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Playlist from 01/05/2024 @ 6:00pm

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Tall Isaac

A mix of music that spans eras and genres.

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all tracks listed in reverse chronological order

The New Orleans Suspects

Madgalena
Ouroboros 2014 via Louisiana Red Hot Records
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Trigger Hippy

Paving the Road
Full Circle & Then Some 2019 via Turkey Grass/Thirty Tigers
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Lakou Mizik

Azaka Vini We'n
HaitiaNola 2019 via Cumbancha

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John Hartford

With a Vamp in the Middle
Aereo-Plain 1971 via Rounder Select
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Wilco

That's Not the Issue
A.M. 1995 via Reprise / Wea
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8:40 pm
Broadway Grand Rapids PSA (click for more info)
Broadway Grand Rapids reminds you they are more than just a stage, they're also a community and they want YOU to be a part of it. 

Broadway Grand Rapids is where the magic of Broadway meets the heart of West Michigan. 

Broadway Grand Rapids is committed to creating a space where everyone belongs through Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility. 

They're also breaking down barriers with Broadway Arts Access offering seats for kids, families and communities that qualify. 

You can learn more at Broadway Grand Rapids dot com.

Dudley Taft

The Great Beyond
Guitar Kingdom 2023 via Independent
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Squatch

Reflect
Squatch 2022 via Independent
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Benevento Russo Duo

Scratchitti
Best Reason to Buy the Sun 2005 via Rope-a-Dope
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8:20 pm
LAND CONSERVANCY OF WEST MICHIGAN PSA (click for more info)

The Land Conservancy of West Michigan works with the West Michigan community to permanently protect and care for nearby natural areas. 

By preserving and restoring West Michigan's unique ecosystems--from its big forests and wild rivers to its sandy lakeshore dunes--they give future generations the opportunity to experience and enjoy the natural wonders we treasure today. 

Learn how you can volunteer for The Land Conservancy of West Michigan, explore a nature preserve, attend an informational event, and support the permanent protection of nature in West Michigan at naturenearby dot org. 

Aleksi Campagne

Sparklers And Gin
For The Giving 2023 via Independent
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The Cure

Lullaby
Greatest Hits 2001 via Elektra / Wea
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Hannah Macklin

Stars
Mu 2023 via Hopestreet
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COMPILATIONS

La maison est en ruine - Yumi Seino
Tokyo Dreaming 2020 via WEWANTSOUNDS

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8:00 pm
Circle Theatre (click for more info)

Circle Theatre is the only community theatre in West Michigan that specializes in summer theatre. Since 1953, Circle has continued to deliver high-quality summer theatre entertainment to audiences. 

Through their Main Stage productions, family-friendly Magic Circle productions, and their Summer Concert Series, Circle Theatre has remained a place for the community to be entertained, challenged and inspired. 

They are always looking to welcome more individuals to join their circle, whether it's as a performer, production staff, or a volunteer, they have a spot for you! 

For more information on their upcoming shows or how to get involved, visit their website at circle theatre dot org

The Jaws of Brooklyn

Long Live Saturday Night
The Shoals 2022 via Independent
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Chicken Grass

Jailbird
Chicken Grass 2022 via Cattrack Records
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COMPILATIONS

Otis Spann's South Side Piano - Sometimes I Wonder
Chicago The Blues Today! (1966) 2021 via Craft Recordings

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Roger Fakhr

Express Line
Fine Anyway 2021 via Habibi Funk
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Steppin' In It

Dustbowl Overtures
Last Winter In The Copper Country 2002 via Hippo Coop

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7:40 pm
Bells Brewery - Steppin In It (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Bell's Beer in downtown Kalamazoo.
Bell's Eccentric Cafe welcomes Michigan Americana band "Steppin' in It" with special guest "Zak Bunch" on Friday, January 12th at 8 p.m. 

More information for this 18 and up show is available at Bells-Beer-dot-com.

Seth Bernard

Universal Energy
Unrest And Rest 2023 via Independent

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7:30 pm
TURNSTILES BAR (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Turnstiles -an eclectic entertainment venue located on GR's West side.

Turnstiles is open for lunch and dinner and features a variety of Craft beers, hand-made cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.

Tonight, Friday, January, 5th... Turnstiles presents live big band and jazz fusion from Pocket Watch and Squatch!

Saturday January 6th  it's gritty rock with Slumlord Radio, Wolfbite, and VanZig playing live at Turnstiles.

More information is at Turnstiles G R dot com

Femme Deadly Venoms

Mines
Femmenomenon 2022 via Independent
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Nickodemus

Race To Robotics
Soul & Science 2023 via Wonderwheel
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Siouxsie & the Banshees

- Obsession
A Kiss In The Dreamhouse 1982 via Polydor UK
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7:20 pm
Kids Food Basket (click for more info)

Did you know that half a million children in Michigan live in food insecure households? 

