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Tomorrow is a holiday for beaus to make beautiful music together — figuratively and literally, so we’ve created the ultimate Lover’s Rock Playlist. Serenade your significant other with a diverse mix featuring some of the most loved recording couples throughout the ages, from Sonny & Cher and Matt & Kim to John & Jehn and Dean & Britta.
The Lover’s Rock Playlist teaches us that love may not be forever but these tunes are timeless.
The most romantic week of the year brings plenty of new music to fall in love with, whether you’re solo or have a Valentine. Highlights include lively debut albums from Golden State pop group Psychic Friend, London dubsteppers Modestep, and British rockers The Virginmarys as well as the fourth full-length by Mexican norteño quartet Calibre 50.
Our New Music Tuesday playlist will quickly bring you up to speed with the latest offerings for your ears. The Playlist Notes below point out the week’s key sounds, and be sure to stop by the Rdio New Releases for even more of what you’re looking for — great music!
PLAYLIST NOTES
Foals - Holy Fire
The British band unlocks unexpected funk with a heavier and dirtier sound on this third album.
Matt Costa - Matt Costa (Deluxe)
The SoCal singer-songwriter waited until his fourth full-length release to name his album after himself, a true sign of pride in this work. Hear Costa speak about the new album on his Rdio-exclusive commentary.
Darwin Deez - Songs For Imaginative People
The indie pop band named for its deliciously odd lead singer avoids the sophomore slump with this fun follow-up to 2010’s self-titled effort. Deez himself also put together an exclusive Rdio playlist of the most underrated rap and pop songs out there.
Drake - "Started From the Bottom"
This first taste of the Canadian rapper’s third album has already inspired numerous covers, remixes, and freestyles.
Escape the Fate - "Ungrateful"
Get the first taste of the hardcore Vegas band's new album, slated to drop this summer, with the first single which also happens to be the title track.
It’s Valentine’s week, and you can’t hurry love. With this sweet sentiment in mind, the mighty Questlove of The Roots has created a 12-hour “Pro Creation Nation” playlist so that you can serenade your sweetie with slow jams. Ever the passionate lover of music, Questo has left no stone unturned in collecting songs for the perfect V-Day soundtrack.
Included in this epic set are all the iconic singers who only need one name (Janet, Prince, Luther, Aretha, Sade) as well as music’s consummate babymakers of all time (Barry White, Isley Brothers, Isaac Hayes). Warning: These songs are hot!
The first release day in February brings a windfall of wonderful new singles, EPs, and albums. Independent artists really soar into the spotlight this week, including a debut full-length from SoCal psych rockers Feeding People, transcontinental hip-hop from London producer The Purist, the breakout release by Boston’s Kingsley Flood, and the latest by Canadian folk hero Hayden.
Our New Music Tuesday playlist is the best way to get up to speed with the latest sounds. Peruse the Playlist Notes below as you listen for more picks of the week, and click over to Rdio New Releases to browse the full collection of freshness.
PLAYLIST NOTES
Guards - In Guards We Trust
Big hooks and nostalgic alt-rock riffs mark this anticipated debut album from the New York trio.
Mumford & Sons - The Road To Red Rocks (Live)
This new live album from the globally-beloved English folk artists accompanies a concert film of the same name. Listen to the performance from summer 2012 at the world-famous Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado.
Jim James - Regions of Light and Sound of God
My Morning Jacket’s frontman emerges with his debut solo album, an introspective effort which explores new frontiers of sound and emotion.
The Black Angels - "Don't Play With Guns"
The first single from the upcoming Indigo Meadow album, which is due out in April, finds the L.A. psych rockers tackling a politics.
Some people like to say TGIF and celebrate the end of the work week, but we must say that Tuesday is our favorite day. That’s when all the glorious new music is released each week!
No matter what beat you like to rock to, you should be able to find something interesting in this week’s offerings, whether it’s the latest from San Francisco’s alt-folk duo Thao & The Get Down Stay Down, an album from suddenly-famous Atlanta rapper Trinidad James, the first album in three years from L.A. indie rockers Radar Bros., or the guilty pleasure of pop prince Justin Bieber, unplugged.
Our New Music Tuesday playlist will give you the sonic lowdown on what’s happening right now. Peep the Playlist Notes below as you read for more highlights from this week, and stop by Rdio New Releases for even more music overload.
PLAYLIST NOTES
Tegan And Sara - Heartthrob
The twins are back! Tegan and Sara Quin documented this seventh album with a series of videos called “Carpool Confessions.”
