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New Music Friday: Our Top 10 Albums Out Feb. 7

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All Songs Considered

New Music Friday: Our Top 10 Albums Out Feb. 7

February 7, 2020 • Our list of the best new albums out this week includes the "garage country" of Aubrie Sellers, former Belle and Sebastian singer Isobel Campbell's first solo album in 14 years, Frazey Ford and more.

New Music Friday: Our Top 10 Albums Out Feb. 7

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Frazey Ford, 'Done'

May 28, 2015 • Frazey Ford takes her discontent to the streets in the new video for her scathing breakup anthem "Done."

First Listen: Frazey Ford, 'Indian Ocean'

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First Listen: Frazey Ford, 'Indian Ocean'

October 5, 2014 • Ford's second solo album comes marinated in the soul tradition inherent to its Memphis birthplace, and seasoned liberally by the influence of her backing band, Al Green's Hi Rhythm Section.

Indian Ocean

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New Mix: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Join Fences, Plus Zola Jesus, Sun Kil Moon, More

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New Mix: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Join Fences, Plus Zola Jesus, Sun Kil Moon, More

July 29, 2014 • On this week's All Songs Considered, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis collaborate with fellow Seattle band Fences, plus new music from Frazey Ford, Spider Bags, Zola Jesus, GOAT and more.

New Mix: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Join Fences, Plus Zola Jesus, Sun Kil Moon, More

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Frazey Ford On World Cafe

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October 12, 2010 • The founding member of The Be Good Tanyas redefines her audience's expectations with the release of her debut solo album. Her gentle yet fearless voice has edged its way straight to the forefront, proving she can push beyond her work with the group as an ambitious solo artist.

Frazey Ford On World Cafe

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Frazey Ford: Tiny Desk Concert

August 15, 2010 • Ford came to NPR for this Tiny Desk Concert — just her guitar and a cheetah jumpsuit — and lulled the office with four beautiful tunes from the album.

Audio Only: Frazey Ford's Tiny Desk Concert

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Frazey Ford: A Soulful Return With 'Obadiah'

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Frazey Ford: A Soulful Return With 'Obadiah'

August 13, 2010 • As a member of the band The Be Good Tanyas, the Canadian singer-songwriter carved out a place for herself in the small world of alternative folk. That group has since disbanded, but Ford has gone solo and released an album titled Obadiah. The record still contains a healthy dose of folk revivalism, while exposing a more soulful side.

Frazey Ford: A Soulful Return With 'Obadiah'

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Frazey Ford On 'World Cafe: Next'

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July 26, 2010 • Best known as the lead singer of the alt-country trio The Be Good Tanyas, the Canadian singer-songwriter breaks out with a compelling solo record, Obadiah. Sharp, personal, emotional songwriting serves as solid ground for Ford's incomparable voice. Hear two of the new tunes on World Cafe: Next.

Frazey Ford On 'World Cafe: Next'

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