More than 34,000 of those children live right here in West Michigan.

The only way we will realize a hunger-free community is by getting there together. 

Kids' Food Basket is a food equity nonprofit supporting West Michigan kids and families by increasing access to healthy, nourishing meals.

More information at kids food basket dot org.

Sly & The Family Stone

Love City
Essential 2002 via Sony
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JV's Boogaloo Squad

Slacktivision
Going To Market 2019 via Flat Car Records
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Mike Gordon

Face
Overstep 2014 via ATO
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Antibalas

Ibeji
Antibalas 2012 via Daptone
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7:00 pm
Section Live - Circles Around The Sun (click for more info)

Today's WYCE Day Sponsor Is Section Live presenting Circles Around The Sun at Elevation on March 16th.

Circles Around The Sun will be performing music from their fourth studio album "Language" with support from Mikaela Davis and Southern Star.

Tickets and more information on Circles Around The Sun's show at Elevation on March 16th is available at etix dot com.

The Linda Lindas

Nino
Growing Up 2022 via Epitaph
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John Moreland

Sad Baptist Rain
High on Tulsa Heat 2015 via Old Omens
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Gizelle Smith

Miss World (Less is More)
Revealing 2021 via Jalapeno
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Kendrick Lamar

LOYALTY
Damn 2017 via Aftermath / Interscope
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Baaba Maal

Ndungu Ruumi
Being 2023 via Marathon Artists
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6:40 pm
YWCA West Michigan (click for more info)

The YWCA West Central Michigan is a social justice organization with more than 100 years of experience providing service to, and advocating on behalf of the most vulnerable people in our community. 

The YWCA is the only provider of comprehensive domestic and sexual violence services to child and adult survivors in Kent County. 

In any given year, the YWCA, provides services to more than 4,000 individual survivors and family members, and responds to over 2,700 crisis calls related to domestic violence and sexual assault. 

To learn more about YWCA West Central Michigan visit Y W C A W C M I DOT ORG. Or if you are in need of help, please call their 24-Hour Confidential Helpline 616.454.YWCA (616.454.9922)

Throttle Elevator Music

Liminality
Retrospective 2017 via Wide Hive
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6:30 pm
TURNSTILES BAR (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Turnstiles -an eclectic entertainment venue located on GR's West side.

Turnstiles is open for lunch and dinner and features a variety of Craft beers, hand-made cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.

Tonight, Friday, January, 5th... Turnstiles presents live big band and jazz fusion from Pocket Watch and Squatch!

Saturday January 6th  it's gritty rock with Slumlord Radio, Wolfbite, and VanZig playing live at Turnstiles.

More information is at Turnstiles G R dot com

The Smiths

Nowhere Fast
The Sound Of The Smiths 2021 via Sire/RHINO
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Shemekia Copeland

Under My Thumb
Uncivil War 2020 via Alligator
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KaiserCartel

Traveling Feet
March Forth 2008 via Bluhammock
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6:20 pm
Jammies 2024 (click for more info)

West Michigan's Biggest Night of Music, the WYCE Jammie Awards, returns for its 24th year on Friday, February 23rd, at the Intersection! 

This year's Jammies will feature 19 Michigan bands on three stages with award presentations for Best Album of 2023, Song of the Year, the Listener Choice Awards, and more, including the brand new Against All Odds Award presented by Varnum Law. 

For the first time, The WYCE Jammies will be offering a VIP experience, which includes access to a private lounge and viewing area, a Jammies 24 shirt, and a signature cocktail courtesy of Stock 'Da Bar Vodka.

Doors for this all-ages event open at 5:30 pm, and music starts at 6. Entry is a suggested donation of $5, and we will also be collecting canned donations at the door for Feeding America West Michigan.

The 2024 WYCE Jammies 24 are presented by Varnum Law... with additional support from Founder's Brewing, Tiger Solar, Patriot Realty, Vertigo Music, and Stock 'Da Bar Vodka. 

Jonah Tolchin

Aliens
Lava Lamp 2022 via Yep Roc
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Chuck Foster

Flying Solo
Dub Journey 2023 via Catch Me Time
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Sister Cookie

You Know I Do
In The Blue Corner 2022 via The Liquid label
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Funktion

Better Days
Step Into It 2011 via Independent

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Jaco Pastorius

Donna Lee
The Essential Jaco Pastorius 2007 via Sony Legacy
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6:00 pm
Section Live - Circles Around The Sun (click for more info)

Today's WYCE Day Sponsor Is Section Live presenting Circles Around The Sun at Elevation on March 16th.

Circles Around The Sun will be performing music from their fourth studio album "Language" with support from Mikaela Davis and Southern Star.

Tickets and more information on Circles Around The Sun's show at Elevation on March 16th is available at etix dot com.