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Live on KEXP

KEXP
KEXP
Seattle
Frankie and the Witch Fingers
Black Country, New Road
They Might Be Giants
Music
This Will Destroy You
Trentemøller
Etran De L'aïr
Courtney Barnett
Death From Above 1979
Franz Ferdinand
Kevin Kaarl
Live On KEXP
New York
Sub Pop Records
Ragana
Brooklyn
Ali
Mono

Live on KEXP brings you the very best of KEXP’s world-renowned live in-studio and remote performances. Each week, we’ll bring you a new live session, from emerging artists to well-established acts, spanning styles, genres and cultures. Full video of all Live on KEXP performances available at youtube.com/kexp.

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Latest Episodes

KEXP presents Dutch Interior performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded September 17, 2026.

Canada

Fourth Street

Ground Scores

Beekeeping

Conner Reeves - Guitar, Vocals

Noah Kurtz - Guitar, Vocals

Davis Stewart - Bass, Vocals

Shane Barton - Ke... more

KEXP presents Earth Tongue performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded August 20, 2026.

Silver Eye

Demon Cam

Flashlight

Dungeon Vision

Dimly Lit Cadaver

Pentagram On The Moon

Gussie Larkin - Vocals, Guitar

Ezra Simons - Drums, Vocals

Host: DJ Je... more

KEXP presents PISS performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded June 25, 2026.

kai and friends

i wanted to be a singer

andrea I

time loop at hot slit

a little girl’s horse craze betrays her

andrea II

how can you act opposite to this emotion? ... more

KEXP presents Helado Tropical performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded August 18, 2026.

Fluye

Tocando

Soledad

Déjate Caer

Sensación

Fabi Reyna - Vocals, Guitar, Synth

Roberto Lange - Vocals, Synth

Host: Albina Cabrera

Audio Engineers: Kevin Su... more

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Molly Hamilton
Vocalist/guitarist of Widowspeak
Widowspeak
Episode: Widowspeak (Live on KEXP)
Robert Earl Thomas
Guitarist of Widowspeak
Widowspeak
Episode: Widowspeak (Live on KEXP)
Witch Ripper
Seattle-based metal band featured in the live session
Witch Ripper
Episode: Witch Ripper (Live on KEXP)
Marisa Anderson
Musician/artist creating The Anthology of Un-American Folk Music
Independent musician
Episode: Marisa Anderson (Live on KEXP)
Eblis Alvarez
Musician, part of the project with Meridian Brothers
Meridian Brothers
Episode: Mexican Institute of Sound & Meridian Brothers (Live on KEXP)
Camilo Lara
Musician, founder of Mexican Institute of Sound
Instituto Mexicano del Sonido & Meridian Brothers (Ruido Tovar project)
Episode: Mexican Institute of Sound & Meridian Brothers (Live on KEXP)
Kalia Vandever
Composer, performer, and trombonist
Episode: Kalia Vandever (Live on KEXP)
Sera Cahoone
Singer-songwriter, recording artist
Sub Pop Records
Episode: Sera Cahoone (Live on KEXP)
Panic Shack
Band from Cardiff, Wales
Brace Yourself (album label)
Episode: Panic Shack (Live on KEXP)

Hosts

John Richards
Host of Live on KEXP; long-running presenter known for in-depth artist conversations and community-focused storytelling
Cheryl Waters
Longtime host mixing in-depth interviews with live performances; central figure in show's interview-led format
Prometheus Brown
Contributor and host voice; associated with program formatting and guest introduction on broader KEXP live sessions
Albina Cabrera
Host guiding studio introductions and artist showcases, particularly for live in-studio sessions
Greg Vandy
Host of The Roadhouse; contributes to music discussions and episode structure

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 766 ratings
  • Love it!

    Thank you for the music. Lydia

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LjudmillasBande
    Germany8 months ago
  • The best!

    It doesn’t get any better than Live on KEXP. So damn good and the ‘podcast’ sound quality is on point!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oldskoolfragger
    New Zealand8 months ago
  • Salute to the Hosts

    Listener recommendation: Go for the “Performance & Interview Only” option. That’s where the hosts shine. Cheryl, Kevin, Morgan, everybody — keep doing your thing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Central Mass Mike
    United States3 years ago
  • Finally fixed sound quality

    For a while there, this podcast sounded like it was recorded with a 32 bit MP3 stream. Finally back to the usual excellent sound quality! Don’t let this backslip again, KEXP!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    typ993
    United States5 years ago
  • So. Much. Talking.

    I like this podcast because it has helped me find some new bands that I would not have discovered otherwise. In the last year or so they have added a “host” who talks. So. Much. I find myself skipping through large parts just to get to the actual music and avoid the host. It is really difficult to enjoy it any more. I hope this goes back to what it was which was a performance and not all the annoying morning FM DJ talking.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    crichton007
    United States5 years ago

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Some listeners wish for fewer host intros and more focus on the music, but quality performances remain highly valued.
Fans love the mix of live performances and insightful artist conversations.
Listeners praise sound quality and the breadth of artists featured.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#186
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#41
Chile/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#58
Hong Kong/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#72
Ukraine/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#110
Switzerland/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#135
Brazil/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

zzzahara (Live on KEXP)
Q: Did you record the latest album differently from previous projects, and who was involved in production?
She explains that Casey Lagos produced the album, she recorded with a Korg CR-4, used tape, and embraced a mid-range between lo-fi and hi-fi, with a hands-on approach that included unique, vintage gear.
zzzahara (Live on KEXP)
Q: How's the tour been so far?
Zahara responds that the tour has been great and that the band enjoys touring with Hoolis, highlighting the positive energy and experiences on the road.
La Texana (Live on KEXP)
Q: Josué, ¿cómo fuiste descubriendo ese sonido de La Texana como proyecto musical? ¿Y bajo qué discos?
Josué describes starting with guitar at age 11, influenced by Serati and Spanish rock from the 80s/90s, and expanding into a sound that fuses post-punk with regional Mexican influences, shaped by his northern Mexican roots and international exposure.
Interpol (Live on KEXP)
Q: What is the sauce that keeps you two together at least?
There's a lot of factors including deep artistic compatibility, mutual respect, and working on oneself and interpersonal relationship stuff to stay aligned over many years.
Austin TV (Live on KEXP)
Q: How was the idea for Ma conceived and what does the title mean in the context of your personal experiences?
The concept emerged from mourning and a void the band felt after losing mothers; Ma is an interlude with a purposeful gap that carries emotional weight and a sense of healing.

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Live on KEXP delivers high-quality live-in-studio performances paired with in-depth conversations with artists across a wide spectrum of genres. Episodes frequently blend performance with discussion about craft, creative process, touring, and the cultural backdrop of the artist's work. A standout aspect is the show's commitment to intimate, studio-recorded performances that emphasize musical discovery, artist storytelling, and a strong listener-supported ethos. It's likely to appeal to listeners who value excellent live sound, diverse indie and underground scenes, and thoughtful artist conversations that go beyond hype to explore process and community.

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Recent guests on Live on KEXP include:

1. Molly Hamilton
2. Robert Earl Thomas
3. Witch Ripper
4. Marisa Anderson
5. Eblis Alvarez
6. Camilo Lara
7. Kalia Vandever
8. Sera Cahoone

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