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In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Jewel on DOOM GONG’s Denim PsychHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Jewel about the Kentucky band DOOM GONG and their unique brand of “denim psych.” Jewel shares the band’s song “The Future is a Choice" and talks about the band’s proclivity for wearing “Canadian tuxedos” on stage. The song comes from the group's 2025 self-released album, MEGAGONG. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler & Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones”...
2026-02-1209 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Jewel on Velvet Meadow’s AI Diss TrackHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Jewel about Florida-based psych rock band Velvet Meadow and their song “The Velvet Showdown.” Jewel speculates that this might be one of the first diss tracks aimed at A.I. – setting their sights on the A.I. band The Velvet Sundown. The song comes from their 2025 self-released album, Saturday Morning Meadowlies. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler & Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the...
2026-02-1008 min
Live on KEXPAlcalá Norte (Live on KEXP)KEXP and BIME present Live on KEXP in Bilbao with Alcalá Norte performing at Iglesia de la Encarnación. Recorded October 28, 2025. La Sangre del Pobre 420N La Calle Elfo Westminster La Vida Cañón Álvaro Rivas - VocalsJaime Barbosa - DrumsCarlos Elías - GuitarPablo Prieto - BassLaura de Diego - KeysRené del Hoyo - Guitar Live on KEXP in Bilbao is a partnership with BIME. Recorded at Iglesia de la Encarnación in Bilbao, Spain. Host: Albina CabreraAudio Engineer: Kevin Suggs...
2026-02-0928 min
Live on KEXPAmi Taf Ra (Live On KEXP)KEXP presents Ami Taf Ra performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded November 24, 2025. Law Kaana Qalbi Speak To Us How I Became A Madman Love The ProphetAmi Taf Ra - VocalsMicah Heard - DrumsIsaac Green - BassVeritus Miller - KeysHost: Jewel LoreeAudio Engineer: Julian MartlewMastering Engineer: Kevin Suggshttps://amitafra.comhttp://kexp.orgJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3I2GFN_F8WudD_2jUZbojA/join Support...
2026-02-0634 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Chilly on Trhä’s Fantastical Black MetalHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Chilly about prolific metal artist Damián Antón Ojeda. Trhä is one of Ojeda’s many projects, leaning into elements of black metal and shoegaze in a way that feels surprisingly uplifting. This unpronounceable song was released on Trhä’s 2025 self-released EP, lact’eben.Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.
2026-02-0511 min
Live on KEXPsunking (Live on KEXP)KEXP presents sunking performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded November 24, 2025. BAM BAM CIRCUIT CITY TAP WATER Glitch/Spy KAZA DUM Bobby Granfelt - DrumsAntoine Martel - Keyboard, SynthesizerVictory Nguyen - Synthesizer, Flute, Saxophone Host: Noel Brass Jr.Audio & Mastering Engineer: Julian MartlewAudio Mix: Sunking https://sunkingexperiment.bandcamp.comhttp://kexp.org Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3I2GFN_F8WudD_2jUZbojA/join Support the show: https://www.kexp.org...
2026-02-0321 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Chilly on Seattle Heavy Metal Band TURIANHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Chilly about Seattle band TURIAN and the harrowing story behind their song “Chemical Bath.” The song is written in tribute to Carmelita Torres, who is credited for starting the 1917 bath riots on the border of Mexico and the United States. TURIAN’s album Blood Quantum Blues is out now via Wise Blood Records.Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the...
2026-02-0309 min
Live on KEXPRoy Borland (Live on KEXP)KEXP and BIME present Live on KEXP in Bilbao with Roy Borland performing at Iglesia de la Encarnación. Recorded October 28, 2025. Considérame Mundo Azul Ramblin' Rose Aleluya Soldados Subacuáticos Canto a la Luna Roy Borland - Guitar, VocalsCarlos Clerencia - CelloDavid Sanz - SaxophoneNuria Martinez - KeysPatricia Colado - Cello Live on KEXP in Bilbao is a partnership with BIME. Recorded at Iglesia de la Encarnación in Bilbao, Spain. Host: Albina CabreraAudio Engineer: Kevin SuggsGuest Audio Engineer: BIME Audi...
2026-02-0224 min
Live on KEXPCut Copy (Live on KEXP)KEXP presents Cut Copy performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded November 11, 2025. Solid Still See Love Belong to You Future Dan Whitford - Keys, VocalsTim Hoey - Guitar, VocalsBen Browning - Bass, Keys, VocalsMitchell Scott - Drums, Vocals Host: John RichardsAudio Engineer: Kevin SuggsGuest Audio Engineer: Michael QuinnAudio Mixer: Jonathan GardnerMastering Engineer: Julian Martlew http://kexp.org Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3I2GFN_F8WudD_2jUZbojA...
2026-01-3023 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Reeves on Euphoria Again & Dogwood TalesHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Reeves about his love of sad dad rock and Euphoria Again & Dogwood Tales’s collaboration on their new track “Candy,” off their new album Destination Heaven on Born Losers Records. Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.
2026-01-2906 min
Live on KEXPChalk (Live on KEXP)KEXP presents Chalk performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded November 10, 2025.1. Pain2. Can’t Feel It3. One-Nine-Eight-Zero4. Skem5. I.D.C. Ross Cullen - VocalsBenedict Hardie Goddard - Guitar, SamplerFiontan MacAleavey - Drums Host: Kevin ColeAudio Engineer: Julian MartlewAudio Mixer: Chris W RyanMastering Engineer: Julian MartlewPhoto by: Charina Pitzelhttps://chalkbelfast.bandcamp.comhttp://kexp.org Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3I2GF...
