On A Deeper Listen, host Emily Fox and other storytellers from KEXP talk with artists about the stories behind their songs and the experiences that inform their work. Through each conversation, we uncover the humanity behind the music, allowing us to hear it in a whole new way.
On January 27th, Lil Yachty dropped a surprise psych rock album called 'Let’s Start Here.' KEXP’s Emily Fox, Martin Douglas, Larry Mizell Jr., Marco Collins, Dusty Henry, and Jasmine Albertson discuss the record and how it isn’t as surprising as it might seem. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Arcs are out with a new record, 'Electrophonic Chronic.' It’s their first since their debut release in 2015. The band was formed by Black Keys guitarist and vocalist, Dan Auerbach. The late Richard Swift was also in the band. The Arcs member and co-producer Leon Michels talks with Emily Fox about how the record was recorded while Swift was alive and how “the process of finishing the record helped me and Dan grieve his death.” Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/l...
Seattle supergroup Who Is She (members of Chastity Belt, Tacocat, and Lisa Prank) were slated last week for a residency performing at the Kraken hockey games at Climate Pledge Arena. The band only made it one performance before they were asked to not come back after singing a song calling Amazon founder Jeff Bezos a “total jerk.” Prior to these developments, KEXP’s Dusty Henry did a tongue-in-cheek interview with the band about their love of hockey and jock jams. Support the show: https://www.ke...
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. This year, on hip-hop's 50th anniversary, we’re giving it a proper tribute. 50 Years of Hip-Hop is KEXP’s newest podcast. Hosted by Larry Mizell Jr, the series highlights a different year of rap history each week. Jumping around the timeline from 1973 to today, expect personal r...
Hammock releases their twelfth album on January 27, 2023. KEXP’s Roddy Nikpour speaks with Marc Byrd and Andrew Thompson about their latest (and loudest) record, 'Love in the Void,' and also about managing a band that doesn’t rely on live shows to make ends meet. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
KEXP’s Albina Cabrera speaks with music journalist Nuria Net and Songmess podcast's Richard Villegas about their favorite Latin albums of 2022. Songs discussed include: "Quien te llamó" by Mediopicky "La Combi Versace" by Rosalía "Tierra Zanta" by Trueno "Chrome" by Saramalacara "Andrea (feat. Buscabulla)" by Bad Bunny Read more here: https://www.kexp.org/read/2023/1/20/the-big-picture-looking-back-at-the-best-latin-american-music-of-2022/ Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnyst...
Minnesota’s Tall Paul recently released an album that chronicles the story of the Native American athlete, Jim Thorpe. Thorpe was an Olympic gold medalist in track & field, a pro football and college football hall of famer, a professional baseball player, and so much more. Tall Paul talks with Emily Fox about his album, 'The Story of Jim Thorpe.' He also shares his views on the importance of role models, current challenges to tribal sovereignty and self-determination, and how foster care can...
During the pandemic, Radiohead's Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood, along with drummer Tom Skinner of Sons of Kemet, formed The Smile. The group recently stopped by the KEXP studios for a live performance that can be viewed in full on KEXP's YouTube channel. On this episode, KEXP DJ Morgan Chosnyk and KEXP’s Video Manager Jim Beckmann take us behind the scenes of the session and discuss The Smile's debut album. Then, the Seattle-based New York Times Bestselling writer, Ijeoma Oluo, shares a persona...
Travis Thompson is a 26-year-old artist from Seattle. He put out an EP this fall and also made his acting debut on the hit show, Reservation Dogs. He talks about his new music and Indigenous representation on television and on the mic. “When I pulled up on set, it was a crazy experience for me, but they were treating me like a famous rapper because they had all listened to me before,” Thompson says. “The Native creative community knows each other.” Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ S...
Michael Stein and Rod Ronquillo, the original DJs of KEXP’s northwest music show, Audioasis, share songs that were staples of Seattle’s music scene when the show began 40 years ago. Then, Audioasis’ current DJ, Eva Walker, shares songs that represent the scene today. In this episode, we also get a little history lesson in Seattle’s early jazz and funk scenes and beyond. Artists discussed: The Heats The Dynette Set Pudz Visible Targets Chong the Nomad Jango Screen Frogs Support the show: https://...
