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Indie 102.3 Sessions
by Colorado Public Radio
Indie 102.3 Sessions features performances and interviews from national and Colorado musicians in the Colorado Public Radio Performance Studio.
Episodes
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Backstage with Young Fathers
Back in November 2023, Host Alisha Sweeney joined Scottish trio Young Fathers in their dressing room before they opened for Depeche Mode at Ball Arena on their massive US tour. The band's 2023 album, their fourth, Heavy Heavy was nominated for the Mercury Prize in music---a prestigious UK title...
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Jack Antonoff: go-to producer for starts like Lana Del Rey and Taylor Swift, takes center stage at Red Rocks
When you have the chance to have a chat with one of the most accomplished producers in popular music today, you drop what you're doing and prep a few questions. Afternoon host Jason Thomas spoke with songwriter / super producer / frontman / all-around nice guy Jack Antonoff recently and a few of...
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Things get loud with Denver band IPECAC
They were voted your favorite Local 303 act of 2023, and we invited them to the Performance Studio for a chat and a killer set of original music, here's IPECAC! Local Music Director Alisha Sweeney sits down with the band to talk their 2023 self-titled EP and a tease on the EP that's to come, the...
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An unbelievable journey of life that led to a breakout career in music with Abraham Alexander
After hearing soul singer Abraham Alexander fill a room with is sweet, powerful vocals you wouldn't believe that he didn't start singing until only 7 years ago. One of the moments that started his whirlwind career was being in the right time and place. He recounts being in the studio recording…
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Experience the powerhouse that is Genesis Owusu
If you've had a chance to see rapper Genesis Owusu live, you might describe his performance as electric, heart-pounding, explosive. Fans got to witness all of that and more in the intimate venue of Globe Hall in Denver on a crisp November evening. We, here in the Indie Lounge, get a special...
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Colorado musician Jordin Dearinger on writing a new song every day this summer
Denver based singer-songwriter Jordin Dearinger committed himself to an impressive feat over the summer of 2023: put out an original new song every single Friday. "What is for me is creating and connecting through music," he told us in the exclusive interview. Before reaching the goal, he sat…
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Wildermiss plays brand new music and talks about a cross country move
Indie rock band Wildermiss may have made the move from Denver to Nashville recently, but the band hasn't lost that love for their hometown while being embraced by a new music scene. While on the road, Wildermiss has tried out new music and has received flows of positive support. Known for their...
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Kiltro explodes on the national music scene, going on tour and dropping a new album
Like many musicians, Denver band Kiltro had to pivot creatively during the pandemic. Isolation and chaos gave birth to the exploratory sound band members Chris Bowers Castillo and Will Parkhill produced on their 2023 album Underbelly. Freshly signed to national label 7S (along with Colorado bands...
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Miya Folick breaks down songs on her sophomore album Roach
Miya Folick talks her new album Roach and the catharsis of moving through feelings of heartbreak and over coming toxic cycles.
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Colorado musician Mystee talks being deported from the U.K., roller derby, and doing back-to-back gigs
Born outside of Boston and now Loveland based, band Mystee made their debut in the Indie Lounge back in April. The frontwoman and founder, Ilana Held, told us this wasn't her first music project. Held ventured to Cardiff, Wales for a songwriting Masters program. While there she did what any...
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DeVotchKa teams up with the Boulder Philharmonic for an epically unique show
DeVotchka has been a mainstay Colorado band for almost two decades. Known for their quirky instrumentalism and playful storytelling, their art has been celebrated beyond concert venues and has dazzled audiences in the theatre and on the big screen. Now, DeVotchKa takes on a new venture…
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Indie 102.3 Live Sessions with N3ptune
N3ptune has taken Colorado by storm for the past few years. It started with a school collaboration between students N3ptune and Rusty Steve, and they soon realized it was a destined match. Together they created high rock tunes influenced by hip-hop with a hint of pop and released their debut…
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Indie 102.3 Live Sessions with Hermanos Gutiérrez
The brotherly duo make up Hermanos Gutiérrez and have been playing guitar together since childhood, influenced by their Ecuadorian heritage. Getting back to those roots they reflect on family and tradition on their 2022 critically acclaimed fifth studio album "El Bueno Y El Mano", freshly signed…
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Indie 102.3 Live Sessions with Metric
After three years of no touring, Metric is back on the road promoting their latest album Formentera. With advice from their label, the band also waited to put out the record in 2020 stating the pandemic. The themes of the album aren't all heavy and pandemic related, but it's a "coming to terms"...
