KEXPhttp://www.kexp.orgEvery week KEXP hosts live performances from our studios and now you can take them with you. With roughly 200 performances each year, KEXP boasts an impressive line-up of guests. Go to KEXP.ORG for a list of upcoming performances.KEXP Live Performance PodcastEvery week KEXP hosts live performances from our studios and now you can take them with you. With roughly 200 performances each year, KEXP boasts an impressive line-up of guests. Go to KEXP.ORG for a list of upcoming performances.http://feeds.kexp.org/kexp/liveperformancesen-us2009 KEXPKEXPweb@kexp.orgMusicBurkina ElectricWith members based in New York, Germany, and Burkina Faso(West Africa), the international Burkina Electric blends electronica, afro-beat and traditional West African rhythms for some truly unique grooves. Hear the sparks fly in this performance recorded live at the Cutting Room in NYC. Recorded on 1/9/2010 - 4 songs: Ligdi, La Voix du Boulgou, Mdole, Bobo YengueWith members based in New York, Germany, and Burkina Faso(West Africa), the international Burkina Electric blends electronica, afro-beat and traditional West African rhythms for some truly unique grooves. Hear the sparks fly in this performance recorded live at the Cutting Room in NYC. Recorded on 1/9/2010 - 4 songs: Ligdi, La Voix du Boulgou, Mdole, Bobo YengueWith members based in New York, Germany, and Burkina Faso(West Africa), the international Burkina Electric blends electronica, afro-beat and traditional West African rhythms for some truly unique grooves. Hear the sparks fly in this performance recorded live at the Cutting Room in NYC. Recorded on 1/9/2010 - 4 songs: Ligdi, La Voix du Boulgou, Mdole, Bobo Yenguehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/93/9329daf2-bedb-4c21-8f6c-8fd4d9292eea.mp3Friday, 5 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -070000:31:49kexp public radioThe Temper TrapThe Australian band makes big guitar-pop highlighted by Dougy Mandagi's beautiful falsetto. They join KEXP in NYC during CMJ for this live performance recorded at the Cutting Room Studios on 10/22/09 - 4 songs plus: Fader, Love Lost, Sweet Disposition, FoolsThe Australian band makes big guitar-pop highlighted by Dougy Mandagi's beautiful falsetto. They join KEXP in NYC during CMJ for this live performance recorded at the Cutting Room Studios on 10/22/09 - 4 songs plus: Fader, Love Lost, Sweet Disposition, FoolsThe Australian band makes big guitar-pop highlighted by Dougy Mandagi's beautiful falsetto. They join KEXP in NYC during CMJ for this live performance recorded at the Cutting Room Studios on 10/22/09 - 4 songs plus: Fader, Love Lost, Sweet Disposition, Foolshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/57/570b2465-b85b-4e08-b4f0-c611a8cf8604.mp3Friday, 29 Jan 2010 12:00:00 -070000:16:00kexp public radioSondre LercheJoin an attentive live audience for this set from Norwegian singer-songwriter Sondre Lerche live at the Triple Door. Featuring songs from his latest release "HeartBeat Radio" and older material, Lerche whimsically takes on melancholy themes while adding an upbeat twist to this solo performance. Recorded on 9/29/09 - 7 songs: Good Luck, Dead Passengers, Heartbeat Radio, Two Way Monologue, My Hands Are Shaking, Words and Music, Like LazenbyJoin an attentive live audience for this set from Norwegian singer-songwriter Sondre Lerche live at the Triple Door. Featuring songs from his latest release "HeartBeat Radio" and older material, Lerche whimsically takes on melancholy themes while adding an upbeat twist to this solo performance. Recorded on 9/29/09 - 7 songs: Good Luck, Dead Passengers, Heartbeat Radio, Two Way Monologue, My Hands Are Shaking, Words and Music, Like LazenbyJoin an attentive live audience for this set from Norwegian singer-songwriter Sondre Lerche live at the Triple Door. Featuring songs from his latest release "HeartBeat Radio" and older material, Lerche whimsically takes on melancholy themes while adding an upbeat twist to this solo performance. Recorded on 9/29/09 - 7 songs: Good Luck, Dead Passengers, Heartbeat Radio, Two Way Monologue, My Hands Are Shaking, Words and Music, Like Lazenbyhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/37/375b1cc9-1095-45ad-91d2-f55c1038fb6a.mp3Friday, 22 Jan 2010 12:00:00 -070000:35:46kexp public radioBlind PilotPortland-based Blind Pilot made quite a stir with their 2008 iTunes free download of the week and their West Coast tour by bicycle. The full band bring their charming harmonies and Northwestern folk-pop blend to the KEXP studio. No, they didn't arrive by bicycle. But they could have! Recorded on 12/2/09 - 4 songs: Paint or Pollen, One Red Thread, 3 Rounds and a Sound, The Story I Heard Portland-based Blind Pilot made quite a stir with their 2008 iTunes free download of the week and their West Coast tour by bicycle. The full band bring their charming harmonies and Northwestern folk-pop blend to the KEXP studio. No, they didn't arrive by bicycle. But they could have! Recorded on 12/2/09 - 4 songs: Paint or Pollen, One Red Thread, 3 Rounds and a Sound, The Story I Heard Portland-based Blind Pilot made quite a stir with their 2008 iTunes free download of the week and their West Coast tour by bicycle. The full band bring their charming harmonies and Northwestern folk-pop blend to the KEXP studio. No, they didn't arrive by bicycle. But they could have! Recorded on 12/2/09 - 4 songs: Paint or Pollen, One Red Thread, 3 Rounds and a Sound, The Story I Heard http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/cf/cfcbf36c-d8f3-46c8-979a-34153dfb0bfa.mp3Friday, 15 Jan 2010 12:00:00 -070000:23:29kexp public radioFrank FairfieldPut your sepia-toned glasses on for this KEXP live set folks, and take a trip back to the roots of American music with young California-based "old-time folk" musician Frank Fairfield. He joins Greg Vandy in "The Roadhouse" armed with banjo, fiddle and a repertoire inspired by his 78 collection. Recorded live on 11/18/09 - 4 songs: Nine Pound Hammer, Rye Whiskey, Call Me A Dog When I'm Gone, Cumberland GapPut your sepia-toned glasses on for this KEXP live set folks, and take a trip back to the roots of American music with young California-based "old-time folk" musician Frank Fairfield. He joins Greg Vandy in "The Roadhouse" armed with banjo, fiddle and a repertoire inspired by his 78 collection. Recorded live on 11/18/09 - 4 songs: Nine Pound Hammer, Rye Whiskey, Call Me A Dog When I'm Gone, Cumberland GapPut your sepia-toned glasses on for this KEXP live set folks, and take a trip back to the roots of American music with young California-based "old-time folk" musician Frank Fairfield. He joins Greg Vandy in "The Roadhouse" armed with banjo, fiddle and a repertoire inspired by his 78 collection. Recorded live on 11/18/09 - 4 songs: Nine Pound Hammer, Rye Whiskey, Call Me A Dog When I'm Gone, Cumberland Gaphttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/24/243ac3fd-ffc6-4bb0-96e0-b62296560b1d.mp3Friday, 8 Jan 2010 12:00:00 -070000:29:42kexp public radioSurfer BloodThis young West Palm Beach, Florida band made a big splash months before their debut album "Astro Coast" was even released. Surfer Blood turns a mix of power-pop, retro-garage, surf, and more into something fresh and exciting. Recorded on 12/1/2009 - 3 songs: Floating Vibes, Swim, Catholic Pagans, AnchorageThis young West Palm Beach, Florida band made a big splash months before their debut album "Astro Coast" was even released. Surfer Blood turns a mix of power-pop, retro-garage, surf, and more into something fresh and exciting. Recorded on 12/1/2009 - 3 songs: Floating Vibes, Swim, Catholic Pagans, AnchorageThis young West Palm Beach, Florida band made a big splash months before their debut album "Astro Coast" was even released. Surfer Blood turns a mix of power-pop, retro-garage, surf, and more into something fresh and exciting. Recorded on 12/1/2009 - 3 songs: Floating Vibes, Swim, Catholic Pagans, Anchoragehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/7c/7c0ababa-1cb9-4fbd-b805-5970c7d6b41d.mp3Friday, 1 Jan 2010 12:00:00 -070000:24:33kexp public radioThe HeavyIt's soul. It's funk. It's garage rock. It's The Heavy. This British group pummels the KEXP airwaves with this exclusive live performance featuring tracks from their sophomore LP, "The House That Dirt Built." Recorded on 10/30/09 - 4 songs: Sixteen, What You Want Me To Do?, Cause For Alarm, How You Like Me Now?It's soul. It's funk. It's garage rock. It's The Heavy. This British group pummels the KEXP airwaves with this exclusive live performance featuring tracks from their sophomore LP, "The House That Dirt Built." Recorded on 10/30/09 - 4 songs: Sixteen, What You Want Me To Do?, Cause For Alarm, How You Like Me Now?It's soul. It's funk. It's garage rock. It's The Heavy. This British group pummels the KEXP airwaves with this exclusive live performance featuring tracks from their sophomore LP, "The House That Dirt Built." Recorded on 10/30/09 - 4 songs: Sixteen, What You Want Me To Do?, Cause For Alarm, How You Like Me Now?http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/18/1841da8a-2b57-4b4e-8851-ca542aab3309.mp3Friday, 25 Dec 2009 12:00:00 -070000:18:25kexp public radioChuck ProphetSan Francisco-based Chuck Prophet returns to the KEXP studio with this smokin' hot live set of his signature bluesy, cheeky roots-rock twang featuring songs from his latest album "¡Let Freedom Ring!" and some searing guitar work. Come get burned! Recorded 12/10/09 - 4 songs: Sonny Liston's Blues, Let Freedom Ring, You And Me Baby (Holding On), I Bow Down And Pray To Every Woman I SeeSan Francisco-based Chuck Prophet returns to the KEXP studio with this smokin' hot live set of his signature bluesy, cheeky roots-rock twang featuring songs from his latest album "¡Let Freedom Ring!" and some searing guitar work. Come get burned! Recorded 12/10/09 - 4 songs: Sonny Liston's Blues, Let Freedom Ring, You And Me Baby (Holding On), I Bow Down And Pray To Every Woman I SeeSan Francisco-based Chuck Prophet returns to the KEXP studio with this smokin' hot live set of his signature bluesy, cheeky roots-rock twang featuring songs from his latest album "¡Let Freedom Ring!" and some searing guitar work. Come get burned! Recorded 12/10/09 - 4 songs: Sonny Liston's Blues, Let Freedom Ring, You And Me Baby (Holding On), I Bow Down And Pray To Every Woman I Seehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/9b/9bcce72f-676a-484f-8229-27c7201afc4f.mp3Friday, 18 Dec 2009 12:00:00 -070000:25:04kexp public radiomúmWith their 5th full-length record "Sing Along To Songs You Don't Know" Icelandic collective múm give their songs a lot more room to breathe while still maintaining their wonderfully dynamic blend of leftfield pop. Check some of the tracks from the release recorded live on KEXP. Recorded on 11/3/2009 - 4 songs: If I Were A Fish, Hullabbalabbaluu, Prophecies And Reversed Memories, Sing AlongWith their 5th full-length record "Sing Along To Songs You Don't Know" Icelandic collective múm give their songs a lot more room to breathe while still maintaining their wonderfully dynamic blend of leftfield pop. Check some of the tracks from the release recorded live on KEXP. Recorded on 11/3/2009 - 4 songs: If I Were A Fish, Hullabbalabbaluu, Prophecies And Reversed Memories, Sing AlongWith their 5th full-length record "Sing Along To Songs You Don't Know" Icelandic collective múm give their songs a lot more room to breathe while still maintaining their wonderfully dynamic blend of leftfield pop. Check some of the tracks from the release recorded live on KEXP. Recorded on 11/3/2009 - 4 songs: If I Were A Fish, Hullabbalabbaluu, Prophecies And Reversed Memories, Sing Alonghttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/2f/2fe09346-77cb-4225-931c-35b03e8c5ba0.mp3Friday, 11 Dec 2009 12:00:00 -070000:27:59kexp public radioBomba EstéreoFrom Bogota, Colombia, Bomba Estéreo drop on KEXP like an a-bomb, performing tracks from their record "Blow Up," which mixes traditional cumbia and champeta with hip-hop, Afropop, psychedelic rock and anything else that will make you groove. Recorded 11/10/09. Recorded on 11/10/09 - 4 songs: Feelin', Huepaje, La Boquilla, FuegoFrom Bogota, Colombia, Bomba Estéreo drop on KEXP like an a-bomb, performing tracks from their record "Blow Up," which mixes traditional cumbia and champeta with hip-hop, Afropop, psychedelic rock and anything else that will make you groove. Recorded 11/10/09. Recorded on 11/10/09 - 4 songs: Feelin', Huepaje, La Boquilla, FuegoFrom Bogota, Colombia, Bomba Estéreo drop on KEXP like an a-bomb, performing tracks from their record "Blow Up," which mixes traditional cumbia and champeta with hip-hop, Afropop, psychedelic rock and anything else that will make you groove. Recorded 11/10/09. Recorded on 11/10/09 - 4 songs: Feelin', Huepaje, La Boquilla, Fuegohttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/4f/4f8710cf-2e0e-4c78-bd29-19680d11496e.mp3Friday, 4 Dec 2009 12:00:00 -070000:20:03kexp public radioThe Swell SeasonThe Frames frontman Glen Hansard and Czech pianist and singer Markéta Irglová, a.k.a The Swell Season, perform a stripped down and intimate set of songs, mostly from their new album, "Strict Joy," along with a brand new untitled song and a cover of Tim Buckley's "Buzzin' Fly," live at the Triple Door as part of KEXP's VIP Club Concert series. Recorded 10/22/09.The Frames frontman Glen Hansard and Czech pianist and singer Markéta Irglová, a.k.a The Swell Season, perform a stripped down and intimate set of songs, mostly from their new album, "Strict Joy," along with a brand new untitled song and a cover of Tim Buckley's "Buzzin' Fly," live at the Triple Door as part of KEXP's VIP Club Concert series. Recorded 10/22/09.The Frames frontman Glen Hansard and Czech pianist and singer Markéta Irglová, a.k.a The Swell Season, perform a stripped down and intimate set of songs, mostly from their new album, "Strict Joy," along with a brand new untitled song and a cover of Tim Buckley's "Buzzin' Fly," live at the Triple Door as part of KEXP's VIP Club Concert series. Recorded 10/22/09.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/7a/7ae8e68a-f21a-49ca-88cd-8811a202d039.mp3Friday, 27 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -070000:50:40kexp public radioFanfarloCheck out a fab live set of orchestral indie-pop from London's Fanfarlo recorded exclusively for KEXP at The Cutting Room studios in NYC. Features tracks from their debut LP 'Reservoir'. Recorded on 9/24/09 - 4 songs: Finish Line, I'm A Pilot, Luna, The Walls Are Coming Down Check out a fab live set of orchestral indie-pop from London's Fanfarlo recorded exclusively for KEXP at The Cutting Room studios in NYC. Features tracks from their debut LP 'Reservoir'. Recorded on 9/24/09 - 4 songs: Finish Line, I'm A Pilot, Luna, The Walls Are Coming Down Check out a fab live set of orchestral indie-pop from London's Fanfarlo recorded exclusively for KEXP at The Cutting Room studios in NYC. Features tracks from their debut LP 'Reservoir'. Recorded on 9/24/09 - 4 songs: Finish Line, I'm A Pilot, Luna, The Walls Are Coming Down http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/35/35a6a833-d5de-4150-998f-6a6235b14930.mp3Friday, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -070000:21:02kexp public radioFool's GoldLos Angeles-based band Fool's Gold is quite a unique experience, blending a heavy dose of African music with some other rock styles. Oh, and did I mention most of the lyrics are in Hebrew? Trust me it really works - you can see for yourself with this KEXP live performance. Recorded on 10/12/09 - 3 songs: Surprise Hotel, Nadine, Ha DvashLos Angeles-based band Fool's Gold is quite a unique experience, blending a heavy dose of African music with some other rock styles. Oh, and did I mention most of the lyrics are in Hebrew? Trust me it really works - you can see for yourself with this KEXP live performance. Recorded on 10/12/09 - 3 songs: Surprise Hotel, Nadine, Ha DvashLos Angeles-based band Fool's Gold is quite a unique experience, blending a heavy dose of African music with some other rock styles. Oh, and did I mention most of the lyrics are in Hebrew? Trust me it really works - you can see for yourself with this KEXP live performance. Recorded on 10/12/09 - 3 songs: Surprise Hotel, Nadine, Ha Dvashhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/8a/8a1f9ca0-80c7-4a8c-861b-08e6aa68152d.mp3Friday, 13 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -070000:30:43kexp public radioFor A Minor ReflectionJoin us for a special live performance by Icelandic instrumental post-rock band For A Minor Reflection, recorded exclusively for KEXP at RUV Radio in Reykjavík during the Iceland Airwaves Music Festival 2009. Recorded on 10/16/09 - 4 Songs: Kastljos, A Moll, Dansi Dans, ConvergeJoin us for a special live performance by Icelandic instrumental post-rock band For A Minor Reflection, recorded exclusively for KEXP at RUV Radio in Reykjavík during the Iceland Airwaves Music Festival 2009. Recorded on 10/16/09 - 4 Songs: Kastljos, A Moll, Dansi Dans, ConvergeJoin us for a special live performance by Icelandic instrumental post-rock band For A Minor Reflection, recorded exclusively for KEXP at RUV Radio in Reykjavík during the Iceland Airwaves Music Festival 2009. Recorded on 10/16/09 - 4 Songs: Kastljos, A Moll, Dansi Dans, Convergehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/f5/f5471a79-8b8e-4a85-bfb2-c3e299ba6c45.mp3Friday, 6 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -070000:23:40kexp public radioA Place To Bury StrangersBrooklyn, NY ambassadors of noise A Place to Bury Strangers bring their cascading sheets of distortion and feedback into the KEXP studios for this ferocious live set of shoegazerish psych-rock featuring songs from their 2nd album "Exploding Head." Recorded on 10/19/09 - 4 songs: Exploding Head, In Your Heart, Lost Feeling, I Lived My Life to Stand in the Shadow of you HeartBrooklyn, NY ambassadors of noise A Place to Bury Strangers bring their cascading sheets of distortion and feedback into the KEXP studios for this ferocious live set of shoegazerish psych-rock featuring songs from their 2nd album "Exploding Head." Recorded on 10/19/09 - 4 songs: Exploding Head, In Your Heart, Lost Feeling, I Lived My Life to Stand in the Shadow of you HeartBrooklyn, NY ambassadors of noise A Place to Bury Strangers bring their cascading sheets of distortion and feedback into the KEXP studios for this ferocious live set of shoegazerish psych-rock featuring songs from their 2nd album "Exploding Head." Recorded on 10/19/09 - 4 songs: Exploding Head, In Your Heart, Lost Feeling, I Lived My Life to Stand in the Shadow of you Hearthttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/0b/0bc3b31b-45ea-46d4-b900-54a5730ba38b.mp3Friday, 30 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -070000:29:19kexp public radioMeat PuppetsJoin KEXP for a special live performance with the kings of desert psych-rock Meat Puppets. Curt and Chris Kirkwood (now with Ted Marcus on drums) play tracks from their LP "Sewn Together" and throw in "one of those Nirvana songs" for good measure. Recorded on 9/23/09 - 5 songs: Sewn Together, Go To Your Head, Rotten Shame, The Monkey And The Snake, PlateauJoin KEXP for a special live performance with the kings of desert psych-rock Meat Puppets. Curt and Chris Kirkwood (now with Ted Marcus on drums) play tracks from their LP "Sewn Together" and throw in "one of those Nirvana songs" for good measure. Recorded on 9/23/09 - 5 songs: Sewn Together, Go To Your Head, Rotten Shame, The Monkey And The Snake, PlateauJoin KEXP for a special live performance with the kings of desert psych-rock Meat Puppets. Curt and Chris Kirkwood (now with Ted Marcus on drums) play tracks from their LP "Sewn Together" and throw in "one of those Nirvana songs" for good measure. Recorded on 9/23/09 - 5 songs: Sewn Together, Go To Your Head, Rotten Shame, The Monkey And The Snake, Plateauhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/a7/a715f1c5-c3f6-41cc-9d9d-5012bc33fac6.mp3Friday, 23 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -070000:30:00kexp public radioCéUCéU once again stops by KEXP for a lovely live set. This singer-songwriter from Sao Paulo, Brazil mixes Brazilian flavor with jazz, pop and some subtle electronics. And, of course, the vocals are quite dreamy. Recorded on 7/15/09 - 4 songs: Cangote, Malemolencia, Lenda, ComadiCéU once again stops by KEXP for a lovely live set. This singer-songwriter from Sao Paulo, Brazil mixes Brazilian flavor with jazz, pop and some subtle electronics. And, of course, the vocals are quite dreamy. Recorded on 7/15/09 - 4 songs: Cangote, Malemolencia, Lenda, ComadiCéU once again stops by KEXP for a lovely live set. This singer-songwriter from Sao Paulo, Brazil mixes Brazilian flavor with jazz, pop and some subtle electronics. And, of course, the vocals are quite dreamy. Recorded on 7/15/09 - 4 songs: Cangote, Malemolencia, Lenda, Comadihttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/da/da7dfcc0-28ea-4b20-89be-d76cbbf0f8e6.mp3Friday, 16 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -070000:21:05kexp public radioEd HarcourtBritish singer-songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Ed Harcourt stops by KEXP with a guitar and a handful of his wonderfully varied pop tracks for a lovely acoustic live performance. Recorded on 7/10/09, 4 songs: Killed By The Morning Sun, Church Of No Religion, Caterpillar, Blues Run The Game British singer-songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Ed Harcourt stops by KEXP with a guitar and a handful of his wonderfully varied pop tracks for a lovely acoustic live performance. Recorded on 7/10/09, 4 songs: Killed By The Morning Sun, Church Of No Religion, Caterpillar, Blues Run The Game British singer-songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Ed Harcourt stops by KEXP with a guitar and a handful of his wonderfully varied pop tracks for a lovely acoustic live performance. Recorded on 7/10/09, 4 songs: Killed By The Morning Sun, Church Of No Religion, Caterpillar, Blues Run The Game http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/79/79074888-1aaa-4533-a7d6-d260e3338831.mp3Thursday, 8 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -070000:28:18kexp public radioFresh EspressoSure, espresso may make you think of Seattle, but the fresh is really what's poppin' here in the NW as hip-hop duo Fresh Espresso drop some of their smooth-#ss bombs from their debut LP, "Glamour." Recorded on 8/4/09 - 4 songs: Diamond Pistols, Something New, Right Here, Lazerbeams Sure, espresso may make you think of Seattle, but the fresh is really what's poppin' here in the NW as hip-hop duo Fresh Espresso drop some of their smooth-#ss bombs from their debut LP, "Glamour." Recorded on 8/4/09 - 4 songs: Diamond Pistols, Something New, Right Here, Lazerbeams Sure, espresso may make you think of Seattle, but the fresh is really what's poppin' here in the NW as hip-hop duo Fresh Espresso drop some of their smooth-#ss bombs from their debut LP, "Glamour." Recorded on 8/4/09 - 4 songs: Diamond Pistols, Something New, Right Here, Lazerbeams http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/2c/2cc2db65-091d-4bbd-911e-d9e500e4d8eb.mp3Thursday, 1 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -070000:16:26kexp public radioThe ChurchStill going strong after 29 years, Australia's The Church performs a stellar set of their distinctive neo-psychedelia live at the Triple Door featuring material from their latest release "Untitled #23". Recorded on 6/15/09 - 5 songs: Deadman's Hands, Pangaea, You Took, Operetta, BlockStill going strong after 29 years, Australia's The Church performs a stellar set of their distinctive neo-psychedelia live at the Triple Door featuring material from their latest release "Untitled #23". Recorded on 6/15/09 - 5 songs: Deadman's Hands, Pangaea, You Took, Operetta, BlockStill going strong after 29 years, Australia's The Church performs a stellar set of their distinctive neo-psychedelia live at the Triple Door featuring material from their latest release "Untitled #23". Recorded on 6/15/09 - 5 songs: Deadman's Hands, Pangaea, You Took, Operetta, Blockhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/93/93c0756a-c0e7-4045-8a39-07d8677506c2.mp3Friday, 25 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -070000:34:37kexp public radioThe MaldivesSeattle favorites The Maldives return to the KEXP studio for a spirited set of muscular roots-rock featuring songs from their 2nd release "Listen to the Thunder." Recorded on 8/25/09 - 4 songs: Goodbye, Come On, Come On, Walk Away, Going HomeSeattle favorites The Maldives return to the KEXP studio for a spirited set of muscular roots-rock featuring songs from their 2nd release "Listen to the Thunder." Recorded on 8/25/09 - 4 songs: Goodbye, Come On, Come On, Walk Away, Going HomeSeattle favorites The Maldives return to the KEXP studio for a spirited set of muscular roots-rock featuring songs from their 2nd release "Listen to the Thunder." Recorded on 8/25/09 - 4 songs: Goodbye, Come On, Come On, Walk Away, Going Homehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/1c/1cadc74e-a7dd-497e-9fd8-9f4b27a1a7a1.mp3Friday, 18 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -070000:28:55kexp public radioKing Sunny Ade and His African BeatsKing Sunny Ade and His African Beats perform live at the Triple Door in Seattle as part of the 25th anniversary of The Best Ambiance on KEXP. Recorded on 6/29/2009 - 10 songs: Oba Taiye Njuba, Me Le Se, Grace of God, Oluwa Ni'o Jeun Kan / Sijuade, Igi Ti Odidere Ni, Sunny Ade Wa, Ba'njo, Mo Ri Keke kan, Merciful God, Kini Ma Fi Yi Ore Re, Ma Lanu Ma Korin / Dance MedleyKing Sunny Ade and His African Beats perform live at the Triple Door in Seattle as part of the 25th anniversary of The Best Ambiance on KEXP. Recorded on 6/29/2009 - 10 songs: Oba Taiye Njuba, Me Le Se, Grace of God, Oluwa Ni'o Jeun Kan / Sijuade, Igi Ti Odidere Ni, Sunny Ade Wa, Ba'njo, Mo Ri Keke kan, Merciful God, Kini Ma Fi Yi Ore Re, Ma Lanu Ma Korin / Dance MedleyKing Sunny Ade and His African Beats perform live at the Triple Door in Seattle as part of the 25th anniversary of The Best Ambiance on KEXP. Recorded on 6/29/2009 - 10 songs: Oba Taiye Njuba, Me Le Se, Grace of God, Oluwa Ni'o Jeun Kan / Sijuade, Igi Ti Odidere Ni, Sunny Ade Wa, Ba'njo, Mo Ri Keke kan, Merciful God, Kini Ma Fi Yi Ore Re, Ma Lanu Ma Korin / Dance Medleyhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/7c/7c654718-472b-47ec-951d-e459ce7b537d.mp3Friday, 11 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -07001:11:29kexp public radioAu Revoir SimoneBrooklyn trio Au Revoir Simone play a delicate set of electronic indie-pop live on KEXP with songs from their latest release "Still Night Still Light." Recorded Live on 6/16/2009 - 4 songs: Anywhere You Looked, Knights of Wands, All or Nothing, Take Me As I AmBrooklyn trio Au Revoir Simone play a delicate set of electronic indie-pop live on KEXP with songs from their latest release "Still Night Still Light." Recorded Live on 6/16/2009 - 4 songs: Anywhere You Looked, Knights of Wands, All or Nothing, Take Me As I AmBrooklyn trio Au Revoir Simone play a delicate set of electronic indie-pop live on KEXP with songs from their latest release "Still Night Still Light." Recorded Live on 6/16/2009 - 4 songs: Anywhere You Looked, Knights of Wands, All or Nothing, Take Me As I Amhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/cf/cf7c2211-d8c0-4924-b93c-71ae944e84fc.mp3Friday, 4 