In Our Headphones
From independent music station KEXP, In Our Headphones brings you the songs DJs, artists, and others just can't get enough of. Join host Evie Stokes and guests as they introduce you to new music, with added insight into the artists behind the records.
Episodes
KEXP’s Dirk Whitebreast on Indigenous Peoples Day and the Music of Amisut and Hun Lynch
Host Evie Stokes sits down with KEXP DJ Dirk Whitebreast, one of the new hosts of KEXP’s Indigenous music show Sounds of Survivance. The two talk about Dirk’s background in music, his work with Daybreak Star Radio, and KEXP’s Indigenous Peoples Day programming. As a special treat, Dirk also brings in two songs for this episode, one each from Amisut and Hun Lynch. Produced by Dust
Travis Holcombe on SHEE’s Funky House Grooves
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Travis Holcombe, the former KCRW DJ behind his own independent radio station, Freaks Only. This time around, Holcombe shares his love for the artist SHEE and their song “Woman” featuring deadream. The two gush over the song’s blend of house, funk, and exceptional grooves. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by William MyersProduction support: Ser
Travis Holcombe on Ezechiel Pailhes and Curating 24 Hours of Music
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Travis Holcombe, the former KCRW DJ behind his own independent radio station, Freaks Only. The duo bond over their shared history in Los Angeles, the genesis of Freaks Only, and what it’s like for Holcombe to curate 24 hours’ worth of music by himself. Holcombe also shares a new song from Paris-based artist Ezechiel Pailhes, the track’s Brazilian i
John Richards on Boy Deluxe and Running with Dark Wave Music
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with DJ John Richards, host of The Morning Show on KEXP and The Runcast. This time, they dig deeper into The Runcast and one of John’s recent mixes focusing on dark wave and industrial music. The two bond over their love of the genres and why they’re so good for running. John shares one of his favorite recent dark wave tracks, “Energy is Power&rdq
John Richards on The Runcast and the Motivating Power of Michelle David and the True-Tones
Host Evie Stokes sits down with DJ John Richards, host of The Morning Show on KEXP and The Runcast. Evie and John dig into the genesis of The Runcast, why running means so much to John and his listeners, and what to expect from the series. They also discuss John’s on-the-nose song pick, “Running” by Michelle David and the True-Tones. “Running” comes from the album&nbs
Perfume Genius on the Genius of L’Rain
In this special bonus episode, host Evie Stokes sits down with Perfume Genius to talk about a song that he’s obsessed with right now. The two gush over their love of L’Rain, her fearless arrangements, and her sludgy cycle class she used to promote her new album.“soulless cycle” comes from L’Rain’s latest album, fata morgana, out now via Mexican Summer.Perfume Ge
Bandsplain's Yasi Salek on the Insane Sounds of ear
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Yasi Salek, the host of the podcast Bandsplain. The two dig into Salek’s love of IDM and experimental music and the mystery surrounding her latest favorite discovery, the band ear.“They’re really collage artists…it gives me a mystical feeling when I listen to it,” Salek says, describing the group’s music.“Ne Plus Ultr
Bandsplain's Yasi Salek on Why She Loves Badvril
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Yasi Salek, host of the Bandsplain podcast, to talk about what's been playing in her headphones lately. The two chat about their shared love of Madonna and Warpaint, how it feels to be the music-recommending friend in the group, and a new song from San Francisco band Badvril. Salek shares the band's song "Golden" from their new album Lethal, out now via Share It Mus
Carl Newman of The New Pornographers on EXEK’s Psych Grooves
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Carl Newman of The New Pornographers to talk about the music that’s moving him. The two talk about coming across bands late, what it’s like when people “prefer your old albums,” and why Newman loves the Australian sextet EXEK. Newman shares the band’s song “You Have Been Blessed” from their latest album, Prove The Moun
Carl Newman of The New Pornographers on Michael Beach and Melbourne Psych
