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Archives for May 2018

Tracyanne & Danny: “Alabama”

Camera Obscura’s Tracyanne Campbell and Crybaby’s Danny Coughlan have been friends and mutual fans for years and have talked about collaborating for over half a decade, but it was the untimely passing of Camera Obscura’s keyboardist Carey Lander in 2015 that both put off and put into motion the duo’s new project, aptly named Tracyanne & Danny. Taking a break from music after Lander’s death, Campbell and Coughlan finally came together to record their self-titled debut, a ten-song effort that sounds like a well-blended indie smoothie of the two musician’s individual sounds.

“Alabama” appears on Tracyanne & Danny, out May 25th via Merge.

-Taylor Wallace// host, Thursdays 8-11P & Saturdays 2-6P; Producer, Eklektikos with John Aielli

Texas Standard: May 8, 2018

The new Texas lawsuit to stop DACA: a top republican says he doesn’t get it. A difference over strategy or some deeper fissure? We’ll explore. Also, teacher walkouts in other parts of the country, now a new report compares teacher pay in Texas with national norms: we’ll do the numbers. And before the system was reformed, thousands of Texas high schoolers didn’t get diplomas because of scores on standardized tests. Now, a second chance. We’ll hear how and who’s qualified. And the Texas expats behind some of Hollywood’s quirkiest movies and TV shows reflect on the journey from slacker land. We’ll talk with the Duplass brothers, Mark and Jay. Those stories and so much more today on the Texas Standard:

Dirty Computer (Ep. 9)

Alexandria Cunningham talks eroticism and black women on this week’s episode of Two&Fro. Cunningham is a graduate student in African and African Diaspora studies at the University of Texas in Austin. Her work focuses on Black Feminism, Black Sexual Politics, Fantasy and Eroticism, Sexual Economies, Hip-Hop, and Popular and Strip Club Culture. Nigerian American artist and native Texan Dawn Okoro also talks about her Punk Noir exhibit now on view at the George Washington Carver museum in Austin Texas.

Ashley Campbell: “Cry”

As the youngest of Glen Campbell’s eight children, Ashley Campbell‘s standard of quality for songwriting has always been understandably high. Following in her father’s footsteps, Campbell channelled her interest in music by learning the banjo and eventually performing in the senior Campbell’s touring band during his 2011-2012 farewell tour. Campbell released a few solo singles in the years after that tour, and after the passing of the late country legend last year, Campbell doubled down on her own songwriting.

The result is The Lonely One – a baker’s dozen of original arrangements written and performed by Campbell, and produced by her brother Cal. The Lonely One cements Campbell’s merits as a solo artist, whose talent speaks for itself despite it’s connection to the country great. Parched for a piece of The Lonely One? Campbell’s debut full-length comes out at the tail end of this week but you can get a glimpse right now with “Cry”.

-Jack Anderson (Host, Monday-Wednesday 8-11pm, Saturday 6-10am)

Texas Standard: May 7, 2018

Decision day on the horizon for the controversial arms deal with Iran. Could there be collateral damage? We’ll explore. Also, the party’s over for the NRA in Dallas. What was said, and left unsaid in the wake of the national convention. Plus: e-scooters scattered about the streets of a growing number of cities. There are benefits to be sure, but cities wrestle with whether they outweigh the costs. And hundreds arrested, no one yet convicted We’ll have an update on the Waco biker trials. Also big changes for hundreds of thousands of insured Texans who may be on the hook for 100 percent of ER charges. Those stories and so much more today on the Texas Standard:

Prophet: “Tonight” feat. Nite Jewel

Following thirty years of aural absence, underground Bay Area producer, instrumentalist and vocalist Prophet returns to a much larger sonic stage. Previously known only to a niche crowd, Prophet first caught the attention and adoration of Stones Throw founder Peanut Butter Wolf with his 1984 debut Right On Time – a record showcasing Prophet’s lo-fi, synth-saturated boogie style and vigorous vocal performances.

Prophet revitalizes his elegant ’80s essence with his upcoming full-length Wanna Be Your Man, a robust collection of seven new compositions and three classics that transcend time with a modern but undeniably retro-tinged sound. Wanna Be Your Man doesn’t come out until Friday but you can enjoy a free download of one of the oldies-turned-new and featuring L.A.’s Nite Jewel (who had previously covered the song on her own) and boogie ’til the sun sets with “Tonight”.

–Jack Anderson (Host, Monday-Wednesday 8-11pm, Saturday 6-10am)

Dr. Haile T. Debas (Ep. 22, 2018)

On this week’s program, In Black America producer and host John L. Hanson Jr. speaks with Dr. Haile T. Debas, MD., Director Emeritus of California Global Health Institute, about his distinguished career as a physician, researcher, teacher and academic leader.

Higher Ed: Pomp And Commencement Speeches

Some are boring and not very memorable. Some are inspiring and stay with the graduates for years to comes. I am referring to commencement addresses. And during this 2018 commencement season, Southwestern University President Dr. Ed Burger and I spend this episode of KUT’s podcast “Higher Ed” discussing the good, the bad and the memorable from commencement addresses. Southwestern University’s 2018 commencement speaker is Dr. Sybil Jordan Hampton. She grew up in Little Rock, Arkansas and was a member of the second class of African American students entering Little Rock Central High School in 1959. Ed is excited for the graduating seniors to hear Dr. Hampton’s inspiring story. Many commencement addresses are inspiring, and in this episode Ed and I recall some words of wisdom that have really made impact and some that were less-than-memorable. Ed also reflects on what he considers one of the most amazing graduation speeches he has ever heard. What made it so good? Listen to the full episode to find out and to get the solution to the most recent puzzler about math lovers who know how to to party.