Hatebreed - The Divinity of Purpose
The Connecticut-based hardcore band drops a mosh-inducing album this week. This one may call for a pair of earplugs for maximum shredding.
Destiny’s Child - Love Songs
Are you ready for this jelly? In advance of their rumored reunion performance at the Super Bowl, this compilation collects up the girl group’s most romantic songs of all time and includes “Nuclear,” the first new DC song since 2005.
Local Natives - Hummingbird
The indie rockers formerly known as Cavil at Rest have emerged with their sophomore album, recorded in their own brand new studio.
The Saturdays - Chasing The Saturdays
Admit it, you’ve already fallen in love with this English-Irish girl group from their reality show on E! This EP, released in North America only, collects their UK singles.
Ben Harper, Charlie Musselwhite - Get Up!
Bluesy singer-songwriter Ben Harper makes sweet music with harmonica master Charlie Musselwhite on this record that was ten years in the making.
January continues to bring a bumper crop of colorful songs and albums to the fertile new music landscape. Fans can witness the vibrant growth in the sophomore albums from indie rockers Foxygen and Widowspeak, The War On Drugs’ Dave Hartley’s Nightlands project, and New York house producer FaltyDL. And open-minded listeners can discover the seedlings of new talents in the debut from Atlanta’s The Shadowboxers.
Our New Music Tuesday playlist has something for everyone. Read the Playlist Notes below after pressing play for some additional highlights, and visit the Rdio New Releases for this week’s complete collection of fresh produce.
PLAYLIST NOTES
Toro Y Moi - Anything In Return
Producer Chazwick Bundick moved to Berkeley two years ago, where he wrote this third album. The sound represents the freedom he felt in his new home.
Bad Religion - True North
The seminal California punk band’s sweet 16th album was produced by the band’s guitarist Brett Gurewitz and Joe Barresi, who has worked on records by Tool, The Melvins, L7, and more. True to theme, True North features 16 songs in total.
FIDLAR - FIDLAR
L.A.’s favorite slacking “wake bake skate” band is finally releasing their debut album.
Otep - Hydra
This is thought to be the nu metal band’s final album. If so, Otep is going out with a huge bang on its sixth studio effort.
Ra Ra Riot - Beta Love
The third album from the New York quintet, now minus its cellist, reveals a marked new interest in synth pop.
Lil Wayne - “Love Me” (Feat. Drake & Future)
Weezy’s new single featuring his protege and Atlanta’s up-and-comer demonstrates that sensitive thugs need love, too.
This week’s bounty of just-hatched releases include some familiar voices breaking out on their own. Former Danity Kane and Dirty Money singer Dawn Richard steps out with a first fiery solo effort, while Last December frontman Pete RG emerges with his second album. There are also unearthed rare grooves from Southern soul hero Lee Fields, a sophomore full-length from Philly rockers Free Energy, and an album from hip-hop collaborators Yung B Da Producer and J. Nolan.
Our New Music Tuesday playlist is bursting with fresh sounds for your ears. Read the Playlist Notes below while you listen for more of this week’s highlights, and since you can never have too much of a good thing, don’t forget to browse the full set of Rdio New Releases for even more music.
PLAYLIST NOTES
New Order - Lost Sirens
Fans of the legendary UK group, which reunited last year without bassist Peter Hook, finally get to hear this album. It was recorded almost nine years ago and was shelved after the band’s breakup, but Hook’s iconic playing is here.
Teena Marie - Beautiful
Before Teena Marie’s untimely passing in 2010, she left a gorgeous final album. We’re now hearing it thanks to the efforts of her daughter, who made sure it saw the light of day.
A$AP Rocky - LONG.LIVE.A$AP (Deluxe Version)
The Harlem rapper’s first proper studio album is a sequel of sorts to his popular LIVE.LOVE.A$AP mixtape. It features guest appearances from Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and Santigold.
Yo La Tengo - Fade
The band’s lucky thirteenth album arrives just in time to usher in the lucky thirteenth year of the 21st century. Produced by John McEntire of Tortoise, it’s the first record not produced by Roger Moutenot in 20 years.
Vacationer - Good As New Remixes - EP
Kenny Vasoli, best known for singing and playing bass in The Starting Line, started this side project last year. Here he returns with new takes on songs from Vacationer’s debut album Good.