Photo by Jamie Wdziekonski Host Evie Stokes sits down with Carl Newman of The New Pornographers to talk about the music that’s moving him. The two chat about life on the road and having Michael Beach’s music recommended to him by a collaborator. Newman shares Beach’s connections to the Melbourne psych music scene and why his song “Poison Dart” grabbed him so muc
El Sonido’s Albina Cabrera on Austin TV’s Explosive Post-Rock
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with KEXP DJ and host of the El Sonido: Cancioneros podcast, Albina Cabrera, to talk about the music that’s moving her. Albina also shares more about KEXP’s upcoming Aqui y Ahora programming, a month dedicated to amplifying the contributions, resilience, and music of Latinx, Hispanic, and Latino-identified communities worldwide.This time they talk about
El Sonido’s Albina Cabrera on aLex vs aLex’s Mesmerizing R&
Host Evie Stokes sits down with KEXP DJ and host of the El Sonido: Cancioneros podcast, Albina Cabrera, to talk about the music that’s moving her. Albina also shares more about KEXP’s upcoming Aqui y Ahora programming, a month dedicated to amplifying the contributions, resilience, and music of Latinx, Hispanic, and Latino-identified communities worldwide.Albina’s first selection
Lucha Luna on Tamara Flores’ Empowering Anthem for "Badass Women"
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Seattle duo Lucha Luna to talk about the music that’s moving them. This time, the group shares their mutual love for Tamara Flores’ empowering anthem, “CHINGONA,” and what it means to be a “badass woman.”“To have, like, a chingona energy comes from your ancestors, comes from the people behind you,” Lucha Luna sin
Lucha Luna on the Healing Power of Helado Tropical
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Seattle duo Lucha Luna to talk about the music that’s moving them. First up, the duo talks about their love for Helado Tropical, the collaborative project from Helado Negro’s Roberto Carlos Lange and Reyna Tropical’s Fabi Reyna. The duo talk about opening recently for Helado Tropical and why they love their song “Déjate Caer.”&ld
Arlo Parks on Oscar Farrell’s Beautiful Approach to UK Garage
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Arlo Parks to talk about the music that’s moving her. This time she’s embracing her underground dance influences with a song from London-based artist Oscar Farrell and how dance influence influenced her own recent album, Ambiguous Desire. “There’s something so beautiful about these textures,” Parks says of Farrell’s song &ld
Arlo Parks on the Magic of Chanel Beads
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Arlo Parks to talk about the music that’s moving her. First up, she talks about her admiration for Chanel Beads’ Shane Lavers and how she first fell in love with his music after seeing him live. She shares how much she particularly adores his song, “The Coward Forgets His Nightmare.”“There’s something magical about the way he comb
Packaging on Cindygod’s Godlike Production
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Seattle and Colorado-based band Packaging to talk about the music that’s moving them. This time they’re paying tribute to their peers in the Denver project Cindygod. The two bandmates discuss working with Cindygod on their own music, but also the inspiration they take from their friend and their songwriting/production wizardry. Produced by Du
Packaging on Cutouts’ Insane Goldfrapp Cover
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Seattle and Colorado-based band Packaging to talk about the music that’s moving them. First up, they talk about Nation of Language offshoot band Cutouts and how they completely reimagine Goldfrapp’s 2003 hit and how the song speaks so well to the world as it is today. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima Hea
Genesis Owusu on Mandy, Indiana’s Propulsive Sound
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Ghanaian-Australian rapper Genesis Owusu to talk about the music that’s moving him. Owusu talks about discovering Mandy, Indiana, using their music to practice learning French, and what excites him about the band’s furious sound. “Cursive” comes from Mandy, Indiana’s latest album, URGH, out now on Sacred Bones Records. Produ
Genesis Owusu on Boko Yout’s Chaotic Energy for the Mundane
