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Playlist from 07/05/2025 @ 8:00am

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Over The Rhine

If a Song Could Be President
The Trumpet Child 2007 via Great Speckled Dog
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Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors

Family
Dragons 2019 via Magnolia/Thirty Tigers
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Jake Shimabukuro Trio

Strong in Broken Places
Trio 2020 via Mascot
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Michelle Shocked

That's So Amazing
Deep Natural 2002 via Mighty Sound
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9:40 am
DGRI (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Downtown Grand Rapids Inc....bringing free summer programming like Relax at Rosa on Thursdays, street soccer leagues and farmers markets at Las Canchas, outdoor movies, and more. 

On Thursday July 10th, Relax at Rosa has live music from Cabildo and Epcya.

There will also be food trucks and Quinn Mathews' broadcast of WYCE's "GR Live" from Rosa Parks Amphitheatre at noon.

You can follow @ downtown gr inc  for details on upcoming event announcements from DGRI, and Downtown Gr dot Org (downtowngr.org)

Chance the Rapper

Do You Remember [feat. Death Cab for Cutie]
The Big Day 2019 via Independent
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Etta James

I'd Rather Go Blind
Her Best 1997 via MCA
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9:30 am
Beaver Island Music Fest 2025 (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from the Beaver Island Music Festival, happening July 17-19 on Beaver Island.

Beaver Island Music Festival strives to create opportunities for artists, be an educational resource, and encourage community and family involvement in an outdoor environment..

This year's line-up includes Nathan Walton and the Remedy, Katy Gullien & the Drive, The Whiskey Charmers, and several others!

 For tickets and more information, it's B I M F dot net

Passenger

Coins in a Fountain
Whispers 2014 via Nettwerk
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Donna The Buffalo

All the Time
Rockin' In The Weary Land 1998 via Sugarhill [Country]
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9:20 am
Brand It Blue for AYA Youth Collective (click for more info)
Brand It Blue, organized by Express Employment Professionals, invites West Michigan companies to join them in supporting local nonprofit, AYA Youth Collective, by collecting much-needed essential items.

AYA Youth Collective serves youth ages 14-24 and is dedicated to creating safe spaces and stable futures for youth experiencing homelessness or housing instability. 

Brand It Blue Initiative runs from July 14 to August 13 and offers donation collection sites at local businesses across Greater Grand Rapids. 

Donors can drop off items at Express Employment at 1760 44th Street SW, Suite 10, in Grand Rapids. 

Businesses interested in getting involved can call 616-281-0611.

Ztella

80 Days
Adagio 2025 via Sub Pop
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Evidence

The Message
The Message 2007 via Smitty Music Company
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Michigan musicians!

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Travis Haddix

Two Jobs with a Paper Route
Ring On Her Finger, Rope Around My Neck 2013 via Benevolent Blues
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Melissa Ferrick

Back in Love
Listen Hard 2002 via Right on Records
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Jason Isbell

Gravelweed
Foxes in the Snow 2025 via Southeastern
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9:00 am
Culinary Cultivations (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Culinary Cultivations.

Culinary Cultivations is committed to providing a team of food service professionals for client events, functions, and parties. 

Their team comprises professionals in all positions: chefs, cooks, dishwashers, servers, and more.

They pride themselves on honesty, transparency, diversity, and kindness to all team members and are always looking for food service professionals who desire a flexible schedule.

More information is at Culinary Cultivations dot org.

Jordan Hamilton

Fun
Project Freedom 2024 via Mello Music Group
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Michigan musician!
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The Head and The Heart

Jubilee
Aperture 2025 via Verve Forecast
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Rita Marley

So Much Things to Say
We Must Carry On 1991 via Shanachie
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Jennifer Lyn & The Groove Revival

Soul Saver
Retrograde 2025 via J & R Collective
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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([email protected]) for our trusted recommendations.

Ben Allison & Steve Cardenas & Ted Nash

The Afterbeat
Tell the Birds I Said Hello- The Music of Herbie Nichols 2024 via Sonic Camera
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Hiss Golden Messenger

Biloxi
Heart Like a Levee 2016 via Merge
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8:30 am
GRPL - An evening with Michigan authors Bonnie Jo Campbell and Josh Malerman (click for more info)
The Grand Rapids Public Library (GRPL) is excited to host a special evening with Michigan authors Bonnie Jo Campbell and Josh Malerman on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at St. Cecilia Music Center in Grand Rapids. 

Authors Campbell and Malerman will discuss their work, their latest books, and the impact of Michigan as a setting in contemporary fiction.  

After the conversation, a book signing will take place, and this event is open to the public at no charge.

More information is available at GRPL dot org.

Dobet Gnahore

Yakane
Couleur 2021 via Cumbancha
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Lucinda Williams

Metal Firecracker
Car Wheels On A Gravel Road 1998 via Island / Mercury
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8:20 am
Michigan Music Alliance (click for more info)
The Michigan Music Alliance provides equitable professional growth opportunities for the Michigan Music Community. 

Programming includes the B-Side Sessions, an Industry Lunch, and the annual Music Econ Summit. 

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

Learn how you can do more to Support Michigan Music at michigan music alliance dot org
 

Bella Brown & The Jealous Lovers

Bang, Bang, Bang
Soul Clap 2024 via LRK
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One last round of fireworks for you!
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Claudio Scolari

Earth Dance Esplosions
Colors of red island 2010 via Island
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The New Pornographers

Firework In The Falling Snow
Continue As A Guest 2023 via Merge
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COMPILATIONS

Fireworks
Cafe Con Musica 2012 via Nacional

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First Aid Kit

Fireworks
Ruins 2018 via Sony Music
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8:00 am
Culinary Cultivations (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Culinary Cultivations.

Culinary Cultivations is committed to providing a team of food service professionals for client events, functions, and parties. 

Their team comprises professionals in all positions: chefs, cooks, dishwashers, servers, and more.

They pride themselves on honesty, transparency, diversity, and kindness to all team members and are always looking for food service professionals who desire a flexible schedule.

More information is at Culinary Cultivations dot org.