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Indie 102.3 Live Sessions with Danielle Ponder
From Public Defender to rising soul superstar comes an artist you should have on your radar: Danielle Ponder. Ponder grew up in a music-filled family and participated in many bands before eventually venturing out on her own. Fresh off the release of her debut album Some Of Us Are Brave, the…
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Indie 102.3 Live Sessions with SOAK
With their third studio album if I never know you like this again (Rough Trade) the album details happy accidents to heartbreaking experiences as it flows through the singer's life through the last few years. Watch a full performance of stripped down songs from the album in the Indie Lounge as…
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Indie 102.3 Sessions with Mondo Cozmo
What is it like when a musician meets one of their favorite artists of all time? A dream come true happened for singer-songwriter Mondo Cozmo when he got an email from icon Bruce Springsteen. Mondo Cozmo grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (same as Springsteen) and was also a blue collar…
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Indie 102.3 Live Sessions with DEHD
Rock trio Dehd are discovering who they are on their third album Blue Skies (May 27, Fat Possum). "This album came together organically," says vocalist Emily Kempf. The album is about joy and being around friends, especially since being isolated in the pandemic. Expanding on the creation of the...
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Indie 102.3 Live Sessions with IDLES
Straight from the Coachella desert to our live studio are British rockers IDLES to perform and talk about their latest album CRAWLER.
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Indie 102.3 Live Sessions with alt-J
alt-J chats about their new album "The Dream" and performs singles "U&ME" and "Hard Drive Gold".
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Indie 102.3 Live Sessions with Arlo Parks
Performing a few songs acoustically for the first time, Arlo Parks visits the Indie Lounge!
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Indie 102.3 Live Sessions with Cautious Clay
Fresh off the release of the deluxe version of "Deadpan Love", multi-instrumentalist Cautious Clay talks touring and the origins of his love for music.
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What does it take to fully create an album? Houndmouth breaks down the production process
Matthew Myers, frontman of indie folk band Houndmouth, takes a deep dive into 2022 album 'Good For You' and performs "Mackenzie" acoustic for the first time.
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Spoon’s Britt Daniel talks about the return of rock & roll on his band’s new ‘Lucifer on the Sofa’
Spoon's Britt Daniel drops by to talk about the band's 10th and latest album, 'Lucifer on the Sofa,' its Texas origins, and just where he got all that swagger.
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How an accident became a smash hit, Milky Chance talks “Colorado” and plays the heavy rotation tune
"Making lemonade out of lemons" German duo Milky Chance talks working through the pandemic creating new tunes and fine tuning old ones.
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Indie 102.3 Live Sessions with Beabadoobee
For the first Live Session in nearly two years, British singer Beabadoobee plays three acoustic songs spanning her discography.
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Sessions: At Home With Bob Mould
Fires, coronavirus, and the chaotic year of 2020 isn't stopping Bob Mould from speaking his truth on LP "Blue Hearts".
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Sessions: At Home With Anjimile
Up and coming artist Anjimile's first LP focuses on the queer experience and self-discovery.
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Sessions: At Home With Deep Sea Diver
"It's a scary thing to question what you're doing," Deep Sea Diver frontwoman Jessica Dobson talks re-discovery ahead of new album.
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Sessions: At Home with Laura Veirs
Singer-songwriter Laura Veirs talks grieving and healing on new LP "My Echo".
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Sessions: At Home With Samantha Crain
Indigenous folk singer Samantha Crain talks about the release of her sixth LP "A Small Death".
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Sessions: At Home With Lianne La Havas
Soulful singer Lianne La Havas talks about her new self-titled album.
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Sessions: At Home With Waxahatchee
Katie Crutchfield taps into her country roots and getting sober on her fifth Waxahatchee album, “Saint Cloud.” We caught up with Crutchfield from her home in St.
