Formerly known as “KEXP’s Live Performances,” Live on KEXP brings you the very best of KEXP’s world-renowned live in-studio and remote performances. Each week, we’ll bring you a new live session, from emerging artists to well-established acts, spanning styles, genres and cultures. Full video of all Live on KEXP performances available at youtube.com/kexp.
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The Sound & Vision podcast from KEXP features interviews, panels, reporting and commentary that digs into the stories behind the music, with in-depth discussion of the most important issues facing music and arts communities. New episodes are published on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with bonus features throughout the week. Sound & Vision is hosted by Emily Fox and Larry Mizell, Jr.
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KEXP is an international community of music lovers and music makers, and a nonprofit organization fostering relationship and community building through broadcast, online, and in-person music experiences. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve remained focused on championing music from all around the globe - spanning eras, styles and traditions. KEXP operates one of the most influential listener-supported music radio stations in the world, broadcasting at 90.3 KEXP-FM, Seattle and through our webs ...
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KEXP’s Song of the Day podcast features stand-out tracks from independent and emerging talent alongside the best new music from more established artists. Curated by KEXP DJs with listeners’ adventurous taste in mind, Song of the Day is delivered daily, Monday through Friday. Finding new music can be hard. Let KEXP help!
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We believe that everyone who runs should have a great soundtrack. Not one curated by an algorithm, but one that’s hand-picked by a DJ who runs too. The Runcast with John Richards brings you a dynamic mix of music and inspiration to keep you company and motivate you on your run, no matter what your level.
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A party in the Bronx on August 11th, 1973 is widely considered to be the birthplace of hip-hop. The art form has since touched every corner of our world and evolved into one of the most significant cultural forces today. 50 Years of Hip-Hop, hosted by KEXP’s Larry Mizell Jr, celebrates the anniversary by highlighting a different year of its history each week. Jumping around the timeline from 1973 to today, expect personal reflections, iconic tracks and albums, and conversations around the ge ...
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Fresh off the Spaceship tells the story of the Black Constellation, an artist collective (Shabazz Palaces, THEESatisfaction, Ya Tseen) with Seattle roots and cosmic reach. Hosted by KEXP’s Larry Mizell Jr. and Martin Douglas, each of the 10 episodes takes listeners on a musical journey connecting the stars of the Black Constellation and drawing meaning from their art, emphasizing the revolutionary power of communion along the way.
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Straight from the knowledgeable KEXP DJs to your ears, now you can listen to a wonderfully eclectic mix of full length songs. KEXP brings you the music that matters from some of its favorite artists from the Pacific Northwest and around the world. See what KEXP's all about at KEXP.ORG. 286548
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The Sustainability Segment presents one-on-one interviews with inspiring leaders and grass roots activists on a variety of environmental, social, and economic issues affecting life and the future of our planet. 628142
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Sonarchy Radio is a live performance broadcast that showcases many Northwest artists who are pushing the limits of music.
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Mind Over Matters Sustainability Segment Podcast
Mind Over Matters Sustainability Segment
The Sustainability Segment presents one-on-one interviews with inspiring leaders and grass roots activists on a variety of environmental, social, and economic issues affecting life and the future of our planet.
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"Coupla Old Guys just Bitch'n"' in their own words. Two Rural Southern Gen Xs discussing Modern Times, Sports, Hunting, Music, and maybe a little Bourbon. Hopefully they stay off of politics. All while on the back porch. Might hear a bird or two. Podcasted from Virginia
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The DR and the DJ is a podcast about the power of music, health, and community hosted by DR Amy Lindsey and DJ John Richards. Amy and John share their own experiences in the pursuit of health and the health of their communities. They chat with musicians, authors, doctors, and more and have fun along the way.
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The Murder Capital - Full Performance Live on KEXP)
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http://KEXP.ORG presents The Murder Capital performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded April 10, 2023Songs:For EverythingEthelThe Stars Will Leave Their StageGigi's RecoveryDon't Cling To LifeJames McGovern - VocalsDamien Tuit - GuitarCathal Roper - GuitarGabriel Paschal Blake - BassDiarmuid Brennan - DrumsHost: Troy NelsonAudio Engineers: Kevin …
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Steve and Cat discuss the listener supported radio station KEXP out of Seattle, Washington. They must be doing something right. Steve McQueen, the actor, is out one tough SOB of the week. Shot of the week is The Snowshoe .
