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Playlist from 08/18/2024 @ 12:00am

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Alex Cuba

Amor En La Distancia
Mendo 2021 via Caracol
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Mariah Parker

Song For Satie
Indo Latin Jazz Live in Concert 2017 via Ancient Future
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The Blind Boys of Alabama

Just Wanna See His Face
Spirit of the Century 2000 via Real World
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Rachel Zylstra

Dare I Go
Autumn 2023 via Independent

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2:40 am
Green Home Institute (click for more info)
The Green Home Institute, a local nonprofit, reminds you how to benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act, which can help you get money to make your home more comfortable and energy efficient. 
The Inflation Reduction Act provides rebates and tax credits to improve your home's heating, cooling, water heating, and insulation. 
Learn more about how you can reduce your utility bills and how to evaluate the needs of your home at greenhomeinstitute dot org slash i r a

Son Lux

The Fool You Need
Brighter Wounds 2018 via City Slang
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Delfeayo Marsalis

Blue Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo 2017 via Troubadour Jass Records
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Black Joe Lewis

Dar Es Salaam
Electric Slave 2013 via INGROOVES
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Kim Richey

Chapel Avenue
Every New Beginning 2024 via Yep Roc
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2:20 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

Loving

Simple Moon
If I Am Only My Thoughts 2020 via Last Gang
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Enrique Nicolas Noviello

Sativa
The Great Hunger 2020 via Switchstance
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Daniel Romano

Gleaming Sects Of Aniram
Finally Free 2019 via New West
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Joey Gaydos Jr., Noah Mercil, Ben Steer

I See Some Pianos
Moth Week 2024 via Independent
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2:00 am
Friends of Grand Rapids Parks (click for more info)
Friends of Grand Rapids Parks is partnering with Premier and Chill Foundation West Michigan to provide a free skate and build a demo for all ages and skill levels.

On Wednesday, August 28th, members of the Premier team, skatepark builders, and local artists will guide a skate demo workshop at Clemente DIY Skate Park. 

GR Outdoor and Chill Foundation will provide a limited supply of free rental skateboards and safety equipment for the skateboarding class.

The class begins at 5:30 and offers introductory-level training that is free and open to the public. 

Registration is available online AND in person.

Learn more about this and other free workshops at friendsofgrparks dot org

alanis morissette

Smiling
Such Pretty Forks In The Road 2020 via Thirty Tigers
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Wyatt Flores

Astronaut (Clean)
Life Lessons 2023 via Island
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Debo Band

Blue Awaze
Ere Gobez 2017 via FPE Records
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Lady Ace Boogie

Free (feat. Steven Malcolm)
That's All For Now 2020 via Independent

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1:40 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.

The Gabbard Brothers

Gimme Some Of That
The Gabbard Brothers 2022 via Karma Chief
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Norah Jones

Staring at the Wall
Visions 2024 via Blue Note
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John Lee Hooker Jr

Tell It Like It Is
All Hooked Up 2012 via Steppin' Stone Records
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COMPILATIONS

Migra (Chile) - Baile Noomade
Putumayo Presents Reggae Routes 2024 via Putumayo Discovery

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1:20 am
Eastown Street Fair (click for more info)

WYCE and the Eastown Community Association are inviting you to the 51st Annual Eastown Street Fair, Saturday September 7th!

This event is a family-friendly celebration of arts, crafts, food, live local music, and the unique Eastown neighborhood; one of Grand Rapids' most eclectic districts!

Once again, WYCE will be on-hand with a large and diverse selection of pre-owned vinyl and CDs. We'll also have your favorite YCE merch for sale, including shirts, WYCE hats, and more!

The 51st Annual Eastown Street Fair runs from 9 AM to 10 PM Saturday, September 7th.

Details and more information are at eastown dot org.

Ruth Moody

Wanderer
Wanderer 2024 via Blue Muse
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Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever

French Press
The French Press 2017 via Sub Pop
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Ruthie Foster

I Really Love You
The Truth According to Ruthie Foster 2009 via Blue Corn Music
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Dan Bern

I'm In
Starting Over 2024 via Grand Phony Music
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1:00 am
Revive & Thrive Project PSA (click for more info)

Revive & Thrive Project is a local non-profit organization that aims to nourish greater Grand Rapids, one meal at a time. 

Since 2015, Revive & Thrive Project has served over 70,000 nutritious, home-delivered meals to individuals and families facing a health crisis in greater Grand Rapids. 

Meals are provided with a focus on improving health outcomes, reducing healthcare costs, and creating a community of vital support.

To learn how you can support Revive & Thrive Project  by serving as a volunteer or by making a financial donation, visit reviveandthriveproject dot org

Leti Garza

Mi Amor (English)
Canciones Sobre La Vida y La Murete 2024 via Garza Azul
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Damien Jurado

Allocate
The Horizon Just Laughed 2018 via Secretly Canadian
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Arcade Fire

The Lightning I, II (radio edit -
WE 2022 via Columbia
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Dawn Elizabeth

Black Russian
Dawn 2020 via Independent
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12:40 am
Comprenew (click for more info)
Electronic waste is growing at an alarming rate, harming our environment and communities daily. 
Comprenew, a local nonprofit, is doing its part to combat this crisis through proper e-waste recycling and refurbishment of electronic waste. 
Instead of letting old electronics pile up at home or at work, Comprenew encourages you to be a part of the solution.
Visit comprenew dot org for information on recycling electronic waste here in West Michigan and helping to create a greener future.

Bokani Dyer

State of the Nation (feat. Damani Nkosi)
Radio Sechaba 2023 via Brownswood
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Baby Rose

Power
Through and Through 2023 via Secretly Canadian
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Rick Magrath

Speechless
Disconnected 2024 via Independent
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BALTHVS

Sun Coloured Eyes
Harvest 2024 via Domino
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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.

Lydia Loveless

Dead Writer
Daughter 2020 via Independent
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Jes Kramer

You Can Have That City
Nine 2011 via Independent

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Jaco Pastorius

Bluesette
Truth, Liberty & Soul _ Live In NYC 2017 via Resonance
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Remi Wolf

Cinderella
Big Ideas 2024 via Island
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12:00 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