# All Songs Considered: Charli xcx, Mike D, Boards of Canada

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Published: 2026-05-12T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.npr.org/2026/05/12/nx-s1-5818597/all-songs-considered-charli-xcx-beastie-boys-mike-d
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Our latest mix of the best new tracks this week includes a massive eye-roll from Charli xcx, the first-ever solo music from Mike D of the Beastie Boys, another surprise drop from electronic music icons Boards of Canada, and more. NPR Music’s Lars Gotrich joins host Robin Hilton. Leave us a glowing review on Apple , Spotify , or wherever you listen to podcasts. And tell a friend to listen! Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.org Featured artists and songs: (00:00) Intro (01:18) Charli xcx: “Rock Music” (Single) (07:30) Starflyer 59: “I’m Disappointed” from Disappointed EP (12:22) Mike D: “Switch Up” (Single) (19:53) Black Swan Network: “The Shell” from The Early Music, Vol. 1 (25:30) Hannah Cohen: “Golden Chain” (Single) (31:55) Boards of Canada: “Introit/Prophecy At 1420 MHz” from Inferno See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences. NPR Privacy Policy

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