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Playlist from 07/20/2024 @ 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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The Staves

Blood I Bled
If I Was 2015 via Nonesuch
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Isaac Freeman

Don't Take Everybody to Be Your Friend
Beautiful Stars 2002 via Lost Highway
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Isaac Freeman

The Liar
Beautiful Stars 2002 via Lost Highway
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Niyaz

Dunya
Niyaz 2005 via Six Degrees Records
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2:40 am
FMG Concert Series Tuesday Evening Music Club (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Frederik Meijer Gardens...sponsors with 88.1 FM WYCE of the Tuesday Evening Music Club...bringing a diverse schedule of local and regional performances to the Amphitheater stage on Tuesday nights

These outdoor performances are free for Meijer Gardens members and any general admission visitor to the Gardens.

This Tuesday, July 23rd, The Diatribe, presents an evening of the poetic stylings of Marcel Fable Price, a former Poet Laureate of Grand Rapids, as well as Foster, aka Auto Pilot, an orator, and a co-founder of The Diatribe. There'll also be live music from singer-songwriter Karisa Wilson, and the hip-hop/ R&B band, Bedrock.

Tuesday Evening Music Club is supported by WYCE Community Radio, *Ayers Basement Systems, Meyer Music and Corporate Live. 

The full lineup and more information are at Meijer Gardens dot org slash Tuesday.

Tom Iscariot

Next Best Thing
Minor Figures 2024 via Diamond Wine
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Tanita Tikaram

Play Me Again [Live]
Can't Go Back 2012 via Eagle Rock Entertainment
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Linton Kwesi Johnson

Di Anfinish Revalueshan
Tings an' Times 1991 via Shanachie
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Meat Beat Manifesto

Shotgun! [Blast to the Brain]
At the Center 2005
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2:20 am
Michigan Music Alliance (click for more info)
The Michigan Music Alliance provides accessible professional development for the Michigan music community through a variety of programming, events, and sales of the classic Support Michigan Music merchandise. 

Programming includes the B-Side Sessions, educational music business webinars, and events; including an Industry Lunch and a rotating monthly networking opportunity for the local music community. 

The Michigan Music Alliance envisions a statewide music scene that thrives on diversity and inclusion, and celebrates collaboration over competition. 

Support Michigan music!  More information is  at michigan music alliance dot org

The Bo-Keys

Bling Bling
The Royal Sessions 2004 via Yellow Dog Records
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Nous Non Plus

Toi et Moi
Menagerie 2008 via Aeronaut Records
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Reuben and The Dark

Bow and Arrow
Funeral Sky 2014 via Arts & Crafts
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Broadcast

Electric Light
From The Horizon 2016 via Independent
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The Marsupials

Left Hand Path
End Times Are Nigh 2023 via Independent
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2:00 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.

Ron Westray & Thomas Heflin

Exile_ Remember The Homeless
Live from Austin 2012 via Blue Canoe
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Nora Jean Bruso

What I Been Through
Going Back To Mississippi 2004 via Severn
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1:40 am
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Chicha Libre

Tequila! (feat. Son Rompe Pera)
Tequila Y Aguardiente 2024 via Barbes
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Psicodelico!
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Carmen Lundy

Soul to Soul
Soul to Soul 2014 via Afrasia Productions
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Kieran Kane, Kevin Welch, Fats Kaplin

Callin' You
Kane Welch Kaplin 2007 via Compass
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Marianne Faithfull

City of Quartz
Before the Poison 2005 via Anti
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1:20 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.

Parlor Greens

Steam Presser
In Green We Dream 2024 via Colemine
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The Get Right Band

Somebody Help Me
Who's In Charge 2016 via Independent
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The Get Right Band

Interlude 2
Who's In Charge 2016 via Independent
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Mazzy Star

Does Someone Have Your Baby Now
Seasons of Your Day 2013 via Fontana
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1:00 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)

Mariachi El Bronx

Valya
Mariachi El Bronx [III] 2014 via ATO
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Heather Styka

Atlantis
Lifeboats for Atlantis 2011 via CD BABY.COM/INDYS

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Night Beats

One Thing
Myth Of A Man 2019 via Heavenly/PIAS
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Bitter-Sweet

Salty Air [Fort Knox Five Remix]
The Remix Game 2007 via Quango
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12:40 am
GRAM On The Green 2024 (click for more info)

Free summer concerts return to downtown Grand Rapids this month as WYCE and The Grand Rapids Art Museum present GRAM on the Green an outdoor concert series.

The next free concert is July 25th, as WYCE presents live music from Patty PerShayla and the Mayhaps.

Music starts at 6 pm on the Museum Terrace, there will also be food trucks, a cash bar and WYCE merchandise available.

Come for the music, and stay for the art, as the Art Museum is also open for Meijer Free Thursday Nights.

More information on our upcoming GRAM on the Green is at "art museum G-R dot O-R-G"

Paul Benoit

I Fell In
The King's Dream 2023 via Independent
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Laura Rain & The Caesars

Pay To Play
Gold 2015 via LRC Records

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Thomas Mapfumo & Wadada Leo Smith

Masimba-Strenght to Overcome
Dreams And Secrets 2001 via Anonym Records
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12:20 am
WMCAT Step Year (click for more info)

Figuring out your next steps when you're a young adult is intimidating. 

There are many questions like "What do I want do?" "Should I go to college?" "Can I even afford it?" 

At the West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology, they believe that "I don't know" is a great place to start. 

Step Year, WMCAT's tuition-free college and career exploration program, is specifically designed to help you find your next steps whether that be college, a trade certificate, a new job, or maybe something you haven't thought of yet. 

Kent County young adults ages 18 to 24 can apply now for Step Year at wmcat dot org forward slash step year.

T Sisters

Broken Wings
Kindred Lines 2014 via Independent
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The Heavy

Blood Dirt Love Stop
The Glorious Dead 2012 via Ninja Tune
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Ceu

Camadas
Tropix 2016 via Six Degrees
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Liquid Soul

Jazz Machine
Liquid Soul 1996 via Ark 21
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Sonny Gullage

File It Under Blues
Go Be Free 2024 via Blind Pig
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12:00 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.