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November Schedule

Multi-genre program featuring eclectic sets by a rotating cast of international and local DJs, each building upon a party vibe to kick off your weekend. Check out the archives of previous exclusive mixes here, and check out the upcoming schedule below:

November 2nd: Buddy Ross
November 9th: Thandii
November 16th: Horse Vision
November 23rd: crushed
November 30th: Cochemea

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Latest Podcast Episodes

KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley talks about POP Montreal International Music Festival’s best acts, including WORKS and their song "Taut & Unphased."

Jay Som speaks about the expansive sound of her fourth studio album, Belong, named for her quest to figure out her place in the indie music scene.

En este episodio especial, Xiuhtezcatl comparte el trasfondo de TONATIUH, su álbum más reciente, grabado en Xochimilco, el territorio de sus ancestros.

On the show this time, it’s the inimitable smart-pop of legendary band They Might Be Giants.

The "marathon runcast" with special guest DJ Kevin Cole!

To celebrate the end of The Cobain 50 and El Cancionero de Kurt, our hosts recorded a live conversation reflecting on both series in the KEXP Gathering Space.

Evie Stokes' Third Annual Trip-Hop Retrospective

Archive

It’s the Third Annual Trip Hop Retrospective! Tune in for three hours of exploring pioneers of the genre like Portishead, Massive Attack, and Lamb. We’ll dig into samples, learn more about the producers behind the music, and discover new artists creating songs influenced by the genre in 2024.

Originally aired on Wednesday, December 4th on Drive Time with Evie Stokes.

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Massive Attack // photo by James Bailey (view set)

KEXP Breakdowns

Periodically, KEXP will deconstruct an album from beginning to end, spending an entire day dissecting each sample or reference mentioned. Revisit some of these special days below.