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -070000:25:47kexp public radioDeastroIt's all synths and driving beats as Detroit indie-electronica producer Randolph Chabot, performing here with a live band as Deastro, lays down a fine set featuring tracks from his latest release "Moondagger." Recorded Live on 6/28/09 - 4 songs: Zilwaukee, Vermillion Plaza, Toxic Crusaders, Kurgan Wave Number OneIt's all synths and driving beats as Detroit indie-electronica producer Randolph Chabot, performing here with a live band as Deastro, lays down a fine set featuring tracks from his latest release "Moondagger." Recorded Live on 6/28/09 - 4 songs: Zilwaukee, Vermillion Plaza, Toxic Crusaders, Kurgan Wave Number OneIt's all synths and driving beats as Detroit indie-electronica producer Randolph Chabot, performing here with a live band as Deastro, lays down a fine set featuring tracks from his latest release "Moondagger." Recorded Live on 6/28/09 - 4 songs: Zilwaukee, Vermillion Plaza, Toxic Crusaders, Kurgan Wave Number Onehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/c1/c158fb54-30a3-424c-804c-f461c17d95e7.mp3Friday, 28 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -070000:23:07kexp public radioCymbals Eat GuitarsFilled with unexpected shifts, pop and noise, the songs of Cymbals Eat Guitars define the word "dynamic" in this exclusive KEXP live performance. Recorded at the Cutting Room Studios in NYC on the Morning Show with John Richards. Recorded on 6/18/09 - 4 songs: ...And The Hazy Sea, Cold Spring, Tunguska, Wind PhoenixFilled with unexpected shifts, pop and noise, the songs of Cymbals Eat Guitars define the word "dynamic" in this exclusive KEXP live performance. Recorded at the Cutting Room Studios in NYC on the Morning Show with John Richards. Recorded on 6/18/09 - 4 songs: ...And The Hazy Sea, Cold Spring, Tunguska, Wind PhoenixFilled with unexpected shifts, pop and noise, the songs of Cymbals Eat Guitars define the word "dynamic" in this exclusive KEXP live performance. Recorded at the Cutting Room Studios in NYC on the Morning Show with John Richards. Recorded on 6/18/09 - 4 songs: ...And The Hazy Sea, Cold Spring, Tunguska, Wind Phoenixhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/8a/8a558a9f-ee05-4bbc-a8c6-4da77ad23877.mp3Friday, 21 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -070000:31:08kexp public radioBat For LashesBrighton, UK based singer/songwriter/keyboardist Natasha Kahn (aka Bat For Lashes) graces the KEXP studio with a beautifully spacious stripped-down set featuring songs from her sophomore release "Two Suns". Recorded on 6/10/09 - 4 Songs: Glass, Moon and Moon, Daniel, TahitiBrighton, UK based singer/songwriter/keyboardist Natasha Kahn (aka Bat For Lashes) graces the KEXP studio with a beautifully spacious stripped-down set featuring songs from her sophomore release "Two Suns". Recorded on 6/10/09 - 4 Songs: Glass, Moon and Moon, Daniel, TahitiBrighton, UK based singer/songwriter/keyboardist Natasha Kahn (aka Bat For Lashes) graces the KEXP studio with a beautifully spacious stripped-down set featuring songs from her sophomore release "Two Suns". Recorded on 6/10/09 - 4 Songs: Glass, Moon and Moon, Daniel, Tahitihttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/cc/cc993e65-d93f-46c8-9e38-b31e58f860a3.mp3Friday, 14 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -070000:20:02kexp public radioThe VaselinesWe count ourselves quite lucky here at KEXP to have The Vaselines do an acoustic live set for us – and they bring the hits! (yes, they play all the ones Nirvana covered) It's wonderful, raw Scottish pop that's often as lewd as it is sweet. Recorded on 5/13/2009 - 4 songs: Rory Rides Me Raw, Molly's Lips, Son Of A Gun, Jesus Wants Me For A Sunbeam We count ourselves quite lucky here at KEXP to have The Vaselines do an acoustic live set for us – and they bring the hits! (yes, they play all the ones Nirvana covered) It's wonderful, raw Scottish pop that's often as lewd as it is sweet. Recorded on 5/13/2009 - 4 songs: Rory Rides Me Raw, Molly's Lips, Son Of A Gun, Jesus Wants Me For A Sunbeam We count ourselves quite lucky here at KEXP to have The Vaselines do an acoustic live set for us – and they bring the hits! (yes, they play all the ones Nirvana covered) It's wonderful, raw Scottish pop that's often as lewd as it is sweet. Recorded on 5/13/2009 - 4 songs: Rory Rides Me Raw, Molly's Lips, Son Of A Gun, Jesus Wants Me For A Sunbeam http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/3b/3b56eef7-8fe6-45b7-9295-d7e4b1cfffb3.mp3Friday, 7 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -070000:15:56kexp public radioJapandroidsA rockin' live set from the spirited duo from Vancouver, B.C. whose minimal garage-pop is as noisy as it is catchy. Japandroids play songs from the debut LP "Post-Nothing" and do a nice cover of Big Black's "Racer X." Recorded on 6/16/2009 - 4 songs: Crazy/Forever, Heart Sweats, Racer X, Young Hearts Spark Fire A rockin' live set from the spirited duo from Vancouver, B.C. whose minimal garage-pop is as noisy as it is catchy. Japandroids play songs from the debut LP "Post-Nothing" and do a nice cover of Big Black's "Racer X." Recorded on 6/16/2009 - 4 songs: Crazy/Forever, Heart Sweats, Racer X, Young Hearts Spark Fire A rockin' live set from the spirited duo from Vancouver, B.C. whose minimal garage-pop is as noisy as it is catchy. Japandroids play songs from the debut LP "Post-Nothing" and do a nice cover of Big Black's "Racer X." Recorded on 6/16/2009 - 4 songs: Crazy/Forever, Heart Sweats, Racer X, Young Hearts Spark Fire http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/1f/1f5ed79d-fd15-406b-a91f-46a49170ea9f.mp3Friday, 31 Jul 2009 12:00:00 -070000:24:41kexp public radioJames YuillThe UK producer/musician James Yuill falls perhaps somewhere between Nick Drake and Aphex Twin with his hybrid of acoustic guitar indie-rock with glitch and soft dance beats. He plays tracks from his debut LP "Turning Down Water for Air" during this cheery live KEXP performance. Recorded on 5/26/2009 - 4 songs: No Pins Allowed, Over The Hills, This Sweet Love, No SurpriseThe UK producer/musician James Yuill falls perhaps somewhere between Nick Drake and Aphex Twin with his hybrid of acoustic guitar indie-rock with glitch and soft dance beats. He plays tracks from his debut LP "Turning Down Water for Air" during this cheery live KEXP performance. Recorded on 5/26/2009 - 4 songs: No Pins Allowed, Over The Hills, This Sweet Love, No SurpriseThe UK producer/musician James Yuill falls perhaps somewhere between Nick Drake and Aphex Twin with his hybrid of acoustic guitar indie-rock with glitch and soft dance beats. He plays tracks from his debut LP "Turning Down Water for Air" during this cheery live KEXP performance. Recorded on 5/26/2009 - 4 songs: No Pins Allowed, Over The Hills, This Sweet Love, No Surprisehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/f2/f2ce9803-a0e4-44e6-b98b-5a282894d51d.mp3Friday, 24 Jul 2009 12:00:00 -070000:26:51kexp public radioThe Kills 2009This London-based duo lay out some sparse, menacing blues-punk with great male/female vocals and skuzzy guitar and drums sounds. The Kills plug in, turn it up, and deliver a powerhouse set live on KEXP. Recorded on 5/14/09 4 songs: U.R.A. Fever, Kissy Kissy, Black Balloon, Fried My Little Brains This London-based duo lay out some sparse, menacing blues-punk with great male/female vocals and skuzzy guitar and drums sounds. The Kills plug in, turn it up, and deliver a powerhouse set live on KEXP. Recorded on 5/14/09 4 songs: U.R.A. Fever, Kissy Kissy, Black Balloon, Fried My Little Brains This London-based duo lay out some sparse, menacing blues-punk with great male/female vocals and skuzzy guitar and drums sounds. The Kills plug in, turn it up, and deliver a powerhouse set live on KEXP. Recorded on 5/14/09 4 songs: U.R.A. Fever, Kissy Kissy, Black Balloon, Fried My Little Brains http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/e6/e6b97e0c-b4f6-417b-9ec5-e9d62d1c2f4c.mp3Friday, 17 Jul 2009 12:00:00 -070000:19:26kexp public radioEl Ten ElevenThe Los Angeles-based duo El Ten Eleven creates amazingly groovy post-rock instrumentals. It’s experimental without being too heady and dancey without sounding digital – all done with just drums and looping bass guitar sounds. Recorded on 4/16/09 - 4 songs: Jumping Frenchmen Of Maine, I Like Van Halen Because My Sister Says They Are Cool, Hot Cakes, Indian WinterThe Los Angeles-based duo El Ten Eleven creates amazingly groovy post-rock instrumentals. It’s experimental without being too heady and dancey without sounding digital – all done with just drums and looping bass guitar sounds. Recorded on 4/16/09 - 4 songs: Jumping Frenchmen Of Maine, I Like Van Halen Because My Sister Says They Are Cool, Hot Cakes, Indian WinterThe Los Angeles-based duo El Ten Eleven creates amazingly groovy post-rock instrumentals. It’s experimental without being too heady and dancey without sounding digital – all done with just drums and looping bass guitar sounds. Recorded on 4/16/09 - 4 songs: Jumping Frenchmen Of Maine, I Like Van Halen Because My Sister Says They Are Cool, Hot Cakes, Indian Winterhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/92/921b9ca3-8d0f-4073-b527-90ce27d24c17.mp3Friday, 10 Jul 2009 12:00:00 -070000:27:39kexp public radioPela 2009KEXP faves Pela treat our listeners to an exclusive stripped-down set with additional vocal harmonies. The New York group’s anthemic, heart-felt songs still really shine in this acoustic setting. Recorded on 5/29/09 - 4 songs: Augustine, Strange Days, Juarez, East Los AngelesKEXP faves Pela treat our listeners to an exclusive stripped-down set with additional vocal harmonies. The New York group’s anthemic, heart-felt songs still really shine in this acoustic setting. Recorded on 5/29/09 - 4 songs: Augustine, Strange Days, Juarez, East Los AngelesKEXP faves Pela treat our listeners to an exclusive stripped-down set with additional vocal harmonies. The New York group’s anthemic, heart-felt songs still really shine in this acoustic setting. Recorded on 5/29/09 - 4 songs: Augustine, Strange Days, Juarez, East Los Angeleshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/0d/0d430f38-a88a-411c-a269-78dd7b956f2d.mp3Friday, 3 Jul 2009 12:00:00 -070000:24:43kexp public radioPhoenixFrench indie-pop outfit Phoenix joins John Richards at the Cutting Room Studios NYC for a short and sweet acoustic set featuring songs from their fourth album, "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix." Recorded on 4/23/09 - 4 Songs: Liztomania, 1901, Playground Love, Armistice French indie-pop outfit Phoenix joins John Richards at the Cutting Room Studios NYC for a short and sweet acoustic set featuring songs from their fourth album, "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix." Recorded on 4/23/09 - 4 Songs: Liztomania, 1901, Playground Love, Armistice French indie-pop outfit Phoenix joins John Richards at the Cutting Room Studios NYC for a short and sweet acoustic set featuring songs from their fourth album, "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix." Recorded on 4/23/09 - 4 Songs: Liztomania, 1901, Playground Love, Armistice http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/bf/bf34a087-1170-4f56-8f5c-e93db68fbe97.mp3Friday, 26 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -070000:13:01kexp public radioSteve EarleVeteran country rocker Steve Earle plays tribute to one of America’s late-great songwriters Townes Van Zandt with his covers record “Townes.” He stops by KEXP for a candid interview about Mr. Van Zandt and an acoustic live set featuring three songs from the record and “Copperhead Road” one of his own early classics. Recorded on 5/16/2009 - 4 songs: Pancho And Lefty, Brand New Companion, Lungs, Copperhead RoadVeteran country rocker Steve Earle plays tribute to one of America’s late-great songwriters Townes Van Zandt with his covers record “Townes.” He stops by KEXP for a candid interview about Mr. Van Zandt and an acoustic live set featuring three songs from the record and “Copperhead Road” one of his own early classics. Recorded on 5/16/2009 - 4 songs: Pancho And Lefty, Brand New Companion, Lungs, Copperhead RoadVeteran country rocker Steve Earle plays tribute to one of America’s late-great songwriters Townes Van Zandt with his covers record “Townes.” He stops by KEXP for a candid interview about Mr. Van Zandt and an acoustic live set featuring three songs from the record and “Copperhead Road” one of his own early classics. Recorded on 5/16/2009 - 4 songs: Pancho And Lefty, Brand New Companion, Lungs, Copperhead Roadhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/52/520a4e00-1471-4f5a-b75e-904ba86c0789.mp3Friday, 19 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -070000:33:08kexp public radioJason Isbell and The 400 UnitAlabama native Jason Isbell (Drive-By Truckers) and his current band The 400 Unit play a heartfelt set of alt-county roots rock songs from their eponymous 2009 release. Recorded on 4/6/09 - 4 songs: The Last Song I Will Write, Seven-Mile Island, Soldiers Get Strange, StreetlightsAlabama native Jason Isbell (Drive-By Truckers) and his current band The 400 Unit play a heartfelt set of alt-county roots rock songs from their eponymous 2009 release. Recorded on 4/6/09 - 4 songs: The Last Song I Will Write, Seven-Mile Island, Soldiers Get Strange, StreetlightsAlabama native Jason Isbell (Drive-By Truckers) and his current band The 400 Unit play a heartfelt set of alt-county roots rock songs from their eponymous 2009 release. Recorded on 4/6/09 - 4 songs: The Last Song I Will Write, Seven-Mile Island, Soldiers Get Strange, Streetlightshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/09/09d4ccb5-fa9f-44fe-bf04-dfacfd67906e.mp3Friday, 12 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -070000:28:15kexp public radioHey MarseillesThis local seven-piece plays smart and swinging folk-pop that hints at places afar. Accordions, strings, horns, and chants all urge you to dance and sing along. Hey Marseilles recorded live on KEXP on 4/29/2009 - 4 songs: Rio, From A Terrace, Cigarettes, To Travels and Trunks This local seven-piece plays smart and swinging folk-pop that hints at places afar. Accordions, strings, horns, and chants all urge you to dance and sing along. Hey Marseilles recorded live on KEXP on 4/29/2009 - 4 songs: Rio, From A Terrace, Cigarettes, To Travels and Trunks This local seven-piece plays smart and swinging folk-pop that hints at places afar. Accordions, strings, horns, and chants all urge you to dance and sing along. Hey Marseilles recorded live on KEXP on 4/29/2009 - 4 songs: Rio, From A Terrace, Cigarettes, To Travels and Trunks http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/a7/a7625e37-3f8f-40c7-b91f-f688a95227a6.mp3Friday, 5 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -070000:19:46kexp public radioBuraka Som SistemaThis team of producers from Lisbon seems to be the world ambassador of kuduro, the Angolan dance music that’s blowing up the clubs in both Angola and Portugal. And rightly so, as Buraka Som Sistema’s debut LP “Black Diamond” is an incredible mix of kuduro with other styles of dance music and global flavors. Check this hot KEXP live set. Recorded Live at KEXP on 4-26-2009. 4 Songs: Sound Of Kuduro/Luanda-Lisboa, Aqui Para Vocês, IC19, TirozaThis team of producers from Lisbon seems to be the world ambassador of kuduro, the Angolan dance music that’s blowing up the clubs in both Angola and Portugal. And rightly so, as Buraka Som Sistema’s debut LP “Black Diamond” is an incredible mix of kuduro with other styles of dance music and global flavors. Check this hot KEXP live set. Recorded Live at KEXP on 4-26-2009. 4 Songs: Sound Of Kuduro/Luanda-Lisboa, Aqui Para Vocês, IC19, TirozaThis team of producers from Lisbon seems to be the world ambassador of kuduro, the Angolan dance music that’s blowing up the clubs in both Angola and Portugal. And rightly so, as Buraka Som Sistema’s debut LP “Black Diamond” is an incredible mix of kuduro with other styles of dance music and global flavors. Check this hot KEXP live set. Recorded Live at KEXP on 4-26-2009. 4 Songs: Sound Of Kuduro/Luanda-Lisboa, Aqui Para Vocês, IC19, Tirozahttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/18/18416e33-7e26-4a0a-bcef-52d26fd49867.mp3Friday, 29 May 2009 12:00:00 -070000:27:22kexp public radioThe Thermals 2009With the album "Now We Can See," The Thermals lyrically tone-down the overt politics and turn up the power-pop, exposing their great songwriting and allowing for more sing-a-long-abilty. The Portland group plays tracks from the record live on KEXP. Recorded 4/12/2009 - 4 Songs: I Called Out Your Name, We Were Sick, I Can't Let Go, Now We Can SeeWith the album "Now We Can See," The Thermals lyrically tone-down the overt politics and turn up the power-pop, exposing their great songwriting and allowing for more sing-a-long-abilty. The Portland group plays tracks from the record live on KEXP. Recorded 4/12/2009 - 4 Songs: I Called Out Your Name, We Were Sick, I Can't Let Go, Now We Can SeeWith the album "Now We Can See," The Thermals lyrically tone-down the overt politics and turn up the power-pop, exposing their great songwriting and allowing for more sing-a-long-abilty. The Portland group plays tracks from the record live on KEXP. Recorded 4/12/2009 - 4 Songs: I Called Out Your Name, We Were Sick, I Can't Let Go, Now We Can Seehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/1e/1e322def-668d-4678-8320-326595bb0546.mp3Friday, 22 May 2009 12:00:00 -070000:19:47kexp public radioTelekinesisTelekinesis is local singer/multi-instrumentalist Michael Lerner and while he probably can’t move things with his mind, his urgent, heartfelt indie-pop sure does. He's joined by a full band for this KEXP live set. Recorded on 4/13/09 - 4 songs: Great Lakes, One Step Forward, Calling All Doctors, TokyoTelekinesis is local singer/multi-instrumentalist Michael Lerner and while he probably can’t move things with his mind, his urgent, heartfelt indie-pop sure does. He's joined by a full band for this KEXP live set. Recorded on 4/13/09 - 4 songs: Great Lakes, One Step Forward, Calling All Doctors, TokyoTelekinesis is local singer/multi-instrumentalist Michael Lerner and while he probably can’t move things with his mind, his urgent, heartfelt indie-pop sure does. He's joined by a full band for this KEXP live set. Recorded on 4/13/09 - 4 songs: Great Lakes, One Step Forward, Calling All Doctors, Tokyohttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/17/17fb9fd9-e9b7-42bc-a2cc-7c221bd2dfcd.mp3Friday, 15 May 2009 12:00:00 -070000:16:09kexp public radioJustin Townes EarleJustin Townes Earle's got more than a songwriter's name (Steve Earle's son, named after Townes Van Zandt), he's got the songs too. Whether he’s covering folk or country classics or doing originals this Nashville musician's sure enough a rising Americana star. Recorded on 4/06/2009 - 4 Songs: They Killed John Henry, I Don't Care, Mama's Eyes, Lonesome SongJustin Townes Earle's got more than a songwriter's name (Steve Earle's son, named after Townes Van Zandt), he's got the songs too. Whether he’s covering folk or country classics or doing originals this Nashville musician's sure enough a rising Americana star. Recorded on 4/06/2009 - 4 Songs: They Killed John Henry, I Don't Care, Mama's Eyes, Lonesome SongJustin Townes Earle's got more than a songwriter's name (Steve Earle's son, named after Townes Van Zandt), he's got the songs too. Whether he’s covering folk or country classics or doing originals this Nashville musician's sure enough a rising Americana star. Recorded on 4/06/2009 - 4 Songs: They Killed John Henry, I Don't Care, Mama's Eyes, Lonesome Songhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/4e/4e648b9a-a0a5-45b3-aea9-5d648edb8200.mp3Friday, 8 May 2009 12:00:00 -070000:14:02kexp public radio...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of DeadAmps abuzz, ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead (trudging over decades from Hawaii via Olympia to Austin and now with branches reaching into New York) roar through the KEXP studio with a blisteringly melodic set of titantic epic-rockers from their 2009 album "The Century of Self." Recorded on 3/12/09 4 songs: The Giants Causeways, The Far Pavilions, Luna Park, Bells of CreationAmps abuzz, ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead (trudging over decades from Hawaii via Olympia to Austin and now with branches reaching into New York) roar through the KEXP studio with a blisteringly melodic set of titantic epic-rockers from their 2009 album "The Century of Self." Recorded on 3/12/09 4 songs: The Giants Causeways, The Far Pavilions, Luna Park, Bells of CreationAmps abuzz, ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead (trudging over decades from Hawaii via Olympia to Austin and now with branches reaching into New York) roar through the KEXP studio with a blisteringly melodic set of titantic epic-rockers from their 2009 album "The Century of Self." Recorded on 3/12/09 4 songs: The Giants Causeways, The Far Pavilions, Luna Park, Bells of Creationhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/e6/e6a47210-c1e7-4166-bb25-cf07d228f4c5.mp3Friday, 1 May 2009 12:00:00 -070000:25:52kexp public radioM. Ward (Live in Austin)M. Ward’s sepia-toned indie-folk shines like the knobs on a vintage radio with his rugged, dreamy voice and deft guitar picking. The Portland-based singer-songwriter joins KEXP for a live performance at 2009’s SXSW Music Festival. Recorded in Austin, TX, on 3-20-09. 6 songs: Fuel For Fire, One Hundred Million Years, Shangri-La, Poison Cup, Chinese Translation, Never Had Nobody Like YouM. Ward’s sepia-toned indie-folk shines like the knobs on a vintage radio with his rugged, dreamy voice and deft guitar picking. The Portland-based singer-songwriter joins KEXP for a live performance at 2009’s SXSW Music Festival. Recorded in Austin, TX, on 3-20-09. 6 songs: Fuel For Fire, One Hundred Million Years, Shangri-La, Poison Cup, Chinese Translation, Never Had Nobody Like YouM. Ward’s sepia-toned indie-folk shines like the knobs on a vintage radio with his rugged, dreamy voice and deft guitar picking. The Portland-based singer-songwriter joins KEXP for a live performance at 2009’s SXSW Music Festival. Recorded in Austin, TX, on 3-20-09. 6 songs: Fuel For Fire, One Hundred Million Years, Shangri-La, Poison Cup, Chinese Translation, Never Had Nobody Like Youhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/8c/8c425c5e-ea43-41d2-90b6-a3c4bca9e0f7.mp3Friday, 24 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -070000:24:24kexp public radioZion ICheck out Oakland hip-hop duo Zion I (joined here by singer Courtney Holiday) doing a hot live set on KEXP. Zumbi’s a smooth, talented MC who touches on a variety of topics and DJ/producer AmpLive uses an array of different brushes for his top-shelf beats. Recorded on 4-14-09. - 4 songs: Juicy Juice, Bird's Eye View, Antenna, Don't Lose Ya HeadCheck out Oakland hip-hop duo Zion I (joined here by singer Courtney Holiday) doing a hot live set on KEXP. Zumbi’s a smooth, talented MC who touches on a variety of topics and DJ/producer AmpLive uses an array of different brushes for his top-shelf beats. Recorded on 4-14-09. - 4 songs: Juicy Juice, Bird's Eye View, Antenna, Don't Lose Ya HeadCheck out Oakland hip-hop duo Zion I (joined here by singer Courtney Holiday) doing a hot live set on KEXP. Zumbi’s a smooth, talented MC who touches on a variety of topics and DJ/producer AmpLive uses an array of different brushes for his top-shelf beats. Recorded on 4-14-09. - 4 songs: Juicy Juice, Bird's Eye View, Antenna, Don't Lose Ya Headhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/d1/d1952c34-7ed4-4886-b394-c0856f19a095.mp3Friday, 17 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -070000:15:25kexp public radioLoney DearSwedish singer-songwriter/multi instrumentalist Emil Svanängen and his band, collectively know as Loney Dear, return to KEXP with a dynamic and sweeping set of mature synth-pop featuring songs from their 2009 release "Dear John." Recorded on 2/23/09 - 4 songs: I Was Only Going Out, Everything Turns To You, Airport Surroundings, ViolentSwedish singer-songwriter/multi instrumentalist Emil Svanängen and his band, collectively know as Loney Dear, return to KEXP with a dynamic and sweeping set of mature synth-pop featuring songs from their 2009 release "Dear John." Recorded on 2/23/09 - 4 songs: I Was Only Going Out, Everything Turns To You, Airport Surroundings, ViolentSwedish singer-songwriter/multi instrumentalist Emil Svanängen and his band, collectively know as Loney Dear, return to KEXP with a dynamic and sweeping set of mature synth-pop featuring songs from their 2009 release "Dear John." Recorded on 2/23/09 - 4 songs: I Was Only Going Out, Everything Turns To You, Airport Surroundings, Violenthttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/bd/bdf5e08c-d17b-436d-b56f-057ad8c345b7.mp3Friday, 10 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -070000:21:26kexp public radioLyrics Born (Live in San Francisco)The funky Bay Area microphone acrobat Lyrics Born joins KEXP on his home turf during our live broadcast from Berkeley, California. He's joined by singer (and his wife) Joyo Velarde, and DJ D-Sharp for some tight renditions of tracks from "Everywhere At Once." Recorded live on 1/29/09 - 4 songs: Don't Change, Hott 2 Deff, I'm A Phreak, I Like It, I Love ItThe funky Bay Area microphone acrobat Lyrics Born joins KEXP on his home turf during our live broadcast from Berkeley, California. He's joined by singer (and his wife) Joyo Velarde, and DJ D-Sharp for some tight renditions of tracks from "Everywhere At Once." Recorded live on 1/29/09 - 4 songs: Don't Change, Hott 2 Deff, I'm A Phreak, I Like It, I Love ItThe funky Bay Area microphone acrobat Lyrics Born joins KEXP on his home turf during our live broadcast from Berkeley, California. He's joined by singer (and his wife) Joyo Velarde, and DJ D-Sharp for some tight renditions of tracks from "Everywhere At Once." Recorded live on 1/29/09 - 4 songs: Don't Change, Hott 2 Deff, I'm A Phreak, I Like It, I Love Ithttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/40/405065d3-d98b-47c6-867b-88e4eb819b56.mp3Friday, 3 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -070000:19:23kexp public radioThe Pains Of Being Pure At HeartNew York band The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart performs a set of darkly melodic pop live on KEXP in NYC. Recorded on 2/9/09 - 4 songs: Doing All The Things That Wouldn't Make Your Parents Proud, Come Saturday, Kurt Cobain's Cardigan, The Tenure ItchNew York band The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart performs a set of darkly melodic pop live on KEXP in NYC. Recorded on 2/9/09 - 4 songs: Doing All The Things That Wouldn't Make Your Parents Proud, Come Saturday, Kurt Cobain's Cardigan, The Tenure ItchNew York band The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart performs a set of darkly melodic pop live on KEXP in NYC. Recorded on 2/9/09 - 4 songs: Doing All The Things That Wouldn't Make Your Parents Proud, Come Saturday, Kurt Cobain's Cardigan, The Tenure Itchhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/5e/5e486418-dc21-45fd-917b-8a2a860d615d.mp3Friday, 27 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -070000:22:12kexp public radioPeter Bjorn and John (Live in Austin)KEXP favorites Peter Bjorn and John play an exclusive live set for KEXP at SXSW