2026-01-2728 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Reeves on Croatia’s SpeedclawHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Reeves about his love of metal music and Speedclaw’s new song “Allnighter,” from their 2025 debut studio album Stardust via Dying Victims Productions. Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: https://www.kexp.or...
2026-01-2706 min
Live on KEXPLucius (Live on KEXP)KEXP presents Lucius performing live on KEXP from The Triple Door. Recorded November 17, 2025.1. Final Days 2. Gold Rush 3. Hallways4. Stranger Danger5. Thick as Thieves6. Old Tape7. Mad Love 8. Everybody Hurts Jess Wolfe - Vocals, Synth, Moog BassHolly Laessig - Vocals, SynthsPeter Lalish - GuitarsDan Molad - Backing Vocals, DrumsJacob Peters - Backing Vocals, Guitars, Percussion Host: Ashley McDonaldAudio Engineer: Julian MartlewGuest Audio Engineer: Sam ScheiberAudio Mixer: Austin AsvanondaMastering Engineer: Matt Ogaz...
2026-01-2341 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP Music Director Chris Sanley on upcoming 2026 releasesHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley about upcoming 2026 releases including Robyn, Lucha Luna and Ratboys. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnys...
2026-01-2207 min
Live on KEXPAgriculture (Live on KEXP)KEXP presents Agriculture performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded November 20, 2025. Bodhidharma Hallelujah The Weight The Reply Leah Levinson - Bass, Vocals Kern Haug - Drums Dan Meyer - Guitar, VocalsRichard Chowenhill - Guitar Host: Tanner EllisonAudio Engineer: Kevin SuggsAudio Mixer: Richard ChowenhillMastering Engineer: Matt Ogaz https://agriculturemusic.com http://kexp.org Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3I2GFN_F8WudD_2jUZbojA/joinSupport the show: https://ww...
2026-01-2132 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP Music Director Chris Sanley on Hemi HemingwayHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley about Hemi Hemingway’s new song "Oh, My Albertine" from the upcoming album Wings of Desire, out on Feb. 20 via PNKSLM Recordings. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at headphones@kexp.org.Su...
2026-01-2007 min
Live on KEXPKerala Dust (Live on KEXP)KEXP presents Kerala Dust performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded November 18, 2025. The Orb, TX How The Light Gets In Love In The Underground White Noise Ed Kenny - Vocals, Bass, ElectronicsTim Gardner - KeysPascal Karier - DrumsLawrence Howarth - Guitar Host: Cheryl WatersAudio Engineer: Kevin SuggsGuest Audio Engineer & Mixer: Nick CarterMastering Engineer: Matt Ogaz https://www.keraladust.comhttp://kexp.org Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3I2...
2026-01-1626 min
Live on KEXPLittle Barrie & Malcolm Catto (Live on KEXP)KEXP presents Little Barrie & Malcolm Catto performing live at ESMA in Rennes, France, during Trans Musicales 2025. Recorded December 3, 2025. Electric War ’Said Soul Old Role Rest In Blue My Now Barrie Cadogan - Vocals, GuitarLewis Wharton - Bass, VocalsMalcolm Catto - Drumshttps://littlebarrie.bandcamp.comhttps://www.lestrans.com/https://www.esma-artistique.comhttps://www.tourisme-rennes.comhttp://kexp.org Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3I2GFN_F8WudD_2jUZbojA/join https://ww...
2026-01-1525 minLive on KEXPSextile (Live on KEXP)KEXP presents Sextile performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded November 7, 2025.Songs: Kids Freak Eyes Women Respond To Bass Soggy Newports Brady Keehn - Vocals, SynthsMelissa Scaduto - Vocals, Synths, Guitar Host: Abbie GobeliAudio Engineer: Kevin SuggsMastering Engineer: Matt Ogaz https://sextile.musichttp://kexp.org Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3I2GFN_F8WudD_2jUZbojA/joinSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for...
2026-01-1326 minLive on KEXPRocket (Live on KEXP)KEXP presents Rocket performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded November 18, 2025. Songs: Pretending One Million Wide Awake Number One Fan R Is For Rocket Alithea Tuttle - Vocals, BassDesi Scaglione - GuitarBaron Rinzler - Guitar, KeysCooper Ladomade - Drums Host: Larry Mizell, Jr.Audio Engineer: Kevin SuggsMastering Engineer: Matt Ogaz Cameras: Jim Beckmann, Carlos Cruz, Scott Holpainen & Luke KnechtEditor: Carlos Cruz https://rockettheband.comhttps://kexp.org Join this channel to get access to perks:
2026-01-1233 minLive on KEXPLive on KEXP Podcast UpdateThe Live on KEXP Podcast will now feature audio versions of nearly every KEXP session that we publish on your YouTube channel, on the very same day it comes out. This means you’ll usually be getting about 4 or 5 sessions in this feed, each and every week. More live music, and more music discovery, right here on the Live on KEXP Podcast. Thanks for listening!Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-0900 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Troy Nelson on Oakland’s Orchestra GOLDHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Troy Nelson about Afro psychedelic rock band Orchestra GOLD and their new, self-released song “Dakan.” Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org Photo Credit: Ginger FiersteinSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donate...
2026-01-0810 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Troy Nelson on Australia’s Georgia KnightHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Troy Nelson about autoharps, and one his new favorite tracks – “Mingle” – by Georgia Knight, out now on her debut album Beanpole, on Poison City Records. Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.orgSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/do...
