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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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12:58

Rediscovering Seattle’s Funk Scene

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2022/02/01

Seattle had a thriving funk and soul scene in the 60s and 70s. There were dozens of bands and more than 20 venues specializing in the genres. For today’s episode, Emily Fox talks with KEXP DJ Supreme La Rock about how he first discovered Seattle’s funk and soul scene while digging for records. His discoveries later turned into a compilation called 'Wheedle’s Groove,' released by Light in the Attic Records in 2004. We also hear about the scene from drummer Robbie Hill of the Seattle

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13:38

Gabriels on Being Whoever You Want To Be

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2022/01/27

The soulful trio Gabriels released their first EP in 2021. Elton John called it “one of the most seminal records I've heard in the last 10 years.” They’re now out with their latest EP, 'Bloodline.' Singer Jacob Lusk (who was a former American Idol contestant) talks about being “the most myself I’ve ever been” with this group. He also discusses how the theme of family lineage comes up in the EP. “The overarching theme within the EP 'Bloodline,' there’s

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31:02

Roe v Wade & Music

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2022/01/25

January 22, 2022 was the 49th anniversary of Roe v Wade, the landmark US Supreme Court case that legalized abortion across the nation. Today on the podcast, we reflect on the human rights issue through music: Ishmael Butler and Larry Mizell, Jr. discuss the Digable Planets song, "La Femme Fétal," which was about the decision to terminate a pregnancy. KEXP’s Albina Cabrera shares music about abortion from Latin America and explains how abortion laws are playing out there. Emily Nokes

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15:35

Cat Power Talks Covers Album, Mental Health and...

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2022/01/20

Cat Power produced and released her 11th studio album and third covers album on January 14th. The cover songs span decades and genres, from old school country and Billie Holiday, to Nick Cave and Bob Seger, to contemporary artists like Lana Del Rey and Frank Ocean. Chan Marshall of Cat Power spoke with Emily Fox about the record, overcoming her struggles with mental health, and how motherhood has grounded her and given her strength.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See

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17:15

Bonobo Finds Musical Inspiration From Samples and Synths

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2022/01/18

Bonobo's most recent full-length album, 'Fragments,' came out on January 14. He talks with Emily Fox about the samples he used in the record, getting through his writer's block with the help of modular synths, and finding solace in nature on tour and during the pandemic. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:15

Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy

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2022/01/13

KEXP DJs Riz Rollins and Larry Mizell Jr. discuss the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King and remember the time before he had his own holiday. Read the full story here.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:15

Best Of: Chong The Nomad Finds Beats at Her Day Job

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2022/01/11

Alda Agustiano goes by the stage name Chong The Nomad. She’s composed music for the TV series Modern Love, contributed to a video game soundtrack, helped produce the lead single to the Marvel movie, Shang Chi, and so much more. That’s all since she quit her day job as a line cook in 2019. We go back to her days as a line cook to find out how she found musical inspiration at her day job. Read the story here. (This story originally aired in October 2019)Support the show:

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13:35

Best Of: Vashon Island's Creative Community

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2022/01/06

The Seattle area’s Vashon Island is home to a surprising number of creatives, including a few famous musicians, like Zola Jesusand Chris Ballew of The Presidents of The United States of America.Drew Pine reports on what it is about the island that attracts the creative type. Read the story here. (This story originally aired as part of the December 10, 2019 episode)Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:13

Ketamine Music Therapy

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2022/01/04

Ketamine treatment centers are opening all over Seattle. The psychedelic drug is used to help with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other ailments, but it does come with controversy. These treatments look and feel much different than most mental health treatments. It also sounds different because music is an important part of Ketamine infusions. KEXP’s Rachel Stevens reports on how the treatments work.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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18:04

KEXP's Top Albums of 2021: Staff Picks

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2021/12/30

KEXP 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.

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18:45

KEXP's Top Albums of 2021: Heavy Rotation

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2021/12/28

Emily 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.

