Destroyer is a beloved Canadian band led by the singular voice and style of frontman Dan Bejar. Over their illustrious 30-year career, they've amassed a deep discography including 14 studio albums, with 2025's album Dan's Boogie marking the latest entry into their captivating catalog.
Destroyer's exclusive guest DJ mix for Midnight in a Perfect World serves up an insightful glimpse into Dan's record collection and the songs that he loves and holds close. There's an innovative, moody, sweeping theme that runs throughout these selections, regardless of genre, allowing for a supremely eclectic and colorful journey.
| Artist | Title |
|---|---|
| Midnight in a Perfect World | Intro |
| Cliff Martinez | Is That What Everybody Wants? |
| Richard Ashcroft | A Song For The Lovers |
| Kate Bush | Sunset |
| Joan Manuel Serrat | Mediterraneo |
| Miles Davis | I Loves You, Porgy |
| Hello Blue Roses | Telepathy |
| Ryuichi Sakamoto | Thousand Knives |
| Dionne Warwick | The Wine Is Young |
| Plush | Having It All |
| John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman | Lush Life |
| The Apartments | Everything Is Given To Be Taken Away |
| Paolo Conte | Gli impermeabili |
| Bridget St John | To Leave Your Cover |
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.
Hong Kong-born, London-based Japanese/British artist Miso Extra delivers a tasty mix of R&B, synth-pop, house, soul, and techno on her guest DJ mix.
Congolese experimental electronic music project KOKOKO! deliver an adventurous mix that provides a glimpse into their past influences and current inspirations.
Avalon Emerson shares a fascinating guest DJ mix full of deep dancefloor gems, sophisticated indie pop, groovy post-punk, and more.
