Stephen Thompson Stephen Thompson is a host, writer and reviewer for NPR Music and Pop Culture Happy Hour. He appears frequently on All Songs Considered and NPR newsmagazines.
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Hear 'Manners' by Arca

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Hear 'Drift Dive' by The Antlers

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Hear 'Ruin' By Cat Power

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Beachwood Sparks' first album in 11 years, The Tarnished Gold, comes out June 26. Jim Goodrich/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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Glen Hansard: Tiny Desk Concert

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Glen Hansard's new album, Rhythm and Repose, comes out June 19. Conor Masterson hide caption

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Hear 'Rhythm And Repose' In Its Entirety

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Kelly Hogan: Tiny Desk Concert

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The Tallest Man on Earth's new album, There's No Leaving Now, comes out June 12. Julia Mard hide caption

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Hear 'There's No Leaving Now' In Its Entirety

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Japandroids' new album, Celebration Rock, comes out June 5. Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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