Music Festival 2009 from ME Television Studio in Austin, TX. Recorded on 3/20/09 - 6 songs: Blue Period Picasso, It Don't Move Me, Just the Past, Nothing to Worry About, Living Thing, Losing My MindKEXP favorites Peter Bjorn and John play an exclusive live set for KEXP at SXSW Music Festival 2009 from ME Television Studio in Austin, TX. Recorded on 3/20/09 - 6 songs: Blue Period Picasso, It Don't Move Me, Just the Past, Nothing to Worry About, Living Thing, Losing My MindKEXP favorites Peter Bjorn and John play an exclusive live set for KEXP at SXSW Music Festival 2009 from ME Television Studio in Austin, TX. Recorded on 3/20/09 - 6 songs: Blue Period Picasso, It Don't Move Me, Just the Past, Nothing to Worry About, Living Thing, Losing My Mindhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/5b/5b55e3d4-6471-44b4-8531-2d310d962494.mp3Saturday, 21 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -070000:32:23kexp public radioGomez (Live in Austin)UK band Gomez plays an exclusive live set for KEXP at SXSW Music Festival from ME Television Studio in Austin 2009. Recorded on 3/19/09 - 3 songs: Mix, Airstream Driver, Hamoa Beach,UK band Gomez plays an exclusive live set for KEXP at SXSW Music Festival from ME Television Studio in Austin 2009. Recorded on 3/19/09 - 3 songs: Mix, Airstream Driver, Hamoa Beach,UK band Gomez plays an exclusive live set for KEXP at SXSW Music Festival from ME Television Studio in Austin 2009. Recorded on 3/19/09 - 3 songs: Mix, Airstream Driver, Hamoa Beach,http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/18/18b6bec5-a297-4a1f-8a55-b563123cb9cc.mp3Friday, 20 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -070000:17:29kexp public radioThe Features (Live in Austin)Tennessee band The Features play an exclusive live set for KEXP during the SXSW Music Festival from ME Television Studio in Austin, TX. Recorded on 3/18/09 - 5 songs: The Drawing Board, Whatever Gets You By, Lions, Gates of Hell, MosisTosisTennessee band The Features play an exclusive live set for KEXP during the SXSW Music Festival from ME Television Studio in Austin, TX. Recorded on 3/18/09 - 5 songs: The Drawing Board, Whatever Gets You By, Lions, Gates of Hell, MosisTosisTennessee band The Features play an exclusive live set for KEXP during the SXSW Music Festival from ME Television Studio in Austin, TX. Recorded on 3/18/09 - 5 songs: The Drawing Board, Whatever Gets You By, Lions, Gates of Hell, MosisTosishttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/c6/c605a485-b4cc-43cd-a3d4-570fefafc1be.mp3Thursday, 19 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -070000:17:22kexp public radioWilliam Elliott WhitmoreSon of the soil of Iowa, William Elliott Whitmore sings timeless acoustic blues songs of death, desperation, and redemption with an authoritative and earthy voice. Recorded on 2/15/2009 - 4 songs: Hell or High Water, Old Devils, Hard Times, A Good Day to Die, Lifetime UndergroundSon of the soil of Iowa, William Elliott Whitmore sings timeless acoustic blues songs of death, desperation, and redemption with an authoritative and earthy voice. Recorded on 2/15/2009 - 4 songs: Hell or High Water, Old Devils, Hard Times, A Good Day to Die, Lifetime UndergroundSon of the soil of Iowa, William Elliott Whitmore sings timeless acoustic blues songs of death, desperation, and redemption with an authoritative and earthy voice. Recorded on 2/15/2009 - 4 songs: Hell or High Water, Old Devils, Hard Times, A Good Day to Die, Lifetime Undergroundhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/a8/a8b5525c-8aa2-42bf-a6fd-e8fb523992d4.mp3Friday, 13 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -070000:28:28kexp public radioCuruminThis Sao Paolo multi-instrumentalist/producer blends Samba and other Brazilian flavors with a creative mix of reggae, funk, rock and hip-hop. He warms up the KEXP studios with this exclusive live set. Listen up and mellow out. Recorded on 1/24/09 - 4 songs: Mal Estar Card, Compacto, Misterio Stereo, Samba Japa This Sao Paolo multi-instrumentalist/producer blends Samba and other Brazilian flavors with a creative mix of reggae, funk, rock and hip-hop. He warms up the KEXP studios with this exclusive live set. Listen up and mellow out. Recorded on 1/24/09 - 4 songs: Mal Estar Card, Compacto, Misterio Stereo, Samba Japa This Sao Paolo multi-instrumentalist/producer blends Samba and other Brazilian flavors with a creative mix of reggae, funk, rock and hip-hop. He warms up the KEXP studios with this exclusive live set. Listen up and mellow out. Recorded on 1/24/09 - 4 songs: Mal Estar Card, Compacto, Misterio Stereo, Samba Japa http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/d0/d02d214c-2bed-4aa3-a08b-3d9d69dea539.mp3Friday, 6 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -070000:36:00kexp public radioThe Album Leaf (Live in San Francisco) The Album Leaf unfurl their ambient post-rock instrumentals with stately precision in this reflective set recorded live on KEXP in Berkeley, California. Recorded on 1/28/09 - 4 songs: Wet the Day, The MP, Wishful Thinking, StoryboardThe Album Leaf unfurl their ambient post-rock instrumentals with stately precision in this reflective set recorded live on KEXP in Berkeley, California. Recorded on 1/28/09 - 4 songs: Wet the Day, The MP, Wishful Thinking, StoryboardThe Album Leaf unfurl their ambient post-rock instrumentals with stately precision in this reflective set recorded live on KEXP in Berkeley, California. Recorded on 1/28/09 - 4 songs: Wet the Day, The MP, Wishful Thinking, Storyboardhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/8c/8c673e2b-e1a7-427b-94b7-c722f1bd5999.mp3Friday, 27 Feb 2009 12:00:00 -070000:25:08kexp public radioAndrew BirdChicago singer-songwriter-violinist Andrew Bird offers up a set of atmospheric pop replete with his trademark soft vocals and rich string textures. Recorded live at WNYE's studios in Brooklyn on 1/22/09 - 4 Songs: Oh No, Fitz and the Dizzyspells, Anonanimal, Natural DisasterChicago singer-songwriter-violinist Andrew Bird offers up a set of atmospheric pop replete with his trademark soft vocals and rich string textures. Recorded live at WNYE's studios in Brooklyn on 1/22/09 - 4 Songs: Oh No, Fitz and the Dizzyspells, Anonanimal, Natural DisasterChicago singer-songwriter-violinist Andrew Bird offers up a set of atmospheric pop replete with his trademark soft vocals and rich string textures. Recorded live at WNYE's studios in Brooklyn on 1/22/09 - 4 Songs: Oh No, Fitz and the Dizzyspells, Anonanimal, Natural Disasterhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/77/77edcc2f-4535-4b5b-9209-878d6d1f0a19.mp3Friday, 20 Feb 2009 12:00:00 -070000:29:23kexp public radioJuana Molina 2009The entrancing voice and looping acoustic guitar of Argentinian chanteuse Juana Molina are augmented by Martin Iannaccone on bass and Gregor Hilde on percussion in this multilayered folktronic meditation. Recorded on 2/10/09 - 4 songs: Un Dia, Vive Solo, Lo Dejamos, Los Hongos de MarosaThe entrancing voice and looping acoustic guitar of Argentinian chanteuse Juana Molina are augmented by Martin Iannaccone on bass and Gregor Hilde on percussion in this multilayered folktronic meditation. Recorded on 2/10/09 - 4 songs: Un Dia, Vive Solo, Lo Dejamos, Los Hongos de MarosaThe entrancing voice and looping acoustic guitar of Argentinian chanteuse Juana Molina are augmented by Martin Iannaccone on bass and Gregor Hilde on percussion in this multilayered folktronic meditation. Recorded on 2/10/09 - 4 songs: Un Dia, Vive Solo, Lo Dejamos, Los Hongos de Marosahttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/f8/f8fdaa95-fba5-4211-afdb-c763f2b83b69.mp3Friday, 13 Feb 2009 12:00:00 -070000:37:59kexp public radioStarfuckerStarfucker rolls through your mind like a dream with their fuzzy analog synth-pop that incorporates some subtle electronics, found sounds, double drum kits, and distant, breathy vocals. The Portland trio brings their off-kilter treats in for a live KEXP performance. Recorded live on 12/19/08 - 7 songs: Gyrating Hips, Boy Toy, Queen Latifah, Lazer Fight, Isabella Of Castile, German Love, Rawnald Gregory Erickson The SecondStarfucker rolls through your mind like a dream with their fuzzy analog synth-pop that incorporates some subtle electronics, found sounds, double drum kits, and distant, breathy vocals. The Portland trio brings their off-kilter treats in for a live KEXP performance. Recorded live on 12/19/08 - 7 songs: Gyrating Hips, Boy Toy, Queen Latifah, Lazer Fight, Isabella Of Castile, German Love, Rawnald Gregory Erickson The SecondStarfucker rolls through your mind like a dream with their fuzzy analog synth-pop that incorporates some subtle electronics, found sounds, double drum kits, and distant, breathy vocals. The Portland trio brings their off-kilter treats in for a live KEXP performance. Recorded live on 12/19/08 - 7 songs: Gyrating Hips, Boy Toy, Queen Latifah, Lazer Fight, Isabella Of Castile, German Love, Rawnald Gregory Erickson The Secondhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/6a/6ac05af1-a45d-49dd-b1f7-7b1e9596627d.mp3Friday, 6 Feb 2009 12:00:00 -070000:25:39kexp public radioChuck Prophet (Live in San Francisco)Songwriter Chuck Prophet performs live from the Bay Area on KEXP. Recorded on 1/30/09 - Five songs: Freckle Song, Would You Love Me?, A Woman's Voice, Let's Do Something Wrong, Doubter Out Of Jesus (All Over You)Songwriter Chuck Prophet performs live from the Bay Area on KEXP. Recorded on 1/30/09 - Five songs: Freckle Song, Would You Love Me?, A Woman's Voice, Let's Do Something Wrong, Doubter Out Of Jesus (All Over You)Songwriter Chuck Prophet performs live from the Bay Area on KEXP. Recorded on 1/30/09 - Five songs: Freckle Song, Would You Love Me?, A Woman's Voice, Let's Do Something Wrong, Doubter Out Of Jesus (All Over You)http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/96/96971b31-f391-4336-bafa-6713cc459df0.mp3Saturday, 31 Jan 2009 12:00:00 -070000:34:16kexp public radioCitay (Live in San Francisco)San Francisco band Citay performs an exclusive set of epic rock for KEXP's broadcast from the Bay Area. Recorded on 1/29/09 - four songs: First Fantasy, Eye On The Dollar, Little Kingdom, Former ChildSan Francisco band Citay performs an exclusive set of epic rock for KEXP's broadcast from the Bay Area. Recorded on 1/29/09 - four songs: First Fantasy, Eye On The Dollar, Little Kingdom, Former ChildSan Francisco band Citay performs an exclusive set of epic rock for KEXP's broadcast from the Bay Area. Recorded on 1/29/09 - four songs: First Fantasy, Eye On The Dollar, Little Kingdom, Former Childhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/26/26d5f23d-d814-4b1d-a67d-accd82722164.mp3Friday, 30 Jan 2009 12:00:00 -070000:35:20kexp public radioThe High Decibels (Live in San Francisco)Join Bay Area high-energy hip-hoppers The High Decibels featuring MCs Duke Johnson and Chief and a live band in this exclusive performance for KEXP's broadcast from the Bay Area. Recorded on 1/28/09 - four songs: Who Knew Duke, Crash with No Cushion, Home Run Hitters, That Dude.Join Bay Area high-energy hip-hoppers The High Decibels featuring MCs Duke Johnson and Chief and a live band in this exclusive performance for KEXP's broadcast from the Bay Area. Recorded on 1/28/09 - four songs: Who Knew Duke, Crash with No Cushion, Home Run Hitters, That Dude.Join Bay Area high-energy hip-hoppers The High Decibels featuring MCs Duke Johnson and Chief and a live band in this exclusive performance for KEXP's broadcast from the Bay Area. Recorded on 1/28/09 - four songs: Who Knew Duke, Crash with No Cushion, Home Run Hitters, That Dude.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/ee/ee854f93-9af2-420f-b8cd-ce69ec943a98.mp3Thursday, 29 Jan 2009 12:00:00 -070000:20:52kexp public radioTuatara / The Minus 5Kevin Cole is joined by Northwest music heavyweights Scott McCaughey, Peter Buck, Barrett Martin, and Dave Carter for an exclusive KEXP live performance. Recorded on 12/10/08 - 4 songs: The Old Carving Knife, Missionary Death Song, Rage On Regardless, Ambulance Dance HallKevin Cole is joined by Northwest music heavyweights Scott McCaughey, Peter Buck, Barrett Martin, and Dave Carter for an exclusive KEXP live performance. Recorded on 12/10/08 - 4 songs: The Old Carving Knife, Missionary Death Song, Rage On Regardless, Ambulance Dance HallKevin Cole is joined by Northwest music heavyweights Scott McCaughey, Peter Buck, Barrett Martin, and Dave Carter for an exclusive KEXP live performance. Recorded on 12/10/08 - 4 songs: The Old Carving Knife, Missionary Death Song, Rage On Regardless, Ambulance Dance Hallhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/d4/d427d636-0630-4a7e-a7ea-b75b3ed93df4.mp3Friday, 23 Jan 2009 12:00:00 -070000:27:03kexp public radioOf MontrealKevin Barnes (or "Georgie Fruit" in this case) and the cast of Of Montreal treats the KEXP airwaves to acoustic versions of the tracks from their funky glam-pop opus "Skeletal Lamping." Recorded on 11/19/08 - 5 songs: Beware Our Nubile Miscreants, "Triphallus, To Punctuate!", Touched Something's Hollow, An Eluardian Instance, For Our Elegant CasteKevin Barnes (or "Georgie Fruit" in this case) and the cast of Of Montreal treats the KEXP airwaves to acoustic versions of the tracks from their funky glam-pop opus "Skeletal Lamping." Recorded on 11/19/08 - 5 songs: Beware Our Nubile Miscreants, "Triphallus, To Punctuate!", Touched Something's Hollow, An Eluardian Instance, For Our Elegant CasteKevin Barnes (or "Georgie Fruit" in this case) and the cast of Of Montreal treats the KEXP airwaves to acoustic versions of the tracks from their funky glam-pop opus "Skeletal Lamping." Recorded on 11/19/08 - 5 songs: Beware Our Nubile Miscreants, "Triphallus, To Punctuate!", Touched Something's Hollow, An Eluardian Instance, For Our Elegant Castehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/0b/0b7edfa0-8bd2-4174-a0c3-2bdb4ae01f52.mp3Friday, 16 Jan 2009 12:00:00 -070000:29:44kexp public radioDeVotchKaPop the wine bottle cork and enjoy another great live radio performance from KEXP favorites DeVotchKa. Includes the Frank Sinatra track “Somethin’ Stupid.” Salud! Recorded on 12/29/08 - 4 songs: Basso Profundo, Somethin' Stupid, How It Ends, Enemy GunsPop the wine bottle cork and enjoy another great live radio performance from KEXP favorites DeVotchKa. Includes the Frank Sinatra track “Somethin’ Stupid.” Salud! Recorded on 12/29/08 - 4 songs: Basso Profundo, Somethin' Stupid, How It Ends, Enemy GunsPop the wine bottle cork and enjoy another great live radio performance from KEXP favorites DeVotchKa. Includes the Frank Sinatra track “Somethin’ Stupid.” Salud! Recorded on 12/29/08 - 4 songs: Basso Profundo, Somethin' Stupid, How It Ends, Enemy Gunshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/06/06bec224-5507-4e47-8c49-3f88aa36ab56.mp3Friday, 9 Jan 2009 12:00:00 -070000:25:16kexp public radioThe RosebudsThe Raleigh, NC, husband and wife duo return to the less dance-oriented sound of their earlier work with their 2008 release “Life Like.” The Rosebuds bring their slightly chilly pop tracks to KEXP for a live set and even enlist some of our staff for a rousing rendition of “Nice Fox.” Recorded 11/20/2008 - 4 songs: Life Like, Cape Fear, Border Guards, Nice FoxThe Raleigh, NC, husband and wife duo return to the less dance-oriented sound of their earlier work with their 2008 release “Life Like.” The Rosebuds bring their slightly chilly pop tracks to KEXP for a live set and even enlist some of our staff for a rousing rendition of “Nice Fox.” Recorded 11/20/2008 - 4 songs: Life Like, Cape Fear, Border Guards, Nice FoxThe Raleigh, NC, husband and wife duo return to the less dance-oriented sound of their earlier work with their 2008 release “Life Like.” The Rosebuds bring their slightly chilly pop tracks to KEXP for a live set and even enlist some of our staff for a rousing rendition of “Nice Fox.” Recorded 11/20/2008 - 4 songs: Life Like, Cape Fear, Border Guards, Nice Foxhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/76/763c7574-c3d0-4162-b52a-6971b7b0158c.mp3Friday, 2 Jan 2009 12:00:00 -070000:21:53kexp public radioCrystal StiltsBrooklynites Crystal Stilts wash the KEXP airwaves with their moody and quite reverb-friendly garage-pop during this exclusive live performance. Recorded 11/9/2008 - 5 songs: Crippled Croon, Sycamore Tree, Departure, The City In The Sea, Love Is A WaveBrooklynites Crystal Stilts wash the KEXP airwaves with their moody and quite reverb-friendly garage-pop during this exclusive live performance. Recorded 11/9/2008 - 5 songs: Crippled Croon, Sycamore Tree, Departure, The City In The Sea, Love Is A WaveBrooklynites Crystal Stilts wash the KEXP airwaves with their moody and quite reverb-friendly garage-pop during this exclusive live performance. Recorded 11/9/2008 - 5 songs: Crippled Croon, Sycamore Tree, Departure, The City In The Sea, Love Is A Wavehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/dd/dd8132dc-a557-496c-a578-72c982d3f199.mp3Friday, 26 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -070000:23:41kexp public radioThe Mighty UnderdogsDon’t let the name fool you, The Mighty Underdogs are hip-hop heavyweights: Gift Of Gab and Lateef The Truth Speaker on rhymes, and Headnodic on beats. The debut “Droppin’ Science Fiction” is a diverse, confident, and fun take on grown folks hip-hop. Gab and Lateef stop by KEXP with DJ Zeph for a real nice live set. Recorded on 11/17/08 - 4 songs: Monster, Gun Fight, Want You Back, UFC RemixDon’t let the name fool you, The Mighty Underdogs are hip-hop heavyweights: Gift Of Gab and Lateef The Truth Speaker on rhymes, and Headnodic on beats. The debut “Droppin’ Science Fiction” is a diverse, confident, and fun take on grown folks hip-hop. Gab and Lateef stop by KEXP with DJ Zeph for a real nice live set. Recorded on 11/17/08 - 4 songs: Monster, Gun Fight, Want You Back, UFC RemixDon’t let the name fool you, The Mighty Underdogs are hip-hop heavyweights: Gift Of Gab and Lateef The Truth Speaker on rhymes, and Headnodic on beats. The debut “Droppin’ Science Fiction” is a diverse, confident, and fun take on grown folks hip-hop. Gab and Lateef stop by KEXP with DJ Zeph for a real nice live set. Recorded on 11/17/08 - 4 songs: Monster, Gun Fight, Want You Back, UFC Remixhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/04/0418de7b-1a0c-42e6-a333-daf3c4aa742a.mp3Friday, 19 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -070000:19:21kexp public radioThe Hold Steady (acoustic)The Hold Steady return to KEXP with an exclusive live acoustic set of their signature gritty storytelling songs. Recorded on 11/21/08 - 3 songs: Magazines, Ask Her For Adderall, Both CrossesThe Hold Steady return to KEXP with an exclusive live acoustic set of their signature gritty storytelling songs. Recorded on 11/21/08 - 3 songs: Magazines, Ask Her For Adderall, Both CrossesThe Hold Steady return to KEXP with an exclusive live acoustic set of their signature gritty storytelling songs. Recorded on 11/21/08 - 3 songs: Magazines, Ask Her For Adderall, Both Crosseshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/04/0463a83f-cdb6-448a-a11e-802ef53f5e7d.mp3Friday, 12 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -070000:21:53kexp public radioSchool of Seven BellsStripped down to acoustic guitars and keyboard, Ben Curtis' (ex-Secret Machines) School of Seven Bells perform a luminous set of songs featuring the preternaturally euphonious vocal harmonies of twin sisters Claudia and Alejandra Deheza. Recorded on 11/25/08 - 4 songs: Wired for Light, Caldo, White Elephant Coat, My CabalStripped down to acoustic guitars and keyboard, Ben Curtis' (ex-Secret Machines) School of Seven Bells perform a luminous set of songs featuring the preternaturally euphonious vocal harmonies of twin sisters Claudia and Alejandra Deheza. Recorded on 11/25/08 - 4 songs: Wired for Light, Caldo, White Elephant Coat, My CabalStripped down to acoustic guitars and keyboard, Ben Curtis' (ex-Secret Machines) School of Seven Bells perform a luminous set of songs featuring the preternaturally euphonious vocal harmonies of twin sisters Claudia and Alejandra Deheza. Recorded on 11/25/08 - 4 songs: Wired for Light, Caldo, White Elephant Coat, My Cabalhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/82/82f51867-858a-49f2-9f4b-6bc51c061195.mp3Friday, 5 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -070000:26:01kexp public radioParts and LaborThe experimental Brooklyn band frosts their catchy rock melodies with expansive layers of guitar noise and manipulated found-sounds they received from fans. Tune in to this exclusive KEXP live set for tracks from “Receivers” and lessons on how to play an old cassette player. Recorded on 10/30/08 - 4 songs: Satellites, Nowheres Nigh, Mount Misery, Solemn Show WorldThe experimental Brooklyn band frosts their catchy rock melodies with expansive layers of guitar noise and manipulated found-sounds they received from fans. Tune in to this exclusive KEXP live set for tracks from “Receivers” and lessons on how to play an old cassette player. Recorded on 10/30/08 - 4 songs: Satellites, Nowheres Nigh, Mount Misery, Solemn Show WorldThe experimental Brooklyn band frosts their catchy rock melodies with expansive layers of guitar noise and manipulated found-sounds they received from fans. Tune in to this exclusive KEXP live set for tracks from “Receivers” and lessons on how to play an old cassette player. Recorded on 10/30/08 - 4 songs: Satellites, Nowheres Nigh, Mount Misery, Solemn Show Worldhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/6e/6ea4591a-c4a3-4e4f-b556-daf59b507781.mp3Friday, 28 Nov 2008 12:00:00 -070000:31:13kexp public radioDeerhoof (Live @ CMJ)San Francisco noise-pop experimentalists Deerhoof play an exclusive set for KEXP at CMJ live from Gibson Studios in New York. Recorded on 10/20/08 - 4 songs: Blue Cash, The Tears and Music of Love, Fresh Born, Basket Ball Get Your Groove BackSan Francisco noise-pop experimentalists Deerhoof play an exclusive set for KEXP at CMJ live from Gibson Studios in New York. Recorded on 10/20/08 - 4 songs: Blue Cash, The Tears and Music of Love, Fresh Born, Basket Ball Get Your Groove BackSan Francisco noise-pop experimentalists Deerhoof play an exclusive set for KEXP at CMJ live from Gibson Studios in New York. Recorded on 10/20/08 - 4 songs: Blue Cash, The Tears and Music of Love, Fresh Born, Basket Ball Get Your Groove Backhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/25/25c63775-2e4e-4fcb-98b8-c0ea814ca7c9.mp3Friday, 21 Nov 2008 12:00:00 -070000:22:11kexp public radioYelleFrench singer Yelle plays warm, dreamy acoustic pop songs, live at KEXP. Recorded 10/27/08. 2 songs - Ce Jeu, Je Veux Te Voir.French singer Yelle plays warm, dreamy acoustic pop songs, live at KEXP. Recorded 10/27/08. 2 songs - Ce Jeu, Je Veux Te Voir.French singer Yelle plays warm, dreamy acoustic pop songs, live at KEXP. Recorded 10/27/08. 2 songs - Ce Jeu, Je Veux Te Voir.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/2a/2aa886a6-eb78-4fd7-acbc-eacb420400dc.mp3Friday, 14 Nov 2008 12:00:00 -070000:15:39kexp public radioPassion PitBoston’s Michael Angelakos started Passion Pit as a private Valentine’s Day present to his girlfriend, but luckily for us he’s teamed up with friends to create a real band. They bring their electro-pop love letters with Italo-disco synths and impossibly high vocals to KEXP for a live set. Recorded on 10/28/08 - 4 songs: Better Things, I've Got Your Number, Live To Tell The Tale, SleepyheadBoston’s Michael Angelakos started Passion Pit as a private Valentine’s Day present to his girlfriend, but luckily for us he’s teamed up with friends to create a real band. They bring their electro-pop love letters with Italo-disco synths and impossibly high vocals to KEXP for a live set. Recorded on 10/28/08 - 4 songs: Better Things, I've Got Your Number, Live To Tell The Tale, SleepyheadBoston’s Michael Angelakos started Passion Pit as a private Valentine’s Day present to his girlfriend, but luckily for us he’s teamed up with friends to create a real band. They bring their electro-pop love letters with Italo-disco synths and impossibly high vocals to KEXP for a live set. Recorded on 10/28/08 - 4 songs: Better Things, I've Got Your Number, Live To Tell The Tale, Sleepyheadhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/52/522093e0-5789-4194-b56e-fbb907ec453f.mp3Friday, 7 Nov 2008 12:00:00 -070000:24:54kexp public radioUmalaliUmalali is a group of musicians from Belize, Honduras and Guatemala that blends the vocal stylings of the Garifuna women with rock, blues, funk, African, Latin and Caribbean music. The Garifuna people are descendants of African slaves who intermarried with the Carib and Arawak Indians of the Caribbean. You’ll be amazed by the unique beauty of this live KEXP performance. Recorded on 9/15/08 - 4 Songs: Abiemahani, Mérua, Fuleisei, WátinaUmalali is a group of musicians from Belize, Honduras and Guatemala that blends the vocal stylings of the Garifuna women with rock, blues, funk, African, Latin and Caribbean music. The Garifuna people are descendants of African slaves who intermarried with the Carib and Arawak Indians of the Caribbean. You’ll be amazed by the unique beauty of this live KEXP performance. Recorded on 9/15/08 - 4 Songs: Abiemahani, Mérua, Fuleisei, WátinaUmalali is a group of musicians from Belize, Honduras and Guatemala that blends the vocal stylings of the Garifuna women with rock, blues, funk, African, Latin and Caribbean music. The Garifuna people are descendants of African slaves who intermarried with the Carib and Arawak Indians of the Caribbean. You’ll be amazed by the unique beauty of this live KEXP performance. Recorded on 9/15/08 - 4 Songs: Abiemahani, Mérua, Fuleisei, Wátinahttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/11/11195205-0e6e-41cd-855a-36f2e0907873.mp3Friday, 31 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -070000:24:24kexp public radioBroken Social Scene (Live @ CMJ)Broken Social Scene perform a laid-back and off-the-cuff set live on KEXP from New York City for CMJ. Recorded live at the Gibson Showroom on 10/24/08, this set contains 4 songs from the radio set plus an impromtu song song for the studio audience and selections from your favorite children's tunes: Hit the Wall, Untitled (or Choose Your Own Adventure), Xerxes, Love is New, Audience Song, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star/ABC/Puff the Magic DragonBroken Social Scene perform a laid-back and off-the-cuff set live on KEXP from New York City for CMJ. Recorded live at the Gibson Showroom on 10/24/08, this set contains 4 songs from the radio set plus an impromtu song song for the studio audience and selections from your favorite children's tunes: Hit the Wall, Untitled (or Choose Your Own Adventure), Xerxes, Love is New, Audience Song, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star/ABC/Puff the Magic DragonBroken Social Scene perform a laid-back and off-the-cuff set live on KEXP from New York City for CMJ. Recorded live at the Gibson Showroom on 10/24/08, this set contains 4 songs from the radio set plus an impromtu song song for the studio audience and selections from your favorite children's tunes: Hit the Wall, Untitled (or Choose Your Own Adventure), Xerxes, Love is New, Audience Song, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star/ABC/Puff the Magic Dragonhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/60/609b3d23-00d5-4787-961b-c6fb987d582b.mp3Friday, 24 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -070000:47:45kexp