This week on All Songs Considered: A kind of demented nursery rhyme from singer Billie Eilish, a surprising cover tune from Lucy Dacus, the return of producer and musician John Vanderslice and more.

On this week's show: new music from Conor Oberst and Phoebe Bridgers who collaborate on a new project they're calling Better Oblivion Community Center, trance guitar from the Saharan region and more.

The Vampire Weekend frontman shares "2021" and "Harmony Hall" from Father of the Bride, the band's highly anticipated new album.

'New Brighton,' the striking new single from rising South African pop artist Nakhane, is a spectacular entrance to the world stage.

"In Your Head," the new single from Yanya's debut album Miss Universe, is a shimmering and soulful pop-rock confection.

In a departure from his legendary indie-rock roots, Stephen Malkmus has announced a new solo electronic project, Groove Denied.

"Blues Chilango," a new track and video from Juan Wauters, finds beauty in life's little moments.

Our first mix of new music in 2019 includes a spare heartbreaker from Lana Del Rey, the sharp guitar pop of Telekinesis, a candid takedown from Stella Donnelly and more.

Lala Lala and WHY? collaborate on "Siren 042," a song and video that examine the hazards of moving forward when all rational thought says "stop."