The Runcast with John Richards

965 - Introducing "In Our Headphones"

Introducing KEXP’s newest music discovery podcast. In Our Headphones brings you five song recommendations every Monday, straight from KEXP’s DJs and Music Directors. We learn stories and insights about the artists, make connections between the music and the world around us, and get to know the diverse roster of DJs that make up the KEXP airwaves. Join hosts Janice Headley and Isabel Khalili on this never-ending journey of music discovery.

Search for "In Our Headphones" wherever you get your podcasts and listen to the first episode now, featuring song recommendations from Cheryl Waters.

Questions? Contact us at headphones@kexp.org.

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Fri, 19 Apr 2024

964 - Explore 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: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/live-on-kexp/

Sound and Vision: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/sound-vision/

Song of the Day: https://www.kexp.org/podcasts/song-of-the-day/

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Thu, 19 Oct 2023

963 - Running to Add Life to Your Days

To close out Season 2 of The Runcast, John Richards brings you a marathon mix of 53 songs filled with hope and inspiration to get you moving. Plus, a sprinkling of quotes from famous runners like, um, Benjamin Franklin? It'll make sense once you start listening, and running...

ODESZA - Hopeful George FitzGerald - Venera Maribou State - Blackoak Tycho - Time to Run Jungle - Dominoes LP Giobbi, DJ Tennis, Joseph Ashworth - All In A Dream - LP Giobbi Club Edit Activity - Department of Blood Noble Rot - Casting No Light (feat. Colin Newman) Genesis Owusu - Get Inspired Ghost of Vroom - Still Getting It Done Skinny Pelembe - Like a Heart Won’t Beat M83 - Oceans Niagara Lol Tolhurst x Budgie x Jacknife Lee - Los Angeles (feat. James Murphy) Deeper - Tele Shalom - Happenstance Jake Shears - Devil Came Down the Dance Floor (feat. Amber Martin) Golden Features - Flesh Bonobo - ATK LP Giobbi - Body Breathe (feat. Monogem) Roosevelt - Ordinary Love Grouplove - Hello Palehound - The Clutch Bully - Days Move Slow The New Pornographers - Angelcover Lucky Lo - I Will Always Be You Temple of Angels - Tangled in Joy Lanterns on the Lake - String Theory deary - Fairground George Clanton - I Been Young ODESZA & Yellow House - Heavier Bonobo & Jacques Greene - Fold LP Giobbi - Georgia Golden Features - Yield (feat. Rromarin) Barry Can't Swim - Dance of the Crab Edapollo - Opalescent Nation of Language - Too Much, Enough Blonde Redhead - Snowman Sea Lemon - Cellar Alaska Reid - Back to This Beach House - American Daughter Andy Bell & Masal - Tidal Love Conversation in That Familiar Golden Orchard Steve Mason - The People Say Generationals - Waking Moment Bombay Bicycle Club - My Big Day Temples - Afterlife Film School - Tape Rewind Grian Chatten - Fairlies Ladytron - Misery Remember Me Death Valley Girls - Magic Powers Temples - Gamma Rays The New Pornographers - Really Really Light Blondshell - Joiner Black Belt Eagle Scout - Don't Give Up

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Fri, 15 Sep 2023

962 - Free Your Mind and Daydream with LP Giobbi

This Runcast features a guest curator! Joining John Richards on this episode is DJ, producer, musician, activist AND runner LP Giobbi. She shares insight on how running motivates and grounds her, while also motivating you to get moving and to be thankful for your body.

LP Giobbi - Georgia LP Giobbi, DESIREE - All I Need (DESIREE Remix) Barry Can't Swim - Sunsleeper LP Giobbi - Feels Just LIke It (Club Edit) LP Giobbi, DJ Tennis, Joseph Ashworth - All In A Dream (LP Giobbi Club Edit) Maribou State - Blackoak Edapollo - Opalescent Nation of Language - Too Much, Enough Budgie, Jacknife Lee, and Lol Tolhurst - Los Angeles (feat. James Murphy) Bombay Bicycle Club - My Big Day

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Fri, 01 Sep 2023

961 - Running Into Purpose

Songs and messages from John Richards and your favorite artists fueled with inspiration and emotion…(inspirmotion?) to keep you moving whether you run, walk, bike or just dance to The Runcast.

Margo Cilker - Lowland Trail Local Natives - Just Before Morning Grandaddy - The Town Where I'm Livin Now Kristin Hersh - Ms Haha Elizabeth M Drummond - Crisis Bass Drum of Death - Find It James and The Cold Gun - Chewing Glass Tycho - Time to Run Barry Can't Swim - Dance of the Crab Deeper - Tele Girl Ray - Up Bombay Bicycle Club - My Big Day Ghost of Vroom - Still Getting It Done Small Paul - Live Along

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Fri, 18 Aug 2023

960 - Ragnar 2023: No Sleep Till Langley

Join the KEXP Radioheads as we take you 200 miles through forests, over mountains, and along the sea. We’ll bring you along throughout this podcast with musical picks, reflections and exploits during this year’s Ragnar Northwest Passage road race.