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Sessions: At Home With Laura Marling
On Air Host Bruce Trujillo interviews Laura Marling and breaks down themes in her newest LP "Song for Our Daughter"
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Down Time Performs Catchy Singles From New Album
Down Time performs singles off their new LP "Hurts Being Alive" in Live Sessions.
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The Reminders Deliver Captivating Studio Performance
Colorado Springs hip-hop group, The Reminders, stuns in studio performance.
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Ramakhandra Wows In Performance Studio With Genre-Bending Sound
Denver's Ramakhandra breaks down their indescribable sound during interview with Host Bruce Trujillo.
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The Grand Alliance Is Transporting Us To Another Universe
Denver supergroup The Grand Alliance perform new songs for Live Sessions.
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The Still Tide Turns Performance Studio Into Dreamy Escape
Denver band The Still Tide visits the performance studio fresh off the release of debut album "Between Skies."
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Joel Ansett Strips Down Songs From New Album For Live Performance
Denver folk-pop singer Joel Ansett talks breaking out of his comfort zone on the new album A Place I Knew Before and being inspired by the indie folk bands of the Northwest.
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Overcoats Kick Off 2020 With Fresh New Songs And Fresh New Outlook
The folk-soul duo Overcoats, comprised of JJ Mitchell and Hana Elion, have experienced plenty in the three years since their debut release, and all of that struggle and wisdom has found its way into their new crop of songs.
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Denver Rockers Colfax Speed Queen Return For High Energy Performance
Colfax Speed Queen is ready to make 2020 their year filled with new music and a ton of live performances.
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Angel Olsen Brings The Drama With Live Renditions From Album All Mirrors
Angel Olsen has had a spectacular 2019. Her new album All Mirrors has made it to several "Best of" lists. " The entire album is chock full of vulnerable moments and dramatic storytelling: "Was I becoming what I had to be? Was that the truth I was supposed to see?" Olsen questions on track…
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Dream Pop Band Neoma Plays Hits From New Album
After a relocation from Ecuador to Denver a year ago, Neoma has performed at the Underground Music Showcase and captivated audiences all over the city. Hypnotic doesn't begin to describe Neoma's sound -- soothing synths, simplistic beats, and angelic voice of frontwoman Carla Huiracocha.
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Shovels & Rope Stop In To Play ‘By Blood’ Songs
Michael Trent and Cary Ann Hearst have made music as Shovels & Rope for more than a decade. The South Carolina married duo's sound is rooted in classic Americana and country-folk. They add some fuzzed-out guitars and driving rock rhythms to the mix on their new album By Blood. Shovels & Rope...
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South Of France Previews New Album In Our Studio
Jeff Cormack has been the bandleader of South of France since 2012. The Denver musician/producer and his rotating cast of musicians are preparing to release the band's sophomore album, Remember That Cool Thing We Did, later this year via Dualtone Records. We got a sneak preview of the record when...
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Psychedelic Porn Crumpets Visit From Australia To Play New Music
Psychedelic Porn Crumpets released the new album And Now For The Whatchamacallit earlier this year. The quartet from Perth, Australia, has been building up a big fan base overseas thanks to their blistering garage rock and unruly live shows. The band stopped into our studio to play a few songs…
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The Burroughs Share Their Thrilling Soul Music In Studio
The Burroughs are a nine-piece band from Greeley with a dynamic soul-rock sound. The band's uptempo rhythms, potent horn section and vocal harmonies were on full display when they performed some songs from the albums Got To Feel and Forever In Love in our studio. They also spoke with host Alisha...
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Indie Rock Pioneer David Lowery Plays Music From New Solo Record
As frontman of Camper Van Beethoven, David Lowery became a forefather of indie rock in the 1980s. He also leads the popular alternative rock band Cracker and has produced records by Sparklehorse and Counting Crows. This year Lowery released the autobiographical solo album In The Shadow of the…
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Jay Cobb Anderson Plays Music From New Solo EP
Jay Cobb Anderson is new to Denver but a well-established musician. He's a co-founder of Portland folk-rock band Fruition and also plays in TK & The Holy Know-Nothings. Anderson -- one of our Local 303 artists this month -- just released the new solo EP Everything Is Gonna Work Its Own Self Out.…
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Indie 102.3 Sessions features performances and interviews from national and Colorado musicians in the Colorado Public Radio Performance Studio.
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