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As a first generation immigrant, Daye Jack has a story to tell. And he tells lots of his story in his songs. As a budding hip hop artist in his early-20's, he also has another story to tell, one of technology and how it relates to love and life. Put it all together and you have one of the most exciting releases of 2017, No Data. Daye spoke with Kyle Meredith about the themes, and what he has planned for next.

Damon Albarn spoke with Kyle Meredith about the new Gorillaz album, Humanz, which he started planning and writing before the presidential election, but with the idea of it happening in mind. It's made for an interesting contrast with lyrical themes battling against a uptemo clubs sounds.

Tennis just released their latest LP, Conditionally Yours, a record rich with 70s style pop rock that finds Alaina Moore and Patrick Riley exploring themes of the traditions of marriage, gender, and love. Moore recently spoke with Kyle Meredith about the LP, and it's personal subject matter.

Many of us know Chris Ballew as the lead singer of 90s funtime band The Presidents of the United States of America, with monster hits like "Lump" and "Peaches." If you're a recent parent, you may also know him as Caspar Babypants. Ballew spoke with Kyle Meredith recently about his new life in kids music, or as he calls it, parent music, and why his old band called it a day for the 2nd time.

Jose James may have come up through the jazz world, but he's set out to defie any genre or label ever since. His newest, Love In A Time of Madness, finds the artist giving his own reading of r&b, though you'll hear flourishes of just about everything throughout. He spoke wiht Kyle Meredith recently about the LP, being a child of immigrants, and acting in 50 Shades Darker.

311 return this year with a new LP, Mosaic, due out this summer. It'll follow up 2014's reflective Stereolithic with a massive 17 cuts, staying true to their all-in mantra. Bassist P-Nut recently spoke with Kyle Meredith about the process this time around, and it's lead single "Too Much To Think."

K.Flay starting her march to world domination when she took control of her career and self-releasing 2014's Life As A Dog, which put her onto the charts and into your home. With the upcoming Every Where Is Somewhere, she's upped the ante in her sound, coming out of the gate screaming with the single "Blood In The Cut," quite possibly her greatest song yet. She spoke with Kyle Meredith about the themes that make up the record, and the backstory on one of it's more interestingly titled songs.

CJ Ramone knows that there will always be comparisons. Being one of only seven artists who've been graced with the Ramones surname, it's just something that will probably always be part of his career. But it's worth noting that CJ's newest solo album, American Beauty, is not just a great album on it's own, but one of the greatest albums to carry that legendary name. A strong statement? You bet.

Peter Frampton found himself in an interesting situation when a bird slammed into one of his windows. At first what he thought dead, he was able to quickly nurse it back to health and even flight. The whole ordeal left a big impression on the legendary songwriter and guitarist, eventually finding itself into this one off song ahead of his upcoming tour with the Steve Miller Band. Frampton took a few moments to speak with Kyle Meredith about the incident, and it's metaphorical implications.

Cat Casual & The Holy Midnight will release their new self-titled LP today, with a show tonight at Monnik Beer Co. William Benton and Sean Gardener dropped by the studio to talk with Kyle Meredith about the new album, as well as some backstory on the two musicians.

When JJ Grey, Marc Broussard, Luther Dickinson, and Anders Osbourne get together, it's more than just magical. It's something completely special and of it's own time and space. They've been doing the Southern Soul Assembly tour for a few years now, and it rolled through Louisville this week at The Brown Theater. The guys dropped by beforehand to talk with Kyle Meredith about their friendship & musicianship, and played a couple of songs, too.

Kyle Meredith spoke with Derek Trucks about the new Tedeschi Trucks Band live LP, Live From The Fox Oakland. The get into the ins and outs of the magical night that resulted in both the CD/LP as well as DVD, it's song and covers choices, and how improv on stage has effected his life offstafe.

Joe Jack Talcum of The Dead Milkmen made a solo stop in Louisville, and dropped by the WFPK studio to talk with Kyle Meredith about the next Dead Milkmen EP, and the story of how he ended up with a solo career in the first place.

As the story goes, Portugal. The Man scrapped the album they had been working on after finding one of their dad's original tickets to Woodstock. Thinking back to that era, and it's sense of purpose in art, gave them a new lease and direction. Kyle Meredith spoke with Zachary Carothers about the LP and it's lead single "Feel It Still," working with Mike D of the Beastie Boys, and the time they were in Louisville on the day Muhammad Ali died.