Bully - Days Move Slow Broncho - Class Historian Grrrl Gang - Rude Awakening Hurry - Beggin’ For You Spirit Award - Fantasy Genesis Owusu - Get Inspired Roosevelt - Luna Pahua - Porque Yo (feat. Eva de Marce) Soft Kill - Molly Rahill - Fables (feat. Beck) George FitzGerald - Mother (feat. SYML) Aphex Twin - Blackbox Life Recorder 21f Glasser - Vine Georgia - Give It Up For Love TSHA - The Light Golden Features - Yield (feat. Rromarin) Wild Pink - Hold My Hand (feat. Julien Baker) Kevin Morby - A Random Act of Kindness Bdrmm - It’s Just A Bit of Blood Sea Lemon - Cellar Palehound - The Clutch The Beths - Expert In A Dying Field Great Grandpa - Bloom The Budos Band - Frontier's Edge

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Fri, 04 Aug 2023

959 - Do Your Best, Don't Stress

A runcast featuring notes of inspiration from runners hitting the trail locally in Seattle, as well as from the Hudson Valley rail trails and some scenic Scandinavian fjords. Plus, solid advice from an elementary school teacher and ways to stay motivated after injury.

Black Belt Eagle Scout - Don't Give Up Tomo Nakayama - Contigo ODESZA & Yellow House - Heavier Bonobo - ATK HÆLOS - Hear Me Roosevelt - Ordinary Love Golden Features - Flesh Activity - Department of Blood Odonis Odonis - No One Left (feat. ACTORS) Film School - Tape Rewind MAN ON MAN - Hush (feat. J Mascis) Upper Wilds - Short Centuries Blonde Redhead - Snowman

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Fri, 21 Jul 2023

958 - Untangling Through Movement

A story that took 53.9 miles and 112,004 steps to complete, how movement helps us work through conflict, and a shoutout to all the walkers out there. Plus, incredible songs from KEXP favorites new and old.

Hammock - Love in the Void Strange Ranger - She's On Fire Laveda - Surprise Temple of Angels - Waving to the Wind Smokey Brights - Long Goodbye Blondshell - Joiner Generationals - Eutropius (Give Me Lies) Jungle - Dominoes Little Dragon - Gold Daisies - Blue Cowboy Ritmo Machine - Psychedelic Tony Allen and Doctor L - Jakelewah (Doctor L's 3 Years In Heaven Remix) Grian Chatten - Fairlies Hibou - Upon the Clouds You Weep Temples - Afterlife Sea Lemon - Cellar

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Fri, 07 Jul 2023

957 - Keep Up the Good Work

DJ and runner Kevin Cole guest hosts this episode of the Runcast providing a motivating soundtrack for discovery--musical discovery and self-discovery on your running journey.

Lowly - Keep Up The Good Work The Veldt - The Everlasting Gobstopper Superviolet - Overrater La Fonda - New Mexico Samia - Honey Flyying Colours - Goodbye to Music Miya Folick - So Clear Caroline Polachek - Welcome to My Island Ooh La La - Life’s Too Fast To Feel Jungle - Candle Flame featuring Erick the Architect Dame Area, -Esto me pertenece Nabihah Iqbal - Gentle Heart El Michels Affair and Black Thought - Glorious Game CIEL - Somebody ĠENN - A Reprise (That Girl) JOHN - Trauma Mosaic Spirit Award - New Energy, The Fear Moreish Idols - Chum, Lock Eyes and Collide Say She She - Prism NAVVI - Love Lowly - Keep Up The Good Work

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Fri, 23 Jun 2023

956 - Running Up That Hill

On a runcast that starts meditative and then ROCKS OUT, John shares his secret to running up hills (it's funny!) along with songs to motivate you as you run.

Andy Bell & Masal - Tidal Love Conversation in That Familiar Golden Orchard George Fitzgerald - Venera George Clanton - I Been Young Beach House - American Daughter Lanterns on the Lake - String Theory Temple of Angels - Tangled In Joy Grouplove - Hello New Pornographers - Really Really Light Palehound - The Clutch Generationals - Waking Moment Bully - Days Move Slow Sam Himself - Strangelove Flyying Colours - Hit the Road bdrmm - Be Careful

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Fri, 09 Jun 2023

955 - For Whatever Holds The Sacred

Inspirational music and messages to lift you up wherever you are on your running journey.

HÆLOS - Last Days Petite Noir - Blurry Kele - Someone to Make Me Laugh Fever Ray - Carbon Dioxide LP Giobbi - Body Breathe (feat. Monogem) Acid Arab & Wael Alkak - Ya Mahla Jake Shears - Devil Came Down the Dance Floor (feat. Amber Martin) Bonobo & Jacques Green - Fold Skinny Pelembe - Like a Heart Won't Beat Shalom - Happenstance Noble Rot - Casting No Light (feat. Colin Newman) WITCH - Avalanche of Love (feat. Sampa the Great) Ritmo Machine - Isla del Ritmo Beach Vacation - Lay Low

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Fri, 26 May 2023

954 - Running to Heal and Motivate

Host John Richards kicks off the new season of The Runcast with songs and messages of hope, inspiring you to run to heal.

ODESZA - Hopeful M83 - Oceans Niagara Petite Noir - Finding Paradise Steve Mason - The People Say Lucky Lo - I Will Always Be You The New Pornographers - Angelcover deary - Fairground Alaska Reid - Back to This Plains - Problem With It Ladytron - Misery Remember Me Frankie Rose - Sixteen Ways Temples - Gamma Rays Death Valley Girls - Magic Powers Fruit Bats - It All Comes Back

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Fri, 12 May 2023

953 - The Runcast Season 2: Coming May 12

The Runcast is back! Season 2 arrives right here on May 12, 2023.

In the meantime, you can revisit previous episodes, check out KEXP's other podcasts, or drop us a line at runcast@kexp.org.

Subscribe now for a new episode every 2 weeks from May to September.

This trailer features Spirit Award's "Pushing Forward" from the album 'The Fear,' out on May 19 via Share It Music.

