture and the feeling after a rave. The record moves through different vibes, with tracks like “Cheap Hotel” getting tripped out and strange, while “Hard” maintains a soft lightness. The song “Stereo Boy” shows depth, incorporating influences reminiscent of Cocteau Twins and My Bloody Valentine.
Avett Brothers/Mike Patton Collaboration
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  • Key Takeaway: The collaboration between the earnest folk-pop Avett Brothers and the aggressive, strange punk-metal vocalist Mike Patton resulted in the unpredictable album AVTT/PTTN.
  • Summary: The unlikely pairing of The Avett Brothers and Mike Patton resulted in the album AVTT/PTTN, which blends their distinct styles. Early tracks like “Dark Knight of My Soul” lean more Avett-coded with a bluesy undercurrent, while songs like “Heaven’s Breath” introduce a much grimier, gutter blues sound featuring Patton. The collaboration is praised for being brave and leading to new musical discoveries for both parties.
Detroit Music Scene Update
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  • Key Takeaway: Detroit celebrated recent Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductions for The White Stripes (Jack White) and recognized WDET host Don Wuz of Was (Not Was).
  • Summary: Liz Warner shared positive news from Detroit, noting Jack White’s acceptance speech for The White Stripes’ induction. She also highlighted Don Wuz, co-founder of Was (Not Was) and a WDET host, appearing on stage. These events represented a significant moment for the city’s music legacy.
Gabriel Jacoby EP Review
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  • Key Takeaway: Gabriel Jacoby’s debut EP gutta child showcases a self-taught multi-instrumentalist whose sound integrates D’Angelo, Jamiroquai, Sly Stone, and Stevie Wonder influences.
  • Summary: Gabriel Jacoby, a 26-year-old multi-instrumentalist, released the eight-song EP gutta child. The music is described as soulful yet reserved, with a gift for brevity, packing significant musical ideas into short tracks. The title track is cited as a pocket jam, and Jacoby is predicted to become a sought-after collaborator.
K-LONE Album Discussion
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  • Key Takeaway: K-LONE’s sorry i thought you were someone else is a mostly instrumental, hypnotic house music record created following the passing of the artist’s father, conveying heavy themes through mellow grooves.
  • Summary: K-LONE (Josiah Gladwell) released sorry i thought you were someone else, characterized by a smooth, hypnotic groove suitable for focus or study jams. The record balances a cavernous club feel with heady contemplations due to its creation following his father’s death. Tracks like “SLK” evoke classic Warp sounds updated with modern production, while others possess a liquid, percolating quality.
Sword II Shoegaze Release
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  • Key Takeaway: Atlanta trio Sword II delivers an energetic, updated version of shoegaze on Electric Hour, blending indie pop, psychedelic rock, and emo with rotating, compelling vocalists.
  • Summary: Sword II’s second release, Electric Hour, is a high-energy mix of shoegaze, indie pop, and emo, featuring an all-hands-on-deck approach from the trio. The sound conjures comparisons to 90s college radio bands like Swervedriver, balancing sweet, poppy elements with blustery, frenetic sections. The rotation of voices, including Mary Gonzalez, works effectively against the big, billowy guitars.
Lightning Round of New Music
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  • Key Takeaway: The lightning round covered Summer Walker’s star-packed trilogy-capper Finally Over It, Eris Drew’s cosmic Chicago house mix, Austra’s dramatic fifth album Chin Up Buttercup, Everything But The Girl’s retrospective, and Tony Molina’s brief, timeless pop fragments.
  • Summary: Summer Walker’s Finally Over It concludes a trilogy and features numerous major guest artists. Eris Drew’s DJ-Kicks mix updates Chicago house with a cosmic edge and includes two original tracks. Austra’s new album features emotionally dense, throbbing songs orbiting sadness and elation. Everything But The Girl’s compilation includes deep cuts and a track from their 2023 release Fuse. Tony Molina’s On This Day packs 21 brief, timeless fragments evoking Guided by Voices.
Favorite Song Final Picks
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  • Key Takeaway: Liz Warner chose “Even If It’s Just a Dream” by Sword II, while Stephen Thompson championed Gabriel Jacoby’s song “Gutta Child” as an exciting new talent.
  • Summary: The hosts concluded by naming their favorite tracks from the day’s releases. Liz Warner selected “Even If It’s Just a Dream” by Sword II for its catchy, fine dream-pop quality. Stephen Thompson highlighted Gabriel Jacoby’s song “Gutta Child,” praising the artist’s confidence in blending musical eras and his exciting potential.