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Nina Capri

A little bit of this and that, with an emphasis on music that brightens the day and lifts your spirits. You'll hear new music, local music, world beat, and plenty of folk, rock, blues, and jazz.

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Fonnmhor

Over the Waterfall
Fonnmhor 2001 via Independent
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Michigan music and Jammies III Winner of Best Local World Album and Co-Winner of Best Local Album.

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Dr. Lonnie Smith

Why Can't We Live Together (Feat. Iggy Pop)
Breathe 2021 via Blue Note
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Britti

Keep Running
Hello, I'm Britti 2024 via Easy Eye Sound / Concord
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2:40 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. 

John Mooney

Travelin' On
Late Last Night 1990 via Bullseye Blues
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Sun Tone

Riding the Sunset
Sun Tone [EP] 2021 via Color Red
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2:30 pm
Promo - The Jammies (click for more info)

For over 23 years, The 88.1 FM WYCE Jammie Awards has been our signature live event. We connect our favorite Michigan musicians with our listeners for a night of live music. This event is a great resume builder for local artists and gives them the opportunity to play in front of over 1,000 people and maybe with a local award.

Put Friday, February 23rd, 2024 on your calendar. That's the date for the next Jammie Awards. Keep listening to 88.1 FM WYCE for more details.

COMPILATIONS

Call of the Wild
Desert Roses & Arabian Rhythms II 2002 via Ark 21

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The Avett Brothers

Pick Up the Tempo (Live)
Single 2023 via Legacy
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Breathe Owl Breathe

House of Gold
Magic Central 2010 via HOMETAPES
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Michigan music and Jammies XII Winner of Best Alternative/Indie Album

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2:20 pm
Turnstiles GR (click for more info)

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

Turnstiles features local and national musicians on Friday and Saturday, karaoke on Mondays, "Turnstiles Unplugs" on Tuesdays, and open mic night every Thursday inviting artists of all levels to share their talents.

On February 22nd they'll be hosting Open Creatives with Ben Erhart, music starts at 9pm and runs until 1 am.

They are open for lunch and dinner, featuring a variety of Craft beers, hand-made cocktails, plus non-alcoholic beverages.

Turnstiles hours, plus information on live music is at Turnstiles G R dot com

Buffalo Nichols

You're Gonna Need Somebody On Your Bond
The Fatalist 2023 via Fat Possum
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Colby T. Helms

Smoke and Flames
Tales of Misfortune 2024 via Photo Finish
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COMPILATIONS

Andres Landero - Sabor A Gaita (Negro Dub Remix)
Negro Dub - 10 Years of Electrocumbia 2023 via ZZK

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Lady Ace Boogie

Feel Good Music
Feel Good Music 2015 via Hot Capicola Records
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Michigan music and Jammies XVI Winner of Best Hop Hop Album and Best Album by a New Artist

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2:00 pm
WYCE JAMMIE AWARDS (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Varnum Law, presenting sponsor for The 2024 WYCE Jammie Awards, THIS 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 for this all-ages are 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.   See you Friday at The Intersection!

Erroll Garner

High Wire
Ready Take One 2016 via Octave/Legacy
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Luther Allison

Middle of the Road
Soul Fixin' Man 1994 via Alligator Records
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Mark Knopfler

Working on It
Wag The Dog 1998 via Universal Int'l
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Afro Zuma

Not Me Not Now
Afro Zuma 2013 via Independent
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Michigan music and Jammies XV Winner of Album of the Year and Best Album by a New Artist

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1:40 pm
Bells Brewery - DJ Joe Hertler (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Bell's Beer in downtown Kalamazoo. 