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Fri, 28 Apr 2023

952 - 50 Years of Hip-Hop: Coming February 1

A party in the Bronx on August 11th, 1973 is widely considered to be the birthplace of hip-hop. The art form has since touched every corner of our world and evolved into one of the most significant cultural forces today. This year, on hip-hop's 50th anniversary, we’re giving it a proper tribute.

50 Years of Hip-Hop is KEXP’s newest podcast. Hosted by Larry Mizell Jr, the series highlights a different year of rap history each week. Jumping around the timeline from 1973 to today, expect personal reflections, iconic tracks and albums, and conversations around the genesis of the culture. New episodes drop every Wednesday starting February 1.

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Tue, 31 Jan 2023

951 - The Marathon Confessional

The Runcast’s Season 1 finale brings you an incredible lineup of songs and inspirational quotes from the heart and mind of DJ and runner John Richards. Whether it’s to power you through a long run, or just a long day, take this Runcast with you to know that you are not alone.

Lydia Ramsey - I Will Wait For You Alec Shaw - Spinning Broken Bells - We're Not In Orbit Yet... Secret Machines - Underneath the Concrete Röyksopp - Speed King Editors - Vibe Dazy - Peel Screensaver - Repeats Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs - When the Lights Go Raw Poetic - Ralph Ellison Silversun Pickups - Hereafter (Way After) Art d'Ecco - Midlife Crisis Preoccupations - Fix Bayonets! Rolling Blackouts Coast Fever - Tidal River The Beths - Knees Deep Say She She - Pink Roses Nilufer Yanya - Stabilise Doss - Jumpin’ Röyksopp - The Night (feat. Alison Goldfrapp) Cumulus - Sunbeam Bright Eyes - Haligh, Haligh, A Lie, Haligh (feat. Phoebe Bridgers) Rocky Votolato - Little Black Diamond Kraus - Anyone The Mary Veils - Bone Blossom Green Holm - Intelligent Moves Miss Grit - Like You Bambara - Birds Courting - Tennis Bill Callahan - Coyotes

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Fri, 07 Oct 2022

950 - Music That Matters, Vol. 406 - Runner Powered Podcast, Volume 2

KEXP's Resident Runner and host of the Morning Show, John Richards, presents Volume 2 of our new Runner Powered Podcast series. Hit your second wind with two hours (31 tracks!) of high energy KEXP favorites. 1. Animal Collective - What Would I Want? S...

Fri, 02 May 2014

949 - Music That Matters, Vol. 405 - Runner Powered Podcast, Volume 1

KEXP's Morning Show host, John Richards, presents the first in a new series of Music That Matters podcasts, it's our Runner Powered Podcast, Volume 1. Enjoy this one hour training podcast, featuring 16 high-energy local and international artists with s...

Fri, 25 Apr 2014

948 - Music That Matters, Vol. 404 - Fly High

Afternoon Show host Kevin Cole soars with this mix of new power pop, hip-hop, glam infused soul, and house featuring Katie Kate, Perfect Pussy, Dum Dum Girls, Hercules & Love Affair and more. 1. The Baseball Project - From Nails To Thumbtacks 2. Cheap...

Fri, 18 Apr 2014

947 - Music That Matters, Vol. 403 - There's Really No Excuse

DJ Alex continues his insatiable quest to unveil the freshest new sounds with this genre-hopping + globe-trotting 21-track mix packed with recent favorites. 1. Yppah - Bushmills 2. Ohmega Watts - Cosmo Knotts (feat. Stefan Otto) 3. Turtlez - Dream of ...

Fri, 11 Apr 2014

946 - Music That Matters, Vol. 402 - Young Reckless Hearts

Midday show host Cheryl Waters, curates another collection of great new songs with seven, count ‘em, SEVEN, awesome local gems. Enjoy.1. Scott H. Biram - Slow & Easy2. Kithkin - Altered Beast3. AJ Davila - Salvajes4. The Coathangers - Follow Me5....

Fri, 04 Apr 2014

945 - Music That Matters, Vol. 401 - Hypnotic

Variety Mix host Troy Nelson brings you a set of music that's been great lately in 2014, with new songs from Hospitality, De Lux, Gardens & Villa, Vibragun and more!1. Painted Palms - Hypnotic2. Blank Realm - Reach You on the Phone3. The Soft Hills...

Fri, 28 Mar 2014

944 - Music That Matters, Vol. 400 - Así Es Que Vivo Yo

Chilly collects some electronic, hip-hop and modern traditional Latin favorites that he's been spinning on El Sonido lately. It's a non-stop mix designed to move your mind, body and soul. Gozandolo, así es que vivo yo. 1. Systema Solar - Yo Voy Ganao ...

Fri, 21 Mar 2014

943 - Music That Matters, Vol. 399 - Commit Things To Memory

Afternoon Show Host Kevin Cole presents 13 unforgettable tracks of the best new music including Supreme Cuts, Wimps, Israel Nash, and Mutual Benefit. 1. Vibragun - Dirty Thing 2. Cheatahs - Leave To Remain 3. Solids - Traces 4. Israel Nash - Rain Plan...

Fri, 14 Mar 2014

942 - Music That Matters, Vol. 398 - Don't Break Your Promise

Music That Matters, Vol. 398 - Don't Break Your Promise At KEXP, we never break our promise to bring you the best music possible and, hopefully, to turn you on to some new music that you love. Our latest Music That Matters podcast from Midday Show host...

Fri, 07 Mar 2014

941 - Music That Matters, Vol. 397 - Winter Recovery

Positive, upbeat and all very new music from Morning Show host John Richards. This podcast is for those who are or did suffer from a miserable winter, be it weather, flu or anything else that has you looking forward to renewal. 1. Kins - Absblurd 2. ...

