A Deeper Listen

Aramis Johnson of Enumclaw talks about the themes of loss on the band’s new album.

Songwriter David Porter shares the story portrayed in the Emmy-nominated documentary, Stax: Soulsville U.S.A.

Sunny Day Real Estate came out of the hardcore scene in Seattle in the '90s and eventually became a major influence on “emo” music.

The Canadian hardcore band F*cked Up is out with a new record, called Another Day.

Aoife O’Donovan of the bluegrass bands Crooked Still and I’m With Her released a solo album this year about the suffrage movement.

Alisa Amador talks about grief, struggles with mental health, and winning NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest in 2022.

Alex Henry Foster talks about how his new ambient record, Kimiyo, was formed after a health crisis that left him unable to speak for months.

Emel Mathlouthi is a Tunisian musician whose new album, MRA, calls for the continued fight for freedom on a global scale.

David Bazan of Pedro the Lion talks about making the record, learning to “re-parent” himself, and what he’s learned about himself through the process.

Natasha El-Sergany of the Seattle band somesurprises talks about the cosmic, political. and social inspirations behind their new album, Perseids. Subscribe …

After playing in a rock band and embarking on a solo career that has spanned many genres, Lawrence Rothman has released a country album. Subscribe Here: …

Shabaka Hutchings is a celebrated saxophone player and a major figure in London’s contemporary jazz scene. Subscribe Here: