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Playlist from 01/15/2024 @ 9:00pm

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An eclectic mix with particular penchant for classic and modern jazz, indie rock and soulful folk. Be ready to follow down some rabbit holes as you'll frequently hear sets with thematic links and associations. Not afraid to get a little loud from time to time.

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Christian McBride

Soldiers (I Have a Dream)
The Movement Revisited 2020 via Mack Avenue
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Kim Weston - Lift Every Voice And Sing
Celebrate Black Voices 2022 via Concord

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Sampa The Great

Freedom
The Return 2019 via Ninja Tune
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North Mississippi Allstars

Freedom Highway
51 Phantom 2001 via Artemis Records
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11:40 pm
GR Pride Center (click for more info)
The Grand Rapids Pride Center has been serving the 2SLGBTQ+ community since 1988. They work to create positive change by breaking down barriers, creating awareness, providing inclusive services, and bridging relationships. 
Offering social and support groups, volunteer opportunities, a basic and essential needs closet, and their Therapy Assistance Program, among other services, GRPC strives to be a safe, welcoming, and affirming space for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals in the greater-Grand Rapids area.
The center is open Monday through Friday, 10am to 4pm, call 616-458-3511 or visit GR PRIDE DOT ORG to learn more and get involved.

Run the Jewels

walking in the snow (clean)
RTJ4 2020 via Jewel Runners/BMG
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Ben Harper

Black Rain
Both Sides Of The Gun 2006 via Virgin Records Us
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Joy Oladokun

i see america
in defense of my own happiness 2021 via Republic
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A Tribe Called Quest

We The People...
We got it from Here...Thank You 4 Your service 2016 via Epic
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Our Native Daughters

Black Myself
Songs Of Our Native Daughters 2019 via Smithsonian Folkways
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11:20 pm
The Rapidian Documenters (click for more info)

You might have heard The Rapidian is back! And now The Rapidian is looking for passionate writers to join their team as volunteer reporters. 

The Rapidian aims to elevate local voices and foster civic engagement by creating space for community participation in reporting on topics that matter to them. Volunteer with the Rapidian and join them in sharing the stories that matter in Grand Rapids.

Deadline to apply is January 31, 2024. Those interested can email Rapidian Program Manager Allison Donahue at a l l i s o n at grcmc.org

Common

When We Move (feat. Black Thought & Seun Kuti) (CLEAN)
A Beautiful Revolution, Pt. 2 2021 via Loma Vista
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COMPILATIONS

Woke Up This Morning with My Mind on Freedom
Voices of the Civil Rights Movement Black American Freedom Songs 1960-1966 1980 via Smithsonian Folkways

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People Get Ready
Let Freedom Sing! Music Of The Civil Rights Movement 2009 via Time Life Entertainment

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Gil Scott-Heron

The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
Pieces Of A Man 1971 via RCA
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Nina Simone

Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Anthology 2003 via RCA
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11:00 pm
DGRI (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.

DGRI brings you live music and community happenings with GR LIVE every Thursday at noon from Midtwown GR at Studio Park.

DGRI works to elevate Downtown Grand Rapids as a best-in-class heart of an American city.

More info is at downtowngr dot org

Dolly Parton

Whats Up (featuring Linda Perry)
Rockstar 2023 via Butterfly / Big Machine
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Janis Joplin

Get It While You Can
The Pearl Sessions 2012 via Sony Legacy
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The Flaming Lips

Waitin' For A Superman
The Soft Bulletin 1999 via Warner Bros.
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Steve Earle

Trancendental Blues
Transcendental Blues 2000 via Artemis Records
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10:40 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.

St. Vincent

Sugarboy
Mass Education 2018 via Loma Vista
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Benevento Russo Duo

Welcome Red
Best Reason to Buy the Sun 2005 via Rope-a-Dope
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Lydia Loveless

Toothache (Clean)
Nothing's Gonna Stand in My Way Again 2023 via Bloodshot
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Jeff Rosenstock

DOUBT (Clean)
HELLMODE 2023 via Polyvinyl
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10:20 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.