Fri, 28 Feb 2014

940 - Music That Matters, Vol. 396 - Sometimes The Grass Is Really Greener

Swingin' Doors host Don Slack spins his current rootsy faves, with tracks from Robbie Fulks, Drive-By Truckers, Marissa Nadler, Two Cow Garage and more! 1. St. Paul & The Broken Bones – Call Me 2. Hurray For The Riff Raff – Small Town He...

Fri, 21 Feb 2014

939 - Music That Matters, Vol. 395 - Listen To What I've Found

Afternoon Show host Kevin Cole compiles an outstanding collection of the best new music, traversing moods from ethereal ambient folk and cosmic global funk, to scorching rock. 1. Marissa Nadler - Drive 2. Arborea - Daughters Of Man 3. Death Vessel - M...

Fri, 14 Feb 2014

938 - Music That Matters, Vol. 394 - Inform, Educate, Entertain

Music is the perfect companion. It comes in all shapes and sizes and fits every occasion. Here is a smattering of Midday Show host Cheryl Waters' favorite new songs for your listening pleasure. 1. Black Lips - Boys in the Wood 2. Rare Monk - Splice 3....

Fri, 07 Feb 2014

937 - Music That Matters, Vol. 393 - What You Need

Morning Show host John Richards brings you what you need with his first podcast of 2014. Featuring new songs from Pixies, Damien Jurado, No Joy, Higgins Waterproof Black Magic Band, Benjamin Verdoes and more! 1. Pixies - Greens & Blues 2. Painted Palm...

Fri, 31 Jan 2014

936 - Music That Matters, Vol. 392 - Hungry For New Music

DJ Larry Rose, host of Larry's Lounge, satisfies your hunger for new music with a delicious mix of Tacocat, Blood Orange, Triceracorn, and Warm Soda, along with many other tasty new tracks. 1. Warm Soda - Tell Me In A Whisper 2. Detective Agency - My...

Fri, 24 Jan 2014

935 - Music That Matters, Vol. 390 - Jump and Shout

The Midday Show's Cheryl Waters returns with her first podcast of 2014. It's chock full of songs to rock your socks off, shake your booty and make you jump and shout. Enjoy. 1. Alice Russell - Twin Peaks 2. Cloud Control - Dojo Rising 3. The War On ...

Fri, 10 Jan 2014

934 - Music That Matters, Vol. 389 - Looking Back While Looking Forward

The Morning Show's John Richards makes sure no songs in 2013 were missed and looks ahead to new music in 2014. 1. Gambles - Angel 2. Golden Gardens - The Ghost of a Total Stranger 3. Fey Moth - Inside 4. Azure Blue - Time Is On Our Side 5. Big Dea...

Fri, 03 Jan 2014

933 - Music That Matters, Vol. 388 - Greg Vandy's Favorite Things In 2013

These are a few of Greg Vandy's favorite things in The Roadhouse and out. Most of his Top 10 LPs are represented here, but also his favorite songs of the year. It was a great year in music! Download, share, and tune into The Roadhouse on Wednesdays fro...

Fri, 27 Dec 2013

932 - Music That Matters, Vol. 387 - GFS 2013

DJ Kevin Cole lays down some of the Greatest F*cking Songs of 2013 with John Grant, Phosphorescent, Laura Marling, and Julianna Barwick. This is freaking awesome! 1. John Grant - GMF 2. Phosphorescent - Song For Zula 3. Sin Fang - Look At The Light 4...

Fri, 20 Dec 2013

931 - Music That Matters. Vol. 386 - Apricity

Apricity is an obsolete 17th century term meaning "the warmness of the sun in winter" and Midday Show host Cheryl Waters is here to help you find it. Warm up with new songs by Eleanor Friedberger, The Ocean Blue and Shake Some Action. We don't recommen...

Fri, 13 Dec 2013

930 - Music That Matters. Vol. 385 - Geography

John Richards, host of The Morning Show, takes you on a musical vacation. In Geography, where an artist makes music is what makes them make music. Featuring new songs by Best Coast, Los Campesinos!, Black Hollies, Shad and more. 1. Gang of Youths - Ev...

Fri, 06 Dec 2013

929 - Music That Matters. Vol. 384 - Music Cures That Loneliness

DJ Shannon brings you her latest faves to cure your loneliness. Sit back and forget your daily troubles with Jagwar Ma, The Crookes, Gentlemen and Cut Copy to name a few. 1. Jagwar Ma - That Loneliness 2. Gentlemen - Children of the Setting Sun 3. The...

Fri, 29 Nov 2013

928 - Music That Matters. Vol. 383 - Interrupting My Train of Thought

A mind-expanding mix featuring some of DJ Kevin Cole's current favorite tracks including afro-beat grooves from Seattle and Icelandic alongside post-apocalyptic-disco and experimental-space-rock. 1. Cumulus - Hey Love 2. Barrence Whitfield and the Sa...

Fri, 22 Nov 2013

927 - Music That Matters. Vol. 382 - Listen and Wait

Midday Show host Cheryl Waters presents the latest Music That Matters podcast featuring a mix of new songs from Mono Town, Pixies, Summer Aviation and more!1. Grizzly Bear - Listen and Wait2. The Besnard Lakes - People of the Sticks3. Holograms - M...

Fri, 15 Nov 2013

926 - Music That Matters. Vol. 381 - No Sound Left Unturned

Morning Show host John Richards presents a modern mix of shoegaze, psych-rock, icy synths, ambient pop, post-dubstep, RandB dance pop, post-punk, folk-pop and more! 1. Julianna Barwick - One Half 2. Mount Kimbie - Made to Stray 3. Dungeonesse - Private...