This episode was recorded on April 20, 2018.

KUT Weekend – May 4, 2018

Shell’s multibillion dollar bet on the future of oil off the shores of Texas. Plus, reflections on racial bias in Austin’s public spaces after the Philadelphia Starbucks arrests. And what’s the difference between ranch-to-market and farm-to-market roads? Those stories and more in this edition of KUT Weekend!

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The Buttertones: “You And Your Knife”

Finding their origins seven years ago as a triplet of music school misfits, Los Angeles’ The Buttertones have since evolved into a near-quixotic rock quintet. The Buttertones first showed their psych-influenced stuff over a number of releases since 2013 and really shined last year with their first full-length, Gravedigging. Rolling with the momentum of Gravedigging, The Buttertones just today released its darker, musically sophisticated sister album, Midnight In A Moonless Dream.

What was destined to be a slim six-song EP has evolved into eleven robust arrangements, showcasing The Buttertones’ increasingly organic songwriting process and a string section to support that! Last week The Buttertones caused some controlled chaos out at Coachella but you can ditch the FOMO right now with a free download of “You And Your Knife”.

–Jack Anderson (Host Monday-Wednesday 8-11pm, Saturday 6-10am)

Texas Standard: May 4, 2018

Smuggling across the border with Mexico. You might be surprised what’s in that duffel bag, border agents certainly were. We’ll have the latest. Also, do you remember Jade Helm? A U.S. military operation that was seen by many on the right as a kind of blueprint for a Federal takeover? Now hear this: an allegation that Jade Helm was really a beta test for Russia messing with the 2016 elections. We’ll hear more. Also, in what is arguably the gun-friendliest state in the union, a weekend long celebration of gun rights as the NRA holds its annual convention in Dallas. We’ll have a view from the ground zero. Plus the week in Texas politics and a whole lot more today on the Texas Standard:

STAAR Testing

Some students in Texas are taking the state’s standardized tests. That was the inspiration for this Typewriter Rodeo poem.

Texas Standard: May 3, 2018

Who will be the next speaker of the Texas house of representatives? The answer could have a big impact on you. We’ll look at how the race is shaping up. Who’s the next Joe Straus? That is: who’s likely to take over as the third leg in the triumvirate of Texas politics, and what will that mean for the rest of us? We’ll explore. Also, guess who’s coming to Dallas: the National Rifle association in the spotlight. And the Texas school that gave out too many scholarships- UT tyler struggles with a perfect storm. Those stories and more today on the Texas Standard:

V&B: Public Radio, Podcasting, and Possibility

Join us as we talk about what it means to produce radio content, the restraints of the radio clock, and the various opportunitites for public radio stations when it comes to podcasting.  KUT’s Rebecca McInroy hosts, KUT’s morning edition host and producer and co-host of the KUT podcast Higher Ed, Jennifer Stayton, reporter and co-host of the independent podcast Two and Fro, DaLyah Jones, and KUTX DJ, musician and host of the podcast This Song, Elizabeth McQueen.

Cut Worms: “Cash For Gold”

Photo By Joyce Lee

This time last year, Chicagoan-turned-Brooklynite Max Clarke, known professionally as Cut Worms, was gearing-up for the release of his debut EP Alien Sunset, slowly garnering fans through Bandcamp before being picked-up by indie label Jagjaguwar, a feat validating Clarke’s decision to abandon a graphic design career and fully dedicate himself to the one thing in life that’s always felt effortless: songwriting. Alien Sunset may have been more appropriately released under the name “Ear” Worms, as the handful of catchy lo-fi tunes made Clarke an instant new-favorite and set him up for wider recognition with the release of his debut full-length Hollow Ground, out tomorrow.  The new album peels off the lo-fi filter of the EP (it even includes a polished version of “Hard to Say Goodbye,”), Clarke bumps the folk-pop factor up a notch or two, but sweet melodies and Everly Bros-esque vocals still share centerstage in a sound that Clarke has made uniquely his own.

“Cash for Gold,” appears in Hollow Ground, out tomorrow via Jagjaguwar.

-Taylor Wallace// host, Thursdays 8-11P & Saturdays 2-6P; Producer, Eklektikos with John Aielli

This Song: Lincoln Durham

Austin artist and self described  Southern-Gothic Psycho-Blues Revival-Punk One-Man-Band Lincoln Durham describes how the music of Nick Cave allowed him to embrace his own darkness and make the music he needed to make.

Lincoln Durham has a new record out called And Into Heaven Came the Night.

📸 Jay Trevino

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See Lincoln Durham perform “Beautifully Sewn, Violently Torn” on Vuhaus

Listen to Songs from Episode 129 of This Song

 

Texas Standard: May 2, 2018

From Dalhart to Dumas, San Antonio to San Angelo, Houston, Tyler, Marfa, College Station and all across the lone star nation no matter where you are, it’s Texas Standard time. Governor Abbott used to take delight in filing lawsuits against the Obama administration, so why’s Texas suing the Trump administration? You may be surprised by the answer. Also, the capitol city has a plan to mandate paid sick leave for businesses within city limits. That’s sparked a legal battle with businesses owners and the state, we’ll explore. And imagine 10 years with tap water so poisonous, you won’t dare drink it or bathe in it. A south Texas town fights back. Plus a 200 percent increase in heroin snagged at the border? a fact check and much more today on the Texas Standard:

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