Mark Hollis, founder, lead singer, and songwriter for Talk Talk has reportedly died at the age of 64.
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 DJ’s think you should hear. Today’s song, featured on the Mid…
One of the most prominent Romani language singers of all time, Esma Redžepova's half century-plus career has seen the Skopje, Macedonia singer preserve and promote Roma culture to a global audience with her music and humanitarian efforts. Backed by the colorful rhythms of Folk Masters, "The Q…
Martin Douglas' coverage from Boise continues with a set from the Seattle singer/songwriter.
Martin Douglas speaks to the Atlanta-based soul singer about growing up in the church and his evolution as a songwriter.
Performing live at Studio 9294 in London as part of KEXP’s 2019 International Clash Day broadcast, the Stockholm-born singer performs five songs.
Australian singer-songwriter Julia Jacklin brings Cheryl Waters to tears in this live session.
On the show this time, it’s the indie R&B of South Asian-American singer Raveena.
Norwegian singer-songwriter Sondre Lerche has shared his cover of Sia's "Chandelier."His mellow, melancholy approach adds a depth and stark contrast to the original. Lerche said he chose this song because he “was curious what might happen if a male singer sang those words of desperation and self-a…
On the show this time, it’s the whip-smart emotional storytelling of Indonesian singer-songwriter NIKI.
"Treasure" is another gorgeous piano ballad from the British singer
In the early 1970s this troupe of gay, glam singers and performers made their home base in the basement of the Smith Tower downtown.
Icelandic singer-songwriter and pianist Sóley peforms an early morning set of old and new folk-inspired songs. Recorded 10/30/2013 - 3 songs: I Will Find You, Halloween, And Leave.
Dive into the latest video from Bonnie “Prince” Billy for the track "Quail And Dumplings" off his latest, Singer’s Grave A Sea Of Tongue. The clip captures a dramatic day at the Quail And Dumplings Wet & Wild Water Park. If you've ever wondered about Will Oldham's sunblock usage, watch below. …
KEXP spoke to local singer-songwriter Chris Staples about taking his time
The acclaimed singer/songwriter describes the newsletter as “a series of postcards about loving nature and its crazy ways.”
Multi-instrumentalist and singer of wide acclaim, Mr. Johnson sits down with good friends and covers some territory with John Miller (guitar), Paul Elliot (violin), and Keith Lowe (bass).
On the show this time, a talented producer meets the right singer and magic happens - the psychedelic soul of the Black Pumas.
The Japanese-American singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist returns today with a new EP.
On the show this time, it’s the sunny '50s and '60s movie theme songs of Japanese singer Yuma Abe.