Thu, 07 Nov 2013

925 - Music That Matters. Vol. 380 - SLOW / SAD / SEXY

DJ Alex explores an evocative nocturnal vibe over 16 dreamy tracks perfectly suited to warm up your chilly autumn nights and soundtrack your next headphone session, late-night drive, or romantic rendezvous.01. D33J - Slow (feat. Kreyola)02. Gold Pan...

Fri, 01 Nov 2013

924 - Music That Matters, Vol. 379 - Iceland Airwaves 2013 Preview

DJ Kevin Cole (aka Fire) and Online Content Manager Jim Beckmann (aka Ice) preview the 2013 Iceland Airwaves Music Festival with tracks from 18 Icelandic artists including múm, Snorri Helgasson, Retro Stefson, and Moses Hightower. 1. Grísalappalísa -...

Fri, 25 Oct 2013

923 - Music That Matters, Vol. 378 - Fall In Love

Morning Show host John Richards presents a Music That Matters podcast full of atmospheric, seasonal beats to get you through the dark mornings and early nights of Fall. 1. Moby - A Case For Shame (feat. Cold Specks) 2. FAIRCHILD - Dancer 3. Moderat - ...

Fri, 18 Oct 2013

922 - Music That Matters, Vol. 377 - CMJ Preview 2013

Variety host Mel Trejo serves as your DJ for the 2013 CMJ Preview edition of KEXP's Music That Matters podcast. The mix highlights artists participating in this year's CMJ Music Marathon taking place in New York beginning Tuesday, October 15th through ...

Fri, 11 Oct 2013

921 - Music That Matters, Vol. 376 - Earshot Jazz Festival 2013

Weekend Overnight dj, and frequent Jazz Theater substitute host, Nate shares music from just a fraction of the artists he's excited to see at this year's Earshot Jazz Festival, this year celebrating 25 years of jazz and more! 1. NEXT Collective – Per...

Fri, 04 Oct 2013

920 - Music That Matters, Vol. 375 - It Was My Season

DJ Morgan presents the latest installment of the KEXP Music That Matters mixtape-style podcast, featuring new music from Goldfrapp, Washed Out, and Stres, that acts as the perfect soundtrack as we segue from Summer into Fall. 1. Volcano Choir - Byegon...

Fri, 27 Sep 2013

919 - Music That Matters, Vol. 374 - Spotlight on Decibel Festival 2013

DJ Alex shines a spotlight on 14 artists performing at this year's 10th annual Decibel Festival, Seattle's premier electronic music and arts event, happening all over the city from September 25th to September 29th! As with years past, tune in to get a ...

Fri, 20 Sep 2013

918 - Music That Matters, Vol. 373 - Recommendations for the Nations

DJ Troy hosts the newest addition to our Music That Matters series, featuring new music from Jacuzzi Boys, Porcelain Raft, and Crocodiles. 1. Crocodiles - I Like It in the Dark 2. The So So Glos - Everything Revival 3. Jacuzzi Boys - Double Vision 4. ...

Fri, 13 Sep 2013

917 - Music That Matters, Vol. 372 - Coast To Coast

DJ Morgan curates the latest installment of the KEXP Music That Matters podcast, which highlights bands and artists from Seattle, Brooklyn, Los Angeles, Portland, and everywhere in-between. Featuring new music from Wampire, Rainbow Arabia, and Har Mar ...

Fri, 06 Sep 2013

916 - Music That Matters, Vol. 371 - Bumbershoot Edition 2013

The 43rd annual Bumbershoot Music Festival will be taking place this upcoming Labor Day weekend from Saturday, August 31st through Monday, September 2nd. This year's edition of KEXP's Music That Matters Bumbershoot Podcast is curated by variety mix DJ ...

Fri, 30 Aug 2013

915 - Music That Matters, Vol. 370 - Summer Wind-Up

KEXP weekend overnight DJ Nate shares some favorites of 2013, perfect to wind you up as the summer rolls along! Featuring new music from Pond, The Moondoggies, and The Dodos. 1. Pity Sex – Wind-Up 2. Moon King – Appel 3. Pond – Giant Tortoise 4. Seba...

Fri, 23 Aug 2013

914 - Music That Matters, Vol. 369 - Sharpen Your Sense Of Wonder

DJ Kevin Cole invites you to sharpen your sense of wonder with a cascade of sweet new music from local faves Sean Nelson, Laura Veirs, and Rose Windows, alongside out-of-townies Superchunk, Love Language, Light Heat, and more! 1. Sean Nelson – Make Go...

Fri, 16 Aug 2013

913 - Music That Matters, Vol. 368 - The Sunset In The City

KEXP's DJ Morgan presents the latest installment of our Music That Matters mixtape podcast, perfect for watching the sunset on a summer day. Featuring new music from Akron/Family, Veronica Falls, and The Black Angels. 1. Dead Ship Sailing - Burn To Du...

Fri, 09 Aug 2013

912 - Music That Matters, Vol. 367 - The Speedy Podcast

Whether it be a run or a ride, Morning Show host John Richards presents a podcast that brings brand new, and very upbeat, tracks together to motivate you through whatever you need to be motivated through. 1. Weed - Silent Partner 2. Weekend - July 3. ...

Fri, 02 Aug 2013

911 - Music That Matters, Vol. 366 - Pickathon Preview

Greg Vandy, host of KEXP's The Roadhouse, previews a handful of artists playing this year's Pickathon Music Festival. Pickathon is an innovative music experience happening August 2nd-4th at beautiful Pendarvis Farm just outside of Portland, Oregon. More i

Fri, 26 Jul 2013

910 - Music That Matters, Vol. 365 - The Party Podcast

This is The Party Podcast, a podcast that's about a state of mind and a way of being. DJ Sharlese has carefully selected each song for this podcast, featuring real-life party tips from Andrew W.K. and KEXP staff, because she and her friends would like ...

Fri, 19 Jul 2013

909 - Music That Matters, Vol. 364 - Summer of '13

Morning Show host John Richards presents an upbeat mix of cutting edge rock, beats, soul and more as your soundtrack for the summer. Featuring Major Lazer, Don't Talk to the Cops, and Har Mar Superstar. 1. Pigeonhed - The Power Come Over Me 2. Child o...

Fri, 12 Jul 2013

908 - Music That Matters, Vol. 440.5 - Pacific Northwest Roundup, Part Two

Audioasis host DJ Sharlese continues the two-part 2014 Pacific Northwest Roundup. Featuring more local sounds from 2014 by Secret School, Shabazz Palaces, Jen Wood and many more! 1. Wimps - Couches 2. Childbirth - I Only Fucked You as a Joke 3. The Murde

Mon, 29 Dec 2014

907 - Music That Matters, Vol. 440 - Pacific Northwest Roundup, Part One

Audioasis host DJ Sharlese dishes up the first in a two-part 2014 Pacific Northwest Round Up! Featuring sounds that came out of the region this year like Vox Mod, Fruit Juice, Low Hums and more! 1. Cabana - Wet Brick 2. Helms Alee - Pinniped 3. Kithkin

Fri, 26 Dec 2014

906 - Music That Matters, Vol. 439 - It Is So Wonderful

Afternoon Show host Kevin Cole shares some of his favorites of 2014. Relish in the best of the year and hopefully discover something new and awesome! 1. Júníus Meyvant - Color Decay 2. Mac DeMarco - Blue Boy 3. Temples - Shelter Song 4. Ty Segall - Fee

Fri, 19 Dec 2014

905 - Music That Matters, Vol. 438 - Loaded

Join Midday Show host Cheryl Waters as she celebrates a wonderful year in music and offers this gift for the holiday season.

Fri, 12 Dec 2014

904 - Music That Matters, Vol. 437 - Music Mix from Melly

Join Variety Mix host Mel for a new installment of KEXP's weekly Music That Matters podcast. This mix draws inspiration from the brooding and dark Seattle weather, and also gathers some of the songs that Mel couldn't get enough of during 2014. Enjoy tunes

Fri, 05 Dec 2014

903 - Music That Matters, Vol. 436 - Más o Menos Bien

El Sonido host DJ Chilly compiles a mixtape featuring a variety of rock ‘n' roll en Español favorites from around the globe. Ahora somos nuevos creadores de rocanrol, tranquilos, todo va a estar más o menos bien. 1. AJ Dávila - Salvajes 2. Los Punsetes -

Fri, 28 Nov 2014

902 - Music That Matters, Vol. 435 - Bound To Earth

Afternoon Show host Kevin Cole brings a mix of poppy punk, hypnotic trance, and narcotic drifter ballads, with new songs from Meatbodies, The Young Evils, the Shivas and more. 1. The Young Evils - It Happens All the Time 2. Meatbodies - Mountain 3. Drea

Fri, 21 Nov 2014

901 - Music That Matters, Vol. 434 - Yours To Shake

Midday Show host Cheryl Waters presents music that will make you want to groove, shake, and shimmy through the cold November weather. Featuring tunes from Greylag, Operators, Twin Peaks, Blooper and more. 1. Greylag - Yours To Shake 2. Alvvays - Next Of

Fri, 14 Nov 2014

900 - Music That Matters, Vol. 433 - The Drowned World

Morning show host John Richards presents a dark, rainy mix of songs for your enjoyment. Featuring new songs from Big Scary, Rose's Pawn Shop, Dean Wareham, Cabana, Eyes & No Eyes and more.

Fri, 07 Nov 2014

899 - Music That Matters, Vol. 432 - Iceland Airwaves 2014 Preview

DJ Kevin Cole and Online Content Manager Jim Beckmann preview the 2014 Iceland Airwaves Music Festival with a diverse mix of tracks from 17 Icelandic artists including FM Belfast, Sóley, Kiasmos, and Low Roar. 1. Prins Póló - Hamstra sjarma 2. FM Belf...

Fri, 31 Oct 2014

898 - Music That Matters, Vol. 431 - Mike Birbiglia

Comedian, writer, actor and director Mike Birbiglia and his also-multi-talented wife Jen Stein – whose cat is named Mazzy Star – curate and discuss some of their favorite songs and recording artists, including Tegan and Sara, Sharon Van Etten, Clap You...

Fri, 24 Oct 2014

897 - Music That Matters, Vol. 430 - Summer is Gone

Summer is gone but the music never stops. Here's another sampling of tunes from Midday Show host Cheryl Waters to usher you into fall. Featuring new songs from Owl John, J Mascis, Pete Molinari, Modern Kin, Ty Segall and more! 1. Ylja - Dúmdara lara 2...

Fri, 17 Oct 2014

896 - Music That Matters, Vol. 429 - Total Control of GRMLNs on a YACHT full of Bleached Caribou on Acid

Host Larry Rose takes Total Control of GRMLNs on a YACHT full of Bleached Caribou on Acid. Ok, those are just a few of the bands that appear on this new podcast that takes you on a wildly varying musical journey featuring some of Larry's favorite new r...

