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"I think it's dark and it looks like it's rain, you said... And the wind is blowing like it's the end of the world, you said..."

The album Neon Bible was shaped by Win Butler’s childhood nightmares – and his realization that they were becoming a reality. - bit.ly

Win Butler called Seattle “a sacred music town” at the band's 2017 show in Seattle. - bit.ly You are not alone. This music community would be nothing without you and your support. Keep this community alive and thriving by calling now 206-903-5397 or 866-903-5397!

See a 2013 in-studio performance by Foals at KEXP: www.youtube.com

In 2003, The Edge inducted The Clash into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In his speech, he said, "There is no doubt in my mind that "Sunday Bloody Sunday" wouldn't - and couldn't - have been written if not for The Clash." -bit.ly

"You cannot go against nature. Because when you do... go against nature, that's part of nature too!" There's no new tale to tell, it's time for you to call and donate to KEXP today: 206-903-5397 or 866-903-5397 www.kexp.org

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Here is ODESZA performing "Higher Ground (feat. Naomi Wild)" live in the KEXP studio in 2017: www.youtube.com

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Here are HÆLOS performing "Pray" live in the KEXP studio back in 2016: www.youtube.com KEXP's live in-studio performances happen because of donors like you! Call 206-903-5397 to donate

In a statement about the track, Chromatics singer Ruth Radelet said this is, “a song about trying to forget someone you’re still in love with even though they treat you like an object.” italiansdoitbetter.com

"Every band should study Queen at Live Aid," Dave Grohl said of this Live Aid performance. "If you really feel like that barrier is gone, you become Freddie Mercury. I consider him the greatest frontman of all time." - bit.ly

"This is our chance, this is our lives... This is our planet we're standing on... Use your choice, use your voice... You can save our tomorrows now..."

Prince covers Radiohead! In 2008, Prince stunned the crowd at Coachella with a sultry cover of Radiohead's "Creep." A bootleg recording was shared online, but removed at Prince's request. After being informed of the situation in an interview, Yorke said: "Well, tell him to unblock it. It's our song." - time.com

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"Sometimes I feel like saying 'Lord I just don't care' / But you've got the love I need To see me through..." - florenceandthemachine.net

Are you singing along? Karen O told The Guardian that she is thrilled that this song has become a karaoke favorite: "When people sing karaoke, there's a genuine emotional connection and passion," she said. - bit.ly

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The song that rhymes "someone to straddle" with "Seattle"! thehottoddies.bandcamp.com

Washington, D.C. band that formed in 1981 and broke up shortly after the release of this album in 1993.

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