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#94 Good morning and happy Friday. Today is the last day of KEXP's Fall Fundraising Drive, your last day to contribute during the drive, your last opportunity to support John Richards and The Morning Show. Donate now: www.kexp.org/donate or call 1-866-903-5397 or 206-903-5397
#93 "All I want is the best for our lives, my dear...." KEXP provides the music that illuminates, informs, inspires all of our lives: 1-866-903-5397
#92 On the KEXP blog, you can discover the broad world of music, such as this account of Sigur Ros at Sasquatch, 2013: http://blog.kexp.org/2013/05/26/sasquatch-2013-day-two-sigur-ros-the-xx-bloc-party-more/ Your support enables KEXP to provide this kind of information: www.kexp.org/donate or 1-866-903-5397
#91 When you phone in this morning, you will have the opportunity to win John's favorite 10 CD's from the entire countdown: 1-866-903-5397 or 206-903-5397
#90 What an eclectic mix of music has already been played this morning. KEXP allows and encourages independent programming by its DJs (music curators). You can keep the music that matters going with your financial support: www.kexp.org/donate
#89 Every Monday through Friday, KEXP gives you a free song of the Day as part of our podcast subscription. Here's The Hold Steady's "Hurricane J": blog.kexp.org Keep opportunities like this alive by making your contribution now: 1-866-903-5397 or 206-903-5397
#88 "I belong with you, you belong with me...." Just by listening, you're part of a wonderful, passionate community. Go the next step and affirm your membership in that community when you financially support KEXP, sweetheart: www.kexp.org/donate or call 1-866-903-5397 or 206-903-5397
#87 PJ Harvey, talking about "Let England Shake" says, "I feel things deeply; I get angry": www.theguardian.com Only at KEXP do listeners get exposed to provocative ideas and music. Call 1-866-903-5397 or 206-903-5397 today.
#86 Did you know that The Black Keys sponsored the very successful West Akron Baseball League Orioles? The KEXP blog keeps listeners informed about the latest music news: http://blog.kexp.org/2013/07/09/tuesday-music-news-73/ You'll read the blog with heightened interest after you become a donor: www.kexp.org/donate
#85 The National, playing a sold-out Seattle show tonight, is another band that KEXP helped bring to prominence. Support the station that helps musicians flourish: 1-866-903-5397 or 206-903-5397
#84 Supporting local musicians, such as Portland's The Decemberists, is part of KEXP's mission. Feel connected to the music in a new and powerful way when you contribute to KEXP: www.kexp.org/donate
#83 Don't delay. While your hand is poised over your keyboard, make a donation to KEXP and feel good about it the rest of the year: www.kexp.org/donate
#82 When you call our lovely volunteers this morning, you have the opportunity to win John's favorite 10 CD's from the countdown: 1-866-903-5397 or 206-903-5397
Ahhh...the Friday song. Children absolutely love this "song that cut a smile across your face for life." Because its playlist is not dictated from "corporate headquarters" somewhere, KEXP can play novel and interesting music in response to its listeners. Become an active part of the KEXP community: www.kexp.org/donate
Empire of the Sun is performing at the Paramount Theatre on Wednesday, October 23, 2013. KEXP keeps you up-to-date on important local performances. Call 206-903-5397 to show your commitment to KEXP.
Not only is it time to dance, it's time to show your support for The Morning Show by becoming a contributor to KEXP. Donate online at www.kexp.org/donate or call our phone volunteers at 1-866-903-5397 or 206-903-5397
#80 Get your name on the "Wall of Fame" and know that you've done a good work by donating to KEXP: www.kexp.org/donate
#78 The Head and the Heart's "Shake," from their new release "Let's Be Still," is yours for free right now. Download it here: blog.kexp.org and show your commitment to KEXP by calling 1-866-903-5397 to donate.