Mix & Match is a mini series where we meet up with an artist and try to “mix” an adult beverage and “match” it with an artist. Today, KEXP’s Jasmine Albertson catches up with Deep Sea Diver’s Jessica Dobson over a drink. They talk about music and Jessica’s journey of meeting her birth parents. Deep Ahumada Recipe In a stirring vessel combine: - 2oz mezcal - .5 spiced simple - 3 dashes aztec chocolate bitters - Add ice, stir, and strain into a bucket with fresh ice - Garnish with orange peel ...
Mix & Match is a new miniseries where we meet up with a Seattle artist and try to “mix” an adult beverage and “match” it with an artist. Today, KEXP’s Jasmine Albertson brings us the first “Mix and Match” featuring local musician, Mt. Fog. Here’s the recipe make a “Forest Fog” - 1.5oz pisco - .5 cardi simple - 2 dashes black walnut bitters - 2oz earl grey tea - 2oz foamed oat milk Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
It’s Living Singles! The series where we talk to a KEXP staff member about three songs they’re really into right now. On this episode, Sharlese Metcalf—host of KEXP’s Mechanical Breakdown—brings us a very new wave edition. Songs featured in this episode: “Heartbeat” by Nuovo Testamento “Disconnected Lines” by RISK RISK “Future Wonder” by Teenage Daycare Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
KEXP DJs Miss Ashley, Kevin Cole and Larry Mizell Jr. break down the top played albums on KEXP in 2022. The albums are: #5: Beyoncé - RENAISSANCE #4: Toro y Moi - MAHAL #3: Ibibio Sound Machine - Electricity #2: Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Cool It Down #1: ODESZA - The Last Goodbye Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
It’s a very special Christmas edition of Living Singles, the series where we talk to a KEXP staff member about three songs they’re really into right now. On this episode, KEXP’s defacto Christmas DJ, Brian Foss, shares some non-traditional Christmas songs he’ll be playing on air on Christmas day. You can catch his show live from noon - 9pm PT on December 25th, at 90.3 FM in Seattle or KEXP.org / the KEXP App worldwide. Brian’s Featured Songs: “Christmas Is Love” by James Brown “Santa Ain’t Comin...
Larry Mizell Jr. reflects on the hip hop artists we lost this year and beyond, in what MF Doom has called, “the world’s most strangest most dangerous occupation.” Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Living Singles is the series where we talk to a KEXP staff member about three songs they’re really into right now. This episode features, KEXP’s Digital Content Manager. He admits to usually covering “super serious” music for KEXP, but he chose one song for Living Singles that’s playful and fun. Songs featured in this episode: “Thousand Knives” by Thundercat (Ryuichi Sakamoto cover) “Stop Worry!” by MIKE ft. Sister Nancy “Pop Star” by Coco & Clair Clair Support the show: https://www.kexp.org...
Cellist Lori Goldston has been carving her own path in the world of rock music for over three decades. She’s performed and recorded with some iconic artists like Nirvana, David Byrne, and Cat Power among many others. She’s an unsung hero of Seattle’s music scene. In October, she released a new solo album called High and Low . KEXP’s Dusty Henry spoke with Goldston to walk through her career and learn more about the inspiration behind the new album. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ S...
Living Singles is the series where we talk to a KEXP staff member about three songs they’re really into right now. On this episode, Sound & Vision’s senior producer and host Emily Fox returns from maternity leave to talk about the songs that got her through postpartum blues and the following joy of being a new mom. Songs featured in this episode: “Wide Awake” by ODESZA “Still Love U” by Vanilla “Letting Go” By Ben Sollee, Remixed by Thomas Jack Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ S...
Rachel Stevens talks with KEXP DJs Kevin Cole, Larry Mizell Jr, Evie Stokes, and Eva Walker about some of their favorite albums the year. Artists discussed: Toro y Moi, Sudan Archives, Special Interest, Charles Stepney, Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul (Larry Mizell Jr.) Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, The Smokes, Enumclaw (Eva Walker) Automatic, Ibibio Sound Machine, Melody’s Echo Chamber, Lad Ash (Evie Stokes) Lizzo, Death Cab for Cutie, Built to Spill, Spoon (Rachel Stevens) Brimheim, Kae Tempes...