Much has happened to Minus The Bear in the five years since their last LP. Parenthood, member changes, and growing older take a bulk of it. That's what Kyle Meredith got to talk about with Jake Snider, diving deep to discover the roots of the music in Voids.

Alynda Segarra has taken Hurray For The Riff Raff to new levels on their latest LP, The Navigator. She recently spoke with Kyle Meredith about being inspired by Rodriguez and street poetry for what resulted in a world-weary reflection of our times, and an all new sound.

If you looked away for a moment, you may not recognize Imelda May. Her looks are different, sure, but moreso on May's latest LP, Life Love Flesh Blood, which does away with her rockabilly past. She even called in T-Bone Burnett, Jeff Beck, and Jools Holland to help out, and it's made for a gorgeous collection. Kyle Meredith discusses all of this, as well as #DressLikeAWoman, with May in this recent phone call.

Back in 2010, Modern English reunited their original lineup and spent the next seven years touring with it. In that time, they also got the itch to write and found out they still had plenty to say. With one foot recalling their classic sound and one foot firmly in the present, they've now released the first LP in 30 years to have that group of guys. Take Me To The Trees is everything fans could have hoped for in the post-punk band, and lead singer Robbie Grey took some time to speak with Kyle Meredith all about it.

Scott Kannberg, famous of Pavement, last released a solo album under his moniker Spiral Stairs back in 2009. Since then, he's been part of some Pavement reunion shows, moved to Australia and Mexico, got married and had a kid. So yeah, he's been a bit busy. Kyle Meredith caught up with Mr. Stairs to get the lowdown on that time in between, and his new LP, Dorris & The Daggers.

The Japanese House - the solo moniker of Amber Bain - spoke with Kyle Meredith about her recent release, the Swim Against The Tide EP, as well as some of the backstories on it's songs (Face Like Thunder, Leon, and the title track). We also get some insight on her writing and recording process, as well as to when we *might* expect the next release.

Brent Cobb Live in the WFPK Studio by WFPK

The story of machineheart isn't long, but that doesn't mean it isn't impressive. The collective is only a few years old, but has already tasted success after a remixed version of their song "Circles" found worldwide acclaim. They've since released a handful of singles, each one building on their still evolving sound and proving more and more that they're a band to keep an eye on. Stevie Scott took some time to speak with Kyle Meredith about their latest cut, "Speak In Tongues," and what the future holds for the band.

Goldfrapp return with Silver Eye on March 31st, and while it signals a return to electronic sounds, this isn't "Ooh La La." This 7th LP uses synth, but to a darker turn, on tracks that spread out and explore directions the duo hasn't taken before. It all adds up to a superb collection, which gets a full discussion in this interview between Allison Goldfrapp and Kyle Meredith.

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Matt Pond PA recently released a one-off single titled "Louisville," so obviously, we took notice. The gorgeous ballad recounts time Pond spent with the band Rachel's, and even more specifically Jason Noble, who passed away in 2012. Matt spoke with Kyle Meredith about the whole story and reasons behind the song, as well as a possible future collaboration with one of Louisville's breweries.

Dave Simmonett has once again taken a break from fronting Trampled By Turtles for another round of his rock project, Dead Man Winter. With a new album in tow, Furnace, Simmonett spoke with Kyle Meredith about the personal turmoil that lead to the LP, it's contrasting bright sounds, and upcoming show at Headliners.

Ketch Secor from Old Crow Medicine Show spoke with Kyle Meredith about their new Best Of collection and it's two unreleased songs, as well as the upcoming show at the Iroquois Amphitheater and 50 Years of Blonde On Blonde live LP.

Courtney Taylor-Taylor from The Dandy Warhols spoke with Kyle Meredith about their new single, Thick Girls Knock Me Out, breaking down it's lyrics as well as the backstory, which involves an Irish bar in Spain, some clever wordplay thanks to The Beatles, and "that girl."

