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Here we are halfway through 2021, this year of stepping back across the threshold into the world. And what are we carrying with us as we emerge? Below, you’ll find two dozen albums that worked their way into the hearts of NPR Music’s staff during those in-between days. Just one
Musicians who made some of NPR Music’s favorite songs of 2021 (so far) include (left to right) Silk Sonic, Cico P, Seinabo Sey, Petal Supply and Amber Mark.
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Musicians who made some of NPR Music’s favorite songs of 2021 (so
Marvin Gaye’s hit record “What’s Going On” encapsulates the political turmoil of 1971 while also inspiring hope for change.
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Marvin Gaye’s hit record “What’s Going On” encapsulates the political turmoil of 1971 while also inspiring hope for change.
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Spanning 23 songs and almost 80 minutes from start to finish, Scotty features new tracks “Seeing Green” featuring Drake and Lil Wayne, “Fractions,” and “Crocodile Tears (Remix)” with Skillibeng. Minaj also goes full-retro for the compilation’s revamped Star Trek-themed artwork.
The Trinidad-born star’s last studio album was 2018’s Queen