Interview: Beck returns, rides lonesome on new song

About this episode

Beck discusses his new song 'Ride Lonesome' and his activities since his last album.

We talk with Beck about his gauzy new song, "Ride Lonesome," what he’s been up to since releasing his last album seven years ago, and what he (maybe?) has planned for the coming year. Support the show with a review on Apple , Spotify , or wherever you listen to podcasts. And tell a friend! Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.org 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

People in this episode

Host: NPR

Guest: Beck

Topics covered

• music
• interview
• new song
• album release
• artist update

Keywords

• Beck
• Ride Lonesome
• new music
• album
• interview

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Organizations: NPR

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