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Playlist from 08/26/2024 @ 3:00pm

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Show is about as varied as the Sparks catalog of albums

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all tracks listed in reverse chronological order

Leon Spencer

Our Love Will Never Die
Louisiana Slim (1971) 2021 via Craft Recordings
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Te'Amir

Blue Nile
Abyssinia Rise [EP] 2018 via Tru-Thoughts
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Run the Jewels

Ooh La La ft. Santa Fe Klan - (Mexican Institute of Sound's version) [CLEAN]
RTJ CU4TRO 2022 via Jewel Runners/BMG
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Michelle Blades

Globitos
Nombrar Las Cosas 2020 via Midnight Special
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5:40 pm
Code for Good West Michigan (click for more info)

If your non-profit organization is in need of a technology makeover or if you are a web specialist looking to give back to your community, then Code for Good West Michigan is looking for you.

Code for Good West Michigan is a group of tech and design professionals who volunteer to help nonprofits manage their technology needs. 

During Weekend for Good in November,  Code for Good West Michigan designs and launches websites, dashboards, and other software for nonprofit organizations.

If your nonprofit needs a digital lift, or  you're a tech pro looking for a worthy cause, you can learn more at code-for-good-w-m-dot-org.

Los Retros

It's Got To Be You
Looking Back [EP] 2021 via Stones Throw
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Rosie Flores

Teenage Rampage
Simple Case Of The Blues 2019 via Last Music Company
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Al & The Black Cats

I'm A Rockabilly Rebel
The Fabulous Rockabilly Sounds of The Black Cats 2006 via Rooby
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5:30 pm

WITCH

Stop The Rot
Zango 2023 via Desert Days
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Banditos

DDT
Visionland 2017 via Bloodshot
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5:20 pm
PAWS WITH A CAUSE-FOSTER PUPPIES (click for more info)

You can help change lives by volunteering for Paws With A Cause.

Enhancing the independence and quality of life for people with disabilities begins with choosing to be volunteer Foster Puppy Raisers. 

These volunteers play an important part in the PAWS mission by providing puppies with a loving home and basic care. 

No training experience is needed, and flexible commitment options are available for various schedules. 

More information on volunteering as Foster Puppy Raisers can be found at: pawswithacause dot org

GA-20

My Baby's Sweeter [Live]
Live In Loveland [Live] 2023 via Karma Chief
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Iguana Death Cult

Radio Brainwave (Clean)
Echo Palace 2023 via Innovative Leisure
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The Texas Gentlemen

Easy St.
Floor It!!! 2020 via New West
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Raphael Saadiq

100 Yard Dash
The Way I See It 2008 via Sony
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5:00 pm
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

TheEEs

Indian Summer
Temptations of Sound 2023 via LOLA
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Grupo Aye

Guajiro Del Corazon
Guajiro Del Corazon 2011 via Independent

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Mgmt

Mother Nature
Loss of Life 2024 via Mom + Pop
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James Vincent McMorrow

Planes in the Sky
Grapefruit Season 2021 via RCA
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Guantanamo Baywatch

Mesa, AZ
Desert Center 2017 via Suicide Squeeze
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Joshua Hedley

Country & Western
Neon Blue 2022 via New West
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4:40 pm

Bangups

Hellcat!
Hellcat 2013 via Independent
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4:30 pm

COMPILATIONS

The Shacks - Follow Me
Crown Jewels, Vol. 2 2022 via Big Crown

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Fantastic Negrito

Chocolate Samurai
Have You Lost Your Mind Yet 2020 via Cooking Vinyl
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Cordovas

Stone Cold Stoned
The Rose Of Aces 2023 via ATO
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4:20 pm
GRPL-Community Game Nights (click for more info)

The Grand Rapids Public Library is proud to announce a series of Community Game Nights.

Community Game Nights will be held on September 18, October 16, November 27, and December 18, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the library's Ottawa Hills Branch at 1150 Giddings Ave SE.