public radioFujiya and Miyagi (Live @ CMJ)Expanding from a three-piece to a four-, Fugiya and Miyagi expand their funky electronic and rock groove in this session, performed live on KEXP from NYC for CMJ. Recorded at the Gibson Showroom on 10/23/08 - 5 Songs: Pickpocket, Sore Thumb, Knickerbocker, Goosebumps, Sick and TiredExpanding from a three-piece to a four-, Fugiya and Miyagi expand their funky electronic and rock groove in this session, performed live on KEXP from NYC for CMJ. Recorded at the Gibson Showroom on 10/23/08 - 5 Songs: Pickpocket, Sore Thumb, Knickerbocker, Goosebumps, Sick and TiredExpanding from a three-piece to a four-, Fugiya and Miyagi expand their funky electronic and rock groove in this session, performed live on KEXP from NYC for CMJ. Recorded at the Gibson Showroom on 10/23/08 - 5 Songs: Pickpocket, Sore Thumb, Knickerbocker, Goosebumps, Sick and Tiredhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/8a/8a3d1ccf-74d6-431c-8a1c-9c342287055b.mp3Thursday, 23 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -070000:23:26kexp public radioBang Bang Eche (Live @ CMJ)NZ dance-punkers Bang Bang Eche rock the Gibson Showroom for KEXP from CMJ 2008. Recorded 10/22/08 - 5 songs: Fingers In The Till, Exchange, Four To The Floor, Time Mismanagement, HangersNZ dance-punkers Bang Bang Eche rock the Gibson Showroom for KEXP from CMJ 2008. Recorded 10/22/08 - 5 songs: Fingers In The Till, Exchange, Four To The Floor, Time Mismanagement, HangersNZ dance-punkers Bang Bang Eche rock the Gibson Showroom for KEXP from CMJ 2008. Recorded 10/22/08 - 5 songs: Fingers In The Till, Exchange, Four To The Floor, Time Mismanagement, Hangershttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/c6/c6051f58-7341-4e62-874e-cfa778e48b85.mp3Wednesday, 22 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -070000:23:41kexp public radioLykke Li (Live @ CMJ)Swedish singer Lykke Li performs an affecting set of some of her most popular songs for KEXP at CMJ 2008. Recorded live at Gibson Showroom on 10/21/08 - 4 songs: Dance Dance Dance, I'm Good I'm Gone, Little Bit, TonightSwedish singer Lykke Li performs an affecting set of some of her most popular songs for KEXP at CMJ 2008. Recorded live at Gibson Showroom on 10/21/08 - 4 songs: Dance Dance Dance, I'm Good I'm Gone, Little Bit, TonightSwedish singer Lykke Li performs an affecting set of some of her most popular songs for KEXP at CMJ 2008. Recorded live at Gibson Showroom on 10/21/08 - 4 songs: Dance Dance Dance, I'm Good I'm Gone, Little Bit, Tonighthttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/1d/1de2f7ab-0d12-429a-abd3-af5c5d981adb.mp3Tuesday, 21 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -070000:21:47kexp public radioVivian Girls (Live @ CMJ)All-girl Brooklyn trio Vivian Girls throw down a sonic barrage that's equal parts rock, surf and punk during their performance from Gibson Showroom during KEXP's broadcast from CMJ. Recorded 10/20/08 - songs: I Can't Stay, Lake House, Second Date, Tell The WorldAll-girl Brooklyn trio Vivian Girls throw down a sonic barrage that's equal parts rock, surf and punk during their performance from Gibson Showroom during KEXP's broadcast from CMJ. Recorded 10/20/08 - songs: I Can't Stay, Lake House, Second Date, Tell The WorldAll-girl Brooklyn trio Vivian Girls throw down a sonic barrage that's equal parts rock, surf and punk during their performance from Gibson Showroom during KEXP's broadcast from CMJ. Recorded 10/20/08 - songs: I Can't Stay, Lake House, Second Date, Tell The Worldhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/03/039c5cee-186b-46b1-bda2-2210f0c40b3c.mp3Monday, 20 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -070000:15:18kexp public radioElliott BroodThis Ontario trio may tackle dark themes, but their roots-flavored indie rock is inspiriting and chock-full of catchy hooks. Elliott Brood visits KEXP for a rousing live radio performance. Recorded 9-22-2008 - 4 songs: Garden River, Cadillac Dust, The Valley Town, The BridgeThis Ontario trio may tackle dark themes, but their roots-flavored indie rock is inspiriting and chock-full of catchy hooks. Elliott Brood visits KEXP for a rousing live radio performance. Recorded 9-22-2008 - 4 songs: Garden River, Cadillac Dust, The Valley Town, The BridgeThis Ontario trio may tackle dark themes, but their roots-flavored indie rock is inspiriting and chock-full of catchy hooks. Elliott Brood visits KEXP for a rousing live radio performance. Recorded 9-22-2008 - 4 songs: Garden River, Cadillac Dust, The Valley Town, The Bridgehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/b3/b3e863ff-e920-4c99-a49a-3b031ade831f.mp3Friday, 17 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -070000:22:40kexp public radioBlind Pilot (Live at MFNW)This Portland indie-folk band started as a duo, now tour (on bicycle) as a four piece, and play with up to nine members when they can. During KEXP's broadcast in Portland during Musicfest NW, founding members Israel Nebeker and Ryan Dobrowski are joined by five of their friends for this performance at the Doug Fir Lounge. Recorded on 9/5/08 - 6 songs: Story I Heard, We Are the Tide, 3 Rounds, One Red Thread, 2 Towns, Go On Say ItThis Portland indie-folk band started as a duo, now tour (on bicycle) as a four piece, and play with up to nine members when they can. During KEXP's broadcast in Portland during Musicfest NW, founding members Israel Nebeker and Ryan Dobrowski are joined by five of their friends for this performance at the Doug Fir Lounge. Recorded on 9/5/08 - 6 songs: Story I Heard, We Are the Tide, 3 Rounds, One Red Thread, 2 Towns, Go On Say ItThis Portland indie-folk band started as a duo, now tour (on bicycle) as a four piece, and play with up to nine members when they can. During KEXP's broadcast in Portland during Musicfest NW, founding members Israel Nebeker and Ryan Dobrowski are joined by five of their friends for this performance at the Doug Fir Lounge. Recorded on 9/5/08 - 6 songs: Story I Heard, We Are the Tide, 3 Rounds, One Red Thread, 2 Towns, Go On Say Ithttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/ea/ea9febac-eeb9-4634-8498-ed804b62ddcd.mp3Friday, 10 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -070000:25:51kexp public radioNada Surf (Live at Bumbershoot)The New York trio continues to prove that their former major label's loss is everyone else's gain with "Lucky," yet another solid release for Barsuk. In this, their most recent performance for KEXP, live from the Bumbershoot Music Lounge, Matthew Caws and Ira Elliot are joined by Jose Galvez on bass, replacing an injured Daniel Lorca, for another set of blissful pop. Recorded on 8/30/2008 - 7 songs: Ice On The Wing, Whose Authority, Weightless, Secret, Amateur, Concrete Bed, See These BonesThe New York trio continues to prove that their former major label's loss is everyone else's gain with "Lucky," yet another solid release for Barsuk. In this, their most recent performance for KEXP, live from the Bumbershoot Music Lounge, Matthew Caws and Ira Elliot are joined by Jose Galvez on bass, replacing an injured Daniel Lorca, for another set of blissful pop. Recorded on 8/30/2008 - 7 songs: Ice On The Wing, Whose Authority, Weightless, Secret, Amateur, Concrete Bed, See These BonesThe New York trio continues to prove that their former major label's loss is everyone else's gain with "Lucky," yet another solid release for Barsuk. In this, their most recent performance for KEXP, live from the Bumbershoot Music Lounge, Matthew Caws and Ira Elliot are joined by Jose Galvez on bass, replacing an injured Daniel Lorca, for another set of blissful pop. Recorded on 8/30/2008 - 7 songs: Ice On The Wing, Whose Authority, Weightless, Secret, Amateur, Concrete Bed, See These Boneshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/35/35cfb04c-bddd-4456-8f34-4718e2d8c1c6.mp3Friday, 3 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -070000:28:37kexp public radioTwo Gallants (Live at Bumbershoot)San Francisco lo-fi indie folk-rockers Two Gallants perform a confessional and compelling set live from the Bumbershoot Music Lounge on KEXP. Recorded on 9/1/08 - 5 songs: Seems Like Home to Me, Despite What You've Been Told, New Song, Carrion Crow, Waves of GrainSan Francisco lo-fi indie folk-rockers Two Gallants perform a confessional and compelling set live from the Bumbershoot Music Lounge on KEXP. Recorded on 9/1/08 - 5 songs: Seems Like Home to Me, Despite What You've Been Told, New Song, Carrion Crow, Waves of GrainSan Francisco lo-fi indie folk-rockers Two Gallants perform a confessional and compelling set live from the Bumbershoot Music Lounge on KEXP. Recorded on 9/1/08 - 5 songs: Seems Like Home to Me, Despite What You've Been Told, New Song, Carrion Crow, Waves of Grainhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/6e/6e38c565-0e61-4520-ad8b-8b70c40f7f5b.mp3Friday, 26 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -070000:31:59kexp public radioCommon MarketNot only is this Seattle hip-hop duo getting more confident and inventive, but they keep upping the head-snapping factor with each release. Common Market is joined by the Total Experience Gospel Choir when they stop by KEXP to perform tracks from their second LP “Tobacco Road.” Recorded on 9/8/08 - 4 songs: Gol' Dust, 40 Acres, Nina Sing, Trouble IsNot only is this Seattle hip-hop duo getting more confident and inventive, but they keep upping the head-snapping factor with each release. Common Market is joined by the Total Experience Gospel Choir when they stop by KEXP to perform tracks from their second LP “Tobacco Road.” Recorded on 9/8/08 - 4 songs: Gol' Dust, 40 Acres, Nina Sing, Trouble IsNot only is this Seattle hip-hop duo getting more confident and inventive, but they keep upping the head-snapping factor with each release. Common Market is joined by the Total Experience Gospel Choir when they stop by KEXP to perform tracks from their second LP “Tobacco Road.” Recorded on 9/8/08 - 4 songs: Gol' Dust, 40 Acres, Nina Sing, Trouble Ishttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/37/37eaf9c0-d0d1-4605-88c6-469da1588186.mp3Friday, 19 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -070000:16:30kexp public radioDan Tyminski BandSure George Clooney is handsome, but you didn’t really think that was him singing in “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” did you? Sorry, ladies, that was Dan Tyminski. This bluegrass singer and multi-instrumentalist has worked with a ton of great country artists and is part of Union Station with Alison Krauss. He’s also got his own top-notch band who tour for his solo albums. Check them out in this KEXP live set featuring tracks from “Wheels.” Recorded on 7/31/08 - 4 songs: How Many Times, Knock Knock!, Heads You Win Tails I Lose, WheelsSure George Clooney is handsome, but you didn’t really think that was him singing in “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” did you? Sorry, ladies, that was Dan Tyminski. This bluegrass singer and multi-instrumentalist has worked with a ton of great country artists and is part of Union Station with Alison Krauss. He’s also got his own top-notch band who tour for his solo albums. Check them out in this KEXP live set featuring tracks from “Wheels.” Recorded on 7/31/08 - 4 songs: How Many Times, Knock Knock!, Heads You Win Tails I Lose, WheelsSure George Clooney is handsome, but you didn’t really think that was him singing in “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” did you? Sorry, ladies, that was Dan Tyminski. This bluegrass singer and multi-instrumentalist has worked with a ton of great country artists and is part of Union Station with Alison Krauss. He’s also got his own top-notch band who tour for his solo albums. Check them out in this KEXP live set featuring tracks from “Wheels.” Recorded on 7/31/08 - 4 songs: How Many Times, Knock Knock!, Heads You Win Tails I Lose, Wheelshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/dd/dd7a0a4d-3022-4ee9-94fc-a4da9e4a3709.mp3Friday, 12 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -070000:24:24kexp public radioThe Airborne Toxic EventThis Los Angeles-based quintet mix sharp and danceable modern rock with dramatic orchestrations. You're sure to fancy this KEXP live set that features tracks from the band's self-titled debut LP. Recorded on 7/23/08 - 4 songs: Gasoline, This Is Nowhere, Sometime Around Midnight, InnocenceThis Los Angeles-based quintet mix sharp and danceable modern rock with dramatic orchestrations. You're sure to fancy this KEXP live set that features tracks from the band's self-titled debut LP. Recorded on 7/23/08 - 4 songs: Gasoline, This Is Nowhere, Sometime Around Midnight, InnocenceThis Los Angeles-based quintet mix sharp and danceable modern rock with dramatic orchestrations. You're sure to fancy this KEXP live set that features tracks from the band's self-titled debut LP. Recorded on 7/23/08 - 4 songs: Gasoline, This Is Nowhere, Sometime Around Midnight, Innocencehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/f2/f25fa97b-1fbc-4b5c-ac66-5f37598f4d4f.mp3Friday, 5 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -070000:27:08kexp public radioBottomless Pit and The Kadane BrothersMatt and Bubba Kadane (formerly of Bedhead and now of The New Year) unite with Bottomless Pit (including former members of Silkworm) and each perform two of their own songs yet together create a cohesive and atmospheric full set. Recorded live 7/17/08 on KEXP at Engine Studios in Chicago. Recorded - 4 songs: Wages of Sleep, The Company I Can Get, Dogtag, WinterwindMatt and Bubba Kadane (formerly of Bedhead and now of The New Year) unite with Bottomless Pit (including former members of Silkworm) and each perform two of their own songs yet together create a cohesive and atmospheric full set. Recorded live 7/17/08 on KEXP at Engine Studios in Chicago. Recorded - 4 songs: Wages of Sleep, The Company I Can Get, Dogtag, WinterwindMatt and Bubba Kadane (formerly of Bedhead and now of The New Year) unite with Bottomless Pit (including former members of Silkworm) and each perform two of their own songs yet together create a cohesive and atmospheric full set. Recorded live 7/17/08 on KEXP at Engine Studios in Chicago. Recorded - 4 songs: Wages of Sleep, The Company I Can Get, Dogtag, Winterwindhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/5f/5f50610d-be47-49f0-b150-f4b0dd823ed1.mp3Friday, 29 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -070000:16:22kexp public radioOccidental Brothers Dance Band InternationalChicago's Occidental Brothers Dance Band International is a multi-racial, bi-continental afro-pop ensemble bringing jazz-trained and rock-schooled American musicians together with Ghanaian musicians. This spot-on cross-cultural throwdown blends Central and West African styles and is guaranteed to get your booty in motion. Recorded live on KEXP at Engine Studios in Chicago. Recorded on 7/18/08 - 4 songs: Nyenko!, Mafiwo, Odo Sanbra, Circle Circle CircleChicago's Occidental Brothers Dance Band International is a multi-racial, bi-continental afro-pop ensemble bringing jazz-trained and rock-schooled American musicians together with Ghanaian musicians. This spot-on cross-cultural throwdown blends Central and West African styles and is guaranteed to get your booty in motion. Recorded live on KEXP at Engine Studios in Chicago. Recorded on 7/18/08 - 4 songs: Nyenko!, Mafiwo, Odo Sanbra, Circle Circle CircleChicago's Occidental Brothers Dance Band International is a multi-racial, bi-continental afro-pop ensemble bringing jazz-trained and rock-schooled American musicians together with Ghanaian musicians. This spot-on cross-cultural throwdown blends Central and West African styles and is guaranteed to get your booty in motion. Recorded live on KEXP at Engine Studios in Chicago. Recorded on 7/18/08 - 4 songs: Nyenko!, Mafiwo, Odo Sanbra, Circle Circle Circlehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/17/17ee5df2-cc17-4fbb-bf3b-2d4dcc47225c.mp3Friday, 22 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -070000:24:08kexp public radioBobby Bare Jr.KEXP favorite and fan Bobby Bare Jr. joins “Swingin’ Doors” host Don Slack for another great on-air performance. When’s the rest of country music radio going to catch on to the unique spirit and deft songwriting of this Nashville musician? Recorded on 7/17/08 - 4 songs: Don't Follow Me (I'm Lost), Life In Reverse, "A Storm, A Tree, My Mother's Head", Mayonnaise BrainKEXP favorite and fan Bobby Bare Jr. joins “Swingin’ Doors” host Don Slack for another great on-air performance. When’s the rest of country music radio going to catch on to the unique spirit and deft songwriting of this Nashville musician? Recorded on 7/17/08 - 4 songs: Don't Follow Me (I'm Lost), Life In Reverse, "A Storm, A Tree, My Mother's Head", Mayonnaise BrainKEXP favorite and fan Bobby Bare Jr. joins “Swingin’ Doors” host Don Slack for another great on-air performance. When’s the rest of country music radio going to catch on to the unique spirit and deft songwriting of this Nashville musician? Recorded on 7/17/08 - 4 songs: Don't Follow Me (I'm Lost), Life In Reverse, "A Storm, A Tree, My Mother's Head", Mayonnaise Brainhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/1c/1cedb112-c708-4b50-9204-6c908256dfd9.mp3Friday, 15 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -070000:27:28kexp public radioJoseph ArthurThis unique, and increasingly prolific, singer-songwriter makes his 6th live appearance at the KEXP studios bringing only guitar, harmonica and some new songs. Recorded on 7/22/08 - 5 songs: Turn Me On, Even When Yer Blue, All The Old Heroes, Invisible Hands, Dead SaviorThis unique, and increasingly prolific, singer-songwriter makes his 6th live appearance at the KEXP studios bringing only guitar, harmonica and some new songs. Recorded on 7/22/08 - 5 songs: Turn Me On, Even When Yer Blue, All The Old Heroes, Invisible Hands, Dead SaviorThis unique, and increasingly prolific, singer-songwriter makes his 6th live appearance at the KEXP studios bringing only guitar, harmonica and some new songs. Recorded on 7/22/08 - 5 songs: Turn Me On, Even When Yer Blue, All The Old Heroes, Invisible Hands, Dead Saviorhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/13/13633c45-26c8-427a-80b2-0e502d515c46.mp3Friday, 8 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -070000:36:31kexp public radioWhy?Bay Area indie art rock band Why? bring percussive lip noises, twisted lyrics, heart-wrenching piano and sleepy guitar riffs together for a quirky set of originals. Live at KEXP. Recorded on 4/17/08 - 4 songs: Song of The Sad Assassin, By Torpedos or Crohn's, Simeon's Dilemma, Yo Yo Bye ByeBay Area indie art rock band Why? bring percussive lip noises, twisted lyrics, heart-wrenching piano and sleepy guitar riffs together for a quirky set of originals. Live at KEXP. Recorded on 4/17/08 - 4 songs: Song of The Sad Assassin, By Torpedos or Crohn's, Simeon's Dilemma, Yo Yo Bye ByeBay Area indie art rock band Why? bring percussive lip noises, twisted lyrics, heart-wrenching piano and sleepy guitar riffs together for a quirky set of originals. Live at KEXP. Recorded on 4/17/08 - 4 songs: Song of The Sad Assassin, By Torpedos or Crohn's, Simeon's Dilemma, Yo Yo Bye Byehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/57/57347c2e-6b46-4169-8709-f20be16e64c4.mp3Friday, 1 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -070000:24:20kexp public radioPlants and AnimalsMontreal progressive folk rock trio Plants and Animals deliver a fresh basket of earthy 21st century flower power to the KEXP studios in this live set drawn from their 2008 full-length "Parc Avenue." Can you dig it? Recorded on 6/23/08 - 4 songs: Faerie Dance, Good Friend, À L'orée Des Bois, Bye Bye Bye Montreal progressive folk rock trio Plants and Animals deliver a fresh basket of earthy 21st century flower power to the KEXP studios in this live set drawn from their 2008 full-length "Parc Avenue." Can you dig it? Recorded on 6/23/08 - 4 songs: Faerie Dance, Good Friend, À L'orée Des Bois, Bye Bye Bye Montreal progressive folk rock trio Plants and Animals deliver a fresh basket of earthy 21st century flower power to the KEXP studios in this live set drawn from their 2008 full-length "Parc Avenue." Can you dig it? Recorded on 6/23/08 - 4 songs: Faerie Dance, Good Friend, À L'orée Des Bois, Bye Bye Bye http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/13/13c18e5e-1dcf-4b2f-8131-ab7b72a50253.mp3Friday, 25 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -070000:31:25kexp public radioThe M's (Live in Chicago)Chicago neo-psychedelic noise-pop outfit The M's wake up the KEXP crew in this exclusive early morning live performance from Engine Studio on KEXP. Recorded 7/18/08 - 4 songs: Pigs Fly, Breakfast Score, Big Sound, How Could You?Chicago neo-psychedelic noise-pop outfit The M's wake up the KEXP crew in this exclusive early morning live performance from Engine Studio on KEXP. Recorded 7/18/08 - 4 songs: Pigs Fly, Breakfast Score, Big Sound, How Could You?Chicago neo-psychedelic noise-pop outfit The M's wake up the KEXP crew in this exclusive early morning live performance from Engine Studio on KEXP. Recorded 7/18/08 - 4 songs: Pigs Fly, Breakfast Score, Big Sound, How Could You?http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/f1/f1b4a5cc-7e97-402b-8db7-a285697c3119.mp3Friday, 18 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -070000:19:59kexp public radioT-Model Ford and GravelRoad (Live in Chicago)It may be a little early for John and Cheryl to take a nip, but it's Jack Daniel Time for real for Chicago Bluesman T-Model Ford and GravelRoad in this exclusive live performance for KEXP from Chicago. Recorded on 7/17/07 - 6 songs: Sallie Mae, Wood Cuttin' Man, Ask Her For Water, Rock Me Baby, T-Model Theme, Big Boss ManIt may be a little early for John and Cheryl to take a nip, but it's Jack Daniel Time for real for Chicago Bluesman T-Model Ford and GravelRoad in this exclusive live performance for KEXP from Chicago. Recorded on 7/17/07 - 6 songs: Sallie Mae, Wood Cuttin' Man, Ask Her For Water, Rock Me Baby, T-Model Theme, Big Boss ManIt may be a little early for John and Cheryl to take a nip, but it's Jack Daniel Time for real for Chicago Bluesman T-Model Ford and GravelRoad in this exclusive live performance for KEXP from Chicago. Recorded on 7/17/07 - 6 songs: Sallie Mae, Wood Cuttin' Man, Ask Her For Water, Rock Me Baby, T-Model Theme, Big Boss Manhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/84/84f4b2d2-387a-438c-9c61-f9cc10ae3d16.mp3Thursday, 17 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -070000:29:23kexp public radioMahjongg (Live in Chicago)Chicago electro-tribal experimentalists Mahjongg raid Engine Room Studio in this exclusive live performance on KEXP. Recorded on 7/16/08 - 4 songs: Tell the Police the Truth, Whoop, Those Birds Are Bats, TrilogyChicago electro-tribal experimentalists Mahjongg raid Engine Room Studio in this exclusive live performance on KEXP. Recorded on 7/16/08 - 4 songs: Tell the Police the Truth, Whoop, Those Birds Are Bats, TrilogyChicago electro-tribal experimentalists Mahjongg raid Engine Room Studio in this exclusive live performance on KEXP. Recorded on 7/16/08 - 4 songs: Tell the Police the Truth, Whoop, Those Birds Are Bats, Trilogyhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/ee/ee401e83-224d-4ef3-acfe-91d818f4eed3.mp3Wednesday, 16 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -070000:26:10kexp public radioFoalsThese British post-punk revivalists take the classic sound and blend contemporary dance-rock with smart guitar work, spacey keys, a bit of horns, and driving percussion. They share songs from their debut LP “Antidotes” with KEXP listeners live on-air. Recorded on 5/30/08 - 4 songs: The French Open, Heavy Water, Red Socks Pugie, Electric BloomThese British post-punk revivalists take the classic sound and blend contemporary dance-rock with smart guitar work, spacey keys, a bit of horns, and driving percussion. They share songs from their debut LP “Antidotes” with KEXP listeners live on-air. Recorded on 5/30/08 - 4 songs: The French Open, Heavy Water, Red Socks Pugie, Electric BloomThese British post-punk revivalists take the classic sound and blend contemporary dance-rock with smart guitar work, spacey keys, a bit of horns, and driving percussion. They share songs from their debut LP “Antidotes” with KEXP listeners live on-air. Recorded on 5/30/08 - 4 songs: The French Open, Heavy Water, Red Socks Pugie, Electric Bloomhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/e7/e75b43ab-0c9c-4e5f-ba3d-445ae940044d.mp3Friday, 11 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -070000:23:39kexp public radioHead Like a KiteMirabile dictu! Head Like a Kite may induce eyes like saucers with their trippy dance-party blend of electronica and field recordings, but their feet remain firmly planted on the ground by the hard driving rock beat propelling it all. Mastermind Dave Einmo and his moustachioed crew are joined by Asya of Smoosh for vocals on "Daydream Vacation" (which just about sums up the vibe). Check out the cover of Neil Young's "Ohio." Recorded on 6/26/08 - 4 songs: We Were So Entangled, No Ordinary Caveman, Daydream Vacation, OhioMirabile dictu! Head Like a Kite may induce eyes like saucers with their trippy dance-party blend of electronica and field recordings, but their feet remain firmly planted on the ground by the hard driving rock beat propelling it all. Mastermind Dave Einmo and his moustachioed crew are joined by Asya of Smoosh for vocals on "Daydream Vacation" (which just about sums up the vibe). Check out the cover of Neil Young's "Ohio." Recorded on 6/26/08 - 4 songs: We Were So Entangled, No Ordinary Caveman, Daydream Vacation, OhioMirabile dictu! Head Like a Kite may induce eyes like saucers with their trippy dance-party blend of electronica and field recordings, but their feet remain firmly planted on the ground by the hard driving rock beat propelling it all. Mastermind Dave Einmo and his moustachioed crew are joined by Asya of Smoosh for vocals on "Daydream Vacation" (which just about sums up the vibe). Check out the cover of Neil Young's "Ohio." Recorded on 6/26/08 - 4 songs: We Were So Entangled, No Ordinary Caveman, Daydream Vacation, Ohiohttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/b4/b443e6aa-7de6-4e1d-83e1-417800ab24d2.mp3Friday, 4 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -070000:20:33kexp public radioExtra GoldenComprised of Kenyan and American musicians, the unique collaboration that is Extra Golden perform a seamless and energetic blend of benga and rock. Hosts Jon Kertzer and Doug Paterson discuss the bands origins, the political situation in Kenya, and the possibility of a positive reception at home. Recorded live on KEXP 6/24/08. 4 songs - OK-Oyot System, Nyako Wasaneo, Obama, Ilando Gima OngeComprised of Kenyan and American musicians, the unique collaboration that is Extra Golden perform a seamless and energetic blend of benga and rock. Hosts Jon Kertzer and Doug Paterson discuss the bands origins, the political situation in Kenya, and the possibility of a positive reception at home. Recorded live on KEXP 6/24/08. 4 songs - OK-Oyot System, Nyako Wasaneo, Obama, Ilando Gima OngeComprised of Kenyan and American musicians, the unique collaboration that is Extra Golden perform a seamless and energetic blend of benga and rock. Hosts Jon Kertzer and Doug Paterson discuss the bands origins, the political situation in Kenya, and the possibility of a positive reception at home. Recorded live on KEXP 6/24/08. 