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A Deeper Listen

On A Deeper Listen, host Emily Fox and other storytellers from 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.

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9:53

Best Of: Why Less Than 5% of Producers Are Women

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2024/01/04

Gender equity in the music industry still has a long way to go. The University of Southern California has been studying inclusion in the recording studio for years. In 2018, it found that out of the songs that made it on Billboard’s year end Hot 100 chart, along with the nominees in top Grammy categories, only 2% of those songs were produced by women. That number only increased to 3.4% in 2022. On this episode, we revisit a story we first aired in 2019. It’s by Contributor Celine Teo-Blockey, who

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17:48

NNAMDÏ's Musical DNA

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2024/01/02

Chicago-based artist NNAMDÏ is known for his genre-clashing albums. His songs will often bring together elements of punk, hip-hop, electronic music, and more – all fused together with NNAMDI’s infectious and enthusiastic spirit. He talks with KEXP’s Dusty Henry about his all-time favorite albums so we get a deeper understanding of his musical DNA. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:23

How A Floor Translates Music Through Vibrations

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2023/12/28

There’s a vibrating dance floor in Colorado that translates instruments and notes in songs in real time. It works for both recorded and live music. Stephanie Wolf reports on how the floor is increasing accessibility to music and dance. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:16

KEXP’s Top Played Albums of 2023

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2023/12/26

Emily 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

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28:15

2023 in Latin Music

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2023/12/21

It was a big year for Latin music and Mexican music in particular. KEXP’s Albina Cabrera is joined by Julyssa Lopez, Senior Music Editor at Rolling Stone and author of “The Grammys Still Don’t Know What to Do With Latin Music,” and Isabela Raygoza, Associate Editor at Billboard Español and co-author of "Mexican Music Isn't Having a Moment, It's a Movement” for this episode. They break down the rise of Mexican music, discuss the Latin Grammys, and share some of their favorite tracks from Latin

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9:11

A Reflection on Travel, Mortality, and Life Through...

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2023/12/19

KEXP’s Martin Douglas reflects on travel, mortality, and life through his favorite rap album of the year, 'Maps' by billy woods. Listen to billy woods talk about fatherhood and making a children’s book: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/sound-vision/2023/6/18/apparently-billy-woods-on-his-a-is-for-anarchist-childrens-book/ Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:23

Grails: Portland Psych Rockers Ride Again

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2023/12/14

The Portland-based experimental band Grails is back with their latest album, 'Anches en Maat.' It's the first record that the group wrote together in the studio since 2008, featuring some of their most avant garde Western psych-rock instrumentals to date. KEXP's Roddy Nikpour has this review. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:27

Malummí on 'The Universe is Black'

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2023/12/12

Malummí is the project of singer songwriter Larissa Rapold and guitarist and producer Giovanni Vicari based out of Basel Switzerland. They just released an album called The Universe Is Black. Rapold reflects on racial issues and her personal experiences and thoughts behind the album’s title track. “The feeling I have when I sing it is raising my fist above my head and walking through a crowd of people and having this power that I’m having in this moment in my words in this song,” Rapold says

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14:36

Black Musicians in the PNW Reclaiming Rock & Roll

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2023/12/07

Black rockers in Seattle speak with contributor Mia Imani about navigating a music scene that has historically excluded them and about reclaiming a genre that many notable Black musicians helped create. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:27

Magic AL Finds Joy and 'Good Grief' on Debut Album

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2023/12/05

Magic AL is the alias of Alex Bingham– a producer and bass player who has played with a lot of indie/folk bands from North Carolina including Hiss Golden Messenger. He’s out with his first solo album called 'Good Grief.' Bingham talks with Emily Fox about how the death of four loved ones in the same year led him to make an album and how music brought joy back into his life. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:55

Andre 3000’s Ambient Flute Record and Finding Solace...