Bob Dylan

When the Ship Comes In
The Times They Are A-Changin' 1964 via Sony
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Cat Power

One Too Many Mornings
Cat Power Sings Dylan- The 1966 Royal Albert Hall Concert 2023 via Domino
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COMPILATIONS

Ballad of Hollis Brown
Chimes Of Freedom- The Songs Of Bob Dylan 2012 via Amnesty International

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Joshua Redman

The Times They Are A-Changin'
Timeless Tales (for Changing Times) 1998 via Warner Bros / Wea

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10:00 pm
DGRI (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.

DGRI brings you live music and community happenings with GR LIVE every Thursday at noon from Midtwown GR at Studio Park.

DGRI works to elevate Downtown Grand Rapids as a best-in-class heart of an American city.

More info is at downtowngr dot org

Lord Huron

Back from the Edge
Vide Noir 2018 via Republic

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Polyrhythmics

Snake in the Grass (2022 Remaster)
Libra Stripes 2022 via Color Red
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Tele Novella

Paper Crown
Merlynn Belle 2021 via Kill Rock Stars
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Thee Sacred Souls

Future Lover
Thee Sacred Souls 2022 via Daptone
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Rachael & Vilray

I Love the Way You're Breaking My Heart
Rachael & Vilray 2019 via Nonesuch
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9:40 pm
St. Cecilia Acoustic Cafe Folk Series (click for more info)

Support for Acoustic Cafe's Radio Show and WYCE comes from St. Cecilia Music Center, home to the Acoustic Cafe Folk Concert Series in Grand Rapids. 

Coming up on February 13th, Rachael Price of Lake Street Dive presents a Valentine's Day show with her duo Rachael and Vilray, for a night of jazzy folk.

On February 29th, iconic singer Aimee Mann performs live at St. Cecilia Music Center, and singer Marc Cohn returns to St. Cecilia Music Center on April 11th.

Tickets for these and all other shows are at scmcgr dot org.

Against Me!

Unconditional Love
Transgender Dysphoria Blues 2014 via Red Distribution
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Ani DiFranco

Angry Any More
Up Up Up Up Up Up 1999 via Righteous Babe
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Gram Parsons

Brass Buttons
G.P.-Grievous Angel 1990 via Reprise / Wea
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Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds

Typical Situation
Live At Luther College 1999 via RCA
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9:20 pm
5th Annual Donut Dash 5k (click for more info)

You're invited to lace up your running shoes and satisfy your sweet tooth at the Westside Stride's 5th Annual Donut Dash 5K happening Tuesday, February 13th, at 6 p.m.

This 5K is open to everyone and is free of charge. While participation is complimentary, attendees can make a donation to benefit the Grand Rapids Police Foundation or purchase a special Donut Dash shirt at the event.

Westside Stride's 5th Annual Donut Dash 5K is sponsored by Swift Printing and Bridge Street Market.

Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Winstrom will be on hand to serve as the official starter for the 5th annual Donut Dash 5K

Registration and more information are available at SwiftPrinting dot com forward slash westside dash signup.

Tami Neilson

Baby, You're a Gun
Kingmaker 2022 via Outside Music
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The Commonheart

Nobody's Listening
Pressure 2019 via Jullian Records
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Sonny and The Sunsets

Don't Act Dumb
Hit After Hit 2011 via Fat Possum Records
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Ryan Bingham

Shivers
Watch Out for the Wolf 2023 via Thirty Tigers / The Orchard
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The American Hotel System

Tripping
Can You Hear It 2023 via SONO Music Group
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9:00 pm
DGRI (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.

DGRI brings you live music and community happenings with GR LIVE every Thursday at noon from Midtwown GR at Studio Park.

DGRI works to elevate Downtown Grand Rapids as a best-in-class heart of an American city.

More info is at downtowngr dot org