This week we’ve got fresh tracks from Marcus Mumford, Danger Mouse & Black Thought, Sorry, Steve Lacy, Marlon Williams, and Green/Blue.

Marcus Mumford, “Cannibal”

This is a deeply personal song from the first solo project from the frontman of Mumford and Sons. During the pandemic and isolation, he found himself grappling with childhood trauma and wrote his way through it with the help of producer/friend Blake Mills. It was going to just be something for himself and his mother until he shared it with Brandi Carlile, who empowered him to share his truth with the broader world. The album, (self-titled), will be out Sept 16, and will feature backing vocals from Brandi Carlile, Phoebe Bridgers, Clairo, and Monica Martin.

Danger Mouse & Black Thought, “Aquamarine” feat. Michael Kiwanuka

In a busy year for producer Danger Mouse, he's pulling out all his collaborators. The Cheat Codes project with Black Thought will be out August 12, and pulls in Michael Kiwanuka. Danger Mouse and Kiwanuka previously worked together on the Mercury Music Prize-winning album Kiwanuka, as well as his previous album, Love and Hate. On the song "Aquamarine," Kiwanuka said, "when I heard the music I just had a feeling to sing about standing up for something that’s unique and following that path ... I don’t know why, but that’s what came out.  Sometimes when you’re following something that’s unique to you it’s as if ‘enemies are all around.’  At times life can feel fragile like ‘everything’s burning down.’ For some reason the chords and music made me feel that way."  

Sorry, “Let the Lights On”

The U.K. duo is set to release their second album, Anywhere But Here, in October. The band's sweet/sour sounds and discordant guitars reflect the disjointed way of the world. "Let the Lights On" is a song about seeking something that will change the way the world looks, "make the dark light."

Steve Lacy, “Bad Habit”

Grammy-nominated musician Steve Lacy, has always lived in his own lane and Gemini Rights clarifies that statement. It's funky, fun, afro-futuristic, and guaranteed to get stuck in your head.

Marlon Williams, “Thinking of Nina”

New Zealand's Marlon Williams has a soft touch with his voice and it's balanced with the soft rock '80s sound his playing with on his new album, My Boy. "Thinking of Nina" sounds nostalgic and familiar instantly with whispering harmonies and pulsating synth.

Green/Blue, “Paper Thin”

Dark and swirling sounds from Minnesota duo Jim Blaha and Annie Sparrows, aka Green/Blue. The third album from the post-punk band is short and driving, each song makes you wish it was a little longer.