With so much good music released all the time, it can be difficult to decide what to listen to first. Each week, Pitchfork provides an overview of important new releases available on streaming services. This week’s stack includes new albums from the Killers, Boldy James and the Alchemist, Jana Rush, Walt McClements, and Wednesday. Subscribe to Pitchfork’s New Music Friday newsletter to get our recommendations in your inbox every week. (All of the publications featured here are independently selected by our editors. However, if you buy something through our affiliate links, Pitchfork earns an affiliate commission.)
The murderers: Printing press [Island]
The Killers followed Imploding the Mirage with the new Pressure Machine last summer. Foxygens Jonathan Rado and Shawn Everett co-produced the album, and frontman Brandon Flowers said it was inspired by experiences in processing grief and his hometown of Nephi, Utah. Check out the band’s new music video for Quiet Town.
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Brave James / The alchemist: Bo Jackson [ALC/Empire]
Detroit rapper Boldy James and producer Alchemist have reunited for a new album called Bo Jackson. The LP follows their previous joint releases: 2019’s Boldface EP and 2020’s The Price of Tea in China. Guests at Bo Jackson include Earl Sweatshirt, Curren $ y, and Boldy James’ Griselda rapper Benny the Butcher. Last month, James and the Alchemist shared a video directed by 30onme for the “First 48 Freestyle”.
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