Bell's Eccentric Cafe welcomes a dance party with "DJ Joe Hertler" in the Back Room" at 8 p.m. on Saturday, February 24th. 
More information for this 18 and up show is available at Bells-Beer-dot-com

COMPILATIONS

South Side Coalition - (Don't You Wanna) Get Down Get Down
Mainstream Disco Funk [The Finest Funky Sounds of Mainstream Records 1974-76] 2023 via WEWANTSOUNDS

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The Nightowls

Lift Me Up
We Are The Nightowls 2018 via Nine Mile Records
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1:30 pm
Play WYCE Concert Calendar (click for more info)

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Potato Moon

Sounding of the bells
Carnival 2004 via Independent
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Michigan music and Jammies VI Winner of Local Album of the Year and Best Folk Album

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The Chieftains

Country Blues
Down The Old Plank Road- The Nashville Sessions 2002 via RCA
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The Afghan Whigs

The Lottery
Do to the Beast 2014 via Sub Pop
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1:20 pm
Turnstiles GR (click for more info)

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

Turnstiles features local and national musicians on Friday and Saturday, karaoke on Mondays, "Turnstiles Unplugs" on Tuesdays, and open mic night every Thursday inviting artists of all levels to share their talents.

On February 22nd they'll be hosting Open Creatives with Ben Erhart, music starts at 9pm and runs until 1 am.

They are open for lunch and dinner, featuring a variety of Craft beers, hand-made cocktails, plus non-alcoholic beverages.

Turnstiles hours, plus information on live music is at Turnstiles G R dot com

Joe Chambers

Gazelle Suite
Dance Kobina 2023 via Blue Note
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Molly

Shine
Shine [EP] 2019 via Independent
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Michigan music and Jammies XXI Winner of Best Blues/Soul Album

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Alex Cuba

Beautiful Mistake
Healer 2015 via Factor
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The High Hawks

Fox River Blues
Mother Nature's Show 2024 via LoHi
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1:00 pm
WYCE JAMMIE AWARDS (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Varnum Law, presenting sponsor for The 2024 WYCE Jammie Awards, THIS 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 for this all-ages are 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.   See you Friday at The Intersection!

Henry Conerway III

The Feel Goods
With Pride For Dignity 2018 via Independent
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Blind Lemon Pledge

Moon Madness
Pledge Drive 2016 via Ofeh
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the Soil & the Sun

Are You
Meridian 2014 via Audiotree
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Michigan music and Jammies XVI Winner of Song of the Year

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Fairport Convention

The Youngest Daughter
Jewel In The Crown 1995 via Talking Elephant
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12:40 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. 

Everything is Recorded

Show Love f. Sampha, Syd
Everything Is Recorded By Richard Russell 2018 via Beggars/XL
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Thornetta Davis

Get Up And Dance Away Your Blues
Honest Woman 2016 via Sweet Mama Music
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Michigan music and Jammies XVIII Winner of Best Blues/Soul Album

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12:30 pm
Ferris Coffee (click for more info)

Support for WYCE is provided by Ferris Coffee - a local coffee roaster in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Ferris Coffee is Celebrating its 100th birthday this year and is on a mission to create moments of joy through its specialty products.

More information about their coffee and the people behind it is available at ferris coffee dot com

Nomad

Gathering
Nomad 1994 via Australian Music
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Sturgill Simpson

- Sturgill Simpson - Brace for Impact (Live a Little)
Cuttin' Grass, Vol. 2 2020 via High Top Mountain/Thirty Tigers
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12:20 pm
Turnstiles GR (click for more info)

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

Turnstiles features local and national musicians on Friday and Saturday, karaoke on Mondays, "Turnstiles Unplugs" on Tuesdays, and open mic night every Thursday inviting artists of all levels to share their talents.

On February 22nd they'll be hosting Open Creatives with Ben Erhart, music starts at 9pm and runs until 1 am.

They are open for lunch and dinner, featuring a variety of Craft beers, hand-made cocktails, plus non-alcoholic beverages.

Turnstiles hours, plus information on live music is at Turnstiles G R dot com

The Microscopic Septet

Hang It On A Line
Manhattan Moonrise 2015 via Cuneiform
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JJ Grey & Mofro

NO PLAY! - Rooster
Olustee 2024 via Alligator
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KOKOKO!

Likolo
Fongola 2019 via Transgressive/PIAS
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Grasshoppah

Cajun Mandolin
Oh So Young 2002 via Grinshine Records
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Michigan music and Jammies IV Winner of Local Album of the Year

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12:00 pm
WYCE JAMMIE AWARDS (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Varnum Law, presenting sponsor for The 2024 WYCE Jammie Awards, THIS 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 for this all-ages are 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.   See you Friday at The Intersection!