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Playlist from 02/11/2025 @ 7:00am

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Music is what feelings sound like. - Unknown

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all tracks listed in reverse chronological order

Rickie Lee Jones

Running From Mercy
Traffic From Paradise 1993 via Geffen Records
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This is her seventh album. Leo Kottke on 6-string, 12-string, slide acoutic guitar, and backing vocal on this track.

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Marianne Faithfull

No Moon In Paris
Negative Capability 2019 via Panta Rei/BMG
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Words and music by Marianne Faithfull. She died January 30 of this year at the age of 78. Had a four year relationship with Mick Jagger in the late 60s.

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Louis Prima

Buona Sera
Capitol Collectors Series 1991 via Capitol
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Warren Zevon

Mr. Bad Example
Mr. Bad Example 1991 via Warner Brothers
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Died at the age of 56 from mesothelioma, a lung cancer from asbestos exposure.

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8:40 am
PROMO-WYCE Estate Plan Reminder (click for more info)

Have you ever wondered what you can do to pay it forward and make sure WYCE Radio is here for your kids and grandkids to enjoy?

In addition to your generous continuing support for WYCE while you're still with us, please consider including a financial gift to WYCE in your estate plan.

If you haven't already, we encourage you to consult with your estate planning attorney about the benefits of leaving a gift to support WYCE. 

If you don't have an estate planning attorney, don't hesitate to contact Station Manager Phil Tower(phil@grcmc.org) for our trusted recommendations.

Ernie Watts

Velocity
Wheel Of Time 2016 via Flying Dolphin Records
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He recorded this album when he was 71. Grammy-winning jazz and R&B saxophonist he was born in 1945. He's toured with the Rolling Stones. On Frank Zappa's album The Grand Wazoo he played the "Mystery Horn", a straight-necked C melody saxophone.

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8:30 am

Luke Winslow-King

Good Morning
Flash-A-Magic 2024 via Bloodshot
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Born in Cadillac, MI and now makes his home in Aragon, Spain. Known for his slide guitar work. He is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer, and lyricist.

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Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit

Save The World
Weathervanes 2023 via Southeastern / Thirty Tigers
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Won two Grammys in 2024 for Best Americana Song "Cast Iron Skillet" and Best Americana album "Weathervanes." He's been sober for 13 years now.

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8:20 am
Absolute Solar - Solarize GR (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Absolute Solar, the City of Grand Rapids, and the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association, presenting a Solarize GR Informational Session, Thursday, February 20th, at 06:30 PM at City Built Brewing Company.
The session is designed to offer information about installing and using solar in your home.
The event is open to the public at no charge, but registration is encouraged.
More details are at  grandrapidsmi dot gov, and searching "solarize."

Third Coast Swing

I Wish You Love
Stompin' At Griswold 2024 via Independent
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Performing at the Jammies on February 28. Nominated for Best Jazz Album. Inspired by Django Reinhardt.

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Root Doctor

Someone Else Is Steppin' In
New Attitude 2013 via Independent
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In 2021 they retired from the local music scene after 32 years!

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Mary Gauthier

Empty Spaces
Mercy Now 2005 via Lost Highway
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Much of Mercy Now was written at her favorite hotel in Amsterdam. It's one of her favorite cities. Her first record deal was on a Dutch label and she tours there regularly.

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Lorraine Klaasen and Mongezi Ntaka

Kilimanjaro
Ukubonga [Gratitude] 2022 via Justin Time
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8:00 am

Overdrive Orchestra

Looking Glass
Restless Star 2024 via Independent
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Nominated for Best Rock Album. Group was founded in 2011.

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Jordan Hamilton

Pending Deals
Project Freedom 2024 via Mello Music Group
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Nominated for WYCE Artist of the Year

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Mavis Staples

If All I Was Was Black
If All I Was Was Black 2017 via Anti
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Thirteenth studio album released in 2017. Written and produced by Jeff Tweedy.

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Kyle Brown & The Human Condition

How It's Supposed To Be
The Touch Of Grass 2024 via Independent
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Nominated in the Best Americana Album category.

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Yoshida Brothers

Cherry Blossoms in Winter
Best of Yoshida Brothers- Tsugaru Shamisen 2008 via Domo Records
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The two brothers perform the traditional Japanese music style which originated in northerner Japan.

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7:40 am
GLC Live at 20 Monroe- Hippie Sabotage (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Live Nation presenting Hippie Sabotage at GLC Live at 20 Monroe on May 14th.

Hippie Sabotage are an electronic and hip-hop duo, including elements of psych and indie rock.

Carpetman will be joining them on this tour.

Tickets and more information for Hippie Sabotage at GLC Live can be found online at live nation dot com.

The Rolling Stones

Wild Horses [Live]
Stripped [Live] 1995 via Virgin
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Black Gardenia

I'm Just Waitin' For Your Call
Lucky Star 2017 via Vintage Jazz
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Vancouver based five-piece group.

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7:30 am
Grand Rapids Public Library (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from the Grand Rapids Public Library.

On Tuesday, February 18th, join Sophia Brewer, an academic librarian at Grand Rapids Community College, as she delves into her research on early African American women's clubs and the remarkable women who led these organizations right here in Grand Rapids.

The event will take place at the Grand Rapids Public Library. 

Learn more at grpl.org

Reverend Freakchild

Don't Miss Nothing 'til It's Gone
Bare Bones 2024 via Treated and Released
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International recording artist born in Hawaii. Known for a distinct style of blues incorporating elements of psychedelic music, country music, and the blues.

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Shawn Colvin

Something to Believe In
Steady On 1989 via Sony
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Her first album, Steady On, won the Grammy for Best Contemporary Folk.

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7:20 am
Grand Rapids Symphony - Preview Show (click for more info)

The Grand Rapids Symphony is hosting their annual Season Preview Concert, and you're invited!

The special concert is free and open to the public on Tuesday February 11th at 7:30 pm at Devos Performance Hall.

The Symphony's season preview concert will feature sneak peeks for the music planned for their 2025/26 season, taking you on a musical journey around the globe. 

You'll also get the chance to hear from symphony leadership and experience the Grand Rapids Symphony in a variety of styles. 

Seats for the Symphony's season preview concert are free, but reservations are required at grsymphony dot org

Louis Prima

Buona Sera
Capitol Collectors Series 1991 via Capitol
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The Wild Honey Collective

Lily
The Wild Honey Collective, Vol. 3 2024 via GTG
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Playing at the Jammies on February 28. Nominated for Best Roots Album.

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Candid Antics

Sparck Featuring Dutcher Snedeker
Sounds Like Music 2024 via Independent
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A six-piece fusion band from Grand Rapids. Nominated for Artist of the year.

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Evan Nicole Bell

Liar's Anthem
Shades Of Blue 2025 via Hummingbird
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This 28 year old received attention in August of 2022 following a viral video showcasing her singing and playing "Crosscut Saw" by Albert King.

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May Erlewine

Fine Line
Mother Lion 2017 via EarthWorkMusic
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Multi-instrumentalist has released more than 15 albums since the early 2000s.

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7:00 am
Solarize GR (click for more info)
If you're interested in saving money by installing solar for your home, you're invited to attend the free Solarize GR information session to learn more about this local program that brings friends, neighbors, and communities together for group-buy solar discounts. 

Solarize GR Will be held on Thursday, February 20th at 06:30 PM, at City Built Brewing Company in Grand Rapids.

The event is sponsored by, The City of Grand Rapids, Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association, and Absolute Solar.

The event is open to the public at no charge, but registration is encouraged.

Learn more at grandrapidsmi dot gov, and typing "solarize" in the search bar.