#77 You'll be "lit up" with joy and pride when you think of yourself as a supporting member of the KEXP community: 1-866-903-5397 or 206-903-5397
#75 You will listen to this music with increased delight when you become a KEXP contributor: www.kexp.org/donate You'll be supporting projects like The Little Big Show, a benefit to help the arts stay alive for young people. Jim James performed for KEXP at this benefit recently: http://blog.kexp.org/2013/05/17/live-review-little-big-show-6-w-jim-james-5152013/
#74 Neko Case has performed live in a special concert for KEXP VIP Club members. Contribute at the $500 or more level and receive invitations to intimate concerts with artists like Neko Case: 206-903-5397
#73 KEXP has a long history of playing Icelandic artist Bjork. This station allows listeners to experience the whole catalog of artists' works. Listen to a KEXP documentary about Bjork: blog.kexp.org and contribute to KEXP today.
#72 KEXP facilitates the process of discovery for listeners by providing album reviews like this one for "...Like Clockwork":http://blog.kexp.org/2013/06/09/album-review-queens-of-the-stone-age-like-clockwork/ You will love the experience of being a KEXP donor: www.kexp.org/donate
#71 The KEXP Blog has video of James Mercer of the Shins performing in the KEXP studios here: blog.kexp.org Consider donating to KEXP to keep services like this alive. Call 866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org to donate.
#70 Here is a live review of Cat Power's show during the 2010 City Arts Festival: blog.kexp.org Call 866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org to donate.
#69 Here are some live photos of Godspeed You Black Emperor from their September 7th show at the Showbox Sodo: www.flickr.com These photos are only possible through your donations. Call 866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org to donate.
#68 You heard groups like TV on the Radio from their first EP to their most recent album because of KEXP. Give back to the station that helps you discover and follow your favorite bands. Call 866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org to donate.
#67 Read about Damon Albarn on the KEXP Blog: blog.kexp.org Show your commitment of the station that plays Blur and Gorillaz by calling 866-903-5397.
Don't let the pressure get to the Morning and Midday Show! Call 866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org/donate to help KEXP finish the Fall Drive strong!
#66 Daft Punk are true electronic music pioneers, and the KEXP Blog has a short documentary on them here: blog.kexp.org KEXP is able to cover your favorite artists through your generosity. Call 866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org/donate to give now.
#65 Read the album review for "Modern Vampires of the City" on the KEXP Blog: blog.kexp.org KEXP can provide album reviews, in-studio performances, and new music because of YOU. Call 866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org/donate to give now.
#64 Hear Grizzly Bear's 2012 KEXP in-studio performance on our website: kexp.org Donate to KEXP because you support bringing in artists like Grizzly Bear for our live in-studios. Go to kexp.org/donate.
#62 Broken Social Scene performed "Stars and Sons" in-studio on KEXP in 2003. kexp.org KEXP has been able to archive in-studio performances for over a decade through your support. Call 1-866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org/donate to keep these services going for another decade and beyond.
#61 Read about The Decemberists 2011 Sasquatch! performance on the KEXP Blog: blog.kexp.org The Decemberists are one of the many great bands that are supported by KEXP. Support the station that supports your favorite artists by calling 1-866-903-5397 to donate now.
#59. You probably heard this album first on KEXP. Keep discovering new music on KEXP and donate at kexp.org/donate.
#58 KEXP supports artists from Radiohead to LCD Soundsystem to Grizzly Bear. Call 1-866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org/donate to give to KEXP.
#57. Watch live video of Florence and the Machine performing "Rabbit Heart (Raise It Up)" on the KEXP Blog: blog.kexp.org KEXP is able to produce these videos through your help. Call 1-866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org/donate to give to KEXP.
#56. KEXP is able to bring you the best in hip-hop, rock 'n' roll and more through your donations. Call now at 1-866-903-5397 and donate to receive a vintage KEXP t-shirt pack at the $250 level in addition to your KEXP thank you gifts.
#55 The countdown gets better and better thanks to our listeners' great taste. Become a donor at kexp.org/donate or call 866-903-5397.