The library will provide a variety of games for community members, families, and friends to play. Attendees are also welcome to bring their board games. 

All library events are free and open to the public. More information is available at grpl dot org. 

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Mitch Woods

Chicago Express (Ft James Cotton)
Friends Along The Way 2017 via eOne
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Thank you Mike!

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Son Volt

Beautiful Texas Sunshine
Day Of The Doug 2023 via Transmit Sounds
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Nathan Kalish

Songs for Nobody
Songs For Nobody 2020 via Independent

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Bahamas

I Got You Babe (Ft The 400 Unit)
Live To Tape, Vol. 1 2021 via Brushfire
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William Elliott Whitmore

Run Johnny Run
Kilonova 2018 via Bloodshot
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The Two Tracks

Beautiful
Cheers To Solitude 2020 via Independent
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4:00 pm
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.

Abiah

See-Line Woman
Abiah Sings Nina 2018 via Independent
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Lee Fields & The Expressions

Do You Know
Big Crown Vaults, Vol. 1 2020 via Big Crown
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Cuco

Sitting In The Corner Feat. Kacey Musgraves & Adriel Favela
Fantasy Gateway 2022 via Interscope
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Midnight Sister

Doctor Says
Painting The Roses 2021 via Jagjaguwar
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Dispatch

Only The Wild Ones
America, Location 12 2017 via Bomber Records
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3:40 pm
Live Nation - Dispatch (click for more info)

Support for WYCE comes from Live Nation presenting Dispatch at GLC Live at 20 Monroe.

Dispatch will be bringing their "AMPlifying Democracy" Tour to Grand Rapids on October 11th.

Dispatch is an indie roots band taking influence from Reggae and Nigerian street music.

More information on Dispatch at GLC Live at 20 Monroe is available at live nation dot com.

The Brook & The Bluff

Misnomer
Yard Sale 2021 via Independent
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Girl Ray

Don't Go Back at Ten
Earl Grey 2017 via Moshi Moshi
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Michigander

Superglue
It Will Never Be The Same 2023 via C3
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3:30 pm
Promo - Local Spins (click for more info)

Local Spins on WYCE is a 1-hour exploration of the best music from the Grand Rapids area and West Michigan. The program often debuts new songs by seasoned artists as well as emerging acts who merit attention and broader exposure.

The show is hosted by John "SINK-uh-vitch" from LocalSpins.com -- the website that covers West Michigan's music scene. Each week, John invites local artists into the studio for live music and conversation.

Tune in for "Local Spins on WYCE" every Friday at 11 am and again Sunday at 5 pm on 88.1 FM WYCE, online at WYCE.org, and on our app.

COMPILATIONS

Ashtray - Please Please Please
Midnight Special Presents Nocturnes 2021 via Midnight Special

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La Force

xo skeleton
XO SKELETON 2023 via Secret City
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3:20 pm
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

Eerie Wanda

Birds Arent Real
Internal Radio 2022 via Joyful Noise
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Muito Kaballa

Lugar Ao Sol
Everything Is Broke 2019 via Switchstance
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Hot Chip

Hard To Be Funky
Freakout - Release 2022 via Domino
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Keleketla!

Shepherd Song (Esa & His Afro-Synth Band Version)
Keleketla! Remixes 2020 via Ahead Of Our Time
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Tony Allen

One Inna Million (feat. Lava La Rue)
There Is No End (Clean Version) 2021 via Blue Note
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3:00 pm
Arbor Circle PSA (click for more info)

Arbor Circle is proud to be one of West Michigan's most comprehensive providers of mental health counseling, substance use treatment, and family services.

Serving thousands of children, individuals, and families each year, their expert staff partner with people and communities in pursuit of growth and healing. 

Arbor Circle's variety of services includes The Bridge, a 24 hour crisis shelter for children and youth ages 10 to 17 experiencing homelessness.

Learn more about Arbor Circle by visiting Arbor Circle DOT ORG.