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Join Us For Our First Virtual School Of Jazz Studio Session

By • Jan 18, 2021

Some of the most resilient musicians finding ways to keep music alive during COVID-19 are local jazz students.  The kids are alright—and KNKX is proud to bring you our first virtual School of Jazz studio session with the Red Combo from Seattle Academy (SAAS) on Thursday, January 28 at 7 p.m., hosted by Abe Beeson.  REGISTER HERE.  The event is pre-recorded and will be live streamed on Zoom.  We invite you to join the live chat during the event.

School of Jazz: Rohan Wassink serves as guest DJ

By • Jan 7, 2021
COURTESY OF ROHAN WASSINK

Tenor saxophonist Rohan Wassink from Shorecrest High School will virtually join Abe Beeson as guest DJ tonight (Jan. 7) on Evening Jazz at 7 p.m. He is a junior and in the school's jazz band program. Listen to the show and read their Q&A. 


WA delegation in D.C. reacts to assault on Capitol; McMorris Rodgers to change vote

By & • Jan 6, 2021
Trump supporters try to break through a police barrier, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, at the Capitol in Washington.
Julio Cortez / The Associated Press

The violent takeover of the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday prompted sharp criticism of President Donald Trump by the Washington state congressional delegation, including from one leader who has been a staunch supporter.

More jazz weeknights, and joy for your weekends

By • Dec 21, 2020

At KNKX we are always evaluating the best ways we can serve our listeners. We look at all aspects of our programming and thoughtfully review data and listener feedback. With that in mind, we want to let you know about some exciting changes to the KNKX schedule!

2020 Holiday Programming Schedule

By • Dec 17, 2020

As we wind down an extraordinary and difficult year, we will present a mix of holiday programming that we hope will bring you both comfort and joy. You can hear holiday jazz classics during Midday and Evening Jazz throughout December and, once again, we will bring you NPR holiday music and storytelling specials. 

Beginning Christmas Eve at 7 we will broadcast a mix of holiday music and storytelling throughout the night and all Christmas Day. Our regular schedule of programming will return on Saturday, Dec. 26.

School of Jazz: Calvin Lundin serves as guest DJ

By • Dec 4, 2020
COURTESY OF CALVIN LUNDIN

Drummer Calvin Lundin from Seattle Academy virtually joined Abe Beeson Dec. 3 on Evening Jazz. He is a sophmore and in the school's jazz program. Listen to the show and read their Q&A.


It’s Giving Tuesday! Make an impact with your gift today

By • Dec 1, 2020

Another season of giving is upon us, and with that comes Giving Tuesday and the kick-off of the KNKX Winter Drive. In a year that has been like no other - one in which the value of accurate, fact-based news and soothing, uplifting music has been deeply felt - we hope you’ll consider supporting KNKX. Donations from individual listeners make it possible for us to continue this work in 2021.

Save-the-date for GivingTuesday! December 1, 2020

By • Nov 24, 2020

Launch the season of giving by participating in Giving Tuesday! Giving Tuesday (December 1, 2020) is a worldwide event dedicated to generosity. Since its inception in 2012, this global day of philanthropy has steadily grown in popularity, with millions of participants supporting the causes they care about every year.

Watch: KNKX's Virtual Studio Session with the Marc Seales Group at Town Hall

By • Nov 16, 2020

KNKX presented an exclusive live streamed Studio Session with the Marc Seales Group from The Forum at Town Hall Seattle on November 14, hosted by KNKX jazz ambassador Abe Beeson.  Seales was joined by bassist Steve Rodby, guitarist Jesse Seales (Marc's brother), and drummer Alek Gayton.  The show began with Abe's Q&A with Marc, followed by a nearly 75-minute music set ending with the quartet's spirited rendition of The Doobie Brothers' "Takin' It To The Streets." 

School of Jazz: Avery Clarke serves as guest DJ

By • Nov 5, 2020
Courtesy of Avery Clarke

Drummer Avery Clarke from Ballard High School will virtually join Abe Beeson tonight at 8 p.m. (Nov. 5) as guest DJ during Evening Jazz. He is a junior and in the school's jazz band program. Listen to the show and find his playlist. 


Election 2020: Results, reaction and more from across Washington state

By • Nov 3, 2020
Pierce County election workers sort through ballots at the election center in Tacoma last month.
Parker Miles Blohm / KNKX

It’s Election Day 2020, arguably one of the most anticipated elections in recent memory. 

Early voting numbers indicate Washington state is likely to shatter records for turnout, young voters appear to be more engaged than ever, and election officials have been working relentlessly to assure voters that their ballots will be safely tallied. 

There’s a lot to cover. KNKX Public Radio has been talking with representatives from political parties, grassroots organizers, current and former candidates, and more to bring you comprehensive coverage of key races across the region. 

And now, we’re bringing you results from those races.

LISTEN LIVE: Senate Judiciary Committee debate and vote on