KEXP

Where the Music Matters

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Languages

English

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Country

United States

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Genres

Alternative, Alternative Rock, Indie Rock +14

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Frequency

90.3 FM

📖 About

KEXP is an independent, nonprofit, listener-supported radio station and arts organization based in Seattle, Washington. Broadcasting on 90.3 FM in Seattle and streaming worldwide online, KEXP is internationally recognized for human-curated music discovery, independent programming, emerging artists, established performers, and exclusive live in-studio sessions. The station presents a broad range of music including alternative rock, indie rock, electronic, hip hop, punk, jazz, folk, world music, reggae, Afrobeats, highlife, ambient, roots, and other eclectic sounds. KEXP was founded at the University of Washington in 1972 as KCMU and became KEXP in 2001. Today, Friends of KEXP operates the station as an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization. KEXP is known for its influential DJs, specialty music programs, live performances, artist interviews, podcasts, music journalism, community events, and its globally popular Live on KEXP performance series.

📋 Details

founded:1972

audience:Local Seattle listeners and a global online audience of music lovers

timezone:America/Los_Angeles

call sign:KEXP-FM

nonprofit:true

ownership:Friends of KEXP

became kexp:2001

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legal owner:Friends of KEXP

music focus:Alternative, indie, rock, electronic, hip hop, punk, jazz, folk, world music and emerging global sounds

programming:Human-curated music programming, specialty shows, variety mixes, artist interviews, live sessions, music discovery, podcasts and community programming

stream type:Internet AAC Audio Stream

station name:KEXP 90.3 FM

coverage area:Seattle metropolitan area, Pacific Northwest and worldwide through online streaming

live sessions:Live on KEXP in-studio performances and artist interviews

primary phone:+1 206-520-5800

broadcast type:FM, HD Radio, Online Streaming

community role:Community-supported independent public media and arts organization

station format:Independent Alternative, Eclectic and Music Discovery Radio

studio location:Seattle Center, Uptown Arts District, Seattle, Washington

former call sign:KCMU

official mission:Enrich your life by championing music and discovery

official station:true

online broadcast:Worldwide Internet Streaming

station category:Noncommercial Community Radio

organization type:501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization

listener supported:true

request song email:dj@kexp.org

request song phone:+1 206-903-5397

broadcast frequency:90.3 FM

independent station:true

secondary broadcast:92.7 FM in the San Francisco Bay Area through KEXC

verification status:verified

donor services email:donorservices@kexp.org

primary contact email:feedback@kexp.org

music submission email:md@kexp.org

technical support email:online-support@kexp.org

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I listen to KEXP?

Click the "Play Now" button above to start listening to KEXP live online.

Q: What genre does KEXP play?

KEXP plays Alternative, Alternative Rock, Indie Rock, Rock, Indie, Electronic, Hip Hop, Punk, Jazz, Folk, Afrobeats, Highlife, Ambient, World Music, Reggae, Roots, Eclectic.

Q: Is KEXP free to listen?

Yes, all radio stations on World Radios are completely free to listen online.