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Song of the Day Podcast

Today's song, featured on the Midday Show with Cheryl Waters, is “Stupid Games” by WATERS from the 2015 album What’s Real on Vagrant.

March comes in like a lion with a pride of new releases. In stores now, you'll find the latest from Purity Ring, Lady Lamb, Moon Duo and Brandi Carlile, plus the first album in 17 years by UK shoegazers Swervedriver. Listen to previews to hear what's Out This Week.

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Live Video: Israel Nash

Leaving Dripping Springs behind, Israel Nash returns to the KEXP studio with his entire band for a powerful set of rich melodies and rousing harmonies.

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Midnight in a Perfect World

KEXP's new guest DJ show, Midnight In A Perfect World, continues with an all-vinyl set by Death Cab For Cutie frontman Ben Gibbard, who digs deep into his own record collection for of timeless pop, Krautrock gems and more. Check out his mix here.

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Today on KEXP: 3/4/2015

12am		Larry Rose - Variety Mix
1am		Morgan - Variety Mix
6am		John Richards - The Morning Show
10am		Cheryl Waters - The Midday Show
1pm		The Sidekicks LIVE on KEXP - In-Studio
2pm		Kevin Cole - The Afternoon Show
6pm		Greg Vandy - Roadhouse
9pm		DJ El Toro - Variety Mix

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Recent Live Performances

Lucinda Williams - 2/11/2015
Ariel Pink - 2/10/2015
Dengue Fever - 2/10/2015
Hanni El-Khatib - 2/9/2015
Donte Peace - 2/8/2015
Erik Blood - 2/7/2015
Smokey Brights - 2/4/2015
Lloyd Cole - 2/3/2015
Nile Project, The - 2/3/2015
Bread & Butter - 1/31/2015

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Specialty Shows

Swingin' Doors is dedicated to a wide range of country sounds and styles, from honky tonk and western swing to alternative country and bluegrass, in sharp contrast to the tight playlists and narrow focus of today's commercial country radio.

As might be expected from a show named Swingin' Doors, there's usually a bit more honky tonk than anything else, though you'll hear everything from old-time fiddle tunes and boppin' country boogie to lush Countrypolitan sounds and hard-charging alternative twang-rock.

You'll hear country giants like Loretta Lynn, Ernest Tubb and Lefty Frizzell alongside more obscure but talented folks such as Joe Carson, the Lonesome Pine Fiddlers and Charline Arthur. You'll also hear plenty of new music ranging from hardcore honky tonkers like Roger Wallace and Heather Myles to edgy alt-country artists like Neko Case, the Drive-By Truckers and Fred Eaglesmith.

I try to keep listeners up-to-date with what's happening now in the wide world of country music, while also bringing to light the richness and diversity of country's past. I'll also do my best to put the music in context by structuring the show so you can see the connections between different songs, artists and styles, along with sharing anecdotes and other bits of information about the music.

I also try to give folks a chance to hear country artists that are coming to town soon, while also supporting Seattle's twang community by regularly playing the music of local artists.

More than anything else, I try to play music that moves you, whether it's a song that makes you jump with joy or one that rips your heart out.

-Don Slack

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KEXP Features

KEXP Live Video Streaming

KEXPNow presents the latest live streaming video experience on Monday, March 9th with Doomtree. Watch his live session in real-time! Stay on top of all our upcoming live streaming sessions with the KEXP In-Studio Schedule. Brought to you in part by Portage Bay Café.
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Help Power KEXP!

Sign up now to volunteer for KEXP’s 2015 Spring Drive, March 13 - 20th! When you volunteer your time, you play a huge part in helping us meet the goals that keep the music playing. Plus, it’s a great way to get more involved with the KEXP Community and support non-profit radio.
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Midnight in a Perfect World

Introducing Midnight in an Perfect World, KEXP’s weekly hour-long guest DJ show, airing Fridays at midnight starting February 21st. 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. Brought to you in part by New Belgium Brewing.
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KEXP Audioasis Benefit Show

On Saturday, March 7th, join us for a special Audioasis Showcase at The Sunset featuring Killer Ghost, UBU ROI, and Versing. Net proceeds benefit Motley Zoo Animal Rescue. Sponsored in part by Office of Arts & Culture and U.S. Bancorp.
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KEXP's Non-Profit of the Month

This month, KEXP's featured Community Partnership Organization is Motley Zoo Animal Rescue, a foster-based, volunteer run 501c3 nonprofit that rescues and rehomes pets in need, provides support and education for pet guardians, as well as supports animal welfare education, and spay/neuter advocacy.
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Little show. Big effect.

KEXP, STG and Starbucks presented the eleventh show in our Little Big Show concert series with St Paul & the Broken Bones w/ Shaprece & Sean Rowe, at The Neptune on Wednesday, February 18th. 100% of ticket sales benefitted Rain City Rock Camp for Girls. Click here to find out more about our Little Big Show series and the local charity beneficiaries.
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Streaming KEXP Online

We have upgraded our streaming infrastructure to serve you better. If you have any issues streaming KEXP, please try the Listen Live! links on the upper left of our homepage first. If you have any further issues, please send us an email at online-support@kexp.org.
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Podcasts

John Richards discovers hidden gems in a heavy, vibed edition of our Music That Matters podcast. This week's Song of the Day podcast features Other Lives, The Sidekicks, and The Helio Sequence, and our Live Performances podcast features Museum of Love and Jessica Hernandez and The Deltas.
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In Studio Performances

Don't miss upcoming in-studio performances by the great artists you hear everyday on KEXP. Our schedule is updated weekly, so check back often. You can also subscribe to weekly podcasts that bring you a series of complete live in-studio sessions.
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