2026-01-0608 min
A Deeper ListenKEXP’s Top Played Albums of 2025Emily Fox and KEXP DJs Larry Mizell Jr. and Evie Stokes share their personal favorite albums of the year and break down KEXP’s top played albums of 2025. KEXP’s top played albums were: Tunde Adebimpe - Thee Black Boltz Wet Leg- moisturizer Deep Sea Diver- Billboard Heart Say She She- Cut & Rewind Turnstile - NEVER ENOUGH Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-3030 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Goyri on Mexico City’s unperro andaluzKEXP DJ Goyri, co-host of El Sonido, joins host Evie Stokes to talk about Mexico City’s bursting music scene and unperro andaluz’s new song “malabares” featuring another Mexican artist – Manuel Ávila – off their record tragaperras on ERiZO. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at h...
2025-12-1108 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Goyri on Cosmic KittenKEXP DJ Goyri, co-host of El Sonido, joins host Evie Stokes to talk about being a ‘90s kid, and music off his own label – Psyched! Records SF. The two talk about the San Pedro-based quartet Cosmic Kitten and their new song “Breadcrumbs” off their self-titled album. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.
2025-12-0908 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Sean on Elaine HowleyKEXP DJ Sean joins host Evie Stokes to talk about one of his favorite tracks of the year: Elaine Howley’s "Hold Me In A New Way,” described by some as the perfect music for insomniacs and romancers — out now on Modern Love. Hosted by Evie Stokes Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.
2025-11-2707 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Sean on New York’s james KKEXP DJ Sean joins host Evie Stokes to talk about one of his favorite albums of the year: Friend by New York singer and producer james K. The two discuss the song “Doom Bikini” off their new album, out now on AD 93. Hosted by Evie Stokes Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Su...
2025-11-2509 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Lace Cadence on the soulful Jalen N'GondaKEXP DJ Lace Cadence joins In Our Headphones producer Lilly Ana Fowler to talk about N'Gonda – an American musician based in England – and his shapeshifting tunes, including his new single “All About Me.” Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp...
2025-11-2006 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Lace Cadence on Santa Cruz hardcore punk DrainKEXP DJ Lace Cadence joins In Our Headphones producer Lilly Ana Fowler to talk about growing up around African music, his love of Californian hardcore punk Drain and their song “Stealing Happiness from Tomorrow,” off their new album …IS YOUR FRIEND via Epitaph Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the...
2025-11-1808 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Greta Rose on Australian producer and DJ HAAiKEXP DJ Greta Rose joins host Evie Stokes to talk about Australian producer and DJ HAAi and their new track "Satellite" from the recently released album HUMANiSE on Mute Records.Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: h...
2025-11-1308 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Greta Rose on Peruvian shoegaze band Los MembrillosKEXP DJ Greta Rose joins host Evie Stokes to talk about the Latin American band Los Membrillos and their track "Millones De Colores," or millions of colors which, Greta says, is perfect for this fall weather. "Millones De Colores" is off the band's first album Distimia. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.
2025-11-1106 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP audio producer Roddy Nikpour on Stardew Valley’s soundtrackKEXP producer Lilly Ana Fowler talks to fellow producer Roddy Nikpour about the soundtrack to the popular video game Stardew Valley, the Seattle creator behind it, and the song “Stardew Valley Festival of Seasons – Season Suite (Spring).” Revisit Roddy’s interview with Stardew Valley composers Eric Baron and Andrew Rohrmann on A Deeper Listen. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “...
2025-11-0612 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP audio producer Roddy Nikpour on WU LYF's returnKEXP producer Lilly Ana Fowler talks to fellow producer Roddy Nikpour about WU LYF's cult following and the Manchester's band new song “A New Life is Coming,” released after disappearing for more than a decade. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.
2025-11-0411 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP Music Director Chris Sanley on Toronto’s Shn ShnHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley about POP Montreal International Music Festival’s best acts, including Shn Shn and her song "Home is Another Place." Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: http...
2025-10-3008 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP Music Director Chris Sanley on Montreal’s WORKSHost Evie Stokes talks to KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley about POP Montreal International Music Festival’s best acts, including WORKS and their song "Taut & Unphased." Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: https...
2025-10-2809 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Stas THEE Boss on Atlanta’s VaydaKEXP DJ Stas THEE Boss joins host Evie Stokes to talk about confident female rappers and Vayda, a young rapper and producer from Georgia. The two talk about Vayda’s new song “Daystar.” Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.
2025-10-2305 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Stas THEE Boss on Seattle’s Remember FaceKEXP DJ Stas THEE Boss joins host Evie Stokes to talk about Seattle hip hop, MF DOOM, and Remember Face’s new single “Mr. Big League.” Remember Face’s new album Motion Snaps For Alley Cat Jacks is out now. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones
2025-10-2106 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Tory J on Chicago’s SnoozeKEXP DJ Tory J joins host Evie Stokes to talk about writing to music, math rock and Snooze, a happy heavy mathy band from Chicago. The two talk about Snooze’s new song “On a Superposition” from their album “I Know How You Will Die,” which was self-released earlier this year.Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones”...
2025-10-1609 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Tory J on Metal Band Maud the MothKEXP DJ Tory J joins host Evie Stokes to talk about KEXP’s indigenous show Sounds of Survivance and metal band Maud the Moth’s new song “Burial of the Patriarchs.” The song is off Maud the Moth's new album The Distaff, out now on The Larvarium. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support t...
2025-10-1409 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Brian Foss on Colorado’s Cheap PerfumeBrian Foss, one of the hosts of KEXP’s punk show Sonic Reducer, joins Evie Stokes to talk about protest music, punching nazis, and the feminist punk rock band Cheap Perfume. Cheap Perfume has a new song out called “Woke Mind Virus” via Snappy Little Fingers. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Suppor...