Tash Sultana had a big 2016. After a few years spent busking on street in Melbourne, the Australian artist hit paydirt when a Youtube video she posted gathered over a million views in five days. Suffice it to say that life has been a bit crazier since then, now with a world tour behind an EP that's making new fans every day. She and Kyle Meredith spoke about her early days, as early as 3 years old, and the sounds that make up her debut.

Alex Clare's new album, Tail Of Lions, is like a bright light in a dark room, illuminating everything with it's energy. As the story goes, he recorded it on a boat with a small team, and has already been touring it all over the world. Alex called in to speak with Kyle Meredith just after coming off stage in France, where the two discussed the album's origins, and the story behind several if it's tracks.

Ron Gallo has just released his debut solo record, Heavy Meta, after spending the last few years in Phialdephia's Toy Soldiers. A lover of fuzzy guitar, Gallo also found himself making a move to Nashville, which he says has done wonders for his personal growth. He'll kick off his tour this Sunday at Zanzabar, which you can hear all about in this interview with Kyle Meredith.

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Valerie June Live in the WFPK Studio by WFPK

Ingrid Michaelson's year is off to a very busy start. She and Kyle Meredith talk about her two new songs on The Space Between Us soundtrack, her Use Your Heart t-shirt line to raise awareness & support for LGBTQ youth, and future 2017 plans.

Colin Hay's latest solo release, Fierce Mercy, is due out March 3rd. He and Kyle Meredith spoke about it, as well as the upcoming documentary about his career.

Jimmy Vallance of Bob Moses phoned Kyle Meredith ahead of their Grammy appearance to discuss the duo's Days Gone By (Never Enough Edition), writing process, hit single "Tearing Me Up," and future plans.

Jessica Staveley-Taylor of The Staves phoned Kyle Meredith to talk about the trio's new single, Tired As Fuck, their Sleeping In A Car EP, and upcoming Louisville show.

Back in 1996, Miracle Legion made a quiet exit from the scene, each member going their separate ways, including a still-running-strong solo career from Mark Mulcahy. On the 20th anniversary of the split, the band returned in 2016 for a critically acclaimed tour and a proper release of their final album, Portrait of a Damaged Family. It doesn't end there though. The band is continuing the live dates with a west coast run, which the band's Mr. Ray discussed with Kyle Meredith.

Kyle Meredith spoke with Big Wreck's Ian Thornley on the release day of their new LP, Grace Street. The two talk about what rock & roll means in 2017, as well as a few of the album's tracks.

Matthew Logan Vasquez has a new solo LP on the way titled Does What He Wants. He and Kyle Meredith discuss the album's first single, "Same," it's video, and how he's re-making the movie Junior.

Bell X1's Paul Noonan spoke with Kyle Meredith about the band's newest record, Arms, hearing music for the first time, and the amount of plastic in the ocean.

Ahead of this Friday's release of Memories Are Now, Jesca Hoop spoke with Kyle Meredith about it's songs, and last year's collaboration with Sam Beam.

Robyn Hitchcock will release his 21st album on April 21st, and spoke with Kyle Meredith about the themes that make up the self-titled disc.

The Old 97's will return to Louisville May 17 at Headliners, but ahead of that, Rhett Miller gave Kyle Meredith a call to talk about the new record, Graveyard Whistling, and tapping Brandi Carlile to play the role of God.

San Fermin's Ellis Ludwig-Leon called in to talk with Kyle Meredith about the band's next LP, Belong (April 7), and the ideas behind the songs, as well as when they might get back to Louisville.

Elbow's Guy Garvey phoned in to talk with Kyle Meredith about the new album, Little Fictions, and the stories behind it's first two singles, "Magnificent" and "All Disco".

Alexandra Savior has been teasing her debut LP with a trio of singles, which comes after a handful of years of trying to find her voice. She talks about this and more with Kyle Meredith.

Maximon in the WFPK Studio With New Single, "Take Me Away" by WFPK

Brian King of Japandroids gave us a call to talk about the new LP, Near To The Wild Heart Of Life, which finds the duo taking on bigger sounds and thematic storytelling. Listen to the interview above and check out the album stream below.

Cloud Nothings lead man Dylan Baldi spoke with Kyle Meredith about how their new album, Life Without Sound, started with a (regrettable) chartreuse-fueled session, and how some of it's lyrics have taken on a new meaning in 2017.