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15:12

“No Standards” Christmas Songs

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2021/12/23

DJ Brian Foss shares his favorite non-traditional Christmas tunes spanning genres from garage rock to punk. He also talks about how he became KEXP's de-facto Christmas DJ. Brian will be taking over KEXP’s airwaves on Christmas Day from noon to 6pm and again from 9pm to midnight Pacific Time. Tune in on 90.3 FM in Seattle or KEXP.org worldwide. You can also check out Brian's non-traditional Christmas picks this week on KEXP's Song of the Day podcast.Support the show:

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0:41

Discover Music Every Day

A Deeper Listen ·

2021/12/22

DJ John Richards drops by to tell you about KEXP's Song of the Day podcast, where you get a DJ-curated song delivered straight to your feed each weekday. You also get to learn some context around the song, right there in the episode description. To enjoy this convenient mode of music discovery, subscribe to KEXP's Song of the Day wherever you get your podcasts.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:42

Where's My Vinyl?

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2021/12/21

Vinyl has seen a resurgence in recent years, but the increased demand for the old-school format has been impacted by manufacturing and supply chain issues that are delaying pressing schedules by eight to nine months. Reporter George Mocharko looks at how these production bottlenecks are affecting independent recording artists and their record labels struggling to get albums out.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:22

Rise of LA Underground Hip Hop

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2021/12/16

KEXP's Gabriel Teodros interviews DJ Bonds and DJ Breeze about their documentary, 'Where We’re From: Rise of L.A. Underground Hip Hop.' They also discuss issues around space in the underground hip hop community from LA to Seattle, such as needing to write essays to promoters to put on a hip hop show or needing extra insurance. Bonds and Breeze also talk about the venue they ran called "Elements." Watch the documentary here.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See

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How Sobriety and Mental Health Issues Shaped Acid...

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2021/12/14

The Seattle band Acid Tongue released a new album earlier this month called 'Arboretum.' It’s an ode to Seattle’s Arboretum, where band member Guy Keltner came to terms with drug and alcohol abuse, as well as his struggles with his bipolar diagnosis, during the pandemic. Keltner and fellow member Ian Cunningham talk about their paths to sobriety and how collaborating with many musicians on this album was necessary during a low point in the band’s career.Support the show:

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7:55

The Numbers Behind "Spotify Wrapped"

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2021/12/09

Social media feeds were filled with fans' and musicians' “Spotify Wrapped” results last week. The feature shows listeners what artists they streamed the most this year, and musicians get a breakdown of how many times they were streamed, for how long and from how many countries. KEXP’s Gabriel Teodros, who is an artist himself, walks us through his "Spotify Wrapped" numbers and showcases just how little musicians make on the streaming site. He reads his post on the subject.Support

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6:15

The Crocodile Opens in New, Larger Space

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2021/12/07

Seattle’s historic Crocodile theater had its stage graced by Pearl Jam, Mudhoney and Nirvana early in their careers. Last year, the music venue’s lease was up and the landlord didn’t want to renew. With the commercial real estate market down due to the pandemic, The Crocodile decided it would shut its doors and reopen in a bigger space a few blocks away. The new space has multiple stages and comes with a boutique hotel on the top floor. After more than 20 months without live music,

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10:23

David Bowie’s Long-Lost Album, 'Toy'

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2021/12/02

In the year 2000, David Bowie recorded an album made up of songs he created decades prior. That album was called 'Toy.' It was never officially released until now. Emily Fox catches up with the producer and mixer of 'Toy,' Mark Plati, who also played guitar on the record. They talk about David Bowie and why it took the album so long to get an official release.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:54

Getting Silly with Wet Leg

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2021/11/30

The British band Wet Leg swept KEXP by storm with their singles, “Wet Dream” and “Chaise Longue” this year. They dropped two new singles Monday and announced their self-titled debut album will be released in April 2022. KEXP’s Larry Mizell Jr. sat down with founding members Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers, and realized just how silly this band really is.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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