2025-09-2506 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Brian Foss on British punks The MekonsBrian Foss, one of the hosts of KEXP’s punk show Sonic Reducer, joins Evie Stokes to talk about protest music and the British punk band that just won’t quit: The Mekons. The two talk about the band’s latest album Horror and their new song “War Economy." Horror is out now on Fire Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “Wha...
2025-09-2306 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP Music Director Chris Sanley on Montreal Artist Thanya IyerChris Sanley, KEXP’s music director, joins host Evie Stokes to talk about the upcoming Pop Montreal music festival and one of the acts she looks forward to seeing there – Thanya Iyer. The two talk about Iyer’s new song “I am here now” from her album TIDE/TIED, out now on Topshelf Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's...
2025-09-1809 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP Music Director Chris Sanley on the Evolution of Hand HabitsChris Sanley, KEXP’s music director, joins host Evie Stokes to talk about the upcoming Pop Montreal music festival and one of the acts she looks forward to seeing there – Hand Habits. The two also talk about Hand Habit’s collaborations with tons of KEXP mainstays, like Perfume Genius and Kevin Morby. They also discuss how the L.A.-based singer-songwriter is coming into their own on their new song “Wheel of Change.” Hand Habit’s new album Blue Reminder is out now on Fat Possum. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: W...
2025-09-1610 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Albina Cabrera on Mexico City’s VondréKEXP DJ Albina Cabrera joins host Evie Stokes to talk about Latin American Heritage month and KEXP’s special ‘Aqui y Ahora’ programming surrounding it. She also talks about one of her favorite bands from Mexico City, Vondré, and their new shoegazy song “31.” You can also hear Albina on KEXP’s Spanish language podcast El Sonido: Cancioneros where she talks with Latin artists every week on the music that made them. Check it out here or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduct...
2025-09-1106 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Albina Cabrera on Hermanos Gutiérrez and Leon Bridges’ New CollaborationKEXP DJ Albina Cabrera joins host Evie Stokes to talk about one of her favorite tracks of the year so far. It comes from Ecuadorian-Swiss Latin instrumental band Hermanos Gutiérrez and their new collaboration with Leon Bridges on the song “Elegantly Wasted.”You can also hear Albina on KEXP’s Spanish language podcast El Sonido: Cancioneros where she talks with Latin artists every week on the music that made them. Check it out here or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by: Evie StokesProduced by: Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William MyersProduct...
2025-09-0908 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Diana Ratsamee on South Korea’s Silica GelHost Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Diana Ratsamee about K-pop, the return home of Japanese Breakfast's Michelle Zauner, and her new collaboration with South Korea's Silica Gel on “NamgungFefere.” Zauner released Japanese Breakfast’s latest album For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women) earlier this year on Dead Oceans. Hosted by Evie Stokes. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler.Mastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Suppo...
2025-09-0409 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Diana Ratsamee on Thailand’s MakaraHost Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Diana Ratsamee about her dad’s musical influence and a trip back home to Thailand. There she discovered Makara and their new song “Coco.” Hosted by Evie Stokes. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler. Mastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at headphones@kexp.org.Suppo...
2025-09-0209 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP listener Jason Rodriguez on Austin natives Die SpitzThis week, in honor of Amplifier Day at KEXP, we’re talking to listeners about a new favorite track. Producer Lilly Ana Fowler catches up with KEXP listener Jason Rodriguez who weighs in on some of his favorite music from the year so far, including Die Spitz’s new track “Pop Punk Anthem.” Die Spitz’s forthcoming album Something to Consume will be out on Sept. 12 on Third Man Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen...
2025-08-2806 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP listener Holden Colyer on Seattle’s M.O.S.S.This week, in honor of Amplifier Day at KEXP, we’re talking to listeners about a new favorite track. Producer Lilly Ana Fowler catches up with KEXP listener Holden Colyer who weighs in on Seattle-based band M.O.S.S. and their new song “Youth Loser.” M.O.S.S.’s new album Youth Loser is out now on Den Tapes. Hosted by Evie Stokes. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler. Mastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Head...
2025-08-2605 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP’s Dusty Henry on French musician OklouDusty Henry, KEXP’s Associate Director of Editorial, sits down with host Evie Stokes to talk about ambient pop and other music he listens to around the house. He also talks about one of his favorite records of the year so far: Oklou’s Choke Enough and her single “thank you for recording.” Choke Enough is out now on True Panther Sounds. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In O...
2025-08-0705 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP’s Dusty Henry on ambient music and “Correspondances II”Dusty Henry, KEXP’s Associate Director of Editorial, sits down with host Evie Stokes to talk about his love of ambient music and why he thinks listening to it in this day and age is a radical act. He also tells her about two of his favorite artists – Laurie Torres and Nailah Hunter – and their new collaboration on the track “Correspondances II.” Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In...
2025-08-0509 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Jyoti B.Fly, co-host of Wo’Pop, on dance hit ‘Unidos’Host Evie Stokes talks with Jyoti B. Fly about Peruvian artist Sofia Kourtesis and her new collaboration with Daphni of Caribou fame on the "Unidos". Kourtesis’ upcoming EP Volver will be out August 1st via Ninja Tune. Hosted by: Evie Stokes Produced by: Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Photo credit: Mathilde Agius Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube...
