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Molly Rankin of Alvvays Talks Influences and Inspiration with KEXP

Just following a set at Capitol Hill Block Party's mainstage, KEXP spoke to Alvvays frontwoman Molly Rankin about the power of cover songs, music videos, and her musical influences.

Pizza + Sandwiches: Party Philosopher Andrew W.K. Thanks the Party Gods for Both

The King of Partying brings the party to The Showbox this weekend. KEXP talks to Andrew W.K. about his new album, his party philosophy, and his ideal party food.

Courtney Barnett Talks Coming Face-to-Face With Her Emotions, Detective Shows, and Tell Me How You Really Feel

KEXP catches up with the Australian songwriter about her new album ahead of her in-studio performance on Oct. 8 at 12 PM PT.

KEXP Live From Mexico Preview: Quiero Club

KEXP talks with danceable electronic music trio Quiero Club before they perform on KEXP's Mexico Broadcast on Wednesday 2/27 at 10:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM CST.

Sound & Vision: The Dip on Keeping the Motown Vibe Alive in Seattle

The Dip talks about new album and how some of the songs on their new album flip gender stereotypes while capturing a Motown sound and reflect on today’s political climate.

Music Heals: Patrick Stickles of Titus Andronicus on a Lifetime of Addiction

Patrick Stickles of Titus Andronicus talks to KEXP about his decades as a drug user and to ask him how making music helps him cope with his addictions and his neurodiversity.

KC Dalager on Now, Now's Journey to Being Saved

Minneapolis duo Now, Now talk to KEXP about their first record in six years, the ups and downs of touring, and Michael Jackson.

Sound & Vision: Damon Locks And J Robbins Reflect on Friendship, Music, and Community

Friends since high school, J. Robbins and Damon Locks interview each other for KEXP to talk about the past and new projects.

Bryce Dessner and Cheryl Waters Talk The National's New Album I Am Easy To Find

In the conversation, the two chat about the band's desire to stretch themselves, centering women in their record and performance, and what it means to constantly be evolving as musicians.

Roderick Wolgamott of Sky Cries Mary on the '90s Seattle Scene

Roderick Wolgamott of Sky Cries Mary talks about rubbing elbows with the rising stars of the Seattle grunge scene in the late '80s and going on to make treehouses for the rich and famous.

Olympia's Oh, Rose On Grief, the Language of Death, and New Song "Baby" (KEXP Premiere)

Singer Olivia Rose Huebner stops by KEXP to talk about their new album, 'While My Father Sleeps,' out August 23rd via Park The Van Records.

Brigid Dawson Talks About Her Time in Thee Oh Sees and Her Magnificent Solo Debut Ballet of Apes

Martin Douglas speaks to the veteran San Francisco musician about her nomadic upbringing and recording her indelible solo debut all over the world.

Rokia Traoré

Malian musician Rokia Traoré visits the KEXP studio to perform songs from her recent album, "Beautiful Africa", and talks with Cheryl Waters about her musical inspiration. Recorded 11/19/2014 - 3 songs: Sarama, Kèlè Mandi, Ka Moun Kè.

From Nirvana to Dina Martina: Memories of Seattle’s Re-bar

Seattle’s 30-year-old Re-bar venue announced on May 9th that it will permanently close its location on Howell street in Seattle. DJ Sharlese and DJ Riz talk about the legendary venue.

Albina Cabrera: Descartes a kant, La ciencia simple, Melenas, Los Cogelones

As KEXP kicks off Aqui y Ahora, we welcome Albina Cabrera to talk about the kick-off day, as well as KEXP’s Mexico City broadcast.

Bonus: Kendrick Lamar and Hip-Hop Beefs

Hip-hop historian Daudi Abe talks with contributor Hans Anderson about how Kendrick Lamar’s beef made its way into the biggest music event of the year. 

De La Soul, Flying Lotus, Lust for Youth

KEXP DJ Prometheus Brown joins host Evie Stokes to talk about a new, old De La Soul track, and a surprise Flying Lotus EP.

How Big Tech Inspired Marie Davidson’s New Album

Montreal-based electronic artist Marie Davidson talks about her latest album, City of Clowns.

Eddie Chacon, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Little Simz

KEXP DJ and musician Noel Brass Jr. joins host Evie Stokes to talk about his own band Afrocop, Eddie Chacon, and Unknown Mortal Orchestra.

Spotify and The Costs of the Perfect Playlist

Liz Pelly, author of Mood Machine: The Rise of Spotify and the Costs of the Perfect Playlist, talks through the practices at Spotify that have impacted independent musicians.

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