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Pierre Kwenders [Performance & Interview Only]
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On the show this time it’s the Congolese-Canadian electro-pop of Pierre Kwenders Pierre Kwenders was born in 1985 in Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In his teens he emigrated to Canada with his mother. Despite a love for music, It wasn’t until he was coerced into auditioning for a church choir that he really started singing, but once …
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Roddy Nikpour talks with Canadian author Mike Sholars about the 1997 Playstation game PaRappa the Rapper, in which a lovesick cartoon dog raps his way through teenage insecurity. It started a dynasty of rhythm-based games, illustrating how hip-hop — and Black culture at large — set the stage for other commercially successful productions. Written an…
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Inspirational music and messages to lift you up wherever you are on your running journey. HÆLOS - Last Days Petite Noir - Blurry Kele - Someone to Make Me Laugh Fever Ray - Carbon Dioxide LP Giobbi - Boddy Breathe Acid Arab & Wael Alkak - Ya Mahla Jake Shears - Devil Came Down the Dance Floor Bonobo & Jacques Green - Fold Skinny Pelembe - Like a He…
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Corvair - Right Hook from the 2023 self-released album Bound to Be. Portland duo Corvair describe themselves as “Scorpio weirdo power duo serving up lush guitar pop w/ sharp incisors,” which this fellow Scorpio can certainly appreciate. Made up of Brian Naubert (Ruston Mire, Tube Top, Pop Sickle, The Service Providers) and Heather Larimer (Eux Autr…
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Vieux Farka Touré - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)
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http://KEXP.ORG presents Vieux Farka Touré performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded April 11, 2023Songs:Ali Hala AbadaDiarabiNgala KaoureneAdouVieux Farka Touré - Vocals, GuitarPat Swoboda - BassAdama Kone - Drums, CalabashHost: Larry Mizell Jr.Audio Engineers: Kevin Suggs, Julian MartlewAudio Mixer: Kevin SuggsMastering: Matt OgazCameras: Jim …
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How a Religious Cult Inspired Draag’s Album
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The band Draag talks with Emily Fox about how their experiences being in a religious cult and dealing with substance abuse come up on their latest record, 'Dark Fire Heresy.' They also discuss representation in the music industry and their perspective as a POC-fronted band. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener f…
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Feeble Little Horse - Tin Man from the 2023 album Girl with Fish on Saddle Creek. Pittsburgh quartet Feeble Little Horse formed three years ago during the pandemic lull but have exploded since dropping their 2021 debut full-length Hayday. They’re on the verge of releasing its follow-up, Girl With Fish, via Saddle Creek, a perfect home for their slo…
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Dusty Henry takes us back to 1980 to pay homage to rap’s first superstar, Kurtis Blow, and his legendary hit “The Breaks.” Audio production by Roddy Nikpour. Support the podcast: kexp.org/50hiphop See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KEXP
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ĠENN - "A Reprise (That Girl)" a 2023 single on Liminal Collective On today's Song of the Day, Anglo-Maltese quartet ĠENN team up with guest vocalist John Newton (of fellow four-letters-all-caps duo JOHN) for this stylistically sinister slice of post-punk. On their Bandcamp page, vocalist Leona Farrugia speaks to the track's themes: “Naturally I’ve…
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Algiers - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)
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http://KEXP.ORG presents Algiers performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded March 27, 2023.Songs:Irreversible DamageOut Of Style TragedyCold WorldBite BackFranklin Fisher - Keyboards / Guitar / VocalsRyan Mahan - Bass / Synth / VocalsLee Tesche - Guitar / Effects / VocalsMatt Tong - DrumsDante Foley - DrumsHost: Cheryl WatersAudio Engineers: Evan…
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Karl Blau Leaves Washington and Starts New Band with War on Drugs Members
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Karl Blau has been a staple in the Northwest Music scene. He started the Anacortes Music Channel, a live music venue and a 24/7 streaming station of exclusively Anacortes music. He launched a monthly music publication titled Show Chime, and founded the Anacortes Music Project, a non-profit with goals of preserving Anacortes history, and boosting lo…
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MAN ON MAN - "Showgirls" from the 2023 album Provincetown on Polyvinyl. “As we lean into what Man on Man is and will be, two things immediately come up. Energy and community. ’Showgirls’ is all that.” — Roddy Bottum, Man on Man As co-founder Roddy Bottum puts it, today's Song of the Day embodies the fun-loving duo's ethos. The track is a sneak peek…
