A lot of great music came out in 2014, but UK duo Jungle never got lost. In fact, their Mercury Prize nominated self-titled debut of retro-futuristic electro-funk is among this year's most enjoyable and is sure to land on many critics' "Best of" lists. But it takes a lot to recreate Jungle's lush s…
True to style, every year, there are one or two bands that manage to navigate the Sasquatch! Music Festival contracts and squeeze in a Seattle date right before they head east. For 2015, that band was UK electronic showcase Jungle. While they absolutely wowed crowds with their Sasquatch! set on Day…
Conceived just ahead of releasing their new album Loving In Stereo, London duo Jungle piece together a groovy guest DJ mix for Midnight In A Perfect World that showcases their eclectic taste and sharp ears for cutting-edge contemporary sounds.
“In order to be big, we need a lot of players.” Jungle Fire guitarist bassist Joseph Reina lays it out pretty clear: to be able to create muscular afro funk workouts, the Los Angeles outfit need at least ten musicians. But even with a guitarist missing, the nonet sound bold and kinetic when they j…
Featuring Phantogram, Lizzo, Mitski, Aminé, Jungle, and more
Every time I look at this album cover I wonder if I should post it or not. Given the losses the Ramones suffered in the 21st century, the title and image takes on a new bittersweetness, and one or two of the 1984 KCMU DJs' comments take on a harsher edge than probably intended. That said, the stati…
Guest Tristan Donovan speaks with Diane Horn about his book, “Feral Cities: Adventures with Animals in the Urban Jungle”.
Every Monday through Friday, we deliver a different song as part of our Song of the Day podcast subscription. This podcast features exclusive KEXP in-studio performances, unreleased songs, and recordings from independent artists that our DJs think you should hear. Today’s song, featured on The Morn…
Tacoma-based DJ/producer Baloogz delivers a party-starting guest DJ mix that smoothly runs through hip-hop, UKG, house, jazz, jungle, DnB, and more.
The Vancouver post-punk quartet share the second single from their forthcoming album Club Nites, out June 7th on Mint Records.
A Sonarchy archive performance from 2002 featuring Graham on coronet and processing, Kevin Sawka on drums and electronics, and Schzad Ismaily on electric bass. A fascinating adaptation of jungle and drum & bass into a live performance setting by this highly creative trio.
Emerging Portland-based DJ and producer Mirin Doja shares a high-energy guest DJ mix packed with breaks, techno, juke, footwork, house, jungle, rave, and other cutting-edge club styles.
We will be attending the 2022 edition of Isle of Light, the Dominican festival, which will take place next March 12 in Santo Domingo with performances by Jungle, C. Tangana, Sublime with Rome, Yendry, Tokischa, and more. These are our outstanding Ibero-American acts from their lineup.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Kevin Cole, host of The Afternoon Show on KEXP, is "Space Is the Place (Reprise)" by Ezra Collective, from the 2019 album You Can't Steal My Joy on Enter The Jungle.
Music Director Don Yates shares brief insights on new and upcoming releases for KEXP's rotation, including this week's new releases from The Hives, Jungle, Bonnie “Prince” Billy, and more.
Music Director Don Yates shares brief insights on new and upcoming releases for KEXP's rotation, including this week's new releases from The Hives, Jungle, Bonnie “Prince” Billy, and more.
Each week KEXP's Music Director Don Yates shares brief insights on new and upcoming releases. See what's coming up this week below, including reviews for new releases from Noname, Low, Jungle, and more.