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Australian rapper Genesis Owusu to talk about the music that’s moving him. Owusu shares his love for Swedish band Boko Yout and the band is able to turn the mundane aspects of life into something sonically chaotic. “9-2-5” comes from the band’s latest album, GUSTO, out now on Hoopdiggas Recordings. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: Wi
Hrishikesh Hirway on Ken Pomeroy’s Perfect Song
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Song Exploder host and musician Hrishikesh Hirway on the music that’s moving him right now. This time Hirway brings a track from singer-songwriter Ken Pomeroy. He describes Pomeroy’s “Wolf in Sheep’s Clothes” as a perfect song and talks about his own collaborations with her. Pomeroy’s Cruel Joke is out now on Rounder Records
Hrishikesh Hirway on the Light and Sweetness of Emily Hines
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Song Exploder host and musician Hrishikesh Hirway on the music that’s moving him right now. Hirway shares a story about the kinship he feels with his Keeled Scales labelmate – and later collaborator – Emily Hines and his love for her song “My Own Way.” The song comes from Hines’ latest album, These Days, out now on Keeled Sca
Snail Mail on Peel Dream Magazine’s Dazzling Dynamics
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Lindsey Jordan of Snail Mail to talk about her love of Peel Dream Magazine. The two discuss how Jordan found the band via recommendation from her friend Soccer Mommy, how their latest album Rose Main Reading Room evokes the feeling of New York, and why the band’s song “Four Leaf Clover” resonates with Jordan so much. Rose Main Reading Room is
Snail Mail on Loving Her Tour Mates Armlock
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Lindsey Jordan of Snail Mail to talk about life on the road touring behind her latest album, Ricochet, and the music that’s moving her right now. The two geek out over Jordan’s tour mates, Armlock, and what it’s like getting to share the stage every night. “Strobe” is the band’s latest single, out now on Run For Cover Records.Prod
Gelli Haha on Experimental Optimism of Nymphlord
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with indie pop sensation Gelli Haha to share music from a fellow Angeleno. The two get into Gelli’s friendship with Tia Rabinovitz, aka Nymphlord, and the band’s off-kilter optimism. “Garden” comes from Nymphlord’s latest album, Shedding Velvet, out now on Lauren Records.Produced by: William Myers and Dusty HenryMastered by: William My
Gelli Haha on the Infectious Sounds of Chinese American Bear
Host Evie Stokes sits down with indie pop sensation Gelli haha to talk about that music that’s moving her. The two dig into the life in Los Angeles, Gelli’s spectacular tour, and why she loves Seattle band Chinese American Bear. Chinese American Bear’s song “No No Yeah Yeah (不不好啊好啊)” comes from their latest album Dim Sun & Then Some, out now on Moshi Moshi Music.P
Mikaela Davis on Hannah Cohen and the Beauty of the Catskills
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with musician Mikaela Davis. This time, they chat about Davis’ love for Hannah Cohen’s music. She reflects on how she and Cohen both live in the Catskills and talks about the magic of the area as well as the making of her own recent album, Graceland Way, out now on Kill Rock Stars. Cohen’s track “Dusty” comes from her 2025 album Earths
Mikaela Davis on the Genius of Melody’s Echo Chamber and Hayao Miyazaki
Host Evie Stokes sits down with musician Mikaela Davis to dig into Melody’s Echo Chamber, a favorite pick for guests on this podcast. Davis talks about her experience listening to Melody’s music – both as a fan as well as appreciating it on a technical level. She also shares some wisdom from anime filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki about what it means to find balance in the world. “B
DJ Jenn on Re-Discovering Underground Post Punk Icon Anne Clark
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Sonic Reducer co-host DJ Jenn to dig deeper into the depths of punk. This time Jenn brings a new remix from the recent reissue of post-punk icon Anne Clark’s 1984 album Our Darkness. Jenn talks about her love of finding new “old music,” Anne Clark’s legacy, and why her music still resonates so much today. Produced by Dusty HenryMa
DJ Jenn on the Fiery Heat of Australia’s Station Model Violence
