On the heels of the new stripped-down piano version of The Sophtware Slump, Grandaddy frontman Jason Lytle opens up about the making of the album, the death of Grandaddy bassist Kevin Garcia, and the future of the band
Larry Mizell Jr. speaks with Riz about the history of this event, but more broadly about the importance of taking the time to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the movement that made it possible to become a national holiday.
Taipei's Sonia Calico delivers an eclectic guest DJ mix for Midnight In A Perfect World full of KEXP favorites and delightful surprises that's bound to get parties started and bodies moving.
Over the past eight years of celebrating International Clash Day, KEXP has spotlighted a wealth of artists who were influenced by The Clash. But what bands mattered to the “only band that matters”?
Throughout the pandemic, many of us have leaned on vices to get through it. For KEXP's Dusty Henry, that was Los Angeles-based "all genre" label, Leaving Records.
When KEXP went down to Argentina last month, Jasmine Albertson dove headfirst into the local Buenos Aires music scene to uncover what was going on and why we should all be paying attention to what's happening there.
Throughout 2023, KEXP is celebrating 50 Years of Hip-Hop. Each week we'll celebrate a different year in hip-hop, this week we're focusing on 1994 with an essay from Larry Mizell Jr. on Organized Konfusion's "Stress."
KEXP’s Owen Murphy caught up with the band’s singer and songwriter Ackell, singer Paul Kelley and bassist Steve Zimmerman to talk about the things that allowed the band to come back together even though Greg kept saying the band would never happen.
New York-based songwriter Eleanor Friedberger stops by the new KEXP Studio to play 4 songs off the album "New View". Recorded 03/05/2016 - 4 songs: He Didn't Mention His Mother, Sweetest Girl, Cathy With The Curly Hair, Does Turquoise Work?.
São Paulo, Brazil based psychedelic synth-rock band Quarto Negro perform songs from their strong new record "Amor Violento" live on KEXP. Recorded 07/10/2015 - 4 songs: Filhos Do Frio, Mala Mujer, Há Um Oceano Entre Nós, 3012.
Seattle based singer-songwriter Briana Marela delivers a mind-blowing performance of songs from her soon to be released debut album "All Around Us" live on KEXP's Audioasis with DJ Sharlese. Recorded 07/09/2015 - 4 songs: Surrender, Dani, Take Care of Me, Further.
Portland based psych-folk singer-songwriter Jackson Boone delivers a fantastic performance from his cosmic new record "Natural Changes" live from the KEXP studio on Audioasis with DJ Sharlese. Recorded 06/15/2015 - 4 songs: Dolphin Turned Into A Cat, Moonbeam, Runaway, Open.
Psychedelic, experimental electronic composer Dan Deacon delivers an out-of-this-world performance of songs from his 2015 record, "Gliss Riffer", live from the past in the 4th-dimensional confines of the KEXP studio. Recorded 05/08/2015 - 4 songs: When I Was Done Dying, Feel the Lightnin…
From Stillwater, Oklahoma, to Portland, Oregon, Other Lives may have changed their scenery but not their beautifully orchestrated songs, which they share from their latest LP, "Rituals", live on KEXP. Recorded 05/12/2015 - 4 songs: Reconfiguration, Easy Way Out, 2 Pyramids, English Summe…
Reykjavík-based dreamy folk outfit Low Roar performs an exclusive live set in the KEXP Studio, featuring songs from 2014's "0". - Recorded 10/22/2014 - 5 songs: Easy Way Out, I'll Keep Coming, Anything You Need, Vampire on My Fridge, Dreamer.
Alt-rock gladiators The Afghan Whigs, hailing from Cincinatti, bring the many destructive characters in their songs to life in the KEXP studio. The Afghan Whigs performed songs from their 2014 studio release " Do to the Beast". Recorded 4/15/2014 - 4 songs: Matamoros, Royal Cream, The L…
Lucius returns to the KEXP airwaves with a special live performance from the Triple Door showcasing their impressive range as vocalists, musicians and songwriters. Recorded 2/11/2014 - 9 songs: Go Home, Don't Just Sit There, Genevieve, Tempest, Until We Get There, How Loud Your Heart Gets, Wildewo…
Saharan blues band Tinariwen, stopped in at the KEXP Studio to record a performance of some hypnotically percussive songs. Their 2014 album, "Emmaar", showcases a return to their roots after decades of musical exploration and time on the road. Recorded 4/14/2014 - 4 songs: Cler Achel, Ti…
Indie pioneers Pixies enter the KEXP live performance space for this set that spans their entire career from 1989's "Doolittle" to 2014's "EP 2". Recorded 2/18/2014 - 4 songs: Snakes, In Heaven/Andro Queen, Greens and Blues, Monkey Gone To Heaven.
Jen Cloher’s self-titled record isn’t just her most dynamic, it’s likely her most self-reflective as well. Joining DJ Morgan in the KEXP Live Room, Cloher and her band run through four songs off her self-titled record.