2013 is off to a huge bang with new releases to satisfy a wide variety of tastes. Legendary experimental rockers Pere Ubu are back with their fifteenth album, while indie pop group Thorcraft Cobra drop their debut LP. Electronic artist Broadcast soundtracks a British thriller about a horror composer, while fellow UK act Skeewiff keeps things uplifting and cheeky.
But that’s just the tip of the tunes you will hear in our New Music Tuesday playlist of treats. Check out the Playlist Notes below for some pointers toward this week’s heavy hitters, and visit the complete collection of Rdio New Releases to hear everything that’s come out. Ready for all this newness? Press play!
PLAYLIST NOTES
Chris Tomlin - Burning Lights
The American Christian contemporary singer emerges in the new year with an eighth studio album of songs of faith and devotion.
Dropkick Murphys - Signed and Sealed with Blood
The Celtic punk group’s eighth studio album comes complete with rousing singalong songs and a campaign to get fans to ink the cover art on their bodies.
Black Veil Brides - Wretched and Divine: The Story Of The Wild Ones
The long-awaited third album from the L.A. glam rockers has already fueled the fury on WWE special Hell in a Cell. The band considers it a more punk effort than what is expected, calling it “Social Distortion meets Metallica.”
Hollywood Undead - Notes From The Underground
The rock-rap crew is back with their terrifying masks and plenty of rhymes on a third album that reflects the first time they’ve had full creative control.
Kavinsky - "Protovision"
The French electro producer’s album OutRun isn’t ready until February, but this charged-up first single provides a peek.
As 2012 winds down, it’s time to look back on our musical journey and reflect on all jams past. This was a year full of heavy-hitting new releases but the most shared album in the world was a powerful contender from 2011. Adele’s 21 never left our charts in ‘12 — neither did Icelandic indie troupe Of Monsters and Men’s debut album, Alt-J’s Mercury Prize winning LP, and the soundtrack to Brazilian soap opera, Avenida Brasil.
Take a look below to see who else ruled the global Top Shared Albums on Rdio.
TOP SHARED ALBUMS — GLOBAL
1. Adele - 21
2. Of Monsters And Men - My Head Is An Animal
3. Various Artists - Avenida Brasil EP
4. Alt-J - An Awesome Wave
5. The Lumineers - The Lumineers
6. Gotye - Making Mirrors
7. Paula Fernandes - Meus Encantos
8. Thiaguinho - Ousadia & Alegria
9. Audiogroove - 100% Top 40 Summer 2012
10. fun. - Some Nights
Naturally, these results are reflected back here at home, too, with the aforementioned artists and more making plenty of waves. Take a look at the Top Played Tracks in Canada to see who else made the grade:
TOP PLAYED TRACKS - CANADA
Loved the list? Then listen to the 20 Most Played Tracks on Rdio 2012 in Canada below and discover how many of the words you may already know by heart.
The last week before Christmas brings a number of early holiday presents for your ears. 12th Planet fires up some doomsday dubstep with The End, while Fool’s Gold Presents: Loosies assembles a reveling collection of beats and rhymes from Danny Brown, Freeway, Flatbush Zombies and more. Nashville’s The Henningsens celebrate patriotism with “American Beautiful” and Denver’s Air Dubai fire off a “Warning.” Of course don't forget to swim through the new Frank Zappa catalog now on Rdio.
Listen to our New Music Tuesday playlist for peeks of these releases and much more. The Playlist Notes below offer some additional info on some of the week’s can’t-miss highlights. And don’t forget to peruse the full collection of Rdio New Releases for even more fresh tunes.
PLAYLIST NOTES
T.I. - Trouble Man: Heavy is the Head
The Atlanta rapper’s eighth album brings him back to his trap glory while also broadening his sound with the help of guests like R. Kelly, Pink, and Andre 3000.
The-Dream - Terius Nash: 1977
The R&B hitmaker offers “Tender Tendencies” and more sweet songs, including collabos with Pharrell and Big Sean, on his most personal effort yet — titled with his government name and his birth date.
Django Django - Hi Djinx! Django Django Remixed
A potpourri of producers including Adrian Sherwood, Chris Carter, Andy Wake, and Django Django itself put unique spins on the British band’s rockers.
Bad Religion - “True North”
Get your first taste of the legendary punk band’s sweet sixteenth album True North (due out in January) with the lead single of the same name.
Various Artists - Quentin Tarantino’s Django Unchained Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Tarantino’s spaghetti Western comes armed with a soundtrack featuring unlikely partners James Brown, 2 Pac, and Ennio Morricone.
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