Top new music releases on July 11

It’s an exciting Friday for music lovers as Clipse and The Swell Season, two beloved duos, have made a significant comeback after a 16-year absence. Clipse, composed of brothers Malice and Pusha T from Virginia Beach, have reunited to release their new album, “Let God Sort Em Out.” On the other hand, The Swell Season, comprising Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, the Oscar-winning stars of the film “Once” in 2007, have also made a triumphant return with the release of their album “Forward.”

NPR Music’s Stephen Thompson and WNXP’s Celia Gregory have delved into both these albums along with Wet Leg’s exceptional sophomore record, providing listeners with insights into the music and the stories behind these releases. The list of albums discussed includes Wet Leg’s “moisturizer,” The Swell Season’s “Forward,” Clipse’s “Let God Sort Em Out,” Allo Darlin’s “Bright Nights,” and Burna Boy’s “No Sign of Weakness.”

In addition to the main albums discussed, there’s a lightning round featuring five more albums that the hosts wish they had time to cover on the podcast. These albums include Ólafur Arnalds & Talos’ “A Dawning,” Martha’s “Standing Where It All Began – Singles and B-Sides 2012-2025,” Open Mike Eagle’s “Neighborhood Gods Unlimited,” Petey USA’s “The Yips,” and Tony Njoku’s “All Our Knives Are Always Sharp.”

For those who want to explore even more new releases from different genres, NPR has compiled a long list of albums sorted by category. Some of the genres covered include Rap/Hip-Hop, Electronic/Out There, Global, Jazz, Pop, and Country/Folk/Americana. This extensive list includes a wide array of artists and albums, ensuring that there is something for every music enthusiast to discover and enjoy.

Whether you’re a fan of rap and hip-hop, electronic and experimental music, global sounds, jazz, pop, or country/folk music, there is a diverse selection of new albums to explore and add to your playlist this Friday. With so much new music to discover, the music scene continues to be vibrant and full of exciting releases that cater to a wide range of tastes and preferences. So, if you’re looking for some fresh tunes to liven up your weekend, be sure to check out the latest releases featured by NPR.