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Sonic Reducer co-host DJ Jenn. Jenn braves the daylight hours to sit down with Evie to talk about all things punk and her recent discovery of the Australian band Station Model Violence. She shares the song “Heat” from the band’s 2026 self-titled debut album, out now on Static Shock Records. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProductio
DJ Kevin Sur on Youth Rock Band War Pigs and Their Anti-Fascist Anthem
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with DJ Kevin Sur, host of KEXP’s Sounds of Survivance. This time, he brings in a new track from the L.A. duo (plus their dad) War Pigs. The band is fronted by two kids, a third-grader and a seventh-grader. Evie and Kevin dig into how much the duo rips, their coolness at such a young age, and finding hope for the future in the next generation. War Pigs’
DJ Kevin Sur on the Powerful Unpredictability of UK Band Modern Woman
Host Evie Stokes sits down with DJ Kevin Sur, host of KEXP’s Sounds of Survivance. Kevin brings in a new song from the UK Band Modern Woman and shares how the song's unpredictability and tension stopped him in his tracks. “Dashboard Mary” comes from Modern Woman’s latest album, Johnny’s Dream World, out now on One Little Independent Records. Produced by Dusty He
Ripley Johnson on the Jazz Magic of The MerKaBa Brotherhood
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Ripley Johnson of Wooden Shjips, The Rose City Band, and Moon Duo. This time he brings some new music from his hometown of Portland with the psychedelic jazz of The MerKaBa Brotherhood. Evie and Ripley talk about their love of jazz, listening to music on the road, and what inspires him about music he couldn’t imagine playing himself. “Obelisks (Sun
Ripley Johnson on the Trippy Sounds of BCMC
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Ripley Johnson, the musician and songwriter known for his work in Wooden Shjips, The Rose City Band, and Moon Duo. He brings in a song from Chicago duo BCMC and talks about the intricacies of the band’s process and their analog recording methods. “Kaleidosmoke” is from the band’s forthcoming album, Stash, out June 26 via Drag City. Produced b
Faerie Born on Magical Sprites and Deadbeat Beat’s “Peach Sprite”
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Bree McKenna and Robin Edwards of Seattle duo Faerie Born, a band themed around Sarah J. Maas’ popular A Court of Throne and Roses romantasy series. This time the group shares a new track from Detroit’s Deadbeat Beat which, it turns out, is about the soda Sprite and not magical sprites. The song comes from the band’s recent album From Here to
Faerie Born on ACOTAR and the Gorgeous Sounds of Julianna Barwick & Mary Lattimore
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Bree and Robin of Seattle duo Faerie Born. The group takes inspiration from Sarah J. Maas’ wildly popular romantasy book series A Court of Thorns and Roses. The three chat about their mutual love of the books, playing fantasy conventions, and their debut album Morally Grey. They also share a song from Julianna Barwick & Mary Lattimore, the stunning “
KEXP DJ Greg Vandy on the Beautiful Mystery of Mia Wilson
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with KEXP DJ Greg Vandy, host of our Sunday morning roots radio show The Roadhouse. The two talk about a new track from Los Angeles-based songwriter Mia Wilson. The two talk about the magic of finding music without any context and the wondrous beauty of Wilson’s 70s California sound. Wilson’s self-titled debut is out now on Royal Oakie Records.Produced
KEXP DJ Greg Vandy on the Adventurous Spirit of Sonny & The Sunsets
Host Evie Stokes sits down with KEXP DJ Greg Vandy, host of our Sunday morning roots radio show The Roadhouse. Greg talk about his earliest days getting into KEXP with a cassette demo and his love for Bay Area group Sonny & The Sunsets. He talks about the band’s adventurous spirit, including writing whole albums for fictional bands and their most recent album recorded in Senegal with Sen
Seattle Band Black Whales on Deary’s Dreaminess
DJ Larry Mizell Jr. fills in for Evie Stokes this week to sit down with Seattle band Black Whales. The duo talk about their love of dreamy music, raiding their dad’s record collections, and how it led them to falling in love with music like London group Deary. Deary’s “Seabird” comes from their 2026 album, Birding, out now via Bella Union.Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by:
Seattle Band Black Whales on Overcoming Health Struggles and Luke Temple’s Songwriting Genius