2025-07-2410 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Jyoti B.Fly, co-host of Wo'Pop, on TSHEGUEHost Evie Stokes talks with Jyoti B. Fly about world music, the rise of European Black artists and TSHEGUE’s new single “Plus de place nulle part" out now on Savoir Faire - Animal 63. Hosted by Evie Stokes Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Co...
2025-07-2208 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Mike Ramos on London’s 4am KruHost Evie Stokes talks with Mike Ramos about drum and bass music and London group 4am Kru’s string of banger singles, including “Mr. Wolf.” Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Photo credit: Lizzie Lenthal Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.orgSuppor...
2025-07-1509 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Vitamin D on New Zealand’s Arjuna OakesHost Evie Stokes talks with Vitamin D about musical journeys and Arjuna Oakes’ new track “Motel.” Oakes’ new album While I’m Distracted is out now on London-based label Albert's Favourites. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org Photo Credit...
2025-07-1008 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Vitamin D on Australian R&B Group SampologyHost Evie Stokes talks with Vitamin D about ToXic MaX-Q-Linity, Australia’s bursting R&B scene, and a sunny new single from Sampology. Sampology’s new album Morning Sun is out now on Middle Name Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at head...
2025-07-0810 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Kennady Quille on Seattle’s dreamy StoneyardHost Evie Stokes talks with DJ Kennady Quille, host of KEXP's long-running Northwest music show Audioasis. They talk “doomscrolling” bands on Instagram, long songs, and Stoneyard’s new tune “Amelia's Hand.” Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.Support th...
2025-07-0312 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Kennady Quille on Portland’s Night HeronHost Evie Stokes talks with DJ Kennady Quille, host of KEXP's long-running Northwest music show Audioasis. The two discuss Portland bands getting their flowers, including Night Heron and their new song “Morning Cloudz” featuring rapper ePP. Night Heron’s new album Escapism is out now on Literal Gold Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on...
2025-07-0107 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP staff reporter Martin Douglas on Cincinnati’s post-punks Artificial GoHost Evie Stokes talks with KEXP staff writer Martin Douglas about fake British accents, art school kids and Cincinnati’s fun, post-punk band Artificial Go’s “Lasso.” Artificial Go’s new album Musical Chairs is out now on Feel It Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphon...
2025-06-2608 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP staff reporter Martin Douglas on D.C.’s SEXFACESHost Evie Stokes talks with KEXP staff writer Martin Douglas about D.C.'s newest punks SEXFACES, their song “James Osterberg,” zine soundtracks, and Iggy Pop's government name. SEXFACES’s new album Bad Vibes OST is out now on Slovenly Recordings. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/hea...
2025-06-2407 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP Music Director Chris Sanley on the Magic of BlondshellHost Evie Stokes talks with KEXP music director Chris Sanley about Blondshell’s new song “He Wants Me,” the power of her lyrics, and whether we’re all getting Blondshell tattoos. Blondshell’s new album If You Asked For A Picture is out now on Partisan Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Supp...
2025-06-1910 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP Music Director Chris Sanley on Annahstasia’s 'Villain'KEXP music director Chris Sanley talks with host Evie Stokes about Nigerian-American singer-songwriter and visual artist Annahstasia, being a villain in someone else’s story and forgiveness. Annahstasia’s new album Tether is out now on Drink Sum WTR. Hosted by Evie Stokes. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler. Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/head...
2025-06-1709 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Evie Stokes on the return of Chicago’s Pixel GripEvie Stokes, host of KEXP’s Drive Time show, talks with producer Lilly Ana Fowler about underground industrial trio Pixel Grip’s new single “Split,” triple entendres, and making music in these troubled times. Pixel Grip’s new self-released album, Percepticide: The Death of Reality, is out now. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.
2025-06-1207 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Evie Stokes on Wet Leg’s Latest SingleEvie Stokes, host of KEXP’s Drive Time show, talks with producer Lilly Ana Fowler about Isle of Wight band Wet Leg’s new single “CPR.” The duo also discuss Harry Styles' cover of the band’s song “Wet Dream.” Wet Leg’s new album moisturizer is out July 11 via Domino Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” p...
2025-06-1007 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Kevin Sur on New Zealand singer-songwriter MāKevin Sur, co-host of KEXP’s indigenous show Sounds of Survivance, talks with Evie Stokes about Mā’s new album opener and single, “Decay,” featuring Mato Wayuhi, a multidisciplinary Oglala Lakota artist from South Dakota. Mā’s album Blame It On The Weather, is out now on Meeting House Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” pla...
2025-06-0508 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Kevin Sur on Martin Luke Brown’s therapeutic new trackKevin Sur, co-host of KEXP’s indigenous show Sounds of Survivance, talks with Evie Stokes about UK artist Martin Luke Brown's new single “This is Me Now” from his second album man oh man!, out now on AMK. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at...
2025-06-0307 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Cheryl Waters on Swedish band Goat teaming up with MC YallahCheryl Waters, host of KEXP’s Midday Show, is back with Evie Stokes. Cheryl talks about Swedish alternative/experimental fusion group Goat and their collaboration with African rap artist MC Yallah on their song “Nimerudi.” Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphon...
2025-05-2907 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Cheryl Waters on Seattle indie group Great GrandpaCheryl Waters, host of KEXP’s midday show, talks with Evie Stokes about the evolution of one of her favorite local bands – Great Grandpa – and how the transitioning of transgender lead singer Al Menne has impacted the group’s sound. Great Grandpa’s new album, Patience, Moonbeam, is out now on Run For Cover Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Photo by Rachel Bennett Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Head...