Fri, 10 Oct 2014

895 - Music That Matters, Vol. 428 - Earshot Jazz Festival 2014

Seattle's Earshot Jazz Festival is respected for its massive and adventurous artistic legacy. Now in its 26th year as Seattle's major annual jazz festival, Earshot is known for presenting creative masters and important emerging artists, and for finding...

Fri, 03 Oct 2014

894 - Music That Matters, Vol. 427 - Pure Play

Host Kevin Cole features some of his current favorites on this edition of KEXP's Music That Matters podcast. Why? Purely because he loves them and hopes you will too! Includes new songs from Jen Wood, Goat, The Juan MacLean and more! 1. Jessica Hernan...

Fri, 26 Sep 2014

893 - Music That Matters, Vol. 426 - Spotlight on Decibel Festival 2014

DJ Alex shines a spotlight on 16 artists performing at this year's 11th annual Decibel Festival, Seattle's premier electronic music and arts event, happening all over the city from September 24th to September 28th! As with years past, tune in to get a ...

Fri, 19 Sep 2014

892 - Music That Matters, Vol. 425 - Geographic Vibes

KEXP Morning Show host John Richards is Vibing Geography. Featuring similar artists from different locations including Lawrence KC, Vancouver BC, Nashville, Seattle, Brooklyn, Duluth MN, Denver, Halifax Nova Scotia, Long Beach, Sweden and England. 1. ...

Fri, 12 Sep 2014

891 - Music That Matters, Vol. 424 - Late Night Lachrymosity (A Breakup Inspired Mix)

KEXP's Variety Mix host Sean invites you to space out and get vulnerable with Late Night Lachrymosity, a mix of sumptuous synth pop, cosmic R&B, cassette-smeared techno, sneering indie pop and a song about teenaged vampires. Dig in! You won't get too s...

Fri, 05 Sep 2014

890 - Music That Matters, Vol. 423 - Camp Bliss

Afternoon show host Kevin Cole provides your late summer soundtrack to Camp Bliss with new faves from Twin Peaks, Benjamin Booker, Beach Day, Allah-Las, Deep Sea Diver and more! 1. Twin Peaks - I Found A New Way 2. Alvvays - Adult Diversion 3. The Pro...

Fri, 29 Aug 2014

889 - Music That Matters, Vol. 422 - Bumbershoot 2014 Preview

Bust out those seersuckers one last time and enjoy a mix of local, national and international artists as Midday Show host Cheryl Waters presents KEXP's annual preview of Bumbershoot, Seattle's longest running music and arts festival, this year featurin...

Fri, 22 Aug 2014

888 - Music That Matters, Vol. 421 - Bring the Noise

KEXP's Morning Show host John Richards presents a new mix featuring tracks from Odonis Odonis, Tom Vek, Young Fathers, Brian Jonesetown Massacre, The GOASTT, King Dude and more. From fuzzed out post-punk to funked up Black Sabbath, there's a noise here...

Fri, 15 Aug 2014

887 - Music That Matters, Vol. 420 - Summer High

KEXP's Roadhouse host Greg Vandy brings you a late summer soundtrack that features many of his favorite new songs and artists of 2014, such as Israel Nash, Black Lips, Pete Molinari, The Donkeys, Nikki Lane, Sturgill Simpson, Evening Bell, and Saskatoo...

Fri, 08 Aug 2014

886 - Music That Matters, Vol. 419 - Dream City

Afternoon Show Host Kevin Cole brings you the perfect soundtrack for your dream city, including new faves from Pets, The Sugar Stems, Conor Oberst, French Style Furs, and Cold Beat. 1. Prom Body - My Paradise 2. Pets - Dream City 3. Cold Beat - Mirror...

Fri, 01 Aug 2014

885 - Music That Matters, Vol. 418 - Summer Fun

So much music, so little time. Midday Show host Cheryl Waters has compiled a collection of summer songs that she loves, listen to find out why Cheryl always plays more than one Spoon song. 1. Luluc - Without A Face 2. Sharon Van Etten - Taking Chances...

Fri, 25 Jul 2014

884 - Music That Matters, Vol. 417 - Rockaway Beach

KEXP's Afternoon Show host Kevin Cole deliverers a set of hooky guitar-driven, blissed-out beach pop including new songs from Tennis, La Sera, Bleached, Parquet Courts, and Thee Oh Sees. 1. Tennis - Never Work For Free 2. The Pains of Being Pure at He...

Fri, 18 Jul 2014

883 - Music That Matters, Vol. 416 - Capitol Hill Block Party 2014

KEXP's Sean Nelson brings you a new mix featuring artists performing at Seattle's Capitol Hill Block Party this year. Preview CHBP with new songs and favorites from Spoon, Kithkin, Tennis Pro, The War On Drugs and Iska Dhaaf. 1. Spoon - Waiting For th...

Fri, 11 Jul 2014

882 - Music That Matters, Vol. 415 - Simple & Sure

There is a simple & sure premise at KEXP. To discover and experience great music that brings fulfilment and enjoyment to your life. Join Midday Show host Cheryl Waters for our latest Music That Matters podcast. We hope these tunes hit the spot. 1. Jes...

Fri, 04 Jul 2014

881 - Music That Matters, Vol. 414 - Big Gay Podcast 2014

KEXP seems to get gayer every year, and this year's Big Gay Podcast, featuring twenty tracks spanning more than 40 years, is no exception. With everything from vintage queer country to an electronic interpretation of a black metal classic, El Toro's 20...

