Interview: badbadnotgood

Ahead of their April 29 performance at Summit in Denver, badbadnotgood sat down with KGNU to discuss the band's musical evolution, the lasting influence of jazz, hip hop, and sampling on their sound, and the importance of collaboration in their creative process. The conversation also explores the changing landscape of the music industry, from AI and streaming to community organizing and independent venues, as well as the role artists can play in supporting one another and engaging with the world around them. The band closes by sharing recommendations for new music, celebrating community radio, and encouraging listeners to support local arts and culture (Air Date 4/28/26).