2025-05-2707 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Albina Cabrera on Honduran musician Lupita ZúnigaAlbina Cabrera, editorial manager of KEXP’s Latin partnerships and co-host of the Latin alternative music show El Sonido, talks with Evie Stokes about the Ibero-American compilation series Remezcla tu Ciudad, experimental Latin American music, and Honduran pianist and composer Lupita Zúniga. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast...
2025-05-2207 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Albina Cabrera on Venezuelan Composer Oksana LindeAlbina Cabrera, editorial manager of KEXP’s Latin partnerships and co-host of the Latin alternative music show El Sonido, talks with Evie Stokes about how Venezuelan composer Oksana Linde transitioned from chemistry to music later in life—and about Buh Records, the Peruvian label releasing Linde’s work today. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist o...
2025-05-2007 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Supreme La Rock on the Acid Jazz of Dana and AldenDJ Supreme La Rock, host of KEXP’s Sunday Soul, talks with Evie Stokes about how a visit to a Toronto record store led to the discovery of Dana and Alden, a brother duo from the Pacific Northwest, and their latest album Coyote, You’re My Star, out now on L.A. record label Winspear. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersEditorial director: Larry Mizell Jr. Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist...
2025-05-1504 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ Supreme La Rock on Poppeye’s Lost Gem “Be My Baby”This week we have selections from DJ Supreme La Rock, host of KEXP’s Sunday Soul. Supreme sits down with Evie Stokes to talk about soul, digging for new music and the Seattle soul group Poppyeye – a lost gem from 1978 that’s recently been rediscovered and reissued. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersEditorial director: Larry Mizell Jr. Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/he...
2025-05-1306 min
In Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ John Richards on Cari Cari’s "Schmetterling"KEXP’s Morning Show DJ John Richards sits down with In Our Headphones host Evie Stokes this week to talk about bands from far away lands – first up is the Austrian group Cari Cari and their new single “Schmetterling" from their album One More Trip Around the Sun, out now on Perla Nera Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersCreative Director of Editorial: Larry Mizell Jr. Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphone...
2025-05-0809 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP DJ John Richards on Matt Berninger’s “Bonnet of Pins”In Our Headphones is back! Today, KEXP’s Morning Show DJ John Richards sits down with host Evie Stokes to talk about what the Pixies have meant to him. He also reflects on The National and shares lead singer Matt Berninger’s new single, “Bonnet of Pins,” from his upcoming album Get Sunk – out May 30 on Concord Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersEditorial director: Larry Mizell Jr Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headpho...
2025-05-0608 minIn Our HeadphonesBonus: Introducing "Live on KEXP"In Our Headphones will be back next week with song recommendations from Larry Mizell Jr, host of The Afternoon Show. But this week, we'd like to share another KEXP podcast: Live on KEXP. It highlights one of KEXP's world-class in-studio sessions every week, starting with an introduction from host Troy Nelson. On this episode, we hear a mind-melting session from Cambodian psych-rock group Dengue Fever. You can watch all KEXP live sessions on YouTube. And subscribe to Live on KEXP wherever you listen to podcasts for a curated selection of these sessions.Support...
2025-01-1328 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP's Top Played Albums of 2024For this episode, we feature a conversation hosted by Emily Fox that first aired on KEXP’s radio show Sound & Vision. It was a conversation with DJs Troy Nelson, Evie Stokes, and John Richards about the five top played albums on KEXP in 2024. Counting down from number five, Emily discusses each album with the DJ who played it the most. Top Played Albums of 2024: Fontaines D.C. - Romance Ibibio Sound Machine - Pull The Rope Angélica Garcia - Gemelo Khruangbin - A LA SALA Dehd - Poetry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's...
2025-01-0628 minIn Our HeadphonesKEXP’s Songs of the Year (2024)It’s that list-making time of year! So for this episode, we've brought together 12 KEXP DJs and tastemakers for a sonic collage of the best new music from 2024. We hear from each DJ about one song that rose above the rest, getting a diverse sampling of the year in music. From hardcore to reggae to ambient and everything in between, this episode is sure to bring something unexpected for even our most voracious listeners. Songs featured: Mk.gee - “Dream Police” (DJ Alex’s pick) Bures Band - “Green Town” (Greg Vandy’s pick)
2024-12-1634 minIn Our HeadphonesBonus: Introducing KEXP's "A Deeper Listen"In Our Headphones will be back next week with song recommendations from Atticus. But this week, we'd like to share another KEXP podcast: A Deeper Listen. It’s hosted by Emily Fox and every week it features a conversation with an artist bringing you deeper into their music. After hearing about their inspirations and the experiences that inform their work, you’ll find yourself hearing their music in a whole new way. On this episode, Emily talks with Alynda Segarra of Hurray for the Riff Raff about their recent album, 'The Past Is Still Alive.' Th...
2024-10-2129 minIn Our HeadphonesBonus: Introducing KEXP's "The Cobain 50"In Our Headphones will be back next week with song recommendations from Lace Cadence, host of The Continent. But this week, we'd like to share another KEXP podcast: The Cobain 50, which explores the famous list Kurt Cobain left behind in one of his journals naming his Top 50 albums. Hosted by Martin Douglas and Dusty Henry, the series digs into a different album from the list each week, discussing its influence on Nirvana and the bigger themes still resonating today. On this episode, Dusty Henry dives into 'Surfer Rosa' by The Pixies. It's arguably the most...
