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Playlist from 02/10/2024 @ 12:00am

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Anything funky, greazy, groovy, or stanky. Also anything that's sweet, smooth, soars, or soothes. And everything else that twangs, buzzes, swings or moves. Bring your buzz, or not- but this is a show for those who listen deep into the music.

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Cut Worms

I'll Never Make It
Cut Worms 2023 via Jagjaguwar
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Skye & Ross

Hold On
Skye & Ross 2017 via Cooking Vinyl
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Slaid Cleaves

Twistin'
Everything You Love Will Be Taken Away 2009 via Music Road
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Dacia Bridges

I Feel The Rush
That's The Sound 2017 via Independent
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2:40 am
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.

Skerik's Syncopated Taint Septet

Syncopate the Taint
Husky 2006 via HYENA Records
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Next Level Sound Station

Haffi Be My Queen (Featuring Nuby
Sunken City Original Motion Picture Soundtrack 2014 via Independent
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Sippie Wallace

Up the Country Blues
Women Be Wise 1992 via Storyville Records
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The Fat Babies

Doctor Blues
Solid Gassuh 2017 via Delmark
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2:20 am
PAWS WITH A CAUSE-FOSTER PUPPIES (click for more info)

You can help change lives by volunteering for Paws With A Cause.

Enhancing the independence and quality of life for people with disabilities begins with choosing to be volunteer Foster Puppy Raisers. 

These volunteers play an important part in the PAWS mission by providing puppies with a loving home and basic care. 

No training experience is needed, and flexible commitment options are available for various schedules. 

More information on volunteering as Foster Puppy Raisers can be found at: pawswithacause dot org

16 Horsepower

Strong Man
Sackcloth & Ashes 1995 via A&M Records
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Liz Vice

The Source
There's a Light 2015 via Ramseur Records
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Vince Clarke

Imminent
Songs Of Silence 2023 via Mute
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Lisa Gerrard

Shadow Magnet
Duality 1998 via 4AD / WEA
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2:00 am
GRPL-BLACK HISTORY MONTH (click for more info)
In honor of black history month this February, the Grand Rapids Public Library is offering special programming for kids, teens, and adults that highlights and celebrates our Black community.

Black History Month programming at the Grand Rapids Public Library includes presentations by GRPL staff, local businesses, and artists throughout February.

Families are invited to visit the Main Library on February 17 for a special showing of the film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.  Musically inspired, age-appropriate crafts and popcorn from Mosby's Popcorn will also be available on a first come, first served basis
Black History Month storytimes will highlight Black stories and include songs, fingerplays, and hands-on fun.
More information about these free Black History Month events can be found at www.grpl.org.

 

Jeff Healey

How Blue Can You Get
Mess Of Blues 2008 via Ruf (Idn)
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Darden Purcell

Estate
Love's Got Me In A Lazy Mood 2023 via OA2
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1:40 am
Promo - Submit Music (click for more info)

Are you a Michigan musician or know of a few talented artists?

Submit an album to 88.1 FM WYCE for airplay consideration. 

View a how-to guide by visiting WYCE dot org and then click on the "Connect" tab to see the steps to add a local album to our WYCE music library!

Antibalas

Who Is This America Dem Speak of Today
Who is This America 2004 via Artemis Records
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Eleanor McEvoy

To Sweep Away a Fool
Out There 2006 via Market Square UK
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Pablo Eskobear

I Smell A Rat
Necessities 2023 via Independent
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1:20 am
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)

Madredeus

As Ilhas Dos Acores (Instrumental)
Existir 1997 via Blue Note Records
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Floyd Dixon

Don't Send Me No Flowers in the Graveyard
Wake Up and Live! 1996 via Alligator Records
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Cold Specks

Steady
I Predict a Graceful Expulsion 2012 via Mute
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The Crusaders

Lilies Of The Nile
Gold 2007 via Hip-O / Verve
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1:00 am
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.

The Sacred Shakers

Run On
Sacred Shakers Live 2014 via Signature Sounds
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ISTA

Moonlight
Ista 2023 via Independent
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COMPILATIONS

Burcak Tarlasi
Istanbul 70- Psych, Disco, Folk Classics 2012 via Nublu
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Artist is Tulay German & Doruk Onatkut Orkestrasi.

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12:40 am
WYCE JAMMIE AWARDS (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Varnum Law, presenting sponsor for The 2024 WYCE Jammie Awards, Friday, February 23rd, at the Intersection! 

This year's Jammies will feature 19 Michigan bands on three stages, including live music from (**mention 4 of the bands listed below) 15 other bands!  

We will also award Jammies for Best Album of 2023, Song of the Year, and the brand new Against All Odds Award presented by Varnum Law. 

Doors open for this all-ages show 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 our VIP Room Sponsor Stock 'Da Bar Vodka. 

Neotone

It Haunts Us All
O-My 1996 via Touchwood Records
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Shades of Johnny Clegg...
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Joe Krown

Something On Your Mind
Tribute 2023 via Sledgehammer Blues
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A "Big" Jay McNeely composition. W/ Jason Ricci and Joe Sublett.
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Cooper, Hay, Van Lente Group

Designated Hitter
Trio Musik by Cooper Hay Van Lente Group (2008-11-04) 2008 via Big O Records

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Nico Vega

Lead To Light
Fury Oh Fury 2013 via 11-7 Recordings
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12:20 am
Be Nice Seasonal Depression (click for more info)

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DJ Logic

Gig 1
Project Logic 1999 via Rope a Dope
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COMPILATIONS

Ma' Africa
1 Giant Leap 2001 via Palm Pictures
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w/ Mahotella Queens and Ulali

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Jimmy Witherspoon

Going Down Slow
Jimmy Witherspoon With The Duke Robillard Band 2000 via Stony Plain Music
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12:00 am
DGRI (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.

World of Winter takes place now until March 10, featuring over 25 outdoor art installations, 40 storefront window displays, 81 ice sculptures and over 50 events and activities. 

Making it the largest winter festival in the United States! 

For the full festival details and event schedules it's World of Winter GR dot com