#54 One of Cheryl's favorite albums of 2010 appears on the countdown. blog.kexp.org Our DJ's choose the best music to play for you, the listener and donor. Support community radio at kexp.org/donate.
#53 Hear an acoustic version of "Kissing the Lipless" from the Shins' 2004 in-studio performance. kexp.org These in-studios happen through our supportive community. Join the KEXP community at kexp.org/donate or call 866-903-5397.
#52 Hear live versions of songs from "Plans" by Death Cab for Cutie on our website: kexp.org Call 866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org/donate to continue to support KEXP.
#50. "My Head Is an Animal" is the album, but you heard Of Monsters and Men perform this song live on KEXP first. kexp.org Donate to help artists and KEXP at kexp.org/donate.
#49 If you call 866-903-5397 and donate at the $180 level, which is just $15 a month, you receive "Lonerism" by Tame Impala along with your KEXP thank you gifts. Stay tuned to find out where they are in the top 50 of the countdown!
#48 "Litzomania" off of Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix was featured on KEXP's Song of the Day podcast on April 30th, 2009. blog.kexp.org KEXP is able to provide music and video podcasts through your support. Call 866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org/donate to give now!
#47 Here is the KEXP Blog's album review of "Teen Dream" blog.kexp.org KEXP is able to provide album reviews, in-studios, podcasts and more through the generosity of our community. Donate at kexp.org/donate or call 866-903-5397.
#45 Back to back Sigur Ros on our countdown. Bands like Sigur Ros, who play long, not "radio friendly" songs, are played on KEXP. Support our unique station by calling 866-903-5397 or going to kexp.org/donate.
#44 A great variety of music from PJ Harvey to Sigur Ros to Beach House is played on KEXP. Help the station that brings the best music by calling 866-903-5397 or going to kexp.org/donate
#43 Live video of Bloc Party performing songs off of their latest album blog.kexp.org KEXP is able to support artists like Bloc Party from their debut to their latest music because of you. Take the time to donate at kexp.org/donate.
#42 Fleet Foxes is one of the many local artists that KEXP championed first. Support the station that supports local artists by going to kexp.org or calling 903-5397.
#41 Here is a 2006 Band of Horses KEXP in-studio which includes a live version of "Wicked Gil": kexp.org KEXP archives local bands' in-studio performances on our website through your donations and gifts. Call 866-903-5397 to donate.
#40 Hear a live version of "First Day of My Life" from Bright Eyes' 2005 in-studio: kexp.org Support KEXP in-studios by calling 866-903-5397 or going to kexp.org.
#39 If you call now and give at the $250 level, which is a little more than $20 a month, you gift will be matched by a generous donor. Call 866-903-5397 support KEXP.
#38 Tame Impala's 2011 KEXP in-studio performance has a live version of "Why Won't You Make Up Your Mind": kexp.org Our in-studios are funded by you, the listener. Call 866-903-5397 to donate.
#37 Help keep beautiful music made by amazing musicians like Elliott Smith on air by calling 866-903-5397 or going to kexp.org/donate.
#36 KEXP's website has an album review of "Forever to Tell" which you can read here: kexp.org KEXP can provide all of these services through your donations and support. Call 866-903-5397 or go to kexp.org/donate.
#35 KEXP can bring you M83, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and Elliott Smith through your donations. Support KEXP at kexp.org/donate or by calling 866-903-5397.
Welcome to the home stretch, babies. We loves ya. Did you know that Kevin Parker of Tame Impala wrote and recorded ALL of the music for Innerspeaker? Parker was interviewed for Magnet recently saying that he doesn't like having the radio on while driving because he's usually coming up new melodies or guitar riffs in his head. Keep it up, Kevin. For the rest of us, there's KEXP. PLUS: there's a matching challenge during the 2:00pm hour for all gifts of $250 or more. That's just $21 a month! Call at 206-903-5397 or donate online at KEXP.org.