KEXP is a treasure. Musically speaking, the DJs deliver a love for music, new and old, that is infectious and inspiring. They bring a sense of discovery and appreciation that gets you excited to listen. I spend most of my day listening and I struggle to decide between listening to the shows to learn aboutContinue reading “KEXP: Music Heals: Beyond Cancer”
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Sneak Peek: Suddenly by Caribou
Dan Snaith, under the moniker Caribou, is releasing a new album called Suddenly on Feb 28. This is the first release as Caribou since 2014’s Our Love. Ahead of the release, there are three tracks released on streaming and to the radio stations. Put simply, these tracks are divine and generate exactly the sort ofContinue reading “Sneak Peek: Suddenly by Caribou”
Happy International Clash Day
Seven years ago, John Richards, a KEXP DJ, inadvertently created International Clash Day. The legend goes that he was playing a lot of songs by The Clash one day and said “fuck it!” and named the day ICD. It stuck and now is in its seventh year! Today is Clash for Climate which adds anotherContinue reading “Happy International Clash Day”
My Top Ten Albums of 2019
It’s a little bit past the season of “Best Of” lists but indulge me. To be honest, the list I wrote in December is now outdated and I’m much more firm with my top ten list for last year. I don’t know if it was just me paying more attention than usual or not, butContinue reading “My Top Ten Albums of 2019”
Magical pairing: The Clash x Big Audio Dynamite
Samples are awesome! I’ve gotta give a hat-tip to Kevin Cole @ KEXP for showing me this one. It starts out with a classic punk-rock staple that we all know: This is released in 1982, at the tail-end of The Clash’s arc. The song was the US single topping the release Combat Rock. The nextContinue reading “Magical pairing: The Clash x Big Audio Dynamite”
Quick Take: Michael Kiwanuka @ Showbox – Jan 29
This was my reaction sent to John @ KEXP the morning after seeing this show: John – So many things can get in the way of “it”. Sometimes the people behind you are talking too loudly. Sometimes there’s not enough room to dance. The venue is too hot or too cold. The sound isn’t quiteContinue reading “Quick Take: Michael Kiwanuka @ Showbox – Jan 29”
