Buddy Ross is a Kelso, WA-born, LA-based musician who originally emerged on the music scene as a member of the Seattle/Tacoma outfit Motopony in the late 2000s before embarking on a whirlwind career that has found him working closely behind-the-scenes with artists such as Frank Ocean, Haim, Bon Iver, Lorde, Vampire Weekend, Cass McCombs, Arlo Parks, Dijon, and many more. On October 24th, he released his debut solo album K We're Here, an intimate ambient record that "paints the arrival of Ross’ first son, Benny, as he descends from the heavens to embark on a new life on Planet Earth."
Buddy's admittedly "off the cuff" guest DJ mix for Midnight in a Perfect World is a fascinating collection of underground gems and indie icons that journeys through a variety of styles with his sharp ear for warm melodies and timeless sounds holding it all together.
| Artist | Title |
|---|---|
| Midnight in a Perfect World | Intro |
| Roberto Musci | Water Music |
| Sun Ra | Ra Explains the Bandura |
| Liz Phair | Shane |
| Iasos | Lueena Coast |
| This Heat | Diet of Worms |
| Arthur Russell | Corn |
| Woody Guthrie | Talking Fishing Blues |
| Azymuth | Zé e Paraná |
| Andre Gibson & Universal Togetherness Band | Valentine Lover |
| Laraaji | I Can Only Bliss Out (F'Days) |
| Pogo | One Day With You |
| Psychic TV | The Orchids |
| Aphex Twin | Xtal |
| Buddy Ross | armarouge |
| Christian Taylor | Hand! |
| Alex G | Mud |
| Stereolab | Come And Play In The Milky Night (Demo) |
| Allie Kelly | Doormat |
| Aphex Twin | IZ-US |
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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