Podcast
In Our Headphones
Hosted by KEXP · EN
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.
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KEXP DJ Miss Ashley on Captain Planet’s Incredible Grooves
Mar 1700:09:01Tap to summarizeHost 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.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 headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Emi Pop on Portland’s La Isla Electronica and the Magic of the Northwest
Mar 1200:06:33Tap to summarizeHost 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 Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org. Photo credit: Samia BradleySupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Emi Pop on Puerto Rican power trio: Desahuciados
Mar 1000:08:00Tap to summarizeHost 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 Spotify or the “What's In Our Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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KEXP DJ Yaddy on the Genius of Stas THEE Boss
Mar 500:07:10Tap to summarizeHost 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 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 Headphones” playlist on YouTube. Support the podcast: kexp.org/headphonesContact us at headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mar 300:06:43Tap to summarizeHost 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: 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 headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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KEXP DJ Kevin Cole on Eurosonic and the Slow Burn of Gaia Banfi
Feb 2600:06:26Tap to summarizeHost 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 headphones@kexp.org. Photo credit: Siese Veenstra FotografieSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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KEXP DJ Kevin Cole on Eurosonic and the Greatness of Della
Feb 2400:07:39Tap to summarizeHost 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 headphones@kexp.org. Photo credit: Shots by ShaliSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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KEXP DJ Atticus on Twen’s Everlasting DIY Spirit
Feb 1900:08:08Tap to summarizeHost 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 headphones@kexp.org Photo Credit: Meg LockettSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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KEXP DJ Atticus on Chalk and Belfast’s Electronic Music Scene
Feb 1700:06:48Tap to summarizeHost 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 headphones@kexp.org. Photo credit: Patricia RosinganaSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A message from In Our Headphones
Mar 24, 202500:00:21Tap to summarizeWe’ll be back in May with a brand new format! Hosted by Evie Stokes. Produced by Lilly Ana Fowler. Mastered by: William MyersEditorial director: Larry Mizell Jr. 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 headphones@kexp.org.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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