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2023/11/30

Since iconic rap duo Outkast went on hiatus in 2006, fans have been clamoring for a solo album from Andre 3000. Now, 17 years later, he’s finally delivered with a new record called New Blue Sun… only, instead of rapping he’s playing the flute. KEXP’s Dusty Henry shares his reflections on why the album is one of his favorites of 2023 and how Andre 3000’s direction into ambient/New Age music might be the calming salve we need for our current times. What’s your favorite album of the year? KEXP is

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26:35

Live Music’s Accessibility Problem

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2023/11/28

Many venues in Seattle and beyond aren’t equipped to get wheelchair users inside or on stage, pointing to a broader issue of accessibility in live music. Emily Fox speaks with venues, performers, and concertgoers about this issue, including: Seattle musician Mindie Lind who wrote the article, “I Stopped Performing Music Because Venues Are Ableist.” Eric Howk, guitarist in the Grammy award-winning band, Portugal. The Man. Seattle concertgoer Jess Piraino who runs the Instagram account Shoes At

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12:27

Sudan Tapes Archive: Preserving Memory

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2023/11/23

Sudan Tapes Archive is a DIY project started by Haneen Sidhamed where she digitizes and makes Sudanese music cassette tapes available to stream online. This project is important amid ongoing war in Sudan, the closure of recording and publishing companies, and the physical burning and destruction of cassette tapes. KEXP’s Julianna Covarrubias speaks with Sidhamed about the project. https://www.sudantapesarchive.com/ Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for

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14:02

The Halluci Nation’s Wrestling-Inspired EP

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2023/11/21

The First Nations electronic duo The Halluci Nation is out with the first part of a two-part EP inspired by wrestling. It's called 'Path of The Heel' and it features Damian Abraham of the Canadian hardcore band, Fucked Up. Bear Witness and 2oolman of The Halluci Nation talk with Emily Fox about the wrestling storyline of the EP and how they go about incorporating powwow music into their electronic beats.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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17:09

Duff McKagan Talks Addiction, Recovery, and New Solo...

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2023/11/16

Seattle's Duff McKagan is best known for being the bassist of Guns N' Roses. He’s now out with his third solo album, 'Lighthouse.' Emily Fox speaks with McKagan about the new record and how his sensei and martial arts practice inspired one of his new songs. He also shares his story of addiction, recovery, and his struggles with panic attacks.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:34

The Beatles' Last New Song

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2023/11/14

The Beatles released their so-called “last new song,” titled “Now and Then” on November 2nd. The song involves all four members of The Beatles — thanks to the help of artificial intelligence. For a quick breakdown of the song and how it happened, KEXP’s Roddy Nikpour speaks with KEXP’s Music Director, Chris Sanley, and our Associate Director of Editorial, Dusty Henry.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:26

Meet KEXP’s New Music Director

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2023/11/09

For the first time in more than 30 years, KEXP got a new Music Director. They listen to all the music coming into the station each week and suggest which songs and albums should be played more often on-air. Emily Fox caught up with KEXP’s new Music Director, Chris Sanley, to learn about her through music. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:24

SXSW Sydney Performers on Fair Pay

A Deeper Listen ·

2023/11/07

SXSW recently increased payments to performers from $250 to $350 but performers still have to choose between getting paid or getting access to a free wristband to attend the festival. This change happened as SXSW expanded its global footprint and just put on SXSW Sydney. Contributor Celine Teo-Blockey went to the festival and spoke to artists on what they think is fair treatment and pay. Hear more about the open letter that called for higher pay at SXSW:

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16:35

Heatmiser on Old Portland and Their Compilation Record

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2023/11/02

Heatmiser was a band co-lead by Elliott Smith and Neil Gust. It was a vital part of Portland’s early 90s punk scene. It was also the launching point for Smith’s prolific and influential solo career until his death in 2003. The band recently released a compilation record of early recordings called The Music of Heatmiser. KEXP’s Dusty Henry spoke with the rest of the band’s original lineup to learn more about the early days of the group and what they took away from revisiting this old material.Support

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15:20

The Memoir of Sonic Youth’s Thurston Moore

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2023/10/31

Sonic Youth member Thurston Moore has released a memoir called 'Sonic Life.' It is a chronicle of the singer/guitarist’s lifelong obsession with music and the relationships he’s made along the way. KEXP’s Martin Douglas speaks to Thurston about 'Sonic Life,' his interest in record collecting, and why he didn’t dive into his personal life in the book.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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