In Our Headphones

Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Kevin Cole as he returns with another discovery from the Eurosonic Noorderslag Festival. This time he spotlights Gaia Banfi and talks about her standout performance, the power of a slow burn, and Banfi’s song “Piazza Centrale.” The song comes from Banfi’s 2025 album La Maccaia, out now on Trovarobato. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima Healy Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected]. Photo credit: Siese Veenstra FotografieSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Kevin Cole about one of his favorite discoveries from the Eurosonic Noorderslag Festival, the Cyprus-based songwriter Della. They discuss Kevin’s experience with Eurosonic over the years, what it was about Della that captivated him and the other judges, and the magic of her song “how do i?” The song comes from Della’s 2025 album, 13, out now from Louvana Records. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima Healy Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected]. Photo credit: Shots by ShaliSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Atticus about one of his favorite new bands, Twen. They discuss the band’s DIY spirit and why Atticus can’t stop listening to their song “Godlike.” The song comes from the band’s 2025 self-released album, Fate Euphoric.Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] Photo Credit: Meg LockettSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks with “the world’s happiest goth,” KEXP DJ Atticus, about the Belfast group Chalk. Atticus breaks down the different music scenes in Ireland and how Chalk converges all the sides together with their aggressive, electronic sound. “I.D.C.” comes from Chalk’s upcoming album Crystalpunk, out March 13 on ALTER Music.Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler & Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected]. Photo credit: Patricia RosinganaSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Jewel about the Kentucky band DOOM GONG and their unique brand of “denim psych.” Jewel shares the band’s song “The Future is a Choice" and talks about the band’s proclivity for wearing “Canadian tuxedos” on stage. The song comes from the group's 2025 self-released album, MEGAGONG. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler & Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Jewel about Florida-based psych rock band Velvet Meadow and their song “The Velvet Showdown.” Jewel speculates that this might be one of the first diss tracks aimed at A.I. – setting their sights on the A.I. band The Velvet Sundown. The song comes from their 2025 self-released album, Saturday Morning Meadowlies. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler & Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Chilly about prolific metal artist Damián Antón Ojeda. Trhä is one of Ojeda’s many projects, leaning into elements of black metal and shoegaze in a way that feels surprisingly uplifting. This unpronounceable song was released on Trhä’s 2025 self-released EP, lact’eben.Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Chilly about Seattle band TURIAN and the harrowing story behind their song “Chemical Bath.” The song is written in tribute to Carmelita Torres, who is credited for starting the 1917 bath riots on the border of Mexico and the United States. TURIAN’s album Blood Quantum Blues is out now via Wise Blood Records.Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected]. Photo credit: John Donovan MalleySupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Reeves about his love of sad dad rock and Euphoria Again & Dogwood Tales’s collaboration on their new track “Candy,” off their new album Destination Heaven on Born Losers Records. Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected]. Photo credit: B William GreenSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Reeves about his love of metal music and Speedclaw’s new song “Allnighter,” from their 2025 debut studio album Stardust via Dying Victims Productions. Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected]. Photo by Sanja ProdanSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley about upcoming 2026 releases including Robyn, Lucha Luna and Ratboys.  Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley about Hemi Hemingway’s new song  "Oh, My Albertine" from the upcoming album Wings of Desire, out on Feb. 20 via PNKSLM Recordings. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to Seattle rapper Travis Thompson about learning how to rap with Lazā and one of her biggest songs — "Open until 2."Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to Seattle rapper Travis Thompson about his buddy Oblé and their new song together “Roll Call,” off the album Line Leaders on UnderCurrent. Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Troy Nelson about Afro psychedelic rock band Orchestra GOLD and their new, self-released song “Dakan.” Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] Photo Credit: Ginger FiersteinSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP DJ Troy Nelson about autoharps, and one his new favorite tracks – “Mingle” – by Georgia Knight, out now on her debut album Beanpole, on Poison City Records. Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] photo by Laura May GroganSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Holidays! We're taking a brief break and will be back on Jan. 6th, 2026. Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks with Music Director Chris Sanley and KEXP DJ Larry Mizell, Jr. about some of the best music of the year, including Nourished By Time and Bad Bunny! Produced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Best of the Year episode is coming your way…  Hosted by Evie Stokes Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Goyri, co-host of El Sonido, joins host Evie Stokes to talk about Mexico City’s bursting music scene and unperro andaluz’s new song “malabares” featuring another Mexican artist – Manuel Ávila – off their record tragaperras on ERiZO. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Goyri, co-host of El Sonido, joins host Evie Stokes to talk about being a ‘90s kid, and music off his own label – Psyched! Records SF. The two talk about the San Pedro-based quartet Cosmic Kitten and their new song “Breadcrumbs” off their self-titled album. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vivian McCall of local Seattle band Pansy joins producer Lilly Ana Fowler to talk about Chicago’s Ratboys and their new song “Light Night Mountains All That,” the first song released on their new label home New West Records. Ratboys have a new record Singin' to an Empty Chair coming out next year.  Hosted by Evie Stokes Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vivian McCall of Pansy joins producer Lilly Ana Fowler to talk about their new EP Skin Graft and recording music as a transgender artist. They also talk about one of her favorite Chicago acts, Sharp Pins, and their new track “I Can’t Stop," from the album Radio DDR released on K Records subsidiary Perennial. Pansy is having a record release party at the Tractor Tavern in Seattle on Wednesday, December 3rd. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Sean joins host Evie Stokes to talk about one of his favorite tracks of the year: Elaine Howley’s "Hold Me In A New Way,” described by some as the perfect music for insomniacs and romancers — out now on Modern Love.  Hosted by Evie Stokes Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Sean joins host Evie Stokes to talk about one of his favorite albums of the year: Friend by New York singer and producer james K. The two discuss the song “Doom Bikini” off their new album, out now on AD 93. Hosted by Evie Stokes Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Lace Cadence joins In Our Headphones producer Lilly Ana Fowler to talk about  N'Gonda – an American musician based in England – and his shapeshifting tunes, including his new single “All About Me.” Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] photo by Rosie CoheSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Lace Cadence joins In Our Headphones producer Lilly Ana Fowler to talk about growing up around African music, his love of Californian hardcore punk Drain and their song “Stealing Happiness from Tomorrow,” off their new album …IS YOUR FRIEND via Epitaph Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] photo by Atiba JeffersonSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Greta Rose joins host Evie Stokes to talk about Australian producer and DJ HAAi and their new track "Satellite" from the recently released album HUMANiSE on Mute Records.Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] photo by Sophie WebsterSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Greta Rose joins host Evie Stokes to talk about the Latin American band Los Membrillos and their track "Millones De Colores," or millions of colors which, Greta says, is perfect for this fall weather. "Millones De Colores" is off the band's first album Distimia. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] photo by Sara SolisSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP producer Lilly Ana Fowler talks to fellow producer Roddy Nikpour about the soundtrack to the popular video game Stardew Valley, the Seattle creator behind it, and the song “Stardew Valley Festival of Seasons – Season Suite (Spring).” Revisit Roddy’s interview with Stardew Valley composers Eric Baron and Andrew Rohrmann on A Deeper Listen. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] photo via InstagramSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP producer Lilly Ana Fowler talks to fellow producer Roddy Nikpour about WU LYF's cult following and the Manchester's band new song “A New Life is Coming,” released after disappearing for more than a decade. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley about POP Montreal International Music Festival’s best acts, including Shn Shn and her song "Home is Another Place." Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks to KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley about POP Montreal International Music Festival’s best acts, including WORKS and their song "Taut & Unphased." Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Stas THEE Boss joins host Evie Stokes to talk about confident female rappers and Vayda, a young rapper and producer from Georgia. The two talk about Vayda’s new song “Daystar.” Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] photo by Noah SalemSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Stas THEE Boss joins host Evie Stokes to talk about Seattle hip hop, MF DOOM, and Remember Face’s new single “Mr. Big League.” Remember Face’s new album Motion Snaps For Alley Cat Jacks is out now. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] photo via BandcampSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Tory J joins host Evie Stokes to talk about writing to music, math rock and Snooze, a happy heavy mathy band from Chicago. The two talk about Snooze’s new song “On a Superposition” from their album “I Know How You Will Die,” which was self-released earlier this year.Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Tory J joins host Evie Stokes to talk about KEXP’s indigenous show Sounds of Survivance and metal band Maud the Moth’s new song “Burial of the Patriarchs.” The song is off Maud the Moth's new album The Distaff, out now on The Larvarium. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adrian Quesada joins host Evie Stokes to talk about touring with Latin instrumental band Hermanos Gutiérrez and an old song he still takes inspiration from — Junip’s “Always.” The song is from Junip’s debut album Fields, out on City Slang. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected]. Photo Credit: Jon BergmanSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Musician Adrian Quesada joins host Evie Stokes to talk about growing up on the border, oil painting and Mexico’s futuristic cumbia project Amantes del Futuro. The two discuss the group’s song “Ven a bailar” from their album Sabor Sónico II, out now on La Roma Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected]. Photo Credit: InstagramSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica Dobson of Deep Sea Diver joins Evie Stokes to talk about Deep Sea Diver’s biggest hometown show yet, coming up at The Paramount Theatre in Seattle on Friday, Nov. 28th. The two also talk about trains, ponies, krautrock and Cass McCombs' song “I Never Dream About Trains” off his new album Interior Live Oak. Interior Live Oak is out now on Domino Recording Company.  Hosted by Evie Stokes. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler. Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at [email protected] photo by Silvia GravSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica Dobson of Deep Sea Diver joins Evie Stokes to talk about touring, Seattle’s best spots, and English duo King Hannah’s song “New York, Let’s Do Nothing.” King Hannah’s second studio album Big Swimmer is out now on City Slang.  Hosted by Evie Stokes Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William Myers Production support: Serafima Healy Associate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at [email protected]. Photo credit: Katie SilvesterSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Foss, one of the hosts of KEXP’s punk show Sonic Reducer, joins Evie Stokes to talk about protest music, punching nazis, and the feminist punk rock band Cheap Perfume. Cheap Perfume has a new song out called “Woke Mind Virus” via Snappy Little Fingers. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] photo by Roxanna CarrascoSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Foss, one of the hosts of KEXP’s punk show Sonic Reducer, joins Evie Stokes to talk about protest music and the British punk band that just won’t quit: The Mekons. The two talk about the band’s latest album Horror and their new song “War Economy." Horror is out now on Fire Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected]. Photo Credit: Gabi RojasSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Sanley, KEXP’s music director, joins host Evie Stokes to talk about the upcoming Pop Montreal music festival and one of the acts she looks forward to seeing there – Thanya Iyer. The two talk about Iyer’s new song “I am here now” from her album TIDE/TIED, out now on Topshelf Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Sanley, KEXP’s music director, joins host Evie Stokes to talk about the upcoming Pop Montreal music festival and one of the acts she looks forward to seeing there – Hand Habits. The two also talk about Hand Habits' collaborations with tons of KEXP mainstays, like Perfume Genius and Kevin Morby. They also discuss how the L.A.-based singer-songwriter is coming into their own on their new song “Wheel of Change.” Hand Habits' new album Blue Reminder is out now on Fat Possum. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Albina Cabrera joins host Evie Stokes to talk about Latin American Heritage month and KEXP’s special ‘Aqui y Ahora’ programming surrounding it. She also talks about one of her favorite bands from Mexico City, Vondré, and their new shoegazy song “31.” You can also hear Albina on KEXP’s Spanish language podcast El Sonido: Cancioneros where she talks with Latin artists every week on the music that made them. Check it out here or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube.Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected]. Photo credit: Ramon SaturninoSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KEXP DJ Albina Cabrera joins host Evie Stokes to talk about one of her favorite tracks of the year so far. It comes from Ecuadorian-Swiss Latin instrumental band Hermanos Gutiérrez and their new collaboration with Leon Bridges on the song “Elegantly Wasted.”You can also hear Albina on KEXP’s Spanish language podcast El Sonido: Cancioneros where she talks with Latin artists every week on the music that made them. Check it out here or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by: Evie StokesProduced by: Lilly Ana Fowler Mastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Diana Ratsamee about K-pop, the return home of Japanese Breakfast's Michelle Zauner, and her new collaboration with South Korea's Silica Gel on “NamgungFefere.” Zauner released Japanese Breakfast’s latest album For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women) earlier this year on Dead Oceans. Hosted by Evie Stokes. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler.Mastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Diana Ratsamee about her dad’s musical influence and a trip back home to Thailand. There she discovered Makara and their new song “Coco.” Hosted by Evie Stokes. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler. Mastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty HenryListen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphones Contact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, in honor of Amplifier Day at KEXP, we’re talking to listeners about a new favorite track. Producer Lilly Ana Fowler catches up with KEXP listener Jason Rodriguez who weighs in on some of his favorite music from the year so far, including Die Spitz’s new track “Pop Punk Anthem.” Die Spitz’s forthcoming album Something to Consume will be out on Sept. 12 on Third Man Records. Hosted by Evie StokesProduced by Lilly Ana FowlerMastered by William MyersProduction support: Serafima HealyAssociate Director of Editorial: Dusty Henry Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at [email protected] the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.