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Live on KEXP

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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.ORG and AXEAN present Live on KEXP in Bali with Yellow Fang performing at Locca Sea House.Recorded August 28, 2026

Songs:

Morning 00:44

I Don't Know 04:25

If Only 09:13

Athithan 13:52

Day To Dark 19:22

Unreal 23:04

Pimporn Metchanun - Vocal,... more

KEXP.ORG and AXEAN present Live on KEXP in Bali with motifs performing at Locca Sea House.Recorded August 28, 2026

Songs:

Aug 16 00:46

hourglass 04:48

summersad 09:06

remember a stranger 14:59

Maybe In Another Dream 19:31

Elspeth Ong - Vocals, Gu... more

KEXP.ORG and LAIKA present Wildwood Sessions live on KEXP. Recorded September 11, 2026.

Songs:

Colin Meloy - I Want To Be Lost

Ringdown - The Hill

quickly, quickly - That's Enough For Me

Omari Jazz, Bocha, Donte Thomas - Nature In Me

Colin Meloy ... more

KEXP and AXEAN present Live on KEXP in Bali with The Panturas performing at Locca Sea House. Recorded August 27, 2026.

Khodam Buntut Lutung

Soma Gospel

Fisherman Slut

Tafsir Mistik

Bentang Sagara

Abyan Zaki - Guitar, Vocal

Rizal Taufik - Guitar

S... more

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Abyan Zaki
Guitarist and vocalist for The Panturas
The Panturas
Episode: The Panturas (Live on KEXP)
Surya Fikri Asshidiq
Drummer for The Panturas
The Panturas
Episode: The Panturas (Live on KEXP)
Bagus Patria
Bassist for The Panturas
The Panturas
Episode: The Panturas (Live on KEXP)
Panji Wisnu
Keyboardist and additional player for The Panturas
The Panturas
Episode: The Panturas (Live on KEXP)
Rizal Taufik
Guitarist for The Panturas
The Panturas
Episode: The Panturas (Live on KEXP)
Agatha Tito Yohansah
Drummer for Numeron
Numeron
Episode: Numeron (Live on KEXP)
Luthfi Anshori
Vocalist for Numeron
Numeron
Episode: Numeron (Live on KEXP)
Fatkurohhim Septianto
Bassist for Numeron
Numeron
Episode: Numeron (Live on KEXP)
Galih Prayogi
Guitarist for Numeron
Numeron
Episode: Numeron (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
    Germany9 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 Zealand9 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.

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Apple Podcasts
#214
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#72
Argentina/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#77
Spain/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#137
Chile/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#210
Russia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#210
Sweden/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Altin Gün (Live on KEXP)
Q: How did you approach wanting to give this your own sound while also paying tribute to music that was so meaningful for you?
Jasper Verhulst says the band tried many songs in rehearsal and chose ones that fit Altın Gün while preserving the originals.
Altin Gün (Live on KEXP)
Q: What can you tell me about this artist, his musical legacy, and what gave you the desire to showcase this music?
Erdinç Ecevit says Neşet Ertaş's music was played in his family home, and his father, a bağlama player, inspired him to start playing.
The Sword (Live on KEXP)
Q: Is “Necron 99” going to be part of a newer album, and are you guys still writing music?
Cronise says most of the new music is written and the band expects to record the following month. “Necron 99” is an old song that predates the band.
The Sword (Live on KEXP)
Q: Do you want to talk a little bit about where The Sword has come from, what you guys are about, and where you're going?
JD Cronise says the band aimed to be able to play anything and has continually evolved; the early swords-and-sorcery and science-fiction material represents one era.
Death Cab For Cutie (Live on KEXP)
Q: What can you tell me about this record?
Gibbard says he wrote from his experience of divorce, drawing on universal themes of loss, longing, and grief in the hope that listeners would recognize similar feelings.

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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. Surya Fikri Asshidiq
3. Bagus Patria
4. Panji Wisnu
5. Rizal Taufik
6. Agatha Tito Yohansah
7. Luthfi Anshori
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