2024-08-2630 min
In Our HeadphonesSongs of the Summer with KEXP's Editorial TeamOn this special edition of In Our Headphones, KEXP’s Editorial Team comes together to share their contenders for this year’s “Song of the Summer.” From synth pop and breezy yacht rock to UK garage and the diss track to end them all, each contributor brings their own take on what makes the perfect summer track. Songs featured: Buscabulla - “11:11” (Albina Cabrera’s pick) Mt Fog - “Drifting” (Roddy Nikpour’s pick) Chris Cohen - “Night or Day” (Janice Headley’s pick) Empress Of - “Kiss Me (feat. Rina Sawayama)” (Emily Fox’s pick) J.P. - “Bad Bitty” (Larry Mizell J...
2024-08-1226 min
The Cobain 50Bonus: Introducing KEXP's In Our HeadphonesThe Cobain 50 returns May 1 with Shonen Knife's Burning Farm (K Records version) from 1985. This week, we'd like to share another KEXP podcast: In Our Headphones, the evolution of our longstanding Song of the Day podcast. Hosted by Janice Headley and Isabel Khalili, this weekly interview series features KEXP DJs sharing their new favorite music. You'll hear the backstory about each artist and song, as well as each DJ’s personal connection to the music. Support KEXP podcasts at kexp.org/cobainSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-04-2436 minThe Cobain 50Bonus: Introducing KEXP's A Deeper ListenThe Cobain 50 returns May 1 with Shonen Knife's Burning Farm (K Records version) from 1985. This week, we'd like to share another KEXP podcast: A Deeper Listen, where Emily Fox and other storytellers at KEXP talk with artists about the stories behind their songs and the experiences that inform their work. Through each conversation, we uncover the humanity behind the music, allowing us to hear it in a whole new way. Support KEXP podcasts at kexp.org/cobainSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-04-1731 minA Deeper ListenKEXP’s Top Played Albums of 2023Emily Fox and KEXP DJs Evie Stokes, Troy Nelson and Kevin Cole break down the top played albums of 2023 on KEXP and share their personal favorite records of the year. KEXP’s top played albums: Jungle - Volcano Arlo Parks - My Soft Machine Polyrhythmics - Filter System Little Dragon - Slugs of Love Yves Tumor - Praise a Lord Who Chews But Which Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds) Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-12-2634 minA Deeper ListenExplore KEXP Podcasts!During KEXP’s fall fund drive, discover the variety of music podcasts we produce at KEXP and hear some of our favorite clips from each one. We’re thankful to the thousands of amplifiers who already donate to KEXP, building the foundation for our community of storytelling, and we want you to join them with a one-time donation or a recurring gift! 50 Years of Hip-Hop: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/50-years-of-hip-hop/ El Sonido: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/el-sonido/ Fresh off the Spaceship: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/fresh-off-the-spaceship/ Live on KEXP: h...
2023-10-1909 minIn Our HeadphonesExplore KEXP Podcasts!During KEXP’s fall fund drive, discover the variety of music podcasts we produce at KEXP and hear some of our favorite clips from each one. We’re thankful to the thousands of amplifiers who already donate to KEXP, building the foundation for our community of storytelling, and we want you to join them with a one-time donation or a recurring gift! 50 Years of Hip-Hop: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/50-years-of-hip-hop/ El Sonido: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/el-sonido/ Fresh off the Spaceship: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/fresh-off-the-spaceship/ Live on KEXP: h...
2023-10-1909 min
The Runcast with John RichardsExplore KEXP Podcasts!During KEXP’s fall fund drive, discover the variety of music podcasts we produce at KEXP and hear some of our favorite clips from each one. We’re thankful to the thousands of amplifiers who already donate to KEXP, building the foundation for our community of storytelling, and we want you to join them with a one-time donation or a recurring gift! 50 Years of Hip-Hop: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/50-years-of-hip-hop/ El Sonido: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/el-sonido/ Fresh off the Spaceship: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/fresh-off-the-spaceship/ Live on KEXP: h...
2023-10-1909 minLive on KEXPExplore KEXP Podcasts!During KEXP’s fall fund drive, discover the variety of music podcasts we produce at KEXP and hear some of our favorite clips from each one. We’re thankful to the thousands of amplifiers who already donate to KEXP, building the foundation for our community of storytelling, and we want you to join them with a one-time donation or a recurring gift! 50 Years of Hip-Hop: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/50-years-of-hip-hop/ El Sonido: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/el-sonido/ Fresh off the Spaceship: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/fresh-off-the-spaceship/ Live on KEXP: h...
2023-10-1909 min
Fresh off the SpaceshipExplore KEXP Podcasts!During KEXP’s fall fund drive, discover the variety of music podcasts we produce at KEXP and hear some of our favorite clips from each one. We’re thankful to the thousands of amplifiers who already donate to KEXP, building the foundation for our community of storytelling, and we want you to join them with a one-time donation or a recurring gift! 50 Years of Hip-Hop: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/50-years-of-hip-hop/ El Sonido: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/el-sonido/ Fresh off the Spaceship: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/fresh-off-the-spaceship/ Live on KEXP: h...
2023-10-1909 min
The Cobain 50Explore KEXP Podcasts!During KEXP’s fall fund drive, discover the variety of music podcasts we produce at KEXP and hear some of our favorite clips from each one. We’re thankful to the thousands of amplifiers who already donate to KEXP, building the foundation for our community of storytelling, and we want you to join them with a one-time donation or a recurring gift! 50 Years of Hip-Hop: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/50-years-of-hip-hop/ El Sonido: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/el-sonido/ Fresh off the Spaceship: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/fresh-off-the-spaceship/ Live on KEXP: h...