DJ Larry Mizell Jr. fills in for Evie Stokes this week to sit down with Seattle band Black Whales. The group recently put out their first album in 11 years, A Guide To Photographing The Sun. Singer Alex Robert details coming back from a serious health episode and finding solace in music. They also share a song from Luke Temple and gush about his songwriting prowess. Temple’s “Echo Park
Kassa Overall on Marquis Hill and Jazz “Having a Moment”
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with jazz musician Kassa Overall. Kassa talks about his time in the jazz scenes between Seattle and New York and some of the great talents working today. This time he brings in “Sweet Surrender” by Marquis Hill and talks about the idea of “jazz having a moment” and how he interprets that idea. “Sweet Surrender” comes from Marquis
Kassa Overall on Jazz, Hip-Hop and LA Rapper My Favorite Color
Host Evie Stokes sits down with Seattle (and New York) based jazz musician Kassa Overall. Kassa talks about falling in love with jazz and hip-hop and how he finds the common ground between both genres on his latest album CREAM. He also shares a song from LA rapper My Favorite Color and music that passes the car and home stereo test. “Sis” comes from My Favorite Color’s 2025 album
KEXP DJ Sharlese on World Goth Day and Oakland Post-Punks Sympathy Flowers
Host Evie Stokes sits down with DJ Sharlese from Mechanical Breakdown on the eve of World Goth Day. Sharlese digs into what the idea of goth means to her. She also brings in a new song from Bay Area post punk group Sympathy Flowers and their song “Sworn to Silence.” The song comes from the bands 2025 album Dreams of Lurking Fear, out now on Cellofame Records.Produced by Dusty HenryMast
KEXP DJ Sharlese on Dutch Darkwave Band Desinteresse
Host Evie Stokes sits down with DJ Sharlese from Mechanical Breakdown to talk all things dark wave, synth, and “wavy” music. Sharlese brings in a fresh find from the Netherlands – Dutch band Desinteresse. She shares their song “Zwart Wit” from their 2025 album, Onschuld, out now via Fabrika Records. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction sup
Seattle Band Plash on Totorro’s Mesmerizing Math Rock
Host Evie Stokes sits down again with Seattle band Plash to get nerdy about some of their favorite math rock. This time the band brings in a song from the band Totorro (no, not the Ghibli character) and their song “Matthew’s Bridge.” The band talks about being labeled a “math rock” band themselves and talk about the future of the group. “Matthew’s Bridge&r
Seattle Band Plash on Carlos Giffoni’s Amazing Ambiance
Host Evie Stokes sits down with emerging Seattle math rock band Plash to talk about their latest album i live alone and the music that inspires them. The band talks about their origins in the Seattle scene, playing drums with coathangers, and their method of writing in both English and Korean. They share “Dermis,” a beautiful expansive song by Carlos Giffoni featuring Mabbe Fratti. The
Chinese American Bear on Their Love of Breakbeats and Melody’s Echo Chamber
This week Larry Mizell Jr. fills in for host Evie Stokes to talk with Seattle band Chinese American Bear. The duo bonds with Larry about their mutual love of breakbeats with shoegaze guitars. All perfectly embodied in their song choice this week, Melody’s Echo Chamber’s song with El Michels Affair, “Daisy,” from her 2025 album Unclouded – out now on Domino Records.Pro
Chinese American Bear on the Brilliance of Bleachers
This week Larry Mizell Jr. fills in for host Evie Stokes to talk with Seattle band Chinese American Bear. The three get into the husband and wife duo’s origins, embracing pop, and writing songs in two languages. They also share a recent favorite of there’s, the song “you and forever” by Bleachers” and dig into the brilliance of Jack Antonoff.Produced by Dusty HenryMas
Songwriter Liz Cooper on the Fiery Sounds of Robber Robber
Host Evie Stokes talks with songwriter Liz Cooper. The two dig more into the creation of Cooper’s latest album, New Day, and the life of a touring musicians. They also dig into Cooper’s bandmates band Robber Robber. Cooper shares “The Sound it Made” from Robber Robber’s latest album Two Wheels Move the Soul, out now via Fire Talk Records. Produced by D
Songwriter Liz Cooper on Getting Inspiration from New York Rapper Salimata
