Knox Fortune is a Chicago-based, Grammy Award-winning artist and producer that's been a prominent behind-the-scenes figure within his home city's vibrant music scene over the past couple years. First making waves on collaborations with fellow Chicago artists Chance the Rapper, Joey Purp, Vic Mensa, and Towkio, Knox Fortune stepped more clearly into the spotlight last year with his solo debut album Paradise, a confident and colorful record that displayed his unique fusion of psych-pop, hip-hop, R&B, and pop styles. His exclusive guest DJ mix for Midnight in a Perfect World is a brilliant showcase of his eclectic ears, as he pieces together a mix that quickly jumps between disparate styles with an enthusiastic abandon that all makes sense and feels surprisingly cohesive. Between New Order and The Knife, Knox Fortune splices in nearly 20 additional tracks ranging from esoteric electronic to fuzzy punk rock, unveiling an illuminating glimpse into his diverse influences and taste.
| Artist | Song |
| Midnight in a Perfect World | Intro |
| New Order | Your Silent Face |
| Caribou | Bowls |
| Todd Terje | Inspector Norse |
| Blood Orange | Champagne Coast |
| Joan Jett & The Blackhearts | Do You Wanna Touch Me (Oh Yeah) |
| M.I.A. | Bucky Done Gun |
| The Cranberries | Dreams |
| Disclosure | Stimulation |
| Burial | Hiders |
| Mbira Dzenharira | Toputika Neshungu |
| Shabazz Palaces | #CAKE |
| James Blake | CMYK |
| Ice Age | Ecstasy |
| Mac DeMarco | On The Level |
| Amanaz | Khala My Friend |
| DJ Rashad | Show U How (feat. DJ Spinn) |
| Twin Peaks | Fat Chance |
| Stevie Wonder | Outside My Window |
| Oneohtrix Point Never | Replica |
| The Sugarcubes | Birthday |
| The Knife | Na Na Na |
Midnight in a Perfect World, KEXP's weekly hour-long guest DJ show, airs Fridays at midnight. This multi-genre program features eclectic sets by a rotating cast of international and local DJ’s, each building upon a party vibe to kick off your weekend. Midnight in a perfect world is made possible with support from New Belgium Brewing.
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