We’re joined today by Nana Adjoa, the versatile and virtuosic Dutch indie rock musician dubbed this month by NPR a “Name You Should Know” and a "2021 Artist to Watch."

Nana took the time to chat with us about her skill with multiple instruments and her extraordinary new album, “Big Dreaming Ants.” In between bits of shop-talk, we nerd out with her about Stevie Wonder and Feist, discuss filthy bass lines, and wonder how French people manage to sound so cool.

Because Nana is a solo visionary, our theme for today’s episode is Auteur – songs by artists who have execute full control over their expression. The categories are our favorite songs by: (1) an artist who plays every instrument; (2) an artist who sings every vocal part; (3) artist who self-produces their tracks.

Buy Nana’s music at Bandcamp and keep up with her work on Instagram and Twitter. Featuring music from Beck, Kate Bush, The Streets, and more. Wanna hear the full songs? Go to tinyurl.com/spotify-cvc. 

(The interview in this episode has been edited and condensed for clarity).