Host Evie Stokes talks with songwriter Liz Cooper. The two dig into life on the road, Cooper’s latest album New Day, and the music that’s moving her right now. Cooper shares one of her favorite new discoveries, New York-based rapper Salimata, and shares her song “Cake Up.” The song comes from Salimata’s 2025 album, The Happening, out now via 10k. Produced by
KEXP Video Producer on the Viral Angine de Poitrine Performance
Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP video producer Carlos Cruz to get more stories from the video team’s time in Rennes, France at Trans Musicales. This time they’re talking about the now famous session with Quebec-based micro-tonal masked math rock group Angine de Poitrine. Carlos talks about editing the band’s session, the experience seeing it live, and what the video crew ge
KEXP Video Producer Carlos Cruz on Photons’ Blistering House Music
Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP video producer Carlos Cruz to get the inside scoop of what it’s like to work with our Live on KEXP sessions. Carlos reflects on KEXP’s recent trip to film sessions in Rennes, France for the Trans Musicales Festival. He shares a song from one of his favorite performances this last year, “Premières lueurs” by the French band Photons.&nb
KEXP DJ Dr. West on The Rapid-Fire Punk of Citric Dummies
Host Evie Stokes talks again with Dr. West, one of the rotating hosts on KEXP’s punk show Sonic Reducer. Evie gets the good doctor talk about his newfound appreciation for pop music and digs into the efficiency of punk music. The two talk about Citric Dummies’ blazing “I Dropped Out of Punk” and the band’s tongue-in-cheek nods to Turnstile. “I Dropped Out of Pun
KEXP DJ Dr. West on the Power of New York Punks HARAM
Host Evie Stokes talks with Dr. West, one of the rotating hosts on KEXP’s punk show Sonic Reducer. The two discuss the origins of Sonic Reducer, the greatness of punk labels, and talk about one of Dr. West’s favorite new punk bands, HARAM. “Until the Last Breath – ل آخر نفس” comes from HARAM’s 2025 album ليش الجنة بيتبلش في الجهنم؟ Why
Seattle’s Sea Lemon on the Brilliance of Arlo Parks
Host Evie Stokes talks with Natalie Lew of Seattle dream-pop group Sea Lemon. The two talk about Lew’s experience opening for Death Cab for Cutie and lessons she took from touring. She also testifies her love for Arlo Parks and her “sad house” sound. “2SIDED” is from Arlo Parks’ latest album, Ambiguous Desire, out now via Transgressive Records.Produced by Dusty
Seattle’s Sea Lemon on Getting Inspiration from Mini Trees
Host Evie Stokes talks with Natalie Lew of Seattle dream-pop group Sea Lemon. The two get into the best fish and chips in Seattle, Enya, and reading. Lew also shares the song “On Repeat” from Mini Trees, an artist Lew cites as inspiring her to pursue music. “On Repeat” is from Mini Trees from the 2025 album Slow It Down, out now.Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William M
Seattle Band Linda From Work Give Love to Fellow Local Act Bloqueador Solar
Host Evie Stokes talks with Seattle band Linda From Work and dig into the Seattle local scene. They talk about their mutual love for Ulises Mariscal, the artist behind Bloqueador Solar, what makes this scene special, and more. Bloqueador Solar’s single “Coming Back Home” is out now. Produced and Mastered by: William MyersProduction support: Serafima Healy Listen to the full songs
Seattle Band Linda From Work on the Magic of Dutch Band Yin Yin
Host Evie Stokes talks with Seattle band Linda From Work about their current obsession, the Dutch band Yin Yin. Evie and the band also dig into the origins of their name, recording studio practices, and “climbing the corporate ladder.” Yin Yin’s “Elma” comes from their 2026 album Yatta!, out now on Glitterbeat Records. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William Myers
Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien on Grief and the Power of Samora Pinderhughes
On a special episode of In Our Headphones, host Evie Stokes talks with Ed O’Brien of Radiohead about one of the songs that inspired him while working on his upcoming new solo album, Blue Morpho, out May 22 via Transgressive Records. The two talk about Samoa Pinderhughes’ track “Grief,” his pandemic routines, and how the song guided him through a difficult time. The song com
Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien Discusses His New Solo Album and Shares “Blue Morpho”
On a special episode of In Our Headphones, host Evie Stokes talks with Ed O’Brien of Radiohead about his upcoming solo album Blue Morpho. The two chat about mental health, finding healing in nature, and the joy O’Brien felt reuniting with his Radiohead brothers during their recent concerts. O’Brien also shares the title track and first single from Blue Morpho, out May 22 via Tran
KEXP DJ Miss Ashley on the Mysterious Project Girls of the Internet
Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Miss Ashley about one of her longtime favorites Girls of the Internet. Ashley shares some of her history tracking the group from their earliest recordings and how they honor the last 50 years of dance music in their own recordings. Ashley shares the song “You’ll Come Around” from their 2025 album Secular Music, Vol. 1, out now via House of the
KEXP DJ Miss Ashley on Captain Planet’s Incredible Grooves
Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Miss Ashley about their mutual love for L.A. producer Captain Planet. With their powers combined, Evie and Ashley discuss their shared love of house music, the need for incredible grooves in trying times, and Captain Planet’s track “Need to Move.” The song appears on Captain Planet’s 2025 album DIG, out now via Bastard Jazz Recordings.Pro
Emi Pop on Portland’s La Isla Electronica and the Magic of the Northwest
Host Evie Stokes talks with Seattle based duo Emi Pop about the Portland band La Isla Electronica. They talk about discovering the band, playing shows together and the magic of the Pacific Northwest music scene. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by William MyersProduction support by Serafima Healy Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on Spotify or the “What's In Our
Emi Pop on Puerto Rican power trio: Desahuciados
Host Evie Stokes talks with Seattle based duo Emi Pop about the Puerto Rican power trio, Desahuciados, and their song, "Fomes Peccati". They share about their beginnings in music, and what it was like coming of age in the Puerto Rican punk scene. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by William MyersProduction support by Serafima Healy Listen to the full songs on KEXP's "In Our Headphones" playlist on S
KEXP DJ Yaddy on the Genius of Stas THEE Boss
Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Yaddy about her Street Sounds co-host and Seattle hip-hop innovator, Stas THEE Boss. Yaddy shares insights into Stas’ creative genius and what it’s like to watch her craft beats in real time. We also get an exclusive first listen to an unreleased Stas THEE Boss track titled “Batter.” Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by William MyersProduct
KEXP DJ Yaddy on the Magic of Seattle Rapper Oblé Reed
Host Evie Stokes talks with KEXP DJ Yaddy about one of her favorite Seattle artists, Oblé Reed. The two discuss the Seattle music scene, what to expect on her radio show Street Sounds, and offer beautiful insights into the message of Reed’s 2025 song “Tears,” relayed directly to Yaddy from Reed himself. Produced by Dusty HenryMastered by: William MyersProduction support: S
KEXP DJ Kevin Cole on Eurosonic and the Slow Burn of Gaia Banfi
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: W
KEXP DJ Kevin Cole on Eurosonic and the Greatness of Della
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
KEXP DJ Atticus on Twen’s Everlasting DIY Spirit
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
KEXP DJ Atticus on Chalk and Belfast’s Electronic Music Scene
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
KEXP DJ Jewel on DOOM GONG’s Denim Psych
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 H
KEXP DJ Jewel on Velvet Meadow’s AI Diss Track
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 &
KEXP DJ Chilly on Trhä’s Fantastical Black Metal
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 MyersP
KEXP DJ Chilly on Seattle Heavy Metal Band TURIAN
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
KEXP DJ Reeves on Euphoria Again & Dogwood Tales
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 KEX
KEXP DJ Reeves on Croatia’s Speedclaw
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
KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley on upcoming 2026 releases
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
KEXP Music Director Chris Sanley on Hemi Hemingway
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
Travis Thompson on Seattle's Lazā
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” pl
Travis Thompson on rising rapper Oblé
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 &ldq
