Five KEXP staff members of Asian descent embrace the imperfections of heritage months, using this May’s celebration of Pushing Boundaries to spotlight music and stories from the continent of Asia, the Pacific Islands, and the diaspora.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Gabriel Teodros, host of EARLY on KEXP, is "Exodus (feat. Akua Naru)" by Jesse Markin, a 2021 single on VILD.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Gabriel Teodros, host of EARLY on KEXP, is "Deep Blue" by MALIA, from the 2021 self-released album Unpolished.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Gabriel Teodros, host of EARLY on KEXP, is "Feels Real Good" by Khari Wendell McClelland, a 2021 self-released single.
For Live on KEXP, Troy Nelson takes us through a brief history of Scottish post-rock band Mogwai, with snippets from DJ Morgan’s interview with Stuart Braithwaite before the band plays a kaleidoscopic four-song set.
Albina Cabrera and deejay Chilly celebrate the 10-year anniversary of KEXP’s modern Latin mix show, El Sonido, with a collection of some of their favorite new tracks.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Cheryl Waters, host of The Midday Show on KEXP, is "Get Lost in the Music" by Ambar Lucid, a 2021 single on 300 Entertainment.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Cheryl Waters, host of The Midday Show on KEXP, is "Hopeful" by Curtis Harding, a 2021 single on Anti-.
For Live on KEXP, Troy Nelson delves into some of the interesting aspects of Nilüfer Yanya's conversation with Cheryl surrounding songwriting and keeping your autonomy in making music.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Kevin Cole, host of Drive Time on KEXP, is "Watercolor" by Nasimiyu, from the 2021 album P O T I O N S on Figureight.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Larry Mizell, Jr., host of The Afternoon Show on KEXP, is "Hope You’re Doin’ Better" by Mndsgn, a 2021 single on Stones Throw Records.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Larry Mizell, Jr., host of The Afternoon Show on KEXP, is "Give Us Justice" by Thee Sacred Souls, a 2020 single on Daptone Records.
If perfect pop songs made of punchy drums, rich chords, emotional dynamics, and just heaps and piles of vibe are your thing then we suggest you get familiar with mononymously named Claud.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Larry Mizell, Jr., host of The Afternoon Show on KEXP, is "20 Gear Science" by Shabazz Palaces, a 2021 self-released single.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Larry Rose, host of Larry's Lounge, in honor of Pride, is "Free Ride" by Mykki Blanco, a 2021 self-released single.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Larry Rose, host of Larry's Lounge, in honor of Pride, is "Strut (feat. Big Freedia)" by Elohim, a 2021 self-released single.
It’s been often spoken about how, while the past year has been incredibly trying for most, for many it was also a moment of calm and self-reflection that was long-needed. For Langhorne Slim, this appears to be the case.
Happy Pride Month! Kennady shows her Pride as a Queer DJ with a mix of all the best femme, non-binary, and gender non-conforming LGBTQ+ musicians.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by John Richards, host of The Morning Show on KEXP, is "Stand for Myself" by Yola, a 2021 single on Easy Eye Sound / Concord.
Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by John Richards, host of The Morning Show on KEXP, is "Psalm 23" by Cold Cave, a 2021 single on Heartworm Press.
