For Julian Saporiti, music is not just an opportunity for creative expression but also an avenue to share his rich knowledge of Asian American history. Armed with a PhD in American Studies from Brown, Saporiti recounts these tales, both personal and historical, through No-No Boy.

On this episode of Live on KEXP, find out more about Saporiti’s journey from professor to rock star before diving into a stirring set of songs off his sophomore album, '1975.'

Recorded 05/04/2021.


St. Denis or Bangkok, From a Hotel Balcony


Khmerica


Hapa Book Club: In Praise of Japanese Breakfast, Nina & Luling


Little Saigon


Born in the USA

Watch the full Live on KEXP session on YouTube

For Julian Saporiti, music is not just an opportunity for creative expression but also an avenue to share his rich knowledge of Asian American history. Armed with a PhD in American Studies from Brown, Saporiti recounts these tales, both personal and historical, through No-No Boy.
On this episode of Live on KEXP, find out more about Saporiti&rsquo;s journey from professor to rock star before diving into a stirring set of songs off his sophomore album, '1975.'
Recorded 05/04/2021.
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Little Saigon
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Born in the USA
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<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ls5iQcPqKLs">Watch the full Live on KEXP session on YouTube</a>

Live on KEXP brings you the very best of KEXP’s world-renowned live in-studio and remote performances. Each week, we’ll bring you a new live session, from emerging artists to well-established acts, spanning styles, genres and cultures. Full video of all Live on KEXP performances available at youtube.com/kexp.

Live on KEXP brings you the very best of KEXP’s world-renowned live in-studio and remote performances. Each week, we’ll bring you a new live session, from emerging artists to well-established acts, spanning styles, genres and cultures. Full video of all Live on KEXP performances available at youtube.com/kexp.