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• The Coolest Collaborations

  It’s our 25th episode! What better way to celebrate than with a chat about collaboration—the good, the weird, and the legendary. From surprise duets to global jams, we’re talking about musical magic-making that moves our bodies and minds and reassures us that just maybe humanity isn’t doomed after all. Thanks for being a part of the Stereothematica collaboration!VIDEOSDavid Byrne and Selena: God’s Child (Baila Conmigo) (1995)Khruangbin & Vieux Farka Touré: Tongo Barra (2022)EXTRASSaharan Cellphone MusicJanne Oinonen’s review of Ali in Line of Best Fit Olivia Rodrigo and David Byrne Burning Down the HouseDavid Bryne: God’s ChildMORE COLLABORATIONSBad:Bowie and Jagger: Dancing In the StreetCringey but beloved:Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder: Ebony and Ivory  Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney: The Girl is Mine & Say Say SayMost ridiculous: Michael Jackson and Eddie Murphy WhatzupwituMost Iconic: Run DMC and Aerosmith Walk This WayQueen & David Bowie Under Pressure Favorites: Sofi Tukker collab with Amadou & Mariam Amadou & Mariam collab with SantigoldCollaborating for Good:The Sahel Initiative - Raising awareness and funding for humanitarian action across West Africa’s Sahel regionVieux Farka Touré, Amadou & Mariam, Bassekou Kouyate, OMG Oumy Gueye, Songhoy Blues and Tal National: My SahelConnect with us on Instagram, Spotify, and Stereothematica.blog If you like what you’re hearing, please subscribe, and if you love it, a five-star rating and review would send us into the exosphere of excitement. Email us at [email protected]

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• DO Call It A Comeback

  From the grief-fueled artistry of Ben Kweller to the soulful resurgence of Ethiopian legend Girma Bèyènè, this week, we get into the emotional power of musical comebacks—those triumphant, and sometimes tragic, returns to the spotlight.  Videos:Ben Kweller: Dollar Store (2025)Girma Bèyènè & Akalé Wubé: Enkèn Yèlélèbesh (2017) Extras:Ben Kweller’s famous nosebleed at ACL 2006Vulture’s Review of “Cover the Mirrors”Ben’s show at the Troubadour is on July 23!Girma Bèyènè: Enkèn Yèlélèbesh (Original 1969) Girma’s Comeback Concert at Studio de L’ermitage (2015)Ethiopiques CollectionEthiopiques: Revolt of the SoulMy Beautiful GirmaDonate:17 Non-Profits Supporting Immigrant RightsMore Social Justice OrgsConnect with us on Instagram, Spotify, and Stereothematica.blog If you like what you’re hearing, please subscribe, and if you love it, a five-star rating and review would send us into the exosphere of excitement. Email us at [email protected]

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• Summer Songs

  Whether you think the summer song is a relic of the past or you need some tunes to get up and dance--or maybe just for lounging by the pool--we’ve got you covered. Videos:Sofi Tukker: Energia (2018)Charli XCX:360 (2024)Sofi Tukker Collabs:Sofi Tukker and Pabllo Vittar: Energia Part 2 (2018)Sofi Tukker Featuring Charlie Baker: Good Time Girl (2018)Sofi Tukker and Bomba Estéreo: Playa Grande (2019) Sofi Tukker and Amadou et Mariam: Mon Cheri (2022)Other Summer Songs:Sofi Tukker: Drinkee Sergio Mendes: RodaGal Costa: Vou Recomeçar Tim Maia: O Caminho Do BemOur Predictions episode also had some serious summer vibes:Reyna Tropical: No Me QuieresDrugdealer, featuring Weyes Blood: The End of Comedy Sam Evian: Jacket Extras:Mean Cute with Charli xcxIs the Summer Song Dead?What is brat? (According to the NYT) This is Nicolas Jaar (According to Nicolas Jaar)Connect with us on Instagram, Spotify, and Stereothematica.blog If you like what you’re hearing, please subscribe, and if you love it, a five-star rating and review would send us into the exosphere of excitement. Email us at [email protected]

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• Longest Song That You Actually Enjoy Listening to in its Entirety

  From spacey synth odysseys to hypnotic flamenco boogie jams, these songs turn extended length into a vibe, not a chore…unless that chore is hauswerk. Videos:Autobahn: Kraftwerk (1974) Capablanca & T. Keeler: No Hay Ritmo (2011) Please note: the vocals on "No Hay Ritmo" are hard to hear in our recording. If you'd like to listen to the parts referenced, please go to 1:31-1:41 and 8:34-8:35.  Extras: Interview with Devo's Gerald Casale  Bandcamp No Hay RitmoAna Menjibar Ana Menjibar - SoleáIsabel Marant - Fall 2024 CollectionConnect with us on Instagram, Spotify, and Stereothematica.blog If you like what you’re hearing, please subscribe, and if you love it, a five-star rating and review would send us into the exosphere of excitement. Email us at [email protected]

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• Guilty

  This week, we are burning up with desire to share the songs from our childhood that made us feel sinful, shameful, or just plain wrong for listening them. From religious baggage to misunderstood lyrics, we explore the complicated relationship between early music obsessions and the guilt they stirred. Videos:Madonna: Burning Up (1983)Romeo Void: Never Say Never (1982) Extras: Madonna: Get into the Groove (1985) Breathless TrailerRod Stewart: Every Picture Tells a Story (1971)Lou Reed: Walk on the Wild Side (1972)Connect with us on Instagram, Spotify, and Stereothematica.blog If you like what you’re hearing, please subscribe, and if you love it, a five-star rating and review would send us into the exosphere of excitement. Email us at [email protected]

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