Montreal four-piece band TOPS have been crafting top-notch indie pop jams for over a decade now, consistently tinkering with their crystalline, immaculate, slinky ‘80s-steeped sound that’s distinguished by the band’s pristine productions and Jane Penny’s coolly hushed delivery. This past August they released their fifth studio album Bury the Key which marked their first on renowned American label Ghostly International Records.
For their exclusive guest DJ mix for Midnight in a Perfect World, TOPS share a super fun and groovy set showcasing some favorite songs from their contemporaries alongside a bunch of TOPS side project cuts that gives the listener a little taste of TOPS' fanciful sonic world.
| Artist | Title |
|---|---|
| Midnight in a Perfect World | Intro |
| Amery | Hotwire the Nite |
| Prefab Sprout | Bearpark (4 track) |
| Mind Shrine | Dance Around the Truth |
| TOPS | Call You Back |
| Babe Corner | Bianca |
| Ribbon Skirt | Wrong Planet |
| Starcleaner Reunion | The Hand that I Put Down |
| Born At Midnite | Hearts Working Overtime |
| Jane Penny | Wear You Out |
| Marci | KITY |
| Paycheque | When You Are Around |
| Nourished by Time | 9 2 5 |
| Patrick Holland | Left At The Table |
| THiQ | Yes/No |
| Jon McKiel | Mourning Dove |
| Shunk | Clouds |
| Fireball Kid | Counting (1234) |
Midnight in a Perfect World, KEXP's weekly hour-long guest DJ show, airs Fridays at midnight. This multi-genre program features eclectic sets by a rotating cast of international and local DJ's, each building upon a party vibe to kick off your weekend. Midnight in a Perfect World is made possible with support from New Belgium Brewing.
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