Kevin Cole

Thanks so much for writing in and sharing your story and requests. We're glad you're here with us today.

Join us for Music Heals Mental Health: A Tribute to Scott Hutchison. The evening is hosted by John Richards, with remarks by DJ Shannon, and includes music by artists William McCarthy of Augustines, John Roderick, Shelby Earl, Jon Pontrello of the Moondoggies, Oceanwires, and Secretary. Artists will perform songs from Frightened Rabbit as well as their own original songs. Doors at 6 PM, and show begins at 7 PM. This event is free and open to the public.

"Mental health issues run in my family I suffer from depression my mother suffers from depression my grandfather suffered from depression and schizophrenia and I appreciate the focus being put on mental health today by KEXP." -Derrin

If you're just tuning in, you're listening to another edition of Music Heals, a day of programming devoted to raising awareness of mental health and the songs that power us through. We're here for your songs and stories of healing till 6PM today, email us at dj@kexp.org - www.kexp.org

"Music has incredible power,” says KEXP Morning Show host John Richards. “I hear from listeners every day about a song or a lyric that helped them heal, process, grieve or just find the strength to go on.” #YouAreNotAlone #MusicHeals

"Last night I had my dog euthanized. She was the best friend I’ve ever had. We had a lovely day together. Went to the beach, laid in the grass under the trees, had lots of treats and chilled. We also listened to Cat Power Wanderer about a zillion times. It was perfect. Love this day. Feels beautiful - thanks for helping. XO" -Becky

Nothing like the uplifting voice and encouragement of Patti Smith. #YouAreNotAlone #MusicHeals

"This song got me through some dark times after feeling so down. I related to the lyrics. Sometimes you feel everything. Sometimes you feel nothing. It is bizarre"-Ronnie

Join us for Music Heals Mental Health: A Tribute to Scott Hutchison. The evening is hosted by John Richards, with remarks by DJ Shannon, and includes music by artists William McCarthy of Augustines, John Roderick, Shelby Earl, Jon Pontrello of the Moondoggies, Oceanwires, and Secretary. Artists will perform songs from Frightened Rabbit as well as their own original songs. Doors at 6 PM, and show begins at 7 PM. This event is free and open to the public www.kexp.org

There are a whole list of resources to help. These resources include: Women’s Therapy Referral Service, Washington State Suicide Prevention Plan, Safer Homes, Suicide Aware. Visit www.kexp.org

"Developing a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder is very common and treatment is very effective. 1 in 7 women and 1 in 10 men experience serious mood and anxiety disorders during the period around the birth of a child. Just as KEXP says you are not alone, we are lucky in Washington State to not be alone, there is a warm line for parents to call for peer support if they are struggling: 1.888.404.7763 run by Perinatal Support Washington. This song is for all the mothers and fathers out there who are suffering or have suffered through a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder. I cry every time I hear this song and think of my kids who are now 8 and 13. It does get better!" -Victoria

"I live with Bipolar - a condition of many dangerous emotional ups and downs. I create visual art to raise awareness of mental health because I was so scared to see a psychiatrist that it took me 13 years to be diagnosed. I am doing well now. I want other to know there is help and they don't need to be afraid or embarrassed like I was."-Jen Thank you so much for sharing Jen

Seattle/King County Crisis Clinic // 866-4-CRISIS (866-427-4747) // For 24/7, free support for those in crisis. Crisis Clinic connects people in physical, emotional and financial crisis to services that will be of help.

Two more amazing local organizations: 1) Many Minds // A King County group that works on mental health resources. 2) Mary’s Place // Mary’s Place inspire the community to support homeless women, children, and families through advocacy, partnerships, volunteerism and philanthropy and aids them through emergency situations.

Read more on Kevin Coles recent interview with Dessa: www.kexp.org

You can find a really helpful list of resources (The Trevor Project, Punk Talks, National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) and SO MANY MORE) by visiting www.kexp.org

Thanks Tim!

KEXP has a huge list of wonderful resources like NowMattersNow.org (Videos about stories and education around dealing with suicidal thoughts) and Recovery Cafe (Whether in crisis, newer to recovery, in long-term recovery, after a relapse, during a difficult life change, or mental health transition, the Café is a place of support and stability for all individuals seeking to break the cycle of destruction and despair) Visit www.kexp.org for more resources

Lucy Dacus uses music to heal as well. Don't be afraid to reach out www.kexp.org #youarenotalone

Join us tonight for Music Heals Mental Health: A Tribute to Scott Hutchison. The evening is hosted by John Richards, with remarks by DJ Shannon, and includes music by artists William McCarthy of Augustines, John Roderick, Shelby Earl, Jon Pontrello of the Moondoggies, Oceanwires, and Secretary. Artists will perform songs from Frightened Rabbit as well as their own original songs. Doors at 6 PM, and show begins at 7 PM. This event is free and open to the public.

#YouAreNotAlone #MusicHeals Visit www.kexp.org for a list of resources

The Trevor Project // 1-866-488-7386 // For 24/7, free crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) young people.

Join us tonight for Music Heals Mental Health: A Tribute to Scott Hutchison. The evening is hosted by John Richards, with remarks by DJ Shannon, and includes music by artists William McCarthy of Augustines, John Roderick, Shelby Earl, Jon Pontrello of the Moondoggies, Oceanwires, and Secretary. Artists will perform songs from Frightened Rabbit as well as their own original songs. Doors at 6 PM, and show begins at 7 PM. This event is free and open to the public.

Shelby Earl plays tonight for Music Heals Mental Health: A Tribute to Scott Hutchison. Doors are at 6pm, and show begins at 7 PM. This event is free and open to the public www.kexp.org

"Elliott's honest, raw, personal songs have been a salve and meloncholy inspiration to me over the years"-James

#musicheals #youarenotalone Thank you Thomas

There is an incredible list of mental resources from the Trevor Project to Punk Talks to To Write Love On Her Arms. Visit www.kexp.org for the full list

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline // 1-800-273-TALK (8255) // For 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

Please visit this resource list for so many ways to receive help www.kexp.org

Thank you all for being so courageous and sharing your stories.

Join us tonight for Music Heals Mental Health: A Tribute to Scott Hutchison. The evening is hosted by John Richards, with remarks by DJ Shannon, and includes music by artists William McCarthy of Augustines, John Roderick, Shelby Earl, Jon Pontrello of the Moondoggies, Oceanwires, and Secretary. Artists will perform songs from Frightened Rabbit as well as their own original songs. Doors at 6 PM, and show begins at 7 PM. This event is free and open to the public.

For Dave! To rise above:)

Washington State Suicide Prevention Plan // If you are interested in learning more about how Washington is working to reduce suicide, you will find much information in the Washington State Suicide Prevention Plan www.kexp.org

Seattle Counseling Service // Seattle Counseling Service is a community resource that advocates, educates and serves to advance the social well-being and mental health of the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender communities www.kexp.org

Artie Shaw song recorded live at the 23 Club in Brisbane, CA in the early 1960s

from 1952

playing a sold out show this Fri. Oct. 12th at the Tractor with Wayne Hancock

from 1973

from 1973

from 1960

from 1954. Harmonica Frank was born on this date 110 years ago in Toccopola, MS.

Wayne Hancock is playing a sold-out show this Fri. Oct. 12th at the Tractor with Dale Watson

from 1956

from 1947

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from 1949

from 1933, written by Billy Hill

from 1981

from 1997

Creedence Clearwater Revival song

from 1953

from 1958

from 1951. Jimmy Murphy was born on this date in 1925 in Birmingham, Alabama

from 1951

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from 1958

from 1963

Freddy Fender song, Al Green's first recording in 10 years!

Wed. Nov. 21st at the Neptune

Best known as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the indie rock band Rilo Kiley. Acid Tongue is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Jenny Lewis, released in September 2008 through Warner Bros.