John Richards

Released on this day, 26-years ago. Kill Rock Stars co-founder Slim Moon said: "I've always felt like this record is underappreciated. A lot of people overlook Elliott's first two records—they think of them as a prelude to the bigger albums that followed—but when you go back, you discover they're really great. This is Elliott's most fragile and delicate music, and we wanted to honor that with a special and beautiful package."

Leon Bridges has a massive US tour planned, but no Seattle shows have been announced yet. Yet. www.leonbridges.com

The cover art for the album was shot in Hollywood Township, Carver County, Minnesota by British photographer Andrew Catlin. As of the census of 2000, there were 1,102 people, 371 households, and 307 families residing in the township. Coordinates: 44°55′53″N 93°56′44″W

"I believe that ecstasy happens when we all get together," sings Strand of Oaks' lead singer, songwriter and guitarist Tim Showalter. "Standing right in front of me, feeding off the energy together / Looking for identity, freaking out a little bit together." This new song from Strand of Oaks is perfect for this moment when live concerts are opening up. and fans are gathering: www.npr.org

Long-time KEXP fave Courtney Barnett has announced her third album, titled Things Take Time, Take Time, out November 12th on Mom+Pop Music / Marathon Artists. Courtney will be stopping by Seattle on Tuesday, December 14th with Bartees Strange at the Paramount. Read more and find the tour dates on KEXP: www.kexp.org

Of this collaboration, Van Etten said in a press release: “Even though we weren’t super close, I always felt supported by Angel and considered her a peer in this weird world of touring. We highway high-fived many times along the way…. I finally got the courage in June of 2020 to reach out to see if she would want to sing together. I got greedy and quickly sent her a track I had been working on.” bit.ly

TORRES, who is FIRING ON ALL CYLANDERS, will return to Seattle for a live set at Tractor Tavern on September 27th. Buy tickets here: bit.ly Bethany, listening in CT Hi John - Loved that set! I'm going to see Torres in August, my first return to live music! She's playing 20 minutes from my home, I couldn't resist. Thanks for the music and have a great morning!

Pitchfork: I love how this song captures the awkward physicality of being a teenager. What were you like in those years? Lucy: I was pretty obedient, and I loved God a lot. I was always trying to get to the deepest depth of everything. I would challenge strangers to staring contests and blow bubbles in the hallway of my high school. It was, like, quirky girl shit. That said, I was dissociating a lot. I would randomly fall asleep when I was stressed out. One time, I just shut down completely and took a nap on the sidewalk, in the sun. I had enough drama that I learned things and had enough nice things—and enough hurtful things—that I’ve become someone I mostly understand. I don’t think I could have said that a couple of years ago. pitchfork.com

You were a cold crush, I was a heartbreak junky Now you're a mother, and I'm a flashback son Yeah, I'm a wasteland, you've got all your milk and honey And back then, I swore you were the only one

As requested via Instagram this morning. You should join us there most mornings at 6:45. www.instagram.com -- John Lennon wrote this song for Timothy Leary's campaign for governor of California against Ronald Reagan. The campaign’s slogan was “Come Together,” a reference to the I Ching as well as an invitation to join Leary’s political party and Lennon thought that was a pretty good place to start. Paul McCartney said that Lennon’s initial version of the song was initially much faster and that it shared multiple similarities to Chuck Berry's “You Can't Catch Me.” The bassist says that he suggested slowing the song down and making it a little more funky. groovyhistory.com

Good morning John! It's a morning faithfuls anniversary! My husband Russell and I are celebrating our wedding anniversary today. My request and my always song to him is Golden Brown by the Stranglers. Like many, We too have had a tough year with many difficult obstacles to conquer. I hope this song can bring a smile and lift the head a bit higher. He is deserving of that and I love him dearly. Christine

Good morning John! It's a morning faithfuls anniversary! My husband Russell and I are celebrating our wedding anniversary today. My request and my always song to him is Golden Brown by the Stranglers. Like many, We too have had a tough year with many difficult obstacles to conquer. I hope this song can bring a smile and lift the head a bit higher. He is deserving of that and I love him dearly. Christine

This was the first 7" single I ever bought (along with The Passions' "I'm In Love With A German Film Star") Did I mention that I love KEXP? Happy Thursday (I also refuse to believe it is Wednesday) -Mark == John Reis is the main fellow behind Rocket from the Crypt. Prior to this he was the guitarist in the post-hardcore band Pitchfork, and also played in Drive Like Jehu during the early 1990s. In 1999 he formed the Hot Snakes, and in 2000 also formed the Sultans, in which (as Slasher) he sang and originally played bass before switching to rhythm guitar. He's also an incredible visual artist. www.pinterest.com

Mmm, this feels like a John 90's mixtape of pure gold. -- The internet says this song is in the key of D Major and is 92 BPM. Huh.