It’s Living Singles! The series where we talk to a KEXP staff member about three songs they’re really into right now. On this episode, Sound & Vision’s own Roddy Nikpour gets us ready for hibernation with some warm, mellow tracks. Songs featured in this episode: “Swift Automatons” by Eluvium “UnTruth” by Hammock “You Are (feat. SARO)” by The Album Leaf Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Our occasional series Day Job highlights musicians who work a day job to be able to pursue their passion of music. This episode took Rachel Stevens to Pike Place Fish Market to talk with shipping manager Hillary Branyik, who is also a singer-songwriter under the name Branik. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s Living Singles! The series where we talk to a KEXP staff member about three songs they’re really into right now. On this episode, our Social Media Manager Tia Ho takes us all over the country to keep us warm with these vibey tunes. Songs featured in this episode: "Spiral" by Hello Mary "Kiss City" by Blondshell “Marmalade” by Julien Chang Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Independent music and independent pro wrestling may seem like disparate art forms, but that’s until you dig deeper into their histories. Many of the subcultures in both worlds have held events in the same places, shared the same personnel, and have held the same ideas of community. KEXP’s Martin Douglas talks with Jim Perry, Daniel Makabe, and Damien Abraham about how the art, ethos, and business of professional wrestling and music have always walked hand-in-hand. Support the show: https://www.k...
It’s Living Singles! Where a KEXP staff member shares three of their favorite songs right now. This time, Social Media Intern Leah Capindo joins Rachel Stevens to share the music that's brought her into a deep autumnal vibe. Songs featured in this episode: "Jesus Freak Lighter" by Blood Orange "supernova" by Fousheé "Love is the Way" by Thee Sacred Souls Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Maral is an Iranian American producer and DJ who uses her influences of dub, shoegaze, and anarcho-punk to reinterpret Persian folk, classical and pop music. The result is a heavy yet transcendent "folk club" sound. Her experimental approach has led to collaborations with Panda Bear of Animal Collective, Penny Rimbaud of Crass, and Lee "Scratch" Perry. She recently released her third full length album, 'Ground Groove,' on Leaving Records. KEXP’s Isabel Khalili talks with Maral about the new albu...
On November 5th, we learned the sad news that Mimi Parker of the band Low had passed away from ovarian cancer. Mimi was only 55, but had done so much in her life as a mother, as a musician, and as a human. She was married to her bandmate, Alan Sparhawk, and they made thirteen albums together from 1994 to 2021 as the band Low. Rachel Stevens talks with KEXP Digital Content Producer Janice Headley and DJ Kevin Cole about Mimi’s voice and her profound impact on the music world. Support the show: ht...
It’s Living Singles! Sound & Vision’s segment where we talk to a KEXP staff member about three songs they’re super into right now. Today, Rachel Stevens talks with Content Producer Martin Douglas about three tracks and why they all kinda feel like they were made in a garage. Songs featured in this episode: "Oh Henry!" by Almond Joy "Delusions" by Bella and the Bizarre "Pollo Rico" by billy woods Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...
Rocky Votolato is a mainstay in the Seattle music scene. KEXP’s Dusty Henry talks with Rocky about his latest album, 'Wild Roots' and the inspiration behind it, including the tragic loss of one of his children. This special episode is in conjunction with KEXP’s Death & Music event and special day of programming, "Music Heals: Grief." Find out more here: https://www.kexp.org/events/kexp-events/death-music/ And here: https://www.kexp.org/events/kexp-events/music-heals-grief/ Support the show: ...
For more than a month, Iran has been experiencing another revolution of sorts. The death of a 22-year-old woman named Mahsa "Jina" Amini has sparked mass protests and one song has become a rallying cry across the world. KEXP’s Roddy Nikpour talks about what “Baraye” by Shervin Hajipour means to him, his family, and a country. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
