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Live on KEXP

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Frankie and the Witch Fingers
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They Might Be Giants
This Will Destroy You
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Etran De L'aïr
Courtney Barnett
Death From Above 1979
Franz Ferdinand
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Live On KEXP
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Sub Pop Records
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Nilüfer Yanya

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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KEXP presents Snooper performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded June 22, 2026.

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Company Car

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Defect

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On Line

Running

Blair Tramel - Vocals

Connor Cummins - Guitar

Travis Minnick - Drums

Jackson Grant - Bass

Connor Grant - ... more

KEXP presents Rhododendron performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded July 13, 2026.

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Gage Walker - Bass

Ezra Chong - Lead Vocals, Guitar

Noah Martola - Drums

Host: Diana Tanner Ellison

Audio & Mastering Engineer: Julian Mar... more

KEXP presents Kalia Vandever performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded June 21, 2026.

Hubbard Road 00:40

Waiting 05:19

Angel Said 11:36

Your Fault 13:34

Holding 16:51

Kalia Vandever - Trombone, Vocals

Host: Kevin Sur

Audio Engineer: Kevin Su... more

KEXP presents Leenalchi performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded July 8, 2026.

약성가 (Ultimate Prescription)

신의 고향 (You Know Who I Am?)

새타령 (Bird)

범 내려온다 (Tiger Is Coming)

Seojin Ra - Vocals

Suin Choi - Vocals

Yi Ho Ahn - Vocals

Soo Bum Park ... more

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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)
Kahil El Zabar
Drummer and founder, Ethnic Heritage Ensemble
The Golden Sea Duo / Ethnic Heritage Ensemble
Episode: Kahil El'Zabar and David Murry (Live on KEXP)
David Murray
Renowned saxophonist and collaborator
The Golden Sea Duo
Episode: Kahil El'Zabar and David Murry (Live on KEXP)
Mikaela Davis
Harper-artist featured in the session
Independent musician
Episode: Mikaela Davis (Live on KEXP)
Isobel Campbell
Singer-songwriter performing and discussing her work
Independent musician / collaborator
Episode: Isobel Campbell (Live on KEXP)
Primitive Ring
Band featured in the episode
Independent music group
Episode: Primitive Ring (Live on KEXP)
Los Mirlos
Peruvian psychedelic cumbia band
Los Mirlos
Episode: Los Mirlos (Live on KEXP)
Strange Lot
Band performing live
Strange Lot
Episode: STRANGE LOT (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 763 ratings
  • Love it!

    Thank you for the music. Lydia

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LjudmillasBande
    Germany7 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 Zealand7 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
#165
Australia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#74
Mexico/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#100
Switzerland/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#220
Ukraine/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#243
Chile/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#245
Finland/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Leenalchi (Live on KEXP)
Q: For your new album, Here Comes That Crow, you worked with a label called Luka Bop. From what I understand, it was co-founded by David Byrne. Can you tell us about the experience working with this label?
The discussion highlighted a sense of grounding and growth since joining Luka Bop, with the label helping them establish a footing in the scene and support their evolving blend of traditional and contemporary sounds.
Leenalchi (Live on KEXP)
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your relationship with Pansari and how that's changed over these years?
The band described that their relationship with Pansari hasn't changed and remains core to their identity, while their creative playground continues to expand, signaling ongoing evolution within a traditional framework.
Sera Cahoone (Live on KEXP)
Q: Tell me about this record and these songs.
Sera explains that after personal losses and the pandemic, she stepped back from her own music, focused on producing for others and playing drums with a trusted group, which helped her fall back in love with songwriting. The album emerged as a natural collaboration that reflects different times in her life, with a title that invites multiple interpretations and a sense of renewed self.
Khemmis (Live on KEXP)
Q: How did the addition of Dave on bass influence the recording and the overall sound?
They describe Dave as a powerful addition, calling him a key part of the machinery that now enables them to realize long-held ideas, resulting in a more authentic and confident creative direction.
Khemmis (Live on KEXP)
Q: Do you guys want to talk a little bit about maybe what that means to you and how this came about?
The band explains the reasoning behind the self-titled album, emphasizing that the title reflects a distillation of who they are, their journey, and the chemistry within the group, culminating in a record that feels honest and urgent.

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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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2. Panic Shack
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4. David Murray
5. Mikaela Davis
6. Isobel Campbell
7. Primitive Ring
8. Los Mirlos

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