Fri, 27 Jun 2014

880 - Music That Matters, Vol. 413 - Runner Powered Podcast, Volume 3

KEXP's Resident Runner and host of the Morning Show, John Richards, returns with Volume 3 of our new Runner Powered Podcast series. It's another high energy hour of KEXP faves and new tracks to keep you moving! 1. Akron/Family - River 2. Cloud Control...

Fri, 20 Jun 2014

879 - Music That Matters, Vol. 412 - The Light Of The Day

KEXP's Don Slack plays some of his favorite new Swingin' Doors jams for summer. Heavy doses of Northwest and Nashville. Recommended pairings: lawn chairs and margaritas. 1. Nikki Lane - Seein' Double 2. Country Lips - Black Water 3. Rodney Crowell - F...

Fri, 13 Jun 2014

878 - Music That Matters, Vol. 411 - Amplifiers Love Week Master Mix

KEXP's Afternoon Show host Kevin Cole pumps up the volume with a great mix of new music and live rarities in celebration and appreciation of KEXP's Amplifiers Club donors! Turn it up! 1. Sonic Avenues - In Your Head 2. Guided By Voices - Psychotic Cru...

Fri, 06 Jun 2014

877 - Music That Matters, Vol. 410 - Tangled In A Late Night Of Fire And Fog

Join Variety Mix host Melissa Trejo as she takes the helm again for the most recent Music That Matters Podcast. During this go round, Mel weaves in and out of melancholy musical meanderings and twitched out glitchiness to keep you company through a lat...

Fri, 30 May 2014

876 - Music That Matters, Vol. 409 - Tell Me

KEXP's Midday Show host Cheryl Waters presents a new mix featuring 12 tracks that she's been loving lately. Enjoy music from The Fresh & Onlys, Bleeding Rainbow, Cloud Nothings, The Hold Steady and more! What have you been loving lately? 1. The Distri...

Fri, 23 May 2014

875 - Music That Matters, Vol. 408 - Sasquatch! Roadtrip Mixtape 2014

KEXP's Afternoon Show host Kevin Cole provides your soundtrack to the 2014 Sasquatch Music Festival. A nearly two-hour music mix of Sasquatch highlights will get you pumped on your road trip to the Gorge and back. And, if you're not able to attend Sas...

Fri, 16 May 2014

874 - Music That Matters, Vol. 407 - Expansions Movement Electronic Music Festival Special 2014

KEXP's Expansions host, Masa, has done a radio special on Detroit's Electronic Music Festival for many years and now brings you his very first podcast focused on the festival. It's a 12 track celebration and spotlight on Detroit based and inspired elec...

Fri, 09 May 2014

873 - Music That Matters, Vol. 455 - Bloom Beyond

Afternoon Show host Kevin Cole delivers an explosive set of his favorite new music and new bands including The Fireworks, POW! and Pinkshinyultrablast. 1. Pinkshinyultrablast - Holy Forest 2. The Tamborines - Black and Blue 3. The Fireworks - Runaround 4

Fri, 10 Apr 2015

872 - Music That Matters, Vol. 454 - Ævintýr

Join Midday Show host Cheryl Waters on a musical Ævintýr (Icelandic for adventure) featuring tons of great new songs including many that have yet to be released. Dig in and enjoy! 1. Winnebago - Blinders 2. Other Lives - Reconfiguration 3. Sóley - Ævintý

Fri, 03 Apr 2015

871 - Music That Matters, Vol. 453 - The Morning Show Rock Block

Join Morning Show host John Richards for a mix that's loud, new and full of rocks. 1. Beech Creeps - Times Be Short 2. Cloakroom - Starchild Skull 3. Male Bonding - A Kick to the Face 4. Darlings - Gardone 5. The Crush - Someone For You 6. Zebra Hunt - D

Fri, 27 Mar 2015

870 - Music That Matters, Vol. 452 - Leaping Into Spring

Swingin' Doors host Don Slack brings you new music to get excited about this Spring, from power pop and garage-rock to edgy post-punk, surf, hip hop and more. 1. Alabama Shakes - Don't Wanna Fight 2. Mikal Cronin - Made My Mind Up 3. Weed - Stay in the S

Fri, 20 Mar 2015

869 - Music That Matters, Vol. 451 - Change Your Mind

Afternoon Show host Kevin Cole brings you a stellar mix of new sounds spanning the musical spectrum, from raw rockers to fist-pumping anthems, cosmic RnB, jangly indie pop and gentle folk sounds. 1. Zebra Hunt - Half Right 2. Made Violent - Two Tone Hair

Fri, 13 Mar 2015

868 - Music That Matters, Vol. 450 - I'm In Your Mind

Music That Matters, Vol. 450 - I'm In Your Mind Join Midday Show host Cheryl Waters for a new podcast featuring songs that will stick in your mind and hopefully get you singing along as you while away your days. 1. Father John Misty - I Love You, Honeyb

Fri, 06 Mar 2015

867 - Music That Matters, Vol. 449 - Morning Show Music Discovery

Morning Show host John Richards discovers hidden gems in this heavy vibed mix of pop and beats, featuring the swirling eclectic sounds of local Seattle project Eggshells, the urgent rumbling guitars of The Districts and much more.

Fri, 27 Feb 2015

866 - Music That Matters, Vol. 448 - Origami Renaissance

Afternoon show host Kevin Cole folds and sculpts sounds into a stunning musical mix featuring brand new tracks from Courtney Barnett, Pond, JD McPherson and more! Let the good times fold! 1. JD McPherson - Let The Good Times Roll 2. Stag - She + Me 3. Co

Fri, 20 Feb 2015

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