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Summer Cannibals Oct 23, 2019

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On their fourth album, Can't Tell Me No, Portland's Summer Cannibals get confrontational about their past. The result is chock-full of empowering anthems that are as catchy as they are punk. DJ Abbie hosts the band in the KEXP Live Room for a shredding performance. Recorded 07/26/2019. 4 songs - One Of Many, Behave, Like I Used To, False Anthem.

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Lido Pimienta Oct 18, 2019

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In her music, avant-garde artist Lido Pimienta incorporates sounds from her indigenous Wayuu culture, traditional Afro-Colombian percussion, and textured electronic soundscapes. Among these varied influences, her voice manages to continually pierce through with intensity and sincerity. Cheryl Waters hosts this session at the Kex Hostel in Reykjavik during 2017's Iceland Airwaves. Recorded 11/04/2017. 6 songs - En Un Minuto, Quiero Que Te Vaya Bien, Fornicarte Es Un Arte, La Capacidad, Para Quererte, Quiero Jardines.

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Mdou Moctar Oct 16, 2019

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Leading with his hypnotic electric guitar and soulful vocals, Tuareg musician Mdou Moctar is a powerful force in contemporary Saharan music. Hosted by DJ Rhythma on Wo'Pop, Moctar performs 3 songs from his 2019 album Ilana (The Creator), as well as one original song from the Tuareg-language film he produced and starred in based on Prince's Purple Rain. Recorded 05/25/2018. 4 songs - Tada Dounia, Wiwasharnine, Tarhatazed, Kamane Tarhanin.

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Black Belt Eagle Scout Oct 11, 2019

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Portland-based Katherine Paul, also known as Black Belt Eagle Scout, blends the moody atmospheres of post-rock and the power of Riot Grrrl punk with the musical and spiritual influences of her upbringing in the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community. On her latest record At the Party With My Brown Friends, she aims to uplift and inspire other queer and indigenous voices. DJ Morgan hosts this live performance from THING Festival in Port Townsend, Washington. Recorded 08/24/2019. 4 songs - At The Party, My Heart Dreams, Loss & Relax, You're Me and I'm You.

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Sudan Archives Oct 09, 2019

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The music of Sudan Archives is an ethereal blend of R&B and experimental electronic, built on a foundation of Sudanese folk. DJ Morgan hosts this exclusive session from KEXP's live broadcast of the first-ever THING Festival in Port Townsend, Washington. Recorded 08/25/2019. 4 songs - Nont For Sale, Come Meh Way, Limitless, Did You Know.

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The Nude Party Oct 04, 2019

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The Nude Party fuses their own brand of psych-folk twang with classic rock and roll for an undeniably good time. Greg Vandy hosts the six-piece band in the KEXP Live Room as they perform 5 songs from their 2018 self-titled LP. Recorded 08/13/2019. 5 songs - Water on Mars, Feels Alright, Astral Man, Chevrolet Van, Records.

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Versing Oct 02, 2019

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Seattle quartet Versing attempts to find peace in the chaos on their latest record, 10000. The band brings their intricate guitar textures and punchy melodies to the KEXP Live Room for a session hosted by DJ Troy Nelson. Recorded 06/17/2019. 4 songs - Tethered, Offering, By Design, Renew.

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Julia Jacklin Sep 27, 2019

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Australian singer-songwriter Julia Jacklin brings Cheryl Waters to tears in this live session. Her deeply personal new album, Crushing, exposes both her vulnerabilities and her strengths through honest lyrical reflections and minimally produced vocals. Recorded 08/12/2019. 4 songs - Don't Know How To Keep Loving You, Head Alone, Turn Me Down, Pressure To Party.

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Hibou Sep 25, 2019

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On his third record, Halve, Peter Michel (aka Hibou) confronts the dichotomies of being a young adult, with the backdrop of his signature ethereal indie-pop and bright melodies. Hosted by Cheryl Waters in the KEXP Live Room. Recorded 08/21/2019. 4 songs - Silver, Clarity, An Hour of Vision, Inside Illumination.

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Altin Gün Sep 20, 2019

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Altin Gün is the Amsterdam-based psych-folk project that crosses borders between cultures, genres and time. On their sophomore album, Gece, they infuse classic Turkish folk songs with psych-rock production and funk grooves, immediately uplifting and transporting the listener. The band gives a magnetic performance in the KEXP Live Room with Cheryl Waters. Recorded 08/05/2019. 4 songs - Kolbasti, Leyla, Vay Dunya, Supergesi Yoncadan.

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