Altin Gün is the Amsterdam-based psych-folk project that crosses borders between cultures, genres and time.
On the show this time, it's the yarn-spinning indie-rock of Portland, Oregon’s The Decemberists.
On the show this time, it’s the DIAY - that’s do it all yourself - groovy latin-dub of Pachyman.
You'll be running to stand still this Sunday, May 14th, as Irish rock legends U2 celebrate the 30th anniversary of their critically-acclaimed album The Joshua Tree here in Seattle. It is the first time in the band's history that they've toured an album from their back catalogue, rather than a new r…
British electronic duo Orbital have announced their retirement. Brothers Paul and Phil Hartnoll have been making music together since the 80's, but according to their official statement: "Nothing lasts forever and it’s time to stop." Phil wasted no time announcing his own solo project called 8:58.…
Every Monday through Friday, we deliver a different song as part 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 Midday …
Sallie Ford recently – and amicably – split up with her bandmates from The Sound Outside. She says of the decision, “It was a mutual decision and there are no bad feelings... It was just time for the next thing, which for me is an all girl band.” As a result, KEXP wanted to catch up with Sallie and…
Chvrches have a lovely roller rink video for their song "Now is Not The Time." Where previous roller rink videos might focus on the retro dress or mad tricks, Chvrches instead lets the lights play while skaters circle like ghosts and their synth pop song sweetly fills the cavernous space. You can …
Every Monday through Friday, we deliver a different song as part 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. This week we have some special holida…
Afternoon Show Host Kevin Cole presents 13 unforgettable tracks of the best new music including Supreme Cuts, Wimps, Israel Nash, and Mutual Benefit. 1. Vibragun - Dirty Thing 2. Cheatahs - Leave To Remain 3. Solids - Traces 4. Israel Nash - Rain Plans 5. Samantha Crain - Somewhere All the Time 6…
Most of the bands playing SXSW 2013 are probably going to play about five shows during their time in Austin. Ozomatli are playing five in one day. Founded in 1995, Ozomatli’s multicultural blend of Latin, funk, reggae, and hip hop (among other things) has made them cultural ambassadors on a number …
On the show this time — flip that indie pop on its head with the music of Camera Obscura.
On the show this time, it's the Cambodian psych rock of Los Angeles band Dengue Fever.
On the show this time, it’s the loud bark and deep bite of Philadelphia rock band Mannequin Pussy.
On the show this time, from Bogota, Columbia — the birthplace of Cumbia — it's the energetic joy of Frente Cumbiero.
On the show this time, it’s a throwback to the 1990s, with the absolute smash hits of Minnesota rockers Soul Asylum.
On the show this time, it’s the emo-math, jangle-pop of Wuhan band Chinese Football.
On the show this time, it’s the Mercury Prize winning indie-rock of English band, English Teacher.
On the show this time, it's the punk rock marimba of Son Rompe Pera.
On the show this time, it's Ólafur Arnalds, and Janus Rasmussen making music together as Kiasmos.