4 songs - OK-Oyot System, Nyako Wasaneo, Obama, Ilando Gima Ongehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/05/054587b0-5c4a-4b03-bc8c-8c6576161e51.mp3Friday, 27 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -070000:42:58kexp public radioFirewaterThe album "The Golden Hour" has even more of a global influence than previous Firewater records as frontman Tod A recorded a lot of it during his recent travels East. The music is raucous, rebellious, but also empowering. This particular set features the KEXP staff joining a pirates' chorus on “Borneo.” Recorded live at KEXP 6/10/08 - 4 songs: Hey Clown, Electric City, 6:45, BorneoThe album "The Golden Hour" has even more of a global influence than previous Firewater records as frontman Tod A recorded a lot of it during his recent travels East. The music is raucous, rebellious, but also empowering. This particular set features the KEXP staff joining a pirates' chorus on “Borneo.” Recorded live at KEXP 6/10/08 - 4 songs: Hey Clown, Electric City, 6:45, BorneoThe album "The Golden Hour" has even more of a global influence than previous Firewater records as frontman Tod A recorded a lot of it during his recent travels East. The music is raucous, rebellious, but also empowering. This particular set features the KEXP staff joining a pirates' chorus on “Borneo.” Recorded live at KEXP 6/10/08 - 4 songs: Hey Clown, Electric City, 6:45, Borneohttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/24/24fc1b5a-1eeb-47a3-b901-89f92cdcb4bb.mp3Friday, 20 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -070000:23:25kexp public radioSons And Daughters (live @ Triple Door)The sound of Sons and Daughters is dark and tense with a roots music backbone, upfront bass and a great male/female vocal styling. Don’t let "roots" fool you though, this Scottish group is heavier than most so go ahead and dance or bang your head. They tear up Seattle’s The Triple Door live. Recorded 4/29/08 - 11 songs: Gilt Complex, Flags, The Nest, Hunt, This Gift, Rama Lama, Rebel With The Ghost, Darling, Goodbye Service, Dance Me In, Johnny CashThe sound of Sons and Daughters is dark and tense with a roots music backbone, upfront bass and a great male/female vocal styling. Don’t let "roots" fool you though, this Scottish group is heavier than most so go ahead and dance or bang your head. They tear up Seattle’s The Triple Door live. Recorded 4/29/08 - 11 songs: Gilt Complex, Flags, The Nest, Hunt, This Gift, Rama Lama, Rebel With The Ghost, Darling, Goodbye Service, Dance Me In, Johnny CashThe sound of Sons and Daughters is dark and tense with a roots music backbone, upfront bass and a great male/female vocal styling. Don’t let "roots" fool you though, this Scottish group is heavier than most so go ahead and dance or bang your head. They tear up Seattle’s The Triple Door live. Recorded 4/29/08 - 11 songs: Gilt Complex, Flags, The Nest, Hunt, This Gift, Rama Lama, Rebel With The Ghost, Darling, Goodbye Service, Dance Me In, Johnny Cashhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/fd/fd83c2b4-51a3-4a7a-b06b-049f0a935573.mp3Saturday, 14 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -070000:46:07kexp public radioThe KillsThis UK duo runs the gamut from minimal roots-punk to electro-rock all with a dark and gritty feel. The Kills perform a spirited acoustic set live on the KEXP airwaves that features a lot of cool percussive guitar. Recorded on 5/15/08 4 songs: Kissy Kissy, Hook And Line, Black Balloon, Goodnight Bad MorningThis UK duo runs the gamut from minimal roots-punk to electro-rock all with a dark and gritty feel. The Kills perform a spirited acoustic set live on the KEXP airwaves that features a lot of cool percussive guitar. Recorded on 5/15/08 4 songs: Kissy Kissy, Hook And Line, Black Balloon, Goodnight Bad MorningThis UK duo runs the gamut from minimal roots-punk to electro-rock all with a dark and gritty feel. The Kills perform a spirited acoustic set live on the KEXP airwaves that features a lot of cool percussive guitar. Recorded on 5/15/08 4 songs: Kissy Kissy, Hook And Line, Black Balloon, Goodnight Bad Morninghttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/fc/fc3e1171-f734-4d98-b591-d941598fbebc.mp3Friday, 6 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -070000:22:30kexp public radioAtmosphereMinneapolis emo-rappers Atmosphere play a rare stripped down and acoustic set of two songs from their 2008 release "When Life Gives You Lemons, You Paint That Shit Gold" and a new song from the latest in their EP series "Sad Clown Bad Spring #12." Recorded on 5/13/08 - 3 songs: Guarantees, You, Not Another DayMinneapolis emo-rappers Atmosphere play a rare stripped down and acoustic set of two songs from their 2008 release "When Life Gives You Lemons, You Paint That Shit Gold" and a new song from the latest in their EP series "Sad Clown Bad Spring #12." Recorded on 5/13/08 - 3 songs: Guarantees, You, Not Another DayMinneapolis emo-rappers Atmosphere play a rare stripped down and acoustic set of two songs from their 2008 release "When Life Gives You Lemons, You Paint That Shit Gold" and a new song from the latest in their EP series "Sad Clown Bad Spring #12." Recorded on 5/13/08 - 3 songs: Guarantees, You, Not Another Dayhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/a4/a4040024-f7df-49df-9a29-39cbc14cc7ae.mp3Friday, 30 May 2008 12:00:00 -070000:28:05kexp public radioVoyager OneLocal space-rock heroes Voyager One come in for a landing in the KEXP Studios and take you away with a set that hovers and jets. Recorded on 5/2/08 - 4 songs: Give, Bed of Sound, The Kids Take Control, Ocean GreyLocal space-rock heroes Voyager One come in for a landing in the KEXP Studios and take you away with a set that hovers and jets. Recorded on 5/2/08 - 4 songs: Give, Bed of Sound, The Kids Take Control, Ocean GreyLocal space-rock heroes Voyager One come in for a landing in the KEXP Studios and take you away with a set that hovers and jets. Recorded on 5/2/08 - 4 songs: Give, Bed of Sound, The Kids Take Control, Ocean Greyhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/ae/aee8923b-fab1-4367-9e1b-3ebfe498aa2b.mp3Friday, 23 May 2008 12:00:00 -070000:22:28kexp public radioDeVotchKa (Live @ The Triple Door)Denver globalistas DeVotchKa cook up a cinematic melting pot stew from a base of burlesque seasoned with sonic spices extending from Romani to Mariachi and beyond. Somehow it all blends together like grandma's goulash and certainly satisfied the Triple Door audience in this exclusive live performance for KEXP. Recorded on 5/3/08 - 9 songs: Head Honcho, Along the Way, Undone, Dearly Departed, Transliterator, You Love Me, The Clockwise Witness, How It Ends, Queen of the Surface StreetsDenver globalistas DeVotchKa cook up a cinematic melting pot stew from a base of burlesque seasoned with sonic spices extending from Romani to Mariachi and beyond. Somehow it all blends together like grandma's goulash and certainly satisfied the Triple Door audience in this exclusive live performance for KEXP. Recorded on 5/3/08 - 9 songs: Head Honcho, Along the Way, Undone, Dearly Departed, Transliterator, You Love Me, The Clockwise Witness, How It Ends, Queen of the Surface StreetsDenver globalistas DeVotchKa cook up a cinematic melting pot stew from a base of burlesque seasoned with sonic spices extending from Romani to Mariachi and beyond. Somehow it all blends together like grandma's goulash and certainly satisfied the Triple Door audience in this exclusive live performance for KEXP. Recorded on 5/3/08 - 9 songs: Head Honcho, Along the Way, Undone, Dearly Departed, Transliterator, You Love Me, The Clockwise Witness, How It Ends, Queen of the Surface Streetshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/9a/9a3183a0-8f92-47db-b861-6a6a049497a6.mp3Friday, 16 May 2008 12:00:00 -070000:44:17kexp public radioElbowManchester, England's Elbow bring their warm and stately chamber-pop to KEXP in this intimate set drawing from their 2008 release "The Seldom Seen Kid." Recorded on 5/5/08 - 4 songs: Grounds for Divorce, Great Expectations, Some Riot, One Day Like ThisManchester, England's Elbow bring their warm and stately chamber-pop to KEXP in this intimate set drawing from their 2008 release "The Seldom Seen Kid." Recorded on 5/5/08 - 4 songs: Grounds for Divorce, Great Expectations, Some Riot, One Day Like ThisManchester, England's Elbow bring their warm and stately chamber-pop to KEXP in this intimate set drawing from their 2008 release "The Seldom Seen Kid." Recorded on 5/5/08 - 4 songs: Grounds for Divorce, Great Expectations, Some Riot, One Day Like Thishttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/19/190ce055-3aa5-4e4c-90cd-bf3051c0ee08.mp3Friday, 9 May 2008 12:00:00 -070000:28:21kexp public radioThe Transmissionary Six 2008Locals The Transmissionary Six once again craft a lovely atmospheric-pop record with"Cosmonautical." The duo's sound is perfect for headphone listening, but they sure sound wonderful with band too. The pedal steel and Terri Moeller's vocals make this live KEXP session particularly great. Recorded on 3/6/08 - 4 songs: Zero Gravity, I Want To Deprogram You, Edison Stare, TugboatLocals The Transmissionary Six once again craft a lovely atmospheric-pop record with"Cosmonautical." The duo's sound is perfect for headphone listening, but they sure sound wonderful with band too. The pedal steel and Terri Moeller's vocals make this live KEXP session particularly great. Recorded on 3/6/08 - 4 songs: Zero Gravity, I Want To Deprogram You, Edison Stare, TugboatLocals The Transmissionary Six once again craft a lovely atmospheric-pop record with"Cosmonautical." The duo's sound is perfect for headphone listening, but they sure sound wonderful with band too. The pedal steel and Terri Moeller's vocals make this live KEXP session particularly great. Recorded on 3/6/08 - 4 songs: Zero Gravity, I Want To Deprogram You, Edison Stare, Tugboathttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/23/2368eac9-2e6b-473b-96a7-f16c987426c6.mp3Friday, 2 May 2008 12:00:00 -070000:29:52kexp public radioJim WhiteTransnormal sure seems like a good adjective for southern singer/songwriter and all-around character Jim White. With “Transnormal Skiperoo” White says he’s found a sense of satisfaction in life that he never had with previous albums, but his haunting and twisted blend of Americana is still intact and perhaps extraordinarily bright. He plays tracks from the album along with a reworking of “Hey! You Going My Way???” live on KEXP. Recorded on 3/31/08 - 4 songs: A Town Called Amen, Jailbird, "Hey! You Going My Way???", Turquoise House Transnormal sure seems like a good adjective for southern singer/songwriter and all-around character Jim White. With “Transnormal Skiperoo” White says he’s found a sense of satisfaction in life that he never had with previous albums, but his haunting and twisted blend of Americana is still intact and perhaps extraordinarily bright. He plays tracks from the album along with a reworking of “Hey! You Going My Way???” live on KEXP. Recorded on 3/31/08 - 4 songs: A Town Called Amen, Jailbird, "Hey! You Going My Way???", Turquoise House Transnormal sure seems like a good adjective for southern singer/songwriter and all-around character Jim White. With “Transnormal Skiperoo” White says he’s found a sense of satisfaction in life that he never had with previous albums, but his haunting and twisted blend of Americana is still intact and perhaps extraordinarily bright. He plays tracks from the album along with a reworking of “Hey! You Going My Way???” live on KEXP. Recorded on 3/31/08 - 4 songs: A Town Called Amen, Jailbird, "Hey! You Going My Way???", Turquoise House http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/dc/dc50ef5b-701a-4eea-ad9d-821fada9b698.mp3Friday, 25 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -070000:27:07kexp public radioRootz UndergroundCheck dem stylie massive roots rock reggae from Jamaica’s Rootz Underground in this exclusive live performance for KEXP at SXSW 2008. Recorded on 3/15/08 - 4 songs: Time Is an Illusion, Hammer, Victims of the System, In the JungleCheck dem stylie massive roots rock reggae from Jamaica’s Rootz Underground in this exclusive live performance for KEXP at SXSW 2008. Recorded on 3/15/08 - 4 songs: Time Is an Illusion, Hammer, Victims of the System, In the JungleCheck dem stylie massive roots rock reggae from Jamaica’s Rootz Underground in this exclusive live performance for KEXP at SXSW 2008. Recorded on 3/15/08 - 4 songs: Time Is an Illusion, Hammer, Victims of the System, In the Junglehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/4b/4b1d7a77-3274-4afe-a2f5-314294425bb1.mp3Friday, 18 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -070000:24:55kexp public radioThao with the Get Down Stay DownThao with the Get Down Stay Down perform tracks from "We Brave Bee Stings and All" in this exclusive live @ KEXP set. Their sharp folk-pop may seem candy-coated on the outside, but there's something irresistibly dark and rich in the middle. Bite in and let the mix melt on your tongue. Recorded live on 3/8/08 - 4 songs: Geography, Bag Of Hammers, Swimming Pools, Beat (Health, Life and Fire)Thao with the Get Down Stay Down perform tracks from "We Brave Bee Stings and All" in this exclusive live @ KEXP set. Their sharp folk-pop may seem candy-coated on the outside, but there's something irresistibly dark and rich in the middle. Bite in and let the mix melt on your tongue. Recorded live on 3/8/08 - 4 songs: Geography, Bag Of Hammers, Swimming Pools, Beat (Health, Life and Fire)Thao with the Get Down Stay Down perform tracks from "We Brave Bee Stings and All" in this exclusive live @ KEXP set. Their sharp folk-pop may seem candy-coated on the outside, but there's something irresistibly dark and rich in the middle. Bite in and let the mix melt on your tongue. Recorded live on 3/8/08 - 4 songs: Geography, Bag Of Hammers, Swimming Pools, Beat (Health, Life and Fire)http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/52/52ea32d5-40f0-40fe-92e6-119ac25fe913.mp3Friday, 11 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -070000:20:51kexp public radioGrand ArchivesGrand Archives are rising like a rocket with the combined forces of Matt Brooke (Band of Horses, Carissa’s Wierd), Jeff Montano (the New Mexicans), Curtis Hall (the Jeunes), Ron Lewis (Ghost Stories) and Thomas Wright (the Can't See) lifting their sunny, California vocal-pop inspired songs into an almost overnight Sub Pop Records deal and national tour. Here is a short taste recorded live at KEXP on 2/19/08 - 4 songs: Miniature Birds, George Kaminski, Torn Blue Foam Couch, Orange JuiceGrand Archives are rising like a rocket with the combined forces of Matt Brooke (Band of Horses, Carissa’s Wierd), Jeff Montano (the New Mexicans), Curtis Hall (the Jeunes), Ron Lewis (Ghost Stories) and Thomas Wright (the Can't See) lifting their sunny, California vocal-pop inspired songs into an almost overnight Sub Pop Records deal and national tour. Here is a short taste recorded live at KEXP on 2/19/08 - 4 songs: Miniature Birds, George Kaminski, Torn Blue Foam Couch, Orange JuiceGrand Archives are rising like a rocket with the combined forces of Matt Brooke (Band of Horses, Carissa’s Wierd), Jeff Montano (the New Mexicans), Curtis Hall (the Jeunes), Ron Lewis (Ghost Stories) and Thomas Wright (the Can't See) lifting their sunny, California vocal-pop inspired songs into an almost overnight Sub Pop Records deal and national tour. Here is a short taste recorded live at KEXP on 2/19/08 - 4 songs: Miniature Birds, George Kaminski, Torn Blue Foam Couch, Orange Juicehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/9e/9e6bdd76-146a-4c3d-9bfe-0d1b5b000a44.mp3Friday, 4 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -070000:17:40kexp public radioDean and Britta and Keren AnnLuna frontman Dean Wareham teams up with Britta Phillips and singer-songwriter Keren Ann for a set of moody acoustic pop ballads and a cover of Serge Gainsbourg's "Bonnie and Clyde". Recorded on 2/15/08 - 5 songs: The Harder Ships of The World, Knives from Bavaria, Sailor and Widow, Words You Used To Say, Bonnie and ClydeLuna frontman Dean Wareham teams up with Britta Phillips and singer-songwriter Keren Ann for a set of moody acoustic pop ballads and a cover of Serge Gainsbourg's "Bonnie and Clyde". Recorded on 2/15/08 - 5 songs: The Harder Ships of The World, Knives from Bavaria, Sailor and Widow, Words You Used To Say, Bonnie and ClydeLuna frontman Dean Wareham teams up with Britta Phillips and singer-songwriter Keren Ann for a set of moody acoustic pop ballads and a cover of Serge Gainsbourg's "Bonnie and Clyde". Recorded on 2/15/08 - 5 songs: The Harder Ships of The World, Knives from Bavaria, Sailor and Widow, Words You Used To Say, Bonnie and Clydehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/c4/c4d835fb-1cc0-443c-9fe4-db436cb827bc.mp3Friday, 28 Mar 2008 12:00:00 -070000:25:21kexp public radioBritish Sea Power"Do You Like Rock Music?" Is that even a question? You'll definitely like British Sea Power, the Brighton-based quartet, led by the Wilkinson brothers, who bring their epic, stadium-sized sound to the small studio at KEXP. Be sure to download this podcast of songs recorded live on 3/4/08 - 4 songs: Atom, No Lucifer, Canvey Island, Down On The Ground"Do You Like Rock Music?" Is that even a question? You'll definitely like British Sea Power, the Brighton-based quartet, led by the Wilkinson brothers, who bring their epic, stadium-sized sound to the small studio at KEXP. Be sure to download this podcast of songs recorded live on 3/4/08 - 4 songs: Atom, No Lucifer, Canvey Island, Down On The Ground"Do You Like Rock Music?" Is that even a question? You'll definitely like British Sea Power, the Brighton-based quartet, led by the Wilkinson brothers, who bring their epic, stadium-sized sound to the small studio at KEXP. Be sure to download this podcast of songs recorded live on 3/4/08 - 4 songs: Atom, No Lucifer, Canvey Island, Down On The Groundhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/f6/f6dbff78-8e18-4fe6-a019-1083c2a27147.mp3Friday, 21 Mar 2008 12:00:00 -070000:20:28kexp public radioThe Raveonettes (Live at SXSW)Danish ex-pats The Raveonettes blend sweet vocal harmonies with dark and reverb-drenched rumbles of fuzz in this exclusive live performance for KEXP from the 2008 SXSW Music Conference and Festival. Recorded on 3/15/08 - 6 songs: Hallucinations, Dead Sound, Expelled from Love, Lust, The Beat Dies, Aly, Walk With MeDanish ex-pats The Raveonettes blend sweet vocal harmonies with dark and reverb-drenched rumbles of fuzz in this exclusive live performance for KEXP from the 2008 SXSW Music Conference and Festival. Recorded on 3/15/08 - 6 songs: Hallucinations, Dead Sound, Expelled from Love, Lust, The Beat Dies, Aly, Walk With MeDanish ex-pats The Raveonettes blend sweet vocal harmonies with dark and reverb-drenched rumbles of fuzz in this exclusive live performance for KEXP from the 2008 SXSW Music Conference and Festival. Recorded on 3/15/08 - 6 songs: Hallucinations, Dead Sound, Expelled from Love, Lust, The Beat Dies, Aly, Walk With Mehttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/5c/5c04f3c1-c714-4ab3-84a9-fdc8bf56e118.mp3Sunday, 16 Mar 2008 12:00:00 -070000:30:15kexp public radioDeVotchka (Live at SXSW)Gyspy cowpunks DeVotchka are joined by Austin's Tosca String Quartet in this exclusive live performance for KEXP from the 2008 SXSW Music Conference and Festival. Recorded 3/14/08 - 5 songs: Undone, The Clockwise Witness, Along the Way, Transliterator, We're LeavingGyspy cowpunks DeVotchka are joined by Austin's Tosca String Quartet in this exclusive live performance for KEXP from the 2008 SXSW Music Conference and Festival. Recorded 3/14/08 - 5 songs: Undone, The Clockwise Witness, Along the Way, Transliterator, We're LeavingGyspy cowpunks DeVotchka are joined by Austin's Tosca String Quartet in this exclusive live performance for KEXP from the 2008 SXSW Music Conference and Festival. Recorded 3/14/08 - 5 songs: Undone, The Clockwise Witness, Along the Way, Transliterator, We're Leavinghttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/62/62ce3006-8513-404a-8dd5-21423fe01eda.mp3Saturday, 15 Mar 2008 12:00:00 -070000:29:07kexp public radioThe Helio SequenceThese 2 guys from Portland put out quite a bit of volume. This set of songs from their 2008 release "Keep Your Eyes Ahead" shows the growth and crystallization of The Helio Sequence as a truly great rock band. Cinematic, pop-smart, literary and emotionally sincere. Recorded live 1/29/08 - 4 songs: Can't Say No, You Can Come To Me, Send Your Love, Keep Your Eyes AheadThese 2 guys from Portland put out quite a bit of volume. This set of songs from their 2008 release "Keep Your Eyes Ahead" shows the growth and crystallization of The Helio Sequence as a truly great rock band. Cinematic, pop-smart, literary and emotionally sincere. Recorded live 1/29/08 - 4 songs: Can't Say No, You Can Come To Me, Send Your Love, Keep Your Eyes AheadThese 2 guys from Portland put out quite a bit of volume. This set of songs from their 2008 release "Keep Your Eyes Ahead" shows the growth and crystallization of The Helio Sequence as a truly great rock band. Cinematic, pop-smart, literary and emotionally sincere. Recorded live 1/29/08 - 4 songs: Can't Say No, You Can Come To Me, Send Your Love, Keep Your Eyes Aheadhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/a0/a0285a78-7d50-4280-ac69-c60b3da482c4.mp3Friday, 7 Mar 2008 12:00:00 -070000:20:53kexp public radioEditorsBirmingham (UK) based Editors bring their dark neo-post-punk dramas into the light of KEXP’s studio with this set of songs drawn from their 2007 release “An End Has a Start.” Recorded live 2/4/08 - 3 songs: Bones, An End Has a Start, Smokers Outside the Hospital DoorsBirmingham (UK) based Editors bring their dark neo-post-punk dramas into the light of KEXP’s studio with this set of songs drawn from their 2007 release “An End Has a Start.” Recorded live 2/4/08 - 3 songs: Bones, An End Has a Start, Smokers Outside the Hospital DoorsBirmingham (UK) based Editors bring their dark neo-post-punk dramas into the light of KEXP’s studio with this set of songs drawn from their 2007 release “An End Has a Start.” Recorded live 2/4/08 - 3 songs: Bones, An End Has a Start, Smokers Outside the Hospital Doorshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/a3/a39a0cb0-3825-4890-b464-7066f196f1d4.mp3Friday, 29 Feb 2008 12:00:00 -070022:18kexp public radioNada SurfThis New York band and KEXP staple returns with another wonderful grown-up pop record “Lucky.” It’s full of great sound layering and perhaps their most positive tone to date. Sample some of the tracks with this exclusive acoustic performance from KEXP. Recorded live 1/30/08 - 4 songs: Whose Authority, Ice On The Wing, See These Bones, I Like What You SayThis New York band and KEXP staple returns with another wonderful grown-up pop record “Lucky.” It’s full of great sound layering and perhaps their most positive tone to date. Sample some of the tracks with this exclusive acoustic performance from KEXP. Recorded live 1/30/08 - 4 songs: Whose Authority, Ice On The Wing, See These Bones, I Like What You SayThis New York band and KEXP staple returns with another wonderful grown-up pop record “Lucky.” It’s full of great sound layering and perhaps their most positive tone to date. Sample some of the tracks with this exclusive acoustic performance from KEXP. Recorded live 1/30/08 - 4 songs: Whose Authority, Ice On The Wing, See These Bones, I Like What You Sayhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/8b/8bb4a0ca-e56f-4bbd-97ff-b08137ab7b54.mp3Friday, 22 Feb 2008 12:00:00 -070000:22:53kexp public radioOrgonefrom Hollywood, California, Orgone add Jamaican and Afrobeat flavor to their solid funk/soul songs. Recorded live 1/29/08 - 5 songs: Who Knows Who, I Get Lifted, Hambone, Sophisticated Honky, Do Your Thingfrom Hollywood, California, Orgone add Jamaican and Afrobeat flavor to their solid funk/soul songs. Recorded live 1/29/08 - 5 songs: Who Knows Who, I Get Lifted, Hambone, Sophisticated Honky, Do Your Thingfrom Hollywood, California, Orgone add Jamaican and Afrobeat flavor to their solid funk/soul songs. Recorded live 1/29/08 - 5 songs: Who Knows Who, I Get Lifted, Hambone, Sophisticated Honky, Do Your Thinghttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/f2/f24a157e-3742-414c-b564-144c856d44d8.mp3Friday, 15 Feb 2008 12:00:00 -070000:37:02kexp public radioTullycraftThese Seattle indie-popsters keep their songs under three minutes and smiles on their faces. Put a smile on your own face with this live set of fun and whip-smart Tullycraft originals. Recorded live on 11/8/07 - 5 songs: Georgette Plays A Goth, The Secret History Of Devil's Paw, Our Days In Kansas, If You Take Away The Make-Up (Then The Vampires They Will Die), The Punks Are Writing Love SongsThese Seattle indie-popsters keep their songs under three minutes and smiles on their faces. Put a smile on your own face with this live set of fun and whip-smart Tullycraft originals. Recorded live on 11/8/07 - 5 songs: Georgette Plays A Goth, The Secret History Of Devil's Paw, Our Days In Kansas, If You Take Away The Make-Up (Then The Vampires They Will Die), The Punks Are Writing Love SongsThese Seattle indie-popsters keep their songs under three minutes and smiles on their faces. Put a smile on your own face with this live set of fun and whip-smart Tullycraft originals. Recorded live on 11/8/07 - 5 songs: Georgette Plays A Goth, The Secret History Of Devil's Paw, Our Days In Kansas, If You Take Away The Make-Up (Then The Vampires They Will Die), The Punks Are Writing Love Songshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/26/262efff1-39f6-4566-9c84-a49cbe8eb7fa.mp3Friday, 8 Feb 2008 12:00:00 -070000:23:33kexp public radioThe CopsSeattle band The Cops punctuate edgy guitar hits with dramatic pauses and percussive pop-punk vocals in this live set of songs from their 2007 release "Free Electricity." Recorded live 11/15/07 - 4 songs: It's Epidemic, Light It Off, Modern Black, Them CatsSeattle band The Cops punctuate edgy guitar hits with dramatic pauses and percussive pop-punk vocals in this live set of songs from their 2007 release "Free Electricity." Recorded live 11/15/07 - 4 songs: It's Epidemic, Light It Off, Modern Black, Them CatsSeattle band The Cops punctuate edgy guitar hits with dramatic pauses and percussive pop-punk vocals in this live set of songs from their 2007 release "Free Electricity." Recorded live 11/15/07 - 4 songs: It's Epidemic, Light It Off, Modern Black, Them Catshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/52/52152096-ca16-41f1-8601-b88f5b49df71.mp3Friday, 1 Feb 2008 12:00:00 -070015:24 kexp public radioLes Savy FavHot on the heels of their release “Let’s Stay Friends” Les Savy Fav stops by KEXP for a paint-peeling live set. During the interview these Brooklynites are strictly tongue-in-cheek, but when it’s time to rock they sure don’t mess around. Hot on the heels of their release “Let’s Stay Friends” Les Savy Fav stops by KEXP for a paint-peeling live set. During the interview these Brooklynites are strictly tongue-in-cheek, but when it’s time to rock they sure don’t mess around. Hot on the heels of their release “Let’s Stay Friends” Les Savy Fav stops by KEXP for a paint-peeling live set. During the interview these Brooklynites are strictly tongue-in-cheek, but when it’s time to rock they sure don’t mess around. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/19/19012e11-32b0-4e41-90d6-a07147f4a4d2.mp3Friday, 25 Jan 2008 12:00:00 -070025:33kexp public radioSharon Jones and the Dap-KingsSoul survivor and Daptone Records diva Sharon Jones is living proof of the continuing relevance of classic old-school funk and soul sounds. She is hot as a firecracker here with The Dap-Kings in this exclusive live set recorded at The Triple Door on 12/11/07 - 8 songs: Sound of Summer, I'm Not Gonna Cry, How Do I Let a Good Man Down, Be Easy, Keep On Looking, Let Them Knock, What Have You Done For Me Lately, 100 Days 100 NightsSoul survivor and Daptone Records diva Sharon Jones is living proof of the continuing relevance of classic old-school funk and soul sounds. She is hot as a firecracker here with The Dap-Kings in this exclusive live set recorded at The Triple Door on 12/11/07 - 8 songs: Sound of Summer, I'm Not Gonna Cry, How Do I Let a Good Man Down, Be Easy, Keep On Looking, Let Them Knock, What Have You Done For Me Lately, 100 Days 100 NightsSoul survivor and Daptone Records diva Sharon Jones is living proof of the continuing relevance of classic old-school funk and soul sounds. She is hot as a firecracker here with The Dap-Kings in this exclusive live set recorded at The Triple Door on 12/11/07 - 8 songs: Sound of Summer, I'm Not Gonna Cry, How Do I Let a Good Man Down, Be Easy, Keep On Looking, Let Them Knock, What Have You Done For Me Lately, 100 Days 100 Nightshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/4c/4c4d93dd-a173-4184-931a-27184625fbed.mp3Friday, 18 Jan 2008 12:00:00 -070032:50kexp public radioThe Scotland Yard Gospel ChoirChicago's The Scotland Yard Gospel Choir stirs up the KEXP live room with their melancholy, yet sweet folk-pop sounds. All tracks are from their self-titled release. Recorded live at KEXP on 12/7/07 - 5 songs: Aspidistra, I Never Thought I Could Feel This Way For A Boy, Then And Not A Moment Before, Everything You Paid For, Obsessions Chicago's The Scotland Yard Gospel Choir stirs up the KEXP live room with their melancholy, yet sweet folk-pop sounds. All tracks are from their self-titled release. Recorded live at KEXP on 12/7/07 - 5 songs: Aspidistra, I Never Thought I Could Feel This Way For A Boy, Then And Not A Moment Before, Everything You Paid For, Obsessions Chicago's The Scotland Yard Gospel Choir stirs up the KEXP live room with their melancholy, yet sweet folk-pop sounds. All tracks are from their self-titled release. Recorded live at KEXP on 12/7/07 - 5 songs: Aspidistra, I Never Thought I Could Feel This Way For A Boy, Then And Not A Moment Before, Everything You Paid For, Obsessions http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/da/da0383e5-29e1-4b63-afef-cc11d4ce7e70.mp3Friday, 11 Jan 2008 12:00:00 -070027:09kexp public radioMono In VCF The Tacoma band turns the KEXP live room into a moody dream where gorgeous vocals float on top of a dark sea of synths and strings. Their cinematic pop psychedelics will have you hitting the snooze bar for more and more. Recorded live on 12/18/07 - 4 songs: Escape City Scrapers, Spider Rotation, The Only One, Cinch RingThe Tacoma band turns the KEXP live room into a moody dream where gorgeous vocals float on top of a dark sea of synths and strings. Their cinematic pop psychedelics will have you hitting the snooze bar for more and more. Recorded live on 12/18/07 - 4 songs: Escape City Scrapers, Spider Rotation, The Only One, Cinch RingThe Tacoma band turns the KEXP live room into a moody dream where gorgeous vocals float on top of a dark sea of synths and strings. Their cinematic pop psychedelics will have you hitting the snooze bar for more and more. Recorded live on 12/18/07 - 4 songs: Escape City Scrapers, Spider Rotation, The Only One, Cinch Ringhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/6b/6b054763-4950-40b8-8767-fff3fd453f4f.mp3Friday, 4 Jan 2008 12:00:00 -070025:30kexp public radioBlue Scholars 12-13-2007Northwest hip-hop heavyweights Blue Scholars treat KEXP listeners to a live performance that features tracks from their EP releases “Joe Metro” and “Butter & Gun$”. Recorded 12/13/07 - 4 songs: Southbound, Just Listen (Versa Remix), Butter & Gun$ (Loyalty), 27Northwest hip-hop heavyweights Blue Scholars treat KEXP listeners to a live performance that features tracks from their EP releases “Joe Metro” and “Butter & Gun$”. Recorded 12/13/07 - 4 songs: Southbound, Just Listen (Versa Remix), Butter & Gun$ (Loyalty), 27Northwest hip-hop heavyweights Blue Scholars treat KEXP listeners to a live performance that features tracks from their EP releases “Joe Metro” and “Butter & Gun$”. Recorded 12/13/07 - 4 songs: Southbound, Just Listen (Versa Remix), Butter & Gun$ (Loyalty), 27http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/42/420aa6dd-c39a-4bab-910f-50ffa3d7c7a1.mp3Friday, 28 Dec 2007 12:00:00 -070024:16kexp public radioFederico AubeleArgentine guitarist/vocalist Federico Aubele plays gorgeous original ballads infused with flamenco, bolero and tango. Usually he uses electronic loops in his songs, but this acoustic-only set showcases his talent in organic form. Recorded live at KEXP on 11/4/07 - 4 songs: Esta Noche, En Cada Lugar, Postales, En El Desierto Argentine guitarist/vocalist Federico Aubele plays gorgeous original ballads infused with flamenco, bolero and tango. Usually he uses electronic loops in his songs, but this acoustic-only set showcases his talent in organic form. Recorded live at KEXP on 11/4/07 - 4 songs: Esta Noche, En Cada Lugar, Postales, En El Desierto Argentine guitarist/vocalist Federico Aubele plays gorgeous original ballads infused with flamenco, bolero and tango. Usually he uses electronic loops in his songs, but this acoustic-only set showcases his talent in organic form. Recorded live at KEXP on 11/4/07 - 4 songs: Esta Noche, En Cada Lugar, Postales, En El Desierto http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/d1/d18f6db0-c004-47af-9018-80b3a61e79b5.mp3Friday, 21 Dec 2007 12:00:00 -070029:30kexp public radioStars (live @ The Triple Door)Montreal-based Stars bring their romantic, layered and achingly melodic pop to an appreciative KEXP audience live at The Triple Door in Seattle on 11/16/07. 9 songs: Take Me to the Riot, The Night Starts Here, Elevator Love Letter, The Ghost of Genova Heights, Midnight Coward, One More Night, Personal, My Favorite Book, Your Ex-Lover Is DeadMontreal-based Stars bring their romantic, layered and achingly melodic pop to an appreciative KEXP audience live at The Triple Door in Seattle on 11/16/07. 9 songs: Take Me to the Riot, The Night Starts Here, Elevator Love Letter, The Ghost of Genova Heights, Midnight Coward, One More Night, Personal, My Favorite Book, Your Ex-Lover Is DeadMontreal-based Stars bring their romantic, layered and achingly melodic pop to an appreciative KEXP audience live at The Triple Door in Seattle on 11/16/07. 9 songs: Take Me to the Riot, The Night Starts Here, Elevator Love Letter, The Ghost of Genova Heights, Midnight Coward, One More Night, Personal, My Favorite Book, Your Ex-Lover Is Deadhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/f3/f3f7ff86-6568-482e-947f-1988d32271e8.mp3Friday, 14 Dec 2007 12:00:00 -070043:13kexp public radioThe WaterboysWhether they’re doing epic rock, Celtic folk, or a combination of the two, The Waterboys have been pleasing fans for over 25 years. Mike Scott and company stop by KEXP while touring for “Book Of Lightning” to perform live. Whether they’re doing epic rock, Celtic folk, or a combination of the two, The Waterboys have been pleasing fans for over 25 years. Mike Scott and company stop by KEXP while touring for “Book Of Lightning” to perform live. Whether they’re doing epic rock, Celtic folk, or a combination of the two, The Waterboys have been pleasing fans for over 25 years. Mike Scott and company stop by KEXP while touring for “Book Of Lightning” to perform live. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/45/45ed0dc2-f502-4137-aaad-3cc361ac2116.mp3Friday, 7 Dec 2007 12:00:00 -070029:43kexp public radioM.I.A.Like Maya Arulpragasam herself the music of M.I.A. is adventurous, strong and not unlike a meeting of different worlds. Western clubs beats collide with unique samples and international sounds while her lyrics cross hip-hop slang with patois and modern rock tracks. It’s party and politics, and it’s certainly fresh. Live @ KEXP 11/16/07 Bamboo Banga, Paper Planes, 20 Dollar, GalangLike Maya Arulpragasam herself the music of M.I.A. is adventurous, strong and not unlike a meeting of different worlds. Western clubs beats collide with unique samples and international sounds while her lyrics cross hip-hop slang with patois and modern rock tracks. It’s party and politics, and it’s certainly fresh. Live @ KEXP 11/16/07 Bamboo Banga, Paper Planes, 20 Dollar, GalangLike Maya Arulpragasam herself the music of M.I.A. is adventurous, strong and not unlike a meeting of different worlds. Western clubs beats collide with unique samples and international sounds while her lyrics cross hip-hop slang with patois and modern rock tracks. It’s party and politics, and it’s certainly fresh. Live @ KEXP 11/16/07 Bamboo Banga, Paper Planes, 20 Dollar, Galanghttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/8e/8e481c02-fdf7-4fe1-8f87-4c9c79a2fb8c.mp3Friday, 30 Nov 2007 12:00:00 -070028:40kexp public radioThurston MooreA live set of solo material from Sonic Youth frontman Thurston Moore recorded at KEXP.A live set of solo material from Sonic Youth frontman Thurston Moore recorded at KEXP.A live set of solo material from Sonic Youth frontman Thurston Moore recorded at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/51/517cc5bf-9599-4fda-9dfb-55ed0d28b964.mp3Friday, 23 Nov 2007 12:00:00 -070033:38kexp public radioPelaBrooklyn band Pela bring on their ardent alt-rock anthems in this high-energy performance recorded live on KEXP at the Gibson Showcase in New York City.Brooklyn band Pela bring on their ardent alt-rock anthems in this high-energy performance recorded live on KEXP at the Gibson Showcase in New York City.Brooklyn band Pela bring on their ardent alt-rock anthems in this high-energy performance recorded live on KEXP at the Gibson Showcase in New York City.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/43/43f5e019-104d-40a0-820f-429bb0fc1a73.mp3Friday, 16 Nov 2007 12:00:00 -070026:33kexp public radioSons And Daughters Sons and Daughters mix angular post-punk with dark folk rock. The male/female dynamic is romantic and spooky at the same time but is always danceable. The Scottish group perform live on KEXP during CMJ 2007 in New York. Sons and Daughters mix angular post-punk with dark folk rock. The male/female dynamic is romantic and spooky at the same time but is always danceable. The Scottish group perform live on KEXP during CMJ 2007 in New York. Sons and Daughters mix angular post-punk with dark folk rock. The male/female dynamic is romantic and spooky at the same time but is always danceable. The Scottish group perform live on KEXP during CMJ 2007 in New York. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/87/8728b81d-877f-4d3e-bdd7-8a53ba66649f.mp3Friday, 9 Nov 2007 12:00:00 -070020:22kexp public radioThe Poison Control CenterJoin Ames, Iowa indie/power-pop band Poison Control Center in this exclusive performance featuring a not-to-be-missed closing sing-along with the entire KEXP crew and studio audience. Recorded live on KEXP at the Gibson Showroom in New York City.Join Ames, Iowa indie/power-pop band Poison Control Center in this exclusive performance featuring a not-to-be-missed closing sing-along with the entire KEXP crew and studio audience. Recorded live on KEXP at the Gibson Showroom in New York City.Join Ames, Iowa indie/power-pop band Poison Control Center in this exclusive performance featuring a not-to-be-missed closing sing-along with the entire KEXP crew and studio audience. Recorded live on KEXP at the Gibson Showroom in New York City.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/72/724aa985-0d64-4d1b-a921-9a87a2c94f78.mp3Friday, 2 Nov 2007 12:00:00 -070021:21kexp public radioJohn VandersliceSan Francisco singer-songwriter John Vanderslice plays some of his creative and well-crafted tracks from "Emerald City" live at KEXP. It's a fun acoustic set featuring violin accompaniment. "Keep The Dream Alive" and "Pale Horse" are bonus songs recorded after the on-air performance. San Francisco singer-songwriter John Vanderslice plays some of his creative and well-crafted tracks from "Emerald City" live at KEXP. It's a fun acoustic set featuring violin accompaniment. "Keep The Dream Alive" and "Pale Horse" are bonus songs recorded after the on-air performance. San Francisco singer-songwriter John Vanderslice plays some of his creative and well-crafted tracks from "Emerald City" live at KEXP. It's a fun acoustic set featuring violin accompaniment. "Keep The Dream Alive" and "Pale Horse" are bonus songs recorded after the on-air performance. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/66/66dd77c7-284a-4da9-b014-bb33b8716fed.mp3Friday, 26 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -070038:01kexp public radioBand of Horses Join KEXP local favorites Band of Horses in this exclusive set recorded live on KEXP at Gibson Showroom in New York City. Join KEXP local favorites Band of Horses in this exclusive set recorded live on KEXP at Gibson Showroom in New York City. Join KEXP local favorites Band of Horses in this exclusive set recorded live on KEXP at Gibson Showroom in New York City. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/39/39d15825-398b-46b9-abc4-a733471eb514.mp3Friday, 19 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -070031:53kexp public radioYeasayerNo need to worry, you will be swept away by the fantastic tribal-gospel sound of Brooklyn's Yeasayer. Recorded live on KEXP at Gibson Showroom in NYC.No need to worry, you will be swept away by the fantastic tribal-gospel sound of Brooklyn's Yeasayer. Recorded live on KEXP at Gibson Showroom in NYC.No need to worry, you will be swept away by the fantastic tribal-gospel sound of Brooklyn's Yeasayer. Recorded live on KEXP at Gibson Showroom in NYC.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/10/10d1db01-64f5-4576-b42c-05318c45f644.mp3Thursday, 18 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -070033:56kexp public radioDead ConfederateSoaring. Psychedelic. Southern. Grunge. What do all these have in common? They only begin to describe the explosive sonic assault of Dead Confederate, live on KEXP from New York City. Oh yeah!Soaring. Psychedelic. Southern. Grunge. What do all these have in common? They only begin to describe the explosive sonic assault of Dead Confederate, live on KEXP from New York City. Oh yeah!Soaring. Psychedelic. Southern. Grunge. What do all these have in common? They only begin to describe the explosive sonic assault of Dead Confederate, live on KEXP from New York City. Oh yeah!http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/31/31f542f4-37bd-459d-bcc1-77d5b681ea05.mp3Wednesday, 17 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -070028:23kexp public radioThe Hold SteadyHold steady boys and girls in America, it only gets inconvenient when you want to get high alone. Classic rock themes and classic rock tones abound as The Hold Steady raze the Gibson Showroom in NYC in this exclusive live performance for KEXP. Hold steady boys and girls in America, it only gets inconvenient when you want to get high alone. Classic rock themes and classic rock tones abound as The Hold Steady raze the Gibson Showroom in NYC in this exclusive live performance for KEXP. Hold steady boys and girls in America, it only gets inconvenient when you want to get high alone. Classic rock themes and classic rock tones abound as The Hold Steady raze the Gibson Showroom in NYC in this exclusive live performance for KEXP. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/28/280b1928-e64b-4bc2-867a-51b7bee8f1dc.mp3Tuesday, 16 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -070022:03kexp public radioLe Loup Prepare to be blown away on the winds of Le Loup (pronounced Lay Loo), a 7-piece Washington, D.C. band who build huge multilayered waves of sound from four guitars, french horn, percussion, male-female vocals and more. Their energy is infectious in this exclusive performance recorded live on KEXP at Gibson Showroom in NYC.Prepare to be blown away on the winds of Le Loup (pronounced Lay Loo), a 7-piece Washington, D.C. band who build huge multilayered waves of sound from four guitars, french horn, percussion, male-female vocals and more. Their energy is infectious in this exclusive performance recorded live on KEXP at Gibson Showroom in NYC.Prepare to be blown away on the winds of Le Loup (pronounced Lay Loo), a 7-piece Washington, D.C. band who build huge multilayered waves of sound from four guitars, french horn, percussion, male-female vocals and more. Their energy is infectious in this exclusive performance recorded live on KEXP at Gibson Showroom in NYC.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/c9/c9c4a0d9-cfd0-4bba-9937-a49cbb09619b.mp3Monday, 15 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -070036:49kexp public radioThe Cinematic OrchestraJason Swinscoe and his band play explorative jazz parts that hover over lush electronic loops. They add orchestral textures and live vocals and instruments for a dreamy soundtrack to an imaginary movie.Jason Swinscoe and his band play explorative jazz parts that hover over lush electronic loops. They add orchestral textures and live vocals and instruments for a dreamy soundtrack to an imaginary movie.Jason Swinscoe and his band play explorative jazz parts that hover over lush electronic loops. They add orchestral textures and live vocals and instruments for a dreamy soundtrack to an imaginary movie.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/16/16ddaf70-debb-4822-90fb-7c14f03c5011.mp3Friday, 12 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -070025:52kexp public radioThe Jai-Alai Savant Chicago power trio The Jai-Alai Savant wrap post-punk, dance-hall reggae and frontman Ralph Darden's infectious personality into an irresistably frenetic blend of musical energy in this exclusive live performance for KEXP at Engine Studio in Chicago. Chicago power trio The Jai-Alai Savant wrap post-punk, dance-hall reggae and frontman Ralph Darden's infectious personality into an irresistably frenetic blend of musical energy in this exclusive live performance for KEXP at Engine Studio in Chicago. Chicago power trio The Jai-Alai Savant wrap post-punk, dance-hall reggae and frontman Ralph Darden's infectious personality into an irresistably frenetic blend of musical energy in this exclusive live performance for KEXP at Engine Studio in Chicago. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/1d/1daa6b01-9086-4fe3-a86f-575c0cdf8ae9.mp3Friday, 5 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -070031:25kexp public radioThe Twilight SadPrepare to be blown away by the torrential and anthemic sheets of sound generated by Scottish band The Twilight Sad in this powerful exclusive performance recorded live on KEXP at Engine Studios in Chicago.Prepare to be blown away by the torrential and anthemic sheets of sound generated by Scottish band The Twilight Sad in this powerful exclusive performance recorded live on KEXP at Engine Studios in Chicago.Prepare to be blown away by the torrential and anthemic sheets of sound generated by Scottish band The Twilight Sad in this powerful exclusive performance recorded live on KEXP at Engine Studios in Chicago.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/90/90315837-95c8-4542-a6a6-d352058049a4.mp3Thursday, 4 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -070030:49kexp public radioBeirutJoin multi-instrumentalist Zach Condon's Eastern bloc inspired band Beirut in this exclusive and otherworldly performance recorded live at Engine studios in Chicago on KEXP.Join multi-instrumentalist Zach Condon's Eastern bloc inspired band Beirut in this exclusive and otherworldly performance recorded live at Engine studios in Chicago on KEXP.Join multi-instrumentalist Zach Condon's Eastern bloc inspired band Beirut in this exclusive and otherworldly performance recorded live at Engine studios in Chicago on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/e5/e50569e0-c51f-488f-bba3-d26884fb6dac.mp3Wednesday, 3 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -070028:27kexp public radioThe Magic NumbersThree-quarters of the brother/sister brother/sister British group The Magic Numbers play a live acoustic set in the KEXP studios. Their sun-kissed folk-pop with plainspoken lyrics and amazing harmonies still shines bright.Three-quarters of the brother/sister brother/sister British group The Magic Numbers play a live acoustic set in the KEXP studios. Their sun-kissed folk-pop with plainspoken lyrics and amazing harmonies still shines bright.Three-quarters of the brother/sister brother/sister British group The Magic Numbers play a live acoustic set in the KEXP studios. Their sun-kissed folk-pop with plainspoken lyrics and amazing harmonies still shines bright.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/9e/9e842b03-5416-4e09-b40e-2cb2d67289ff.mp3Friday, 28 Sep 2007 12:00:00 -070038:23kexp public radioAnimal CollectiveCheck out this head-turning live set of entrancing and delightfully poppy noise-folk from Animal Collective. Campfire sing-a-long on Venus or exclusive KEXP performance? Check out this head-turning live set of entrancing and delightfully poppy noise-folk from Animal Collective. Campfire sing-a-long on Venus or exclusive KEXP performance? Check out this head-turning live set of entrancing and delightfully poppy noise-folk from Animal Collective. Campfire sing-a-long on Venus or exclusive KEXP performance? http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/bd/bd2fcd57-e53d-4572-818b-87b4deb75e75.mp3Monday, 24 Sep 2007 12:00:00 -070024:43kexp public radioMocean WorkerShake ya boogie with this exclusive live set from Mocean Worker. A great mix of live funky jazz and modern electronics recorded at Bumbershoot 2007 on KEXP.Shake ya boogie with this exclusive live set from Mocean Worker. A great mix of live funky jazz and modern electronics recorded at Bumbershoot 2007 on KEXP.Shake ya boogie with this exclusive live set from Mocean Worker. A great mix of live funky jazz and modern electronics recorded at Bumbershoot 2007 on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/9b/9b985810-f424-40ed-af12-33b05defc285.mp3Friday, 14 Sep 2007 12:00:00 -070026:27kexp public radioBattlesBattles invited some lucky fans to watch their sound-check performance at the Crocodile Café on July 5th before the official show started. The set was recorded and is now available for you to download. Enjoy the uniquely exciting and twisted world of Battles. Battles invited some lucky fans to watch their sound-check performance at the Crocodile Café on July 5th before the official show started. The set was recorded and is now available for you to download. Enjoy the uniquely exciting and twisted world of Battles. Battles invited some lucky fans to watch their sound-check performance at the Crocodile Café on July 5th before the official show started. The set was recorded and is now available for you to download. Enjoy the uniquely exciting and twisted world of Battles. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/00/00f9751f-b66a-4179-baaa-1f02c7e9abb8.mp3Friday, 7 Sep 2007 12:00:00 -070021:12kexp public radioDale WatsonAustin honky tonk man Dale Watson stops by KEXP for a great live set of tracks from his LP “From The Cradle To The Grave.” It’s no coincidence that the songs have a Johnny Cash feeling to them as the album was recorded in a Tennessee cabin that was once owned by the legend himself. Austin honky tonk man Dale Watson stops by KEXP for a great live set of tracks from his LP “From The Cradle To The Grave.” It’s no coincidence that the songs have a Johnny Cash feeling to them as the album was recorded in a Tennessee cabin that was once owned by the legend himself. Austin honky tonk man Dale Watson stops by KEXP for a great live set of tracks from his LP “From The Cradle To The Grave.” It’s no coincidence that the songs have a Johnny Cash feeling to them as the album was recorded in a Tennessee cabin that was once owned by the legend himself. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/59/5980ca01-25f8-454b-bfc4-f8de91ccfc36.mp3Friday, 31 Aug 2007 12:00:00 -070026:16kexp public radioBishop AllenBishop Allen is a Brooklyn based ensemble led by Harvard educated frontmen and songwriting duo Justin Rice and Christian Rudder. They play an infectiously diverse blend of catchy indie-pop songs from their 2nd album "The Broken String," which in turn were drawn from their ambitious yearlong EP-a-month project. Recorded live on KEXP.Bishop Allen is a Brooklyn based ensemble led by Harvard educated frontmen and songwriting duo Justin Rice and Christian Rudder. They play an infectiously diverse blend of catchy indie-pop songs from their 2nd album "The Broken String," which in turn were drawn from their ambitious yearlong EP-a-month project. Recorded live on KEXP.Bishop Allen is a Brooklyn based ensemble led by Harvard educated frontmen and songwriting duo Justin Rice and Christian Rudder. They play an infectiously diverse blend of catchy indie-pop songs from their 2nd album "The Broken String," which in turn were drawn from their ambitious yearlong EP-a-month project. Recorded live on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/70/70db26a4-ff6a-4093-a010-0920ddc3f299.mp3Thursday, 23 Aug 2007 12:00:00 -070018:27kexp public radioBrother AliBrother Ali Brother Ali is a talented MC from Minneapolis who’s equally adept at exposing his soul as he is at exposing the world’s inequality. Don’t get it twisted, though, this is party rockin’ music for certain, as is apparent in this live set of tracks from his release “The Undisputed Truth.” Brother Ali Brother Ali is a talented MC from Minneapolis who’s equally adept at exposing his soul as he is at exposing the world’s inequality. Don’t get it twisted, though, this is party rockin’ music for certain, as is apparent in this live set of tracks from his release “The Undisputed Truth.” Brother Ali Brother Ali is a talented MC from Minneapolis who’s equally adept at exposing his soul as he is at exposing the world’s inequality. Don’t get it twisted, though, this is party rockin’ music for certain, as is apparent in this live set of tracks from his release “The Undisputed Truth.” http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/7c/7c8eb7a6-cad7-42bb-ad44-1231a99540b7.mp3Friday, 17 Aug 2007 12:00:00 -070028:23kexp public radioDatarockGet your sexy nerd on with this Norwegian band and their 80's-inspired dance-pop with naughty lyrics and cheesy keyboards. Datarock play songs from their debut "Datarock Datarock" live at KEXP. Datarock 6/11/07 4 songs plus Full Performance: Ugly Primadonna, Computer Camp Love, I Used To Dance With My Daddy, Fa-Fa-Fa.Get your sexy nerd on with this Norwegian band and their 80's-inspired dance-pop with naughty lyrics and cheesy keyboards. Datarock play songs from their debut "Datarock Datarock" live at KEXP. Datarock 6/11/07 4 songs plus Full Performance: Ugly Primadonna, Computer Camp Love, I Used To Dance With My Daddy, Fa-Fa-Fa.Get your sexy nerd on with this Norwegian band and their 80's-inspired dance-pop with naughty lyrics and cheesy keyboards. Datarock play songs from their debut "Datarock Datarock" live at KEXP. Datarock 6/11/07 4 songs plus Full Performance: Ugly Primadonna, Computer Camp Love, I Used To Dance With My Daddy, Fa-Fa-Fa.