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Playlist from 06/08/2024 @ 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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Ruth Moody

Wanderer
Wanderer 2024 via Blue Muse
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The sort of thing that might put a tear in the eye of a crusty old programmer. Lovely.

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Julian Lage

Tiburon
Speak To Me 2024 via Blue Note
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Patti Smith

Cash
Trampin' 2004 via Sony
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Quinn Sullivan

I Can't Stay (& You can't Go)
Salvation 2024 via Provogue

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2:40 am
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.

Teresa Cristina

Acontece
Canta Cartola 2016 via Nonesuch
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The Juliets

A Perfect Season
Perfect Season 2011 via Independent

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Drew Emmitt

Paving Eisenhower
Freedom Ride 2002 via Compass Records
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Geoff Stradling And The StradBand

Don't Shoot the Messenger
Nimble Digits 2024 via Origin
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2:20 am
Stock Bridge Business Association (click for more info)

The mission of the Stock Bridge Business Association is to connect local businesses with the community, support business growth and development, and honor the history and culture of Grand Rapids' West Side.

The Stock Bridge Business Association envisions a future where all are welcomed and honored for who they are and how they connect within the community, regardless of if they own a business or not.

If you want to know what's happening in the Bridge Street neighborhood, The Stock Bridge Business Association offers a way to connect and hear directly from business owners and representatives.

For more information, visit stockbridgegr dot com.

Saba

Huwauahuwa (Lullaby)
Jidka (The Line) 2007 via World Music Network / Riverboat
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Larry Carlton

Night Sweats
Sapphire Blue 2003 via Bluebird
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Tin Hat Trio

Under The Gun
The Rodeo Eroded 2002 via Rope a Dope
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Tin Hat Trio

Interlude
The Rodeo Eroded 2002 via Rope a Dope
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Soulsavers

Rolling Sky
Broken 2009 via Columbia
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Rosa Agostino and Mark Lanegan, vocal.

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2:00 am
City of Grand Rapids Free Summer Fitness Classes (click for more info)

The City of Grand Rapids, in partnership with Priority Health and Downtown Grand Rapids Inc., is hosting another summer of free outdoor fitness in parks and public spaces across the city.

The city offers 16 dance, cardio, and yoga classes that will run weekly from now until August 22nd. 

These fitness classes will be held weekly, Monday through Thursday, and are free of charge; no registration is required.

Cancellations due to weather will be announced on the City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Facebook page. 

More information is available on the city of Grand Rapids website at grandrapidsmi dot gov

Jessica Lee Wilkes

Something's Goin' On
Lone Wolf 2015 via Free Dirt
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Andy Statman

Burger And Fries
Monroe Bus 2019 via Shefa Records
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The Afro-Caribbean Jazz Collective

El Volcan
Fiesta At Caroga 2024 via Independent
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1:40 am

Leroy Carr

It's Too Short
The Best of... 2004 via Sony
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If I'm reading this correctly, both Scrapper Blackwell and Josh White both appear on this track. 12/17/34

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Brandee Younger

Brandee Younger - Beautiful Is Black
Somewhere Different 2021 via Impulse!
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Jazz Jamaica

Monkey Man
Double Barrel 1998 via Independent
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Kelsey Rottiers & the Rising Tide

Probably; Amen
Kelsey Rottiers & the Rising Tide 2011 via Independent

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1:20 am
West Michigan Growers Group (click for more info)

West Michigan Growers' Group is a 501c3 non-profit that seeks to support local, sustainable farming in West Michigan. 

One of the ways you can support local farms is by purchasing a CSA share. 

CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture, which means you pay the farmer in the spring to enjoy a share of vegetables each week in the summer and fall. 

For more information on finding a CSA farm or to find more ways to support local farmers visit w-m-growers group dot org and tell your farmer you heard about them on WYCE!

John Smith

Lily
The Living Kind 2024 via Commoner
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Badi Assad

Hunger of the Pine
Hatched 2015 via Quatro Ventos
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Wentus Blues Band

Selma
Too Much Mustard 2019 via Ramasound
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Finnish blues! Featuring Duke Robillard.

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Cicada Rhythm

Do Not Destroy
Cicada Rhythm 2015 via Normaltown
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The sound of that bowed bass... very nice.

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1:00 am
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

Queen Esther

Flashin' In Front Of My Eyes
Things Are Looking Up 2024 via EL
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Eddie Spaghetti

What Do I Care
Sundowner 2011 via Bloodshot Records
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Girlyman

Superior
Little Star 2005 via Daemon Records
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Tarek Yamani

Peninsular
Peninsular 2017 via edict records
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12:40 am

Thursday's Child

Spirit
I know this much is true 2006 via Thursday's Child Music
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Mitch Woods

Blue Monday
Gumbo Blues 2010 via Club 88 Records
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Saint Etienne

Last Orders for Gary Stead
Tales From Turnpike House 2005 via Savoy Jazz
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Little Feat

Last Night
Sam's Place 2024 via Hot Tomato
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A Little Walter composition.

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12:20 am
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.

Sally Van Meter

The Bird That I Held in My Hand
All In Good Time 1991 via Sugarhill [Country]
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Jerry Weldon

Rosetta
Those Were The Days 2018 via Cellar Live
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Orchestra Baobab

Caravana
Tribute to Ndiouga Dieng 2017 via World Circuit
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Shelley King

Texas Eagle
Madam Mystic 2024 via Independent
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12:00 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)