#song-recommendations

#song-recommendations

the mandolin riff wrapped around "Afterlife" like a well-worn flannel will inevitably recall R.E.M.'s "Losing My Religion." It's a typically self-aware move for our preeminent alt-rock revivalist, who made the jump to a major label this year. But there's a deeper link to the heartbeat of the whole Alex G project, which has always been about breathing new life into old sounds, and at its best pulls off the trick of making indie rock feel ephemeral and eternal.

This weekend's playlist showcases a diverse array of songs, featuring a spooky ballad and the usual complexities of love, reflecting the rich spectrum of pop music today.