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Ryley Walker Rides Again

Ryley Walker chats with KEXP about his addiction recovery, his love of Dave Matthews, and the joy of the big city.


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The Courtneys on Adulting, Touring, and the Importance of Staying Independent

KEXP spoke with the Courtneys ahead of their performance at SEAchanger this Saturday, September 14


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Eli Kasan of The Gotobeds on Five Influential Punk Songs and More

KEXP’s Dr. West from Sonic Reducer talks to The Gotobeds frontman about five punk tracks that influenced the recording of what he calls their “accidental rap album.”


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Rollin' with Kurt Vile: On Music Bios, Tour Life, and Banjos

The Philly-based guitarist talks to KEXP about some favorite music bio books, covering Charlie Rich, and why he didn't get a guitar for Christmas as a kid.


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STRFKR on Over a Decade of Being One of the Best Live Acts You'll Ever See

KEXP spoke with STRFKR ahead of their ebullient set at this year's Capitol Hill Block Party


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Throwaway Style Interviews Local Music

Throwaway Style: The Return of Slim Moon

After 13 years away from the label he helped start, Slim Moon has returned as Kill Rock Stars president. Martin Douglas discusses Moon's return with both Moon himself and outgoing president Dr. Portia Sabin.


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Snail Mail Slows It Down

On Lush, the next release, and The Sims 4: Island Living.


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The Strength & Resilience of Black Belt Eagle Scout

The Portland-based singer/songwriter continues to champion love and acceptance on her latest album At the Party With My Brown Friends.


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From the Archives:

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Sub Pop 30th Anniversary Count-Up

In 2018, KEXP celebrated the 30th anniversary of local record label Sub Pop with a four-month retrospective, "counting up" every catalog number in their vast discography of over 1,200 releases. Dig into the archives of our catalog coverage, featuring in-depth coverage on the history of their releases.


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