Frontman Joe Talbot explained "We wanted to make the sound of our own hearts’ marching band, armed with a jack hammer and a smile. We wanted to make the sound of our engine starting. So we did. Thank you." Here is IDLES Live on KEXP at Home bit.ly

Released on this day, um, oy, 29-years ago. One more year to get it together, man.

John- Heard you play Chaise Longue yesterday and I can't get it out of my head, and can't stop listening to it. It's perfect. Can you play it??? THANKS!!! Jon == www.wetlegband.com The Isle of Wight duo of Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers debut single is deadpan, cheeky and slightly salacious post-punk that is very much doing its own thing with distant relatives like the newly rediscovered Delta 5 and Au pairs from way back in the punk rock wars or the wonderful Dry Cleaning in these modern times. louderthanwar.com

Mmm, new wave. To quote Johnny Slash from 80s sitcom Square Pegs, it's totally different head. Totally. Oh look, the internet has an episode of the show. www.youtube.com

For Mary at Mercer Island Veterinary Clinic -- Singer Neil Tennant has said that he wrote the lyrics purging his emotions in a moment of frustration and anger, but it wasn't something serious: "People took it really seriously; the song was written in about 15 minutes, and was intended as a camp joke and it wasn’t something I consciously took very seriously."

Nation of Language are playing a 21+ show at The Crocodile in Seattle on October 14; get tickets: www.nationoflanguage.com

"I am so honored and excited to be a part of the iconic legacy of this song and album. Thank you @ladygaga for askin me and Happy Pride y'all !!" the Canadian masked country musician tweeted.

Cover of the 1988 hit song from When in Rome that appears on Simpson's second album 'Metamodern Sounds in Country Music'

English indie folk trio Daughter's take on this Daft Punk classic.

Produced by Dan Auerbach, John selected the title song as a free KEXP Song of the Day: www.kexp.org

In April, South London singer/songwriter/producer Sophie Nicole Ellison – a.k.a Hussy – release her new single ‘I Tried.’ Her debut EP is due later this year. -- She says of the song," “I feel like people will instantly think this is a love song but it’s actually not. This song is more me standing up for myself and who I am and maintaining that through adversity. I wrote this pretty instantaneously in the moment so it definitely has a dramatic take it or leave it sentiment..."

Checkout this AMAZING conversation between Garbage singer Shirley Manson and KEXP's Emily Fox. www.kexp.org

Thanks for the idea, Brad! == The 7" version also includes a long creaking sound of a door closing at the beginning, which originated from the music video shot for the song by director Tim Pope, which features the band trapped in a wardrobe falling off a cliff into the English Channel. Robert Smith said of making the video: "It was the most uncomfortable 12 hours that I've ever spent. He [Tim Pope] ended up dropping the wardrobe - with us still in it - into a huge tank filled with 1000 gallons of water. Watching it you'd think is was fun, but all I could think about was dying a slow, painful death". -- youtu.be

Good morning! It's Jodi. It's my birthday!! Would you play Birthday by Bjork, please? -- HAPPY JODI DAY! EVERYONE MAKE SURE YOU SAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO JODI TODAY WHEN YOU SEE JODI AT THE JODI STORE.

Good morning John, Your set of music this morning almost afternoon here in ny has been such a nice journey so far. Can you please play anything by Sinead O’Conner, I had tickets to see her at city winery last April so we know how that went. Thanks man, have a great day. Matthew == From the Irish singers second album, the song "I Am Stretched on Your Grave" was taken from an anonymous 17th-century poem titled "Táim sínte ar do thuama". The album was nominated for four Grammy Awards in 1991, including Record of the Year, Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. Watch her perform this song live at a 1990 Brussels concert: youtu.be

Good morning John! The other day Larry Mizell played an amazing mashup of This Year/Space Jam Theme and it really lifted my spirits. If you could find the time to play it today it would make me so so happy. Thanks ❤️ - Halie, Seattle