In Our Headphones KEXP's Top Played Albums of 2024
Jan 6, 2025
Evie Stokes, a KEXP Drive Time DJ known for her love of genre-blending music, joins the conversation about 2024's most played albums. The crew dives into the emotional depth of Fontaines D.C.'s 'Romance' and discusses the soothing vibes of Khruangbin's 'Alah Salah.' They also explore Angélica Garcia's mix of cumbia and trip-hop in 'Camelo,' plus the nostalgic yet modern elements of Dehd's 'Poetry.' The rich fusion of influences from Ibibio Sound Machine's 'Pull The Rope' showcases the cultural vibrancy of today's music scene.
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Khruangbin's Calming Influence
- Evie Stokes found Khruangbin's A La Sala peaceful and fitting for various moods, especially during a stressful job transition.
- She appreciated its calming vibe while juggling a new role and family life.
Khruangbin as a Transition Tool
- Khruangbin's instrumental music serves as a smooth transition between genres for DJs.
- Evie Stokes uses their music as a "palate cleanser" when transitioning between different styles of music.
Angelica Garcia's Genre-Bending Sound
- Evie Stokes loved how Gemelo blends cumbia, Latin sounds, synthesizers, and trip-hop.
- She considers it a "no-skips record" due to Angelica Garcia's expressive vocals.