2023-10-1909 min
El SonidoExplore KEXP Podcasts!During KEXP’s fall fund drive, discover the variety of music podcasts we produce at KEXP and hear some of our favorite clips from each one. We’re thankful to the thousands of amplifiers who already donate to KEXP, building the foundation for our community of storytelling, and we want you to join them with a one-time donation or a recurring gift! 50 Years of Hip-Hop: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/50-years-of-hip-hop/ El Sonido: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/el-sonido/ Fresh off the Spaceship: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/fresh-off-the-spaceship/ Live on KEXP: h...
2023-10-1909 minA Deeper ListenThe Smile at KEXPDuring the pandemic, Radiohead's Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood, along with drummer Tom Skinner of Sons of Kemet, formed The Smile. The group recently stopped by the KEXP studios for a live performance that can be viewed in full on KEXP's YouTube channel. On this episode, KEXP DJ Morgan Chosnyk and KEXP’s Video Manager Jim Beckmann take us behind the scenes of the session and discuss The Smile's debut album. Then, the Seattle-based New York Times Bestselling writer, Ijeoma Oluo, shares a personal essay reflecting on the idea of change, inspired by attending The Smile's KEXP pe...
2023-01-1714 minA Deeper ListenKEXP DJs on Their Favorite Albums of 2022Rachel Stevens talks with KEXP DJs Kevin Cole, Larry Mizell Jr, Evie Stokes, and Eva Walker about some of their favorite albums the year. Artists discussed: Toro y Moi, Sudan Archives, Special Interest, Charles Stepney, Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul (Larry Mizell Jr.) Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, The Smokes, Enumclaw (Eva Walker) Automatic, Ibibio Sound Machine, Melody’s Echo Chamber, Lad Ash (Evie Stokes) Lizzo, Death Cab for Cutie, Built to Spill, Spoon (Rachel Stevens) Brimheim, Kae Tempest, Kendrick Lamar (Kevin Cole) Plus: Beyonce, Wet Leg, ODESZA, SAULT You can vote on your favorite albums of th...
2022-12-0619 minThe Runcast with John RichardsLive on KEXP with Japanese BreakfastToday, we bring you an episode of KEXP's Live on KEXP podcast featuring an exclusive session with Japanese Breakfast. There are many negative ways one could sum up 2021 but one shining bright positive title we can give it is "The Year of Michelle Zauner." The Oregon-born artist is probably best known as Japanese Breakfast and released the stellar album Jubilee this June but is also now an acclaimed author with the release of the New York Times bestseller Crying in H Mart in April. For this episode of Live on KEXP we share a clip o...
2022-01-1423 minA Deeper ListenKEXP's Top Albums of 2021: Staff PicksKEXP staff share their favorite music of 2021. Dig deeper with these personal essays from KEXP staff. Check out this collection of KEXP DJs' top ten lists.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-12-3018 minA Deeper ListenKEXP's Top Albums of 2021: Heavy RotationEmily Fox and Larry Mizell Jr. break down the top three most played albums on KEXP this year, as well as listeners' top three albums of 2021. Top Played Albums on KEXP in 2021: Jungle - Loving In Stereo Little Simz - Sometimes I Might Be Introvert Arlo Parks - Collapsed in Sunbeams KEXP Listeners' Top Albums of 2021: Japanese Breakfast - Jubilee Arlo Parks - Collapsed in Sunbeams IDLES - Crawler Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-12-2818 minIn Our HeadphonesLive on KEXP with Arlo ParksToday, we bring you an episode of KEXP's Live on KEXP podcast featuring an exclusive session with Arlo Parks. With two EPs and a seemingly endless number of accolades from nearly every tastemaker in the music industry under her belt, it’s an understatement to say that Arlo Parks’ debut album was highly anticipated. Released in January, ‘Collapsed in Sunbeams’ lives up to the hype and reflects the artist born Anais Oluwatoyin Estelle Marinho’s compassionate, friendly, and poetic spirit. For Live on KEXP, Troy Nelson traces Marinho’s journey from recording songs in her bedroom to s...
2021-12-1029 minA Deeper ListenLive on KEXP with José GonzálezToday, we bring you an episode of the Live on KEXP podcast, featuring the recent session with José González. For over 18 years, José González has been a master at constructing soft, contemplative guitar tunes. While, sonically, his latest album ‘Local Valley’ sounds much like his prior work, KEXP’s Larry Mizell Jr. chats with the Swedish/Argentinian musician about how his two children influenced him to inject more playfulness and creativity into his tunes, as well as write songs in his mother tongue of Spanish for the first time. Watch the full Live on KEXP ses...
2021-11-1728 minA Deeper ListenHow Taylor Swift Ended Up in KEXP’s Heavy RotationTaylor Swift has now achieved her seventh No. 1 Album on the Billboard 200 chart for her latest record, ‘folklore.' At the end of April, Swift reached out to Aaron Dessner of the National to make an album. Three months later, ‘folklore' was released. The album is being dubbed Taylor Swift’s first indie-folk record, and has now been placed into heavy rotation at KEXP. KEXP’s Music Director Don Yates explains why he put Taylor Swift into rotation for the very first time. KEXP’s DJ Abbie also weighs in on the record and the themes it explores, in...
2020-08-0417 minLive on KEXPUpdates to Live on KEXPAre you wondering about changes you've noticed to the KEXP podcasts lately? In addition to the name change (from "Live Performances" to simply "Live on KEXP") and the new graphic that nods to KEXP's iconic Live Room lights, we've got some more exciting updates in store... Sit back and let your new host, KEXP's own DJ Troy Nelson, tell you all about the changes that will go into effect starting Tuesday, April 28th. Here's a summary: The publishing schedule will move to once per week New episodes will be published on Tuesdays We'll feature a...
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