Bam Bam was a Black woman-fronted grunge band in Seattle in the early 80s—before grunge was a defined genre. Larry Mizell Jr. tells the story of Bam Bam and the life of frontwoman Tina Bell. He also explores why we’ve never heard of this group before and why their story has been erased from Seattle music history.

Then, KEXP Audioasis DJ and The Black Tones frontwoman Eva Walker leads a panel of fellow Black musicians to react to Bam Bam’s music and story and discuss the landscape for Black rockers in Seattle’s music scene today.

Bam Bam was a Black woman-fronted grunge band in Seattle in the early 80s&mdash;before grunge was a defined genre. Larry Mizell Jr. tells the story of Bam Bam and the life of frontwoman Tina Bell. He also explores why we&rsquo;ve never heard of this group before and why their story has been erased from Seattle music history.
Then, KEXP Audioasis DJ and The Black Tones frontwoman Eva Walker leads a panel of fellow Black musicians to react to Bam Bam&rsquo;s music and story and discuss the landscape for Black rockers in Seattle&rsquo;s music scene today.

The Sound & Vision podcast from KEXP features interviews, panels, reporting and commentary that digs into the stories behind the music, with in-depth discussion of the most important issues facing music and arts communities. New episodes are published on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with bonus features throughout the week. Sound & Vision is hosted by Emily Fox and Larry Mizell, Jr.

The Sound &amp; Vision podcast from KEXP features interviews, panels, reporting and commentary that digs into the stories behind the music, with in-depth discussion of the most important issues facing music and arts communities. New episodes are published on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with bonus features throughout the week. Sound &amp; Vision is hosted by Emily Fox and Larry Mizell, Jr.

Sound & Vision

The Sound & Vision podcast from KEXP features interviews, panels, reporting and commentary that digs into the stories behind the music, with in-depth discussion of the most important issues facing music and arts communities. Sound & Vision is hosted by Emily Fox and Larry Mizell, Jr.

The Sound &amp; Vision podcast from KEXP features interviews, panels, reporting and commentary that digs into the stories behind the music, with in-depth discussion of the most important issues facing music and arts communities. Sound &amp; Vision is hosted by Emily Fox and Larry Mizell, Jr.

Tina Bell: Unsung Goddess of Grunge

Magic Al is the alias of Alex Bingham– a producer and bass player who has played with a lot of indie/folk bands from North Carolina including Hiss Golden Messenger. He’s out with his first solo album called 'Good Grief.'

Bingham talks with Emily Fox about how the death of four loved ones in the same year led him to make an album and how music brought joy back into his life. 

Magic Al is the alias of Alex Bingham– a producer and bass player who has played with a lot of indie/folk bands from North Carolina including Hiss Golden Messenger. He’s out with his first solo album called 'Good Grief.'
Bingham talks with Emily Fox about how the death of four loved ones in the same year led him to make an album and how music brought joy back into his life.

Magic Al Finds Joy and 'Good Grief' on Debut Album

Since iconic rap duo Outkast went on hiatus in 2006, fans have been clamoring for a solo album from Andre 3000. Now, 17 years later, he’s finally delivered with a new record called New Blue Sun… only, instead of rapping he’s playing the flute.

KEXP’s Dusty Henry shares his reflections on why the album is one of his favorites of 2023 and how Andre 3000’s direction into ambient/New Age music might be the calming salve we need for our current times.

What’s your favorite album of the year? KEXP is asking listeners to vote for their favorite records in our Best of 2023 countdown. Vote now at KEXP.org and tune in December 15th to hear what albums made the list.

Since iconic rap duo Outkast went on hiatus in 2006, fans have been clamoring for a solo album from Andre 3000. Now, 17 years later, he’s finally delivered with a new record called New Blue Sun… only, instead of rapping he’s playing the flute.
KEXP’s Dusty Henry shares his reflections on why the album is one of his favorites of 2023 and how Andre 3000’s direction into ambient/New Age music might be the calming salve we need for our current times.
What’s your favorite album of the year? KEXP is asking listeners to vote for their favorite records in our Best of 2023 countdown. Vote now at <a href="http://kexp.org/" data-stringify-link="http://KEXP.org" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-loopstyle="linkonly">KEXP.org</a> and tune in December 15th to hear what albums made the list.

Andre 3000’s Ambient Flute Record and Finding Solace in 2023

Many venues in Seattle and beyond aren’t equipped to get wheelchair users inside or on stage, pointing to a broader issue of accessibility in live music. Emily Fox speaks with venues, performers, and concertgoers about this issue, including: 
Seattle musician Mindie Lind who wrote the article, “I Stopped Performing Music Because Venues Are Ableist.”
Eric Howk, guitarist in the Grammy award-winning band, Portugal. The Man. 
Seattle concertgoer Jess Piraino who runs the Instagram account Shoes At Shows In Seattle.  

We also hear from Seattle artist King Khazm about his song, disAbility.

Many venues in Seattle and beyond aren’t equipped to get wheelchair users inside or on stage, pointing to a broader issue of accessibility in live music. Emily Fox speaks with venues, performers, and concertgoers about this issue, including: 
<ul>
<li>Seattle musician Mindie Lind who wrote the article, <a href="https://www.thestranger.com/music/2023/05/16/78994309/i-stopped-performing-music-because-venues-are-ableist">“I Stopped Performing Music Because Venues Are Ableist.”</a> </li>
<li>Eric Howk, guitarist in the Grammy award-winning band, Portugal. The Man. </li>
<li>Seattle concertgoer Jess Piraino who runs the Instagram account <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shoes_at_shows_in_seattle/?hl=en">Shoes At Shows In Seattle</a>.  </li>
</ul>
We also hear from Seattle artist King Khazm about his song, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=king+khazm+disability">disAbility.</a>

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