Our latest update to NPR Music's running list of the year's best songs includes a slice of pop perfection from Oso Oso , and a whole bunch of sonic ear candy that unfolds in the instrumental work of saxophonist Colin Stetson , composer Christopher Rountree, cellist and sound collagist Lia Kohl and more, including the music of Philip Glass performed by mezzo-soprano Emily D'Angelo . NPR Music's Tom Huizenga joins host Robin Hilton as they share the songs they can't stop playing this week. Featured songs and artists: 1.
Oso Oso: "dog without its bark," from life till bones 2. Christopher Rountree: "Almanac," from 3BPM 3. Colin Stetson: "Hollowing," from The love it took to leave you 4.
Emily D'Angelo: "Freezing," from Freezing 5. Lia Kohl: "Tennis Court Light, Snow," from Normal Sounds 6. Gabriela Ortiz: Kauyumari , from Revolución Diamantina.