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/aa/aa8b4568-2acf-4567-afc1-c1073e9fd6d6.mp3Friday, 10 Aug 2007 12:00:00 -070024:20kexp public radioVampire Weekend Poppy Brooklyn band Vampire Weekend play a set of short, catchy songs infused with African pop guitar styles and ska rhythms. Poppy Brooklyn band Vampire Weekend play a set of short, catchy songs infused with African pop guitar styles and ska rhythms. Poppy Brooklyn band Vampire Weekend play a set of short, catchy songs infused with African pop guitar styles and ska rhythms. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/34/342e435e-a449-4139-884b-5f152c5e7400.mp3Friday, 3 Aug 2007 12:00:00 -070018:35kexp public radioMarissa Nadler The summer of love may be over, but you might still catch the fall in the soft and breathy voice and finger-picked modal guitar stylings of folk artist Marissa Nadler's ethereal balladry. Recorded live on KEXP.The summer of love may be over, but you might still catch the fall in the soft and breathy voice and finger-picked modal guitar stylings of folk artist Marissa Nadler's ethereal balladry. Recorded live on KEXP.The summer of love may be over, but you might still catch the fall in the soft and breathy voice and finger-picked modal guitar stylings of folk artist Marissa Nadler's ethereal balladry. Recorded live on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/20/20ff90e7-0e45-41be-8385-28ba51152e85.mp3Friday, 27 Jul 2007 12:00:00 -070031:17kexp public radioBlue ScholarsPremier 206 hip-hop duo Blue Scholars stop by KEXP to perform tracks off of the sophomore LP “Bayani.” Sabzi’s slick, but crackin beats still partner perfectly with Geologic’s militant rhymes and easy flow.Premier 206 hip-hop duo Blue Scholars stop by KEXP to perform tracks off of the sophomore LP “Bayani.” Sabzi’s slick, but crackin beats still partner perfectly with Geologic’s militant rhymes and easy flow.Premier 206 hip-hop duo Blue Scholars stop by KEXP to perform tracks off of the sophomore LP “Bayani.” Sabzi’s slick, but crackin beats still partner perfectly with Geologic’s militant rhymes and easy flow.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/60/6048f323-01e4-4c29-a532-2253cfa0ca24.mp3Friday, 20 Jul 2007 12:00:00 -070026:37kexp public radioThe WrensNew Jersey indie-rock outfit The Wrens will keep you on the edge of your seat with their tense, passionate sound that goes from the faintest wisp to the thickest distortion. Hold on tight and listen in to this live at KEXP performance, recorded 6/9/07 -- Hopeless, I Guess We're Done, Thirteen Grand, She Sends KissesNew Jersey indie-rock outfit The Wrens will keep you on the edge of your seat with their tense, passionate sound that goes from the faintest wisp to the thickest distortion. Hold on tight and listen in to this live at KEXP performance, recorded 6/9/07 -- Hopeless, I Guess We're Done, Thirteen Grand, She Sends KissesNew Jersey indie-rock outfit The Wrens will keep you on the edge of your seat with their tense, passionate sound that goes from the faintest wisp to the thickest distortion. Hold on tight and listen in to this live at KEXP performance, recorded 6/9/07 -- Hopeless, I Guess We're Done, Thirteen Grand, She Sends Kisseshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/80/80ac00e4-7b3e-42e8-95df-78852cfba201.mp3Friday, 13 Jul 2007 12:00:00 -070030:03kexp public radioBlitzen Trapper Based in roots-rock but wildly eclectic, this Portland band is busy hopping genres like a one-legged cowboy in a butt-kicking contest. Blitzen Trapper plays tracks from “Wild Mountain Nation” live on KEXP, 6/23/07. 4 songs plus Full Performance: Devil's A-Go-Go, Miss Spiritual Tramp, Country Caravan, Wild Mountain NationBased in roots-rock but wildly eclectic, this Portland band is busy hopping genres like a one-legged cowboy in a butt-kicking contest. Blitzen Trapper plays tracks from “Wild Mountain Nation” live on KEXP, 6/23/07. 4 songs plus Full Performance: Devil's A-Go-Go, Miss Spiritual Tramp, Country Caravan, Wild Mountain NationBased in roots-rock but wildly eclectic, this Portland band is busy hopping genres like a one-legged cowboy in a butt-kicking contest. Blitzen Trapper plays tracks from “Wild Mountain Nation” live on KEXP, 6/23/07. 4 songs plus Full Performance: Devil's A-Go-Go, Miss Spiritual Tramp, Country Caravan, Wild Mountain Nationhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/6b/6bbfc738-f9e9-4610-beb7-c8e2b54733d7.mp3Friday, 6 Jul 2007 12:00:00 -070015:27kexp public radioRyan ShawRyan Shaw is a young singer raised on gospel and making contemporary music with the feeling and sound of classic soul. While his powerful voice matches the covers he does perfectly, his original tunes are just as swell. He’s joined by a tight three-piece in this live at KEXP exclusive performance, recorded on 5/23/07. 5 songs: A Change Is Gonna Come, Lookin' For A Love, Nobody, We Got Love, Do The 45Ryan Shaw is a young singer raised on gospel and making contemporary music with the feeling and sound of classic soul. While his powerful voice matches the covers he does perfectly, his original tunes are just as swell. He’s joined by a tight three-piece in this live at KEXP exclusive performance, recorded on 5/23/07. 5 songs: A Change Is Gonna Come, Lookin' For A Love, Nobody, We Got Love, Do The 45Ryan Shaw is a young singer raised on gospel and making contemporary music with the feeling and sound of classic soul. While his powerful voice matches the covers he does perfectly, his original tunes are just as swell. He’s joined by a tight three-piece in this live at KEXP exclusive performance, recorded on 5/23/07. 5 songs: A Change Is Gonna Come, Lookin' For A Love, Nobody, We Got Love, Do The 45http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/d2/d22bb41a-0035-412a-b532-b7807ddfe871.mp3Friday, 29 Jun 2007 12:00:00 -070027:58kexp public radioThe Watson Twins Adding a velvety mix of country, soul and gospel to their original folk ballads, The Watson Twins – Chandra and Leigh – perform a transcendent live set at KEXP. The Watson Twins 5/22/07 4 songs Southern Manners, Friend and Foe, Darlin' Song, Old WaysAdding a velvety mix of country, soul and gospel to their original folk ballads, The Watson Twins – Chandra and Leigh – perform a transcendent live set at KEXP. The Watson Twins 5/22/07 4 songs Southern Manners, Friend and Foe, Darlin' Song, Old WaysAdding a velvety mix of country, soul and gospel to their original folk ballads, The Watson Twins – Chandra and Leigh – perform a transcendent live set at KEXP. The Watson Twins 5/22/07 4 songs Southern Manners, Friend and Foe, Darlin' Song, Old Wayshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/b9/b9b586e2-753f-4f7e-ba9c-462b64502265.mp3Friday, 22 Jun 2007 12:00:00 -070025:44kexp public radioLifesavasThis PDX trio is bringing the funk back to hip-hop for certain. The Lifesavas LP "Gutterfly" is a pseudo-concept soundtrack about an imaginary blaxpoitation film. Much like Curtis Mayfield's "Superfly" they speak about street struggles not to glorify, but to educate and uplift. This live set features tracks from that album. And it knocks. Lifesavas 5/9/07 4 songs Double Up, Gutterfly, Shine Language, SuperburnThis PDX trio is bringing the funk back to hip-hop for certain. The Lifesavas LP "Gutterfly" is a pseudo-concept soundtrack about an imaginary blaxpoitation film. Much like Curtis Mayfield's "Superfly" they speak about street struggles not to glorify, but to educate and uplift. This live set features tracks from that album. And it knocks. Lifesavas 5/9/07 4 songs Double Up, Gutterfly, Shine Language, SuperburnThis PDX trio is bringing the funk back to hip-hop for certain. The Lifesavas LP "Gutterfly" is a pseudo-concept soundtrack about an imaginary blaxpoitation film. Much like Curtis Mayfield's "Superfly" they speak about street struggles not to glorify, but to educate and uplift. This live set features tracks from that album. And it knocks. Lifesavas 5/9/07 4 songs Double Up, Gutterfly, Shine Language, Superburnhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/4a/4a861513-39d3-4928-90f3-76cd64d467e3.mp3Friday, 15 Jun 2007 12:00:00 -070019:59kexp public radio!!!Whataya mean you don't dance to rock bands? You do now. !!!'s take on the punk-funk sound is smart, fun and down right funky. This live set features tracks from "Myth Takes" and is sure to incite hip movement. Yeah, I'm talking to you too, hipster. !!! 5/3/07 4 songs Myth Takes, Heart Of Hearts, Yadnus, Must Be The Moon Whataya mean you don't dance to rock bands? You do now. !!!'s take on the punk-funk sound is smart, fun and down right funky. This live set features tracks from "Myth Takes" and is sure to incite hip movement. Yeah, I'm talking to you too, hipster. !!! 5/3/07 4 songs Myth Takes, Heart Of Hearts, Yadnus, Must Be The Moon Whataya mean you don't dance to rock bands? You do now. !!!'s take on the punk-funk sound is smart, fun and down right funky. This live set features tracks from "Myth Takes" and is sure to incite hip movement. Yeah, I'm talking to you too, hipster. !!! 5/3/07 4 songs Myth Takes, Heart Of Hearts, Yadnus, Must Be The Moon http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/2c/2c2afc37-5ced-4b2a-a52d-1a77f72e4b7d.mp3Friday, 8 Jun 2007 12:00:00 -070024:58kexp public radioHarlem ShakesBrooklyn's Harlem Shakes bring their classic pop meets contemporary NYC swagger to the KEXP studios for a live set. There's wonderful musical depth and often wry lyrics along with catchy harmonies and big guitar/keyboard hooks. Harlem Shakes 5/5/07 4 songs 1. Sickos 2. untitled 3. Red Right Hands 4. Old FlamesBrooklyn's Harlem Shakes bring their classic pop meets contemporary NYC swagger to the KEXP studios for a live set. There's wonderful musical depth and often wry lyrics along with catchy harmonies and big guitar/keyboard hooks. Harlem Shakes 5/5/07 4 songs 1. Sickos 2. untitled 3. Red Right Hands 4. Old FlamesBrooklyn's Harlem Shakes bring their classic pop meets contemporary NYC swagger to the KEXP studios for a live set. There's wonderful musical depth and often wry lyrics along with catchy harmonies and big guitar/keyboard hooks. Harlem Shakes 5/5/07 4 songs 1. Sickos 2. untitled 3. Red Right Hands 4. Old Flameshttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/dd/dd25cfc1-789d-4efd-970e-2a3ff26168f4.mp3Friday, 1 Jun 2007 12:00:00 -070023:20kexp public radioLymbyc Systym A live set of instrumentals by Tempe, Arizona duo Lymbyc Systym recorded at KEXP. Track List: 1. Love Your Abuser 2. Astrology Days 3. Birds 4. Truth SkullA live set of instrumentals by Tempe, Arizona duo Lymbyc Systym recorded at KEXP. Track List: 1. Love Your Abuser 2. Astrology Days 3. Birds 4. Truth SkullA live set of instrumentals by Tempe, Arizona duo Lymbyc Systym recorded at KEXP. Track List: 1. Love Your Abuser 2. Astrology Days 3. Birds 4. Truth Skullhttp://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/b6/b668d946-2483-4255-889c-03a66f35722b.mp3Friday, 25 May 2007 12:00:00 -070027:01kexp public radioThe Greyboy AllstarsContemporary jazz-funk champions The Greyboy Allstars reunited in 2007 to release "What Happened To TV?" - their first LP in almost a decade. This Golden State collective prove that they're as tight as ever in this funky live set that features songs from said album. "Jazz flute has always been a small passion of mine." The Greyboy Allstars 4/18/07 4 songs + interview Still Waiting, V Neck Sweater, What Happened To TV?, Deck Shoes Contemporary jazz-funk champions The Greyboy Allstars reunited in 2007 to release "What Happened To TV?" - their first LP in almost a decade. This Golden State collective prove that they're as tight as ever in this funky live set that features songs from said album. "Jazz flute has always been a small passion of mine." The Greyboy Allstars 4/18/07 4 songs + interview Still Waiting, V Neck Sweater, What Happened To TV?, Deck Shoes Contemporary jazz-funk champions The Greyboy Allstars reunited in 2007 to release "What Happened To TV?" - their first LP in almost a decade. This Golden State collective prove that they're as tight as ever in this funky live set that features songs from said album. "Jazz flute has always been a small passion of mine." The Greyboy Allstars 4/18/07 4 songs + interview Still Waiting, V Neck Sweater, What Happened To TV?, Deck Shoes http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/c4/c4a5dc90-f378-4cb1-abe5-d64499e7fccd.mp3Monday, 21 May 2007 12:00:00 -070000:22:02kexp public radioTed Leo and the PharmacistsTed Leo has an instantly recognizable, yet truly unique sound. Take elements from '60s mod, '70s hard rock, '80s UK anti-folk and mix in some power-pop, a touch of reggae and a large dose of punk rock spirit and you’re getting close. This live @ KEXP session was recorded at The Triple Door. Ted Leo has an instantly recognizable, yet truly unique sound. Take elements from '60s mod, '70s hard rock, '80s UK anti-folk and mix in some power-pop, a touch of reggae and a large dose of punk rock spirit and you’re getting close. This live @ KEXP session was recorded at The Triple Door. Ted Leo has an instantly recognizable, yet truly unique sound. Take elements from '60s mod, '70s hard rock, '80s UK anti-folk and mix in some power-pop, a touch of reggae and a large dose of punk rock spirit and you’re getting close. This live @ KEXP session was recorded at The Triple Door. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/c8/c87f510d-eda7-4b9e-8283-bf0206ad0a07.mp3Thursday, 10 May 2007 12:00:00 -070045:09:00kexp public radioThe GourdsThe Gourds put on a rip-roaring live show in the KEXP studios. This Austin band’s music is a wonderful blend of roots-rock mixed with country, blues, Tex-Mex, Cajun and a healthy dose of good humor.The Gourds put on a rip-roaring live show in the KEXP studios. This Austin band’s music is a wonderful blend of roots-rock mixed with country, blues, Tex-Mex, Cajun and a healthy dose of good humor.The Gourds put on a rip-roaring live show in the KEXP studios. This Austin band’s music is a wonderful blend of roots-rock mixed with country, blues, Tex-Mex, Cajun and a healthy dose of good humor.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/03/03a0b347-366d-41b9-baf9-0f06b1ab87b4.mp3Monday, 7 May 2007 12:00:00 -070024:24kexp public radio120 DaysNorwegian electro-rockers 120 Days have an intense, hypnotic sound combining melodic elements of dark 80’s Manchester pop, the Kraut rock rhythms of Neu! and Kraftwerk, and black-leather jacket vocals. Recorded live @ KEXP. Norwegian electro-rockers 120 Days have an intense, hypnotic sound combining melodic elements of dark 80’s Manchester pop, the Kraut rock rhythms of Neu! and Kraftwerk, and black-leather jacket vocals. Recorded live @ KEXP. Norwegian electro-rockers 120 Days have an intense, hypnotic sound combining melodic elements of dark 80’s Manchester pop, the Kraut rock rhythms of Neu! and Kraftwerk, and black-leather jacket vocals. Recorded live @ KEXP. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/ab/ab213699-fbd2-43a4-9dd1-1c880a2e6dd9.mp3Friday, 27 Apr 2007 12:00:00 -070029:58kexp public radioSon VoltLegendary alt-country rockers Son Volt do a mellow and memorable live performance in the KEXP studios. Jay Farrar and company add to the classic Son Volt sound with some harmonica and keys in this set that features tracks from the release "The Search."Legendary alt-country rockers Son Volt do a mellow and memorable live performance in the KEXP studios. Jay Farrar and company add to the classic Son Volt sound with some harmonica and keys in this set that features tracks from the release "The Search."Legendary alt-country rockers Son Volt do a mellow and memorable live performance in the KEXP studios. Jay Farrar and company add to the classic Son Volt sound with some harmonica and keys in this set that features tracks from the release "The Search."http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/e4/e4b84b34-e48f-407e-969d-b1971afa64e0.mp3Friday, 20 Apr 2007 12:00:00 -070020:19kexp public radioMidlakeA live set of folk-pop from Texas band Midlake recorded at KEXP.A live set of folk-pop from Texas band Midlake recorded at KEXP.A live set of folk-pop from Texas band Midlake recorded at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/6f/6ff6634c-08bf-400e-973b-bb08d92f118a.mp3Friday, 13 Apr 2007 12:00:00 -070019:03kexp public radioThe BlakesThis Seattle trio has the recipe for perfect jangley garage rock. It’s slick and catchy with a dirty swagger that won’t leave that nasty sweet taste in your mouth. The Blakes perform tracks off of their self-titled LP live on KEXP. This Seattle trio has the recipe for perfect jangley garage rock. It’s slick and catchy with a dirty swagger that won’t leave that nasty sweet taste in your mouth. The Blakes perform tracks off of their self-titled LP live on KEXP. This Seattle trio has the recipe for perfect jangley garage rock. It’s slick and catchy with a dirty swagger that won’t leave that nasty sweet taste in your mouth. The Blakes perform tracks off of their self-titled LP live on KEXP. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/17/1731a2f2-135f-413b-8c55-aa401d4a4da8.mp3Friday, 6 Apr 2007 12:00:00 -070019:43kexp public radioThe English BeatAn incredible live set from legendary UK ska revivalists The English Beat. The current incarnation of the band is super tight and their mix of punk and pop with the sounds of Jamaica is just as exciting as it was in the early '80s.An incredible live set from legendary UK ska revivalists The English Beat. The current incarnation of the band is super tight and their mix of punk and pop with the sounds of Jamaica is just as exciting as it was in the early '80s.An incredible live set from legendary UK ska revivalists The English Beat. The current incarnation of the band is super tight and their mix of punk and pop with the sounds of Jamaica is just as exciting as it was in the early '80s.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/c6/c6543865-c0f4-46d0-a17e-a63c44e535c3.mp3Friday, 30 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -070050:30kexp public radioSparklehorseListen in to this exclusive performance of dreary folk-pop from Mark Linkous (AKA Sparklehorse) recorded at KEXP. It’s a dark, innocent and engaging live setwith a variety of vocals tones and some subtle sonic experimentation. Listen in to this exclusive performance of dreary folk-pop from Mark Linkous (AKA Sparklehorse) recorded at KEXP. It’s a dark, innocent and engaging live setwith a variety of vocals tones and some subtle sonic experimentation. Listen in to this exclusive performance of dreary folk-pop from Mark Linkous (AKA Sparklehorse) recorded at KEXP. It’s a dark, innocent and engaging live setwith a variety of vocals tones and some subtle sonic experimentation. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/28/28bcce2c-4d1f-4d69-b734-be2103ad3eeb.mp3Friday, 23 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -070020:50kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: The StoogesKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from The Stooges on 3/16/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from The Stooges on 3/16/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from The Stooges on 3/16/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/b6/b6fe3ee0-bff2-49e7-8f08-84f207e20cbc.mp3Friday, 16 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:20:15kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: Okkervil RiverKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Okkervil River on 3/16/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Okkervil River on 3/16/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Okkervil River on 3/16/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/f9/f9be5871-ac5b-47ff-8ffc-20ffc7ae8841.mp3Friday, 16 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:31:01kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: Under ByenKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Under Byen on 3/16/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Under Byen on 3/16/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Under Byen on 3/16/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/01/019df6a7-5b23-435a-a397-a2084ca41e9e.mp3Friday, 16 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:34:04kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: BeirutKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Beirut on 3/16/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Beirut on 3/16/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Beirut on 3/16/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/20/20606380-027a-4cbc-a49e-df5c1da5f59c.mp3Friday, 16 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:57:29kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: Peter Bjorn & JohnKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Peter Bjorn & John on 3/15/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Peter Bjorn & John on 3/15/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Peter Bjorn & John on 3/15/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/bc/bc94672c-f436-46e3-8de5-52650d6e79ce.mp3Thursday, 15 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:25:32kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: The HollowaysKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from The Holloways on 3/15/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from The Holloways on 3/15/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from The Holloways on 3/15/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/03/03f79e30-7d86-41bc-a5a9-5e3c67fe038b.mp3Thursday, 15 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:16:26kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: Fujiya & MiyagiKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Fujiya & Miyagi on 3/15/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Fujiya & Miyagi on 3/15/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Fujiya & Miyagi on 3/15/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/41/413b8587-8c9c-4682-bdde-eb342c8d9df9.mp3Thursday, 15 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:25:36kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: Apples in StereoKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Apples in Stereo on 3/15/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Apples in Stereo on 3/15/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Apples in Stereo on 3/15/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/af/af240671-f4ba-4a20-b004-4f0718eabf0c.mp3Thursday, 15 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -070029:22kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: The Early YearsKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from The Early Years on 3/14/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from The Early Years on 3/14/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from The Early Years on 3/14/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/7f/7f4d5ed7-6cbe-4708-8d78-9e9ec3ed2d9e.mp3Wednesday, 14 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:29:12kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: Ghostland ObservatoryKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Ghostland Observatory on 3/14/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Ghostland Observatory on 3/14/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Ghostland Observatory on 3/14/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/01/0162b00c-1372-4b7c-8ba7-ea1cd3daf62c.mp3Wednesday, 14 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:40:07kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: Earl GreyhoundKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Earl Greyhound on 3/14/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Earl Greyhound on 3/14/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Earl Greyhound on 3/14/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/7e/7e63c93e-fd64-4a7a-89db-d2f88596089d.mp3Wednesday, 14 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:33:51kexp public radioKEXP at SXSW 2007: MewKEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Mew on 3/14/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Mew on 3/14/2007.KEXP brings you the 2007 SXSW Music Festival. DJs John Richards, Cheryl Waters, and Kevin Cole are broadcasting live from the Austin City Limits Studios including live performances from Ghostland Observatory, Earl Greyhound, Mew, Peter Bjorn & John, Fujiya & Miyagi, Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Under Byen, Beirut and more. Listen to this exclusive live performance from Mew on 3/14/2007.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/cf/cf267dfc-3af1-48e5-a499-3843f1d63ac6.mp3Wednesday, 14 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:34:58kexp public radioDeerhoofSan Francisco band Deerhoof visit KEXP for a playfully percussive set of edgy, melodic indie rock.San Francisco band Deerhoof visit KEXP for a playfully percussive set of edgy, melodic indie rock.San Francisco band Deerhoof visit KEXP for a playfully percussive set of edgy, melodic indie rock.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/7b/7b3e8ca8-c985-42f5-a966-c5689108b2f6.mp3Friday, 9 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -07000:24:03kexp public radioBlue Scholars - Live at KEXPSeattle duo Blue Scholars return for a set of conscious hip-hop. Live at KEXP.Seattle duo Blue Scholars return for a set of conscious hip-hop. Live at KEXP.Seattle duo Blue Scholars return for a set of conscious hip-hop. Live at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/2a/2af6391b-894f-482d-9582-0c8d97e7d602.mp3Friday, 2 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -070026:37kexp public radioTom BrosseauTom Brosseau is joined by Hillary Hahn for an intimate acoustic set. Live at KEXP.Tom Brosseau is joined by Hillary Hahn for an intimate acoustic set. Live at KEXP.Tom Brosseau is joined by Hillary Hahn for an intimate acoustic set. Live at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/b1/b149ffbd-1938-4c97-abda-d14443039673.mp3Friday, 23 Feb 2007 12:00:00 -070023:36kexp public radioForward, Russia!Join Forward Russia for a live session recorded at the CMJ Conference in NYC. Drowned In Sound Webzine" describes this band as a: "...liquid dance in punk masquerade. They are the spiked ball on the end of a giant mace, but sharpened sharper than razors."Join Forward Russia for a live session recorded at the CMJ Conference in NYC. Drowned In Sound Webzine" describes this band as a: "...liquid dance in punk masquerade. They are the spiked ball on the end of a giant mace, but sharpened sharper than razors."Join Forward Russia for a live session recorded at the CMJ Conference in NYC. Drowned In Sound Webzine" describes this band as a: "...liquid dance in punk masquerade. They are the spiked ball on the end of a giant mace, but sharpened sharper than razors."http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/8b/8b3e5885-0d07-4f66-9be2-c0748fe09f1f.mp3Thursday, 15 Feb 2007 12:00:00 -070026:10kexp public radioSilversun PickupsA live set of psychedelic indie-pop from L.A.'s Silversun Pickups recorded on KEXP.A live set of psychedelic indie-pop from L.A.'s Silversun Pickups recorded on KEXP.A live set of psychedelic indie-pop from L.A.'s Silversun Pickups recorded on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/d0/d0f9c0c8-7ce1-4ac4-9b4d-54bdd8228af8.mp3Friday, 9 Feb 2007 12:00:00 -070030:59kexp public radioGrizzly BearSnug inside warm guitar tones, sad and hopeful vocal melodies reach to the cloudy sky. Brooklyn band Grizzly Bear's folk, indie and pop elements come together for hazy, emotional song-pictures. Live at KEXP.Snug inside warm guitar tones, sad and hopeful vocal melodies reach to the cloudy sky. Brooklyn band Grizzly Bear's folk, indie and pop elements come together for hazy, emotional song-pictures. Live at KEXP.Snug inside warm guitar tones, sad and hopeful vocal melodies reach to the cloudy sky. Brooklyn band Grizzly Bear's folk, indie and pop elements come together for hazy, emotional song-pictures. Live at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/0d/0db968f9-fa48-47f2-861f-ad32c87e8028.mp3Friday, 2 Feb 2007 12:00:00 -070029:40kexp public radioThe GratesThis Australian trio rocks the KEXP studios with their mischievous and catchy racket that blends garage, punk and roots styles. This Australian trio rocks the KEXP studios with their mischievous and catchy racket that blends garage, punk and roots styles. This Australian trio rocks the KEXP studios with their mischievous and catchy racket that blends garage, punk and roots styles. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/e5/e58c5d98-c46f-4370-b1d1-dba8e4f32838.mp3Friday, 26 Jan 2007 12:00:00 -070023:04kexp public radioSierra Leone's Refugee All StarsAn uplifting live set from Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars who combine reggae and African pop.An uplifting live set from Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars who combine reggae and African pop.An uplifting live set from Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars who combine reggae and African pop.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/43/431c25fb-35c1-418f-b8c8-153a339074a3.mp3Friday, 19 Jan 2007 12:00:00 -070027:38kexp public radioBorn RuffiansA live set of punk influenced indie-pop from the young Toronto band Born Ruffians.A live set of punk influenced indie-pop from the young Toronto band Born Ruffians.A live set of punk influenced indie-pop from the young Toronto band Born Ruffians.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/c0/c029bac3-3d91-4c76-8be7-1786c4a7ed47.mp3Friday, 12 Jan 2007 12:00:00 -070018:04kexp public radioBeirutThe sounds of Eastern Europe blend with indie-folk in this live performance from Beirut.The sounds of Eastern Europe blend with indie-folk in this live performance from Beirut.The sounds of Eastern Europe blend with indie-folk in this live performance from Beirut.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/65/6541cc06-2a18-4312-8ad5-7937df6a6ea3.mp3Friday, 5 Jan 2007 12:00:00 -070028:23kexp public radioThe Transmissionary SixAcoustic guitar and smoky vocals roll through local duo The Transmissionary Six's mix of roots twang and psych-pop.Acoustic guitar and smoky vocals roll through local duo The Transmissionary Six's mix of roots twang and psych-pop.Acoustic guitar and smoky vocals roll through local duo The Transmissionary Six's mix of roots twang and psych-pop.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/7c/7ccfb99a-d4e6-49e9-a425-1b8da4deb637.mp3Tuesday, 2 Jan 2007 12:00:00 -070040:02kexp public radioJeremy EnigkFormer Sunny Day Real Estate frontman Jeremy Enigk plays an extraordinary live concert on KEXP at Bumbershoot 2006. Former Sunny Day Real Estate frontman Jeremy Enigk plays an extraordinary live concert on KEXP at Bumbershoot 2006. Former Sunny Day Real Estate frontman Jeremy Enigk plays an extraordinary live concert on KEXP at Bumbershoot 2006. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/cb/cbad3f4b-d935-4ee3-a494-45b8368e6db5.mp3Friday, 22 Dec 2006 12:00:00 -070032:03kexp public radioDengue FeverCambodian psych-pop from L.A.'s Dengue Fever recorded live on KEXP from Bumbershoot.Cambodian psych-pop from L.A.'s Dengue Fever recorded live on KEXP from Bumbershoot.Cambodian psych-pop from L.A.'s Dengue Fever recorded live on KEXP from Bumbershoot.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/bc/bc6e0d45-a515-4f71-bd81-5ea775a56d5a.mp3Friday, 15 Dec 2006 12:00:00 -070031:49kexp public radioMichael FrantiKEXP celebrated Ballard - the Seattle neighborhood that pledged the most during the 2006 pledge drive - with a day-long celebration. Hear the crowd sing and cheer along with hip hop artist Michael Franti as he performs soulful acoustic originals at local record store Sonic Boom.KEXP celebrated Ballard - the Seattle neighborhood that pledged the most during the 2006 pledge drive - with a day-long celebration. Hear the crowd sing and cheer along with hip hop artist Michael Franti as he performs soulful acoustic originals at local record store Sonic Boom.KEXP celebrated Ballard - the Seattle neighborhood that pledged the most during the 2006 pledge drive - with a day-long celebration. Hear the crowd sing and cheer along with hip hop artist Michael Franti as he performs soulful acoustic originals at local record store Sonic Boom.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/c8/c81e2d87-38eb-4157-a579-686970227e83.mp3Friday, 8 Dec 2006 12:00:00 -070040:15kexp public radioJamie LidellBritish producer/vocalist Jamie Lidell sings soul music over club beats. In this live at KEXP session Jamie pulls the beats back and lays out some stripped-down organic soul originals.British producer/vocalist Jamie Lidell sings soul music over club beats. In this live at KEXP session Jamie pulls the beats back and lays out some stripped-down organic soul originals.British producer/vocalist Jamie Lidell sings soul music over club beats. In this live at KEXP session Jamie pulls the beats back and lays out some stripped-down organic soul originals.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/b5/b5b867ec-857e-437c-9a6d-c4d2a1371d64.mp3Friday, 1 Dec 2006 12:00:00 -070025:10kexp public radioRatatatBrooklyn band Ratatat create icy-warm groove-oriented instrumentals live at KEXP.Brooklyn band Ratatat create icy-warm groove-oriented instrumentals live at KEXP.Brooklyn band Ratatat create icy-warm groove-oriented instrumentals live at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/da/da31ec3e-c75d-4a5f-80f0-398ac512e080.mp3Monday, 27 Nov 2006 12:00:00 -070028:04kexp public radioThe Black AngelsDrawing from 60's psychedelic melodies and effects and post-punk 80's distorted guitar Austin's The Black Angels rock your brain, live at KEXP.Drawing from 60's psychedelic melodies and effects and post-punk 80's distorted guitar Austin's The Black Angels rock your brain, live at KEXP.Drawing from 60's psychedelic melodies and effects and post-punk 80's distorted guitar Austin's The Black Angels rock your brain, live at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/e7/e79da8b0-c228-4b5b-a677-b80d32c0b326.mp3Friday, 17 Nov 2006 12:00:00 -070034:53kexp public radioCulture Musical ClubA lovely live performance from Zanzibar's most famous exponent of taarab music. It's a unique blend of East African and Arabic sounds with vibrant drums, strings and poetic vocals.A lovely live performance from Zanzibar's most famous exponent of taarab music. It's a unique blend of East African and Arabic sounds with vibrant drums, strings and poetic vocals.A lovely live performance from Zanzibar's most famous exponent of taarab music. It's a unique blend of East African and Arabic sounds with vibrant drums, strings and poetic vocals.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/8b/8b3e2d30-95b4-45e1-bccd-32e6e756b81b.mp3Thursday, 9 Nov 2006 12:00:00 -070036:12kexp public radioThe ThermalsPortland band The Thermals performs songs from "The Body The Blood The Machine" live on KEXP.Portland band The Thermals performs songs from "The Body The Blood The Machine" live on KEXP.Portland band The Thermals performs songs from "The Body The Blood The Machine" live on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/9a/9acfb9ee-7057-4fa6-a972-862f0c12f2fe.mp3Friday, 3 Nov 2006 12:00:00 -070016:29kexp public radioThe ShackeltonsChambersburg, PA band The Shackeltons play live on KEXP in New York City.Chambersburg, PA band The Shackeltons play live on KEXP in New York City.Chambersburg, PA band The Shackeltons play live on KEXP in New York City.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/7e/7e05e6d8-15c6-4baf-af64-4a335666c58d.mp3Friday, 3 Nov 2006 12:00:00 -070031:02kexp public radioLow Frequency In StereoNorwegian band Low Frequency In Stereo plays a hard driving set Live at Gigantic Studios in NYC on KEXP.Norwegian band Low Frequency In Stereo plays a hard driving set Live at Gigantic Studios in NYC on KEXP.Norwegian band Low Frequency In Stereo plays a hard driving set Live at Gigantic Studios in NYC on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/9e/9ef5804b-38de-4b57-bfed-738fa5e31772.mp3Thursday, 2 Nov 2006 12:00:00 -070028:45kexp public radioCanadaCanada live on KEXP from CMJ in New York City.Canada live on KEXP from CMJ in New York City.Canada live on KEXP from CMJ in New York City.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/a2/a27f320d-1fa3-4833-b00c-1702862a2605.mp3Wednesday, 1 Nov 2006 12:00:00 -070023:28kexp public radioWhat Made Milwaukee FamousWhat Made Milwaukee Famous live on KEXP from CMJ in New York City.What Made Milwaukee Famous live on KEXP from CMJ in New York City.What Made Milwaukee Famous live on KEXP from CMJ in New York City.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/41/41a100a2-be66-46dd-8117-6ac9b701b353.mp3Tuesday, 31 Oct 2006 12:00:00 -070024:46kexp public radioDarc MindDarc Mind recorded live on KEXP from CMJ in New York City.Darc Mind recorded live on KEXP from CMJ in New York City.Darc Mind recorded live on KEXP from CMJ in New York City.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/09/093e0e1e-a846-41a2-b60b-946231013384.mp3Monday, 30 Oct 2006 12:00:00 -070026:27kexp public radioM. WardA live performance from singer/songwriter M. Ward recorded live on KEXP in Chicago.A live performance from singer/songwriter M. Ward recorded live on KEXP in Chicago.A live performance from singer/songwriter M. Ward recorded live on KEXP in Chicago.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/43/43256de5-fbd3-4ac3-bd4d-4c2c5294cc4f.mp3Friday, 27 Oct 2006 12:00:00 -070018:00kexp public radioJunior BoysAn exclusive live KEXP performance from the Ontario duo Junior Boys.An exclusive live KEXP performance from the Ontario duo Junior Boys.An exclusive live KEXP performance from the Ontario duo Junior Boys.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/9a/9a67b31d-fa53-453a-85cf-5dc48d2e63b3.mp3Friday, 20 Oct 2006 12:00:00 -070023:21kexp public radioMacklemoreA live performance from Northwest MC Macklemore at Bumbershoot 2006.A live performance from Northwest MC Macklemore at Bumbershoot 2006.A live performance from Northwest MC Macklemore at Bumbershoot 2006.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/81/815fd716-72bb-465d-a941-975e5b69f1f1.mp3Friday, 13 Oct 2006 12:00:00 -070031:21kexp public radioCold War Kids, Dr. Dog, Elvis PerkinsA unique KEXP live performance featuring each band doing a couple songs and backing the other groups on theirs.A unique KEXP live performance featuring each band doing a couple songs and backing the other groups on theirs.A unique KEXP live performance featuring each band doing a couple songs and backing the other groups on theirs.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/4f/4f598270-aadb-4ba5-ae54-9991dbf535b8.mp3Friday, 6 Oct 2006 12:00:00 -070028:19kexp public radioThe Little OnesA live set of sunny indie-pop from L.A. band The Little Ones recorded at KEXP. A live set of sunny indie-pop from L.A. band The Little Ones recorded at KEXP. A live set of sunny indie-pop from L.A. band The Little Ones recorded at KEXP. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/96/960732c0-b9a1-439d-a8c1-614f50f149e0.mp3Friday, 29 Sep 2006 12:00:00 -070027:05kexp public radioJuana MolinaTraditional Argentine music blends with modern beats in this live performance from Juana Molina.Traditional Argentine music blends with modern beats in this live performance from Juana Molina.Traditional Argentine music blends with modern beats in this live performance from Juana Molina.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/49/49089b49-03b0-4094-935b-3d45c5054a2e.mp3Friday, 22 Sep 2006 12:00:00 -070040:34kexp public radioSpank RockA hip-hop set from Baltimore crew Spank Rock recorded live on KEXP.A hip-hop set from Baltimore crew Spank Rock recorded live on KEXP.A hip-hop set from Baltimore crew Spank Rock recorded live on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/a7/a7c2c615-105d-437b-9724-dbbcc5f6e276.mp3Friday, 15 Sep 2006 12:00:00 -070022:08kexp public radioWalter MeegoKEXP presents Walter Meego live from Engine Studios in Chicago.KEXP presents Walter Meego live from Engine Studios in Chicago.KEXP presents Walter Meego live from Engine Studios in Chicago.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/fc/fc3d5f7b-ff22-4d45-b270-beb98f5a0b36.mp3Friday, 8 Sep 2006 12:00:00 -070023:59kexp public radioThe ChangesKEXP presents The Changes Live from Engine Studios in Chicago.KEXP presents The Changes Live from Engine Studios in Chicago.KEXP presents The Changes Live from Engine Studios in Chicago.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/d1/d176c1b7-1072-49d6-adcc-8ea1d50ac78f.mp3Friday, 8 Sep 2006 12:00:00 -070023:38kexp public radioThe Black AngelsAustin's The Black Angels perform live on KEXP from The Triple Door.Austin's The Black Angels perform live on KEXP from The Triple Door.Austin's The Black Angels perform live on KEXP from The Triple Door.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/b9/b9006a26-9d03-49b0-90b4-c5fb0e0b5abb.mp3Friday, 8 Sep 2006 12:00:00 -070045:09kexp public radioCamera ObscuraScottish band Camera Obscura's melancholy pop songs are as soft and familiar as a treasured, faded photograph in this session of languid originals recorded live at KEXP.Scottish band Camera Obscura's melancholy pop songs are as soft and familiar as a treasured, faded photograph in this session of languid originals recorded live at KEXP.Scottish band Camera Obscura's melancholy pop songs are as soft and familiar as a treasured, faded photograph in this session of languid originals recorded live at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/98/9888aa1b-a2d4-49e8-a4d9-dc44ae3df84b.mp3Thursday, 31 Aug 2006 12:00:00 -070025:30kexp public radioSusana BacaLegendary Peruvian singer Susana Baca stops by the KEXP studios for a beautiful live set.Legendary Peruvian singer Susana Baca stops by the KEXP studios for a beautiful live set.Legendary Peruvian singer Susana Baca stops by the KEXP studios for a beautiful live set.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/91/91b8579c-140d-45a4-96a0-cd5fd5a9f488.mp3Friday, 25 Aug 2006 12:00:00 -070023:06kexp public radioGhostland ObservatoryAustin duo Ghostland Observatory go mad out for a live set of dance hits on location at KEXP.Austin duo Ghostland Observatory go mad out for a live set of dance hits on location at KEXP.Austin duo Ghostland Observatory go mad out for a live set of dance hits on location at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/6f/6fd81385-06ac-4374-9f5d-89fb7ff3952f.mp3Friday, 18 Aug 2006 12:00:00 -070032:29kexp public radioThe LightsThe Lights - Setting Sun: From the 2006 album, "Diamonds and Dirt" available on Wantage USA. The Lights - Setting Sun: From the 2006 album, "Diamonds and Dirt" available on Wantage USA. The Lights - Setting Sun: From the 2006 album, "Diamonds and Dirt" available on Wantage USA. http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/20/2020df52-409a-42c3-9aa8-b2daef563a08.mp3Monday, 14 Aug 2006 12:00:00 -070002:59kexp public radioThe Long WintersJohn Roderick's indie pop band The Long Winters return to KEXP for a set of songs from their 2006 release "Putting The Days To Bed". Join Roderick and Morning Show host John Richards for a special podcast after the on-air performance.John Roderick's indie pop band The Long Winters return to KEXP for a set of songs from their 2006 release "Putting The Days To Bed". Join Roderick and Morning Show host John Richards for a special podcast after the on-air performance.John Roderick's indie pop band The Long Winters return to KEXP for a set of songs from their 2006 release "Putting The Days To Bed". Join Roderick and Morning Show host John Richards for a special podcast after the on-air performance.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/68/686ca4b7-642e-492d-a793-f7ddf6c2a992.mp3Monday, 14 Aug 2006 12:00:00 -070059:20kexp public radioCold War KidsAn exclusive live performance from Cold War Kids recorded at KEXP.An exclusive live performance from Cold War Kids recorded at KEXP.An exclusive live performance from Cold War Kids recorded at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/85/851e48d3-9e21-4316-802f-132b3d9dc735.mp3Friday, 11 Aug 2006 12:00:00 -070024:48kexp public radioWest Indian GirlA live set of psychedelic pop-rock from L.A.'s West Indian Girl.A live set of psychedelic pop-rock from L.A.'s West Indian Girl.A live set of psychedelic pop-rock from L.A.'s West Indian Girl.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/33/3303e886-065d-40a5-a6f9-c216e4846520.mp3Friday, 4 Aug 2006 12:00:00 -070032:59kexp public radioArt BrutPunk band Art Brut bring an 80's beat and some go-go infusion to their contagious variety of danceable pop-punk.Punk band Art Brut bring an 80's beat and some go-go infusion to their contagious variety of danceable pop-punk.Punk band Art Brut bring an 80's beat and some go-go infusion to their contagious variety of danceable pop-punk.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/de/de84c265-0bae-4722-a5bc-799595aba686.mp3Thursday, 27 Jul 2006 12:00:00 -070018:58kexp public radioNomoA live Afro-funk performance from Michigan band Nomo recorded at KEXP.A live Afro-funk performance from Michigan band Nomo recorded at KEXP.A live Afro-funk performance from Michigan band Nomo recorded at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/2c/2c4b1219-2519-499e-a6b8-c7ffddbc0dfb.mp3Friday, 21 Jul 2006 12:00:00 -070027:32kexp public radioSoul PositionHip-hop duo Soul Position performs live on KEXP.Hip-hop duo Soul Position performs live on KEXP.Hip-hop duo Soul Position performs live on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/3a/3a924cf6-6852-4081-b655-b89f2ed6fab3.mp3Friday, 14 Jul 2006 12:00:00 -070017:25kexp public radioBand of HorsesSeattle's Band Of Horses performs tracks from "Everything All the Time" live on KEXP.Seattle's Band Of Horses performs tracks from "Everything All the Time" live on KEXP.Seattle's Band Of Horses performs tracks from "Everything All the Time" live on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/d6/d60b4b83-a687-4627-9a42-8026d42aa1dc.mp3Friday, 7 Jul 2006 12:00:00 -070020:06kexp public radioThe JayhawksMark Olson and Gary Louris of The Jayhawks perform live on KEXP.Mark Olson and Gary Louris of The Jayhawks perform live on KEXP.Mark Olson and Gary Louris of The Jayhawks perform live on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/b4/b42985d0-f286-4e52-8ef3-a7b602d51bac.mp3Friday, 30 Jun 2006 12:00:00 -070027:11kexp public radioJason LytleJason Lytle from Grandaddy performs live at the KEXP studios.Jason Lytle from Grandaddy performs live at the KEXP studios.Jason Lytle from Grandaddy performs live at the KEXP studios.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/ae/ae1098d3-522d-4200-9e0f-1f8794dade1a.mp3Friday, 23 Jun 2006 12:00:00 -070024:11kexp public radioFavourite SonsBrooklyn group Favourite Sons performs live on KEXP from Gigantic Studios in NYC.Brooklyn group Favourite Sons performs live on KEXP from Gigantic Studios in NYC.Brooklyn group Favourite Sons performs live on KEXP from Gigantic Studios in NYC.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/98/98d781d9-cbff-460c-a043-b3edfa5e9341.mp3Friday, 16 Jun 2006 12:00:00 -070028:20kexp public radioSouthUK group South performs live from the KEXP studios.UK group South performs live from the KEXP studios.UK group South performs live from the KEXP studios.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/54/54e21a2d-8c3f-44dd-9384-3087cf06a85c.mp3Friday, 9 Jun 2006 12:00:00 -070027:40kexp public radioSummer LawnsSummer Lawns performs live on KEXP from Gigantic Studios in NYC.Summer Lawns performs live on KEXP from Gigantic Studios in NYC.Summer Lawns performs live on KEXP from Gigantic Studios in NYC.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/84/84ea37af-31cc-4818-b233-f30ac30b37c3.mp3Friday, 2 Jun 2006 12:00:00 -070028:59kexp public radioBlue ScholarsSeattle hip-hop duo Blue Scholars perform live on KEXP.Seattle hip-hop duo Blue Scholars perform live on KEXP.Seattle hip-hop duo Blue Scholars perform live on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/89/893b25f0-4087-4f00-8d56-96027ad1c761.mp3Friday, 26 May 2006 12:00:00 -070020:53kexp public radioDr. DogPhiladelphia area band Dr. Dog perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.Philadelphia area band Dr. Dog perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.Philadelphia area band Dr. Dog perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/0d/0d3f7fe7-6166-4e79-9007-34b306a25300.mp3Friday, 19 May 2006 12:00:00 -070025:49kexp public radioThe Duke SpiritEnglish quintet The Duke Spirit perform live from the KEXP studios.English quintet The Duke Spirit perform live from the KEXP studios.English quintet The Duke Spirit perform live from the KEXP studios.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/50/50cf7165-26d1-49f0-9bf1-88479af177f5.mp3Friday, 19 May 2006 12:00:00 -070024:34kexp public radioPabloNew York band Pablo perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.New York band Pablo perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.New York band Pablo perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/63/63af55fa-fe98-46ef-9bc0-8261d66c4d3b.mp3Thursday, 18 May 2006 12:00:00 -070022:08kexp public radioWe Are ScientistsWe Are Scientists perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.We Are Scientists perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.We Are Scientists perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/3c/3cd0cb41-e87c-4495-91f3-1cf245192dd5.mp3Wednesday, 17 May 2006 12:00:00 -070032:24kexp public radioGhostland ObservatoryAustin duo Ghostland Observatory perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.Austin duo Ghostland Observatory perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.Austin duo Ghostland Observatory perform live on KEXP from Gigantic studios in NYC.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/bd/bdca3e4c-3a85-45b2-a390-46d664027c21.mp3Tuesday, 16 May 2006 12:00:00 -070028:13kexp public radioThe MugsThe Mugs perform live on KEXP from Gigantic Studios in NYC.The Mugs perform live on KEXP from Gigantic Studios in NYC.The Mugs perform live on KEXP from Gigantic Studios in NYC.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/0f/0f817f57-0fb8-4849-bbd3-ee8a654b9f29.mp3Monday, 15 May 2006 12:00:00 -070033:58kexp public radioElvis PerkinsSinger/songwriter Elvis Perkins performs live on KEXP at SXSW.Singer/songwriter Elvis Perkins performs live on KEXP at SXSW.Singer/songwriter Elvis Perkins performs live on KEXP at SXSW.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/ce/ceb0e8c6-7107-4e85-95f8-8773bb11cc00.mp3Friday, 12 May 2006 12:00:00 -070026:30kexp public radioThe StillsMontreal quartet The Stills perform tracks from their album "Without Feathers" live at KEXP.Montreal quartet The Stills perform tracks from their album "Without Feathers" live at KEXP.Montreal quartet The Stills perform tracks from their album "Without Feathers" live at KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/77/77152976-ccf5-4504-8d1c-e883bf41c497.mp3Friday, 5 May 2006 12:00:00 -070028:55kexp public radioMagnetNorwegian electro-folk artist Magnet performs live on KEXP.Norwegian electro-folk artist Magnet performs live on KEXP.Norwegian electro-folk artist Magnet performs live on KEXP.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/54/5480d12e-e901-4025-9966-4f68fa24b751.mp3Friday, 28 Apr 2006 12:00:00 -070030:37kexp public radioMudhoneySeattle grunge legends Mudhoney stop by KEXP for a live performance.Seattle grunge legends Mudhoney stop by KEXP for a live performance.Seattle grunge legends Mudhoney stop by KEXP for a live performance.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/66/66a85060-dfd5-418c-8478-ea02ab9dd01c.mp3Friday, 21 Apr 2006 12:00:00 -070025:42kexp public radioBelle and SebastianThis Scottish group perform a set of smart folk-pop live at the KEXP studios.This Scottish group perform a set of smart folk-pop live at the KEXP studios.This Scottish group perform a set of smart folk-pop live at the KEXP studios.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/cb/cbc9db44-bf57-4e70-b75b-e6f2bafa7730.mp3Friday, 14 Apr 2006 12:00:00 -070021:21kexp public radioBilly BraggBritish singer/songwriter Billy Bragg does an acoustic performance live on KEXP from SXSW.British singer/songwriter Billy Bragg does an acoustic performance live on KEXP from SXSW.British singer/songwriter Billy Bragg does an acoustic performance live on KEXP from SXSW.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/4d/4d66fdba-5ac3-4320-891b-bb99703ed98d.mp3Friday, 7 Apr 2006 12:00:00 -070041:44kexp public radioDrive-By TruckersSouthern rockers Drive-By Truckers perform songs from their album "A Blessing and A Curse" live on KEXP from SXSW.Southern rockers Drive-By Truckers perform songs from their album "A Blessing and A Curse" live on KEXP from SXSW.Southern rockers Drive-By Truckers perform songs from their album "A Blessing and A Curse" live on KEXP from SXSW.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/13/13ae6323-48f7-4307-824a-6eae17d105cd.mp3Thursday, 6 Apr 2006 12:00:00 -070025:29kexp public radioEditors (SXSW)UK group Editors performs tracks from their album "The Back Room" live on KEXP from SXSW.UK group Editors performs tracks from their album "The Back Room" live on KEXP from SXSW.UK group Editors performs tracks from their album "The Back Room" live on KEXP from SXSW.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/17/17be8b99-9277-47b3-90d4-a98f705fc285.mp3Wednesday, 5 Apr 2006 12:00:00 -070023:58kexp public radioJose GonzalezA beautiful modern folk set from this Swedish singer/songwriter recorded live on KEXP from SXSW.A beautiful modern folk set from this Swedish singer/songwriter recorded live on KEXP from SXSW.A beautiful modern folk set from this Swedish singer/songwriter recorded live on KEXP from SXSW.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/b5/b5b01210-8c2a-4bfc-a997-395cb0106084.mp3Tuesday, 4 Apr 2006 12:00:00 -070022:57kexp public radioSilversun PickupsThis psychedelic pop band from L.A. performs live on KEXP from SXSW. This performances includes tracks from their new album out July 23 on Dangerbird Records.This psychedelic pop band from L.A. performs live on KEXP from SXSW. This performances includes tracks from their new album out July 23 on Dangerbird Records.This psychedelic pop band from L.A. performs live on KEXP from SXSW. This performances includes tracks from their new album out July 23 on Dangerbird Records.http://www.digitalwell.washington.edu/dw/1/51/0b/0be87e0c-a4db-4889-9863-d7fa492ecae1.mp3Monday, 3 Apr 2006 12:00:00 -070034:26kexp public radio