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On the show this time it’s the Congolese-Canadian electro-pop of Pierre Kwenders Pierre Kwenders was born in 1985 in Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In his teens he emigrated to Canada with his mother. Despite a love for music, It wasn’t until he was coerced into auditioning for a church choir that he really started singing, but once …
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Debby Friday - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)
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http://KEXP.ORG presents Debby Friday performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded April 14, 2023.Songs:HEARTBREAKERRRI GOT ITHOT LOVEWHAT A MANSO HARD TO TELLDeborah Micho - VocalsGraham Walsh - DJHost: Cheryl WatersAudio Engineers: Kevin SuggsAudio Mixer: Kevin SuggsMastering: Matt OgazCameras: Jim Beckmann, Carlos Cruz, Scott HolpainenEditor: Al…
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Caroline Polachek - Fly To You (feat. Grimes and Dido)
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Caroline Polachek - "Fly To You (feat. Grimes and Dido)" from the 2023 album Desire, I Want to Turn Into You on Perpetual Novice. New music from Caroline Polachek is exciting enough, but when it features collaborations with both Grimes and Dido, it's a mind-blower. In an interview with Vulture, Polachek says he wrote part of the song in Grimes' bed…
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Screaming Females - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)
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http://KEXP.ORG presents Screaming Females performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded April 12, 2023Songs:Mourning DoveBrass BellBeyond The VoidDesert TrainMarissa Paternoster - Vocals, GuitarMichael Abbate - BassJarrett Dougherty - DrumsHost: Cheryl WatersAudio Engineers: Kevin Suggs, Julian MartlewAudio Mixer: Kevin SuggsMastering: Matt OgazCam…
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Puerta Negra - Caida al Mal from the 2023 album Playa Sola on SYNTHICIDE. Portland-based Puerta Negra have been an immense amount of buzz for only just releasing their debut EP in 2022. They make 80’s-infused EBM that’s somehow both slick and grimy, making for the perfect edge. Berlin label Detriti dropped their debut Costa Humano and their upcomin…
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Scarves - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)
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http://KEXP.ORG presents Scarves performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded April 5, 2023Songs:Dead BatteriesShovelsDelicate CreaturesHamsters (Guilty Spark)Niko Stathakopoulos - Vocals, GuitarNessa Grasing- Vocals, GuitarJesse Cohen - BassPaul Rhoads - DrumsElijah Sokolow - Guitar, SynthHost: Kennady QuilleAudio Engineers: Kevin Suggs, Julian Ma…
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There are some celebrities, whether in Sport or Music, we wish would just go away. Is there anyone, you wish would go away or retire? Jessica Cox is our One Awesome Lady. We take a shot at Tequila.
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Habibi's Rahill Reflects on Iranian Heritage and Family in Debut Album
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On her debut solo album, ‘Flowers At Your Feet,’ Rahill Jamalifard of Habibi continues to embrace the sounds and stories of her Iranian heritage, this time evoking memories of her loved ones through sonic artifacts like field recordings, audio from home movies, and references to Persian film and poetry. Rahill joins KEXP’s Isabel Khalili to discuss…
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Kurs Valüt - Kurs Valüt from the 2021 album Kurs Valüt on No Emb Blanc. Kurs Valüt is an electronic duo formed in 2017 by Eugene Gordeev in Dnipro to popularize the Minimal Wave in Ukraine. “The very appearance of Kurs Valüt is partly caused by the underdevelopment of the dark underground in Ukraine,” the duo explained in an interview with Post-Pun…
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Wild Powwers - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)
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http://KEXP.ORG presents Wild Powwers performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded April 4, 2023Songs:GossamerTrickyDecadesTrans AmLara Hilgemann - Vocals, GuitarJordan Gomes - BassLupe Flores - DrumsHost: Kennady QuilleAudio Engineers: Kevin SuggsAudio Mixer: Kevin SuggsMastering: Matt OgazCameras: Jim Beckmann, Carlos Cruz, Alaia D’Alessandro, Sc…
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Prospexx - "Punya Siapa" from the 2021 album A Quiet World on Symphony of Distruction. On today's Song of the Day, Singaporean synth-pop duo PROSPEXX take us back to the '80s with their darkwave dance tracks. In an interview with Unite Asia, vocalist Vanessa explains that she and her bandmate Hafiz have always been into synthwave. "Both of us are s…
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Kassa Overall on Mental Health and Seattle Cutting Washington Middle School’s Band
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Seattle’s Kassa Overall is about to drop a new record later this month. Back in April DJ Miss Ashley sat down with Kassa to talk about his new album, the ending of Washington Middle School’s band program in Seattle, of which Kassa attended, and mental health. Listen to an interview with Kassa and his Washington Middle School band teacher: https://w…
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