Listener-Supported Radio

image downloaded from kexp.org

Here in Seattle, WA, we’re very fortunate to have an outstanding independent radio station that champions independent musicians from Seattle and from around the globe – KEXP.org. You can stream the station worldwide and access a truly astonishing variety of completely free services including archived broadcasts, live performances, and podcasts. I can’t even begin to count all the amazing bands I’ve discovered thanks to KEXP in the dozen years since I started listening.

Here’s some This Charming Candy trivia: I often rent kitchen time on Sundays. It’s a slow day for caterers, so I generally have the place to myself. There’s a radio in the kitchen and KEXP keeps me company while I’m making candy – starting a little before Preachin The Blues, continuing through Stevie Zoom and Quilty3000’s variety hours, and finishing up around when Street Sounds hits the airwaves. Yes, there’s a near 100% chance that the lollipops you’ve been enjoying were cooked, poured, and wrapped while I was listening to KEXP.

KEXP is in the midst of its Spring membership drive. If you’re a fan of good independent music –and if you’re reading this, you’re obviously a fan of good independent candy!– please consider becoming a member.

When you power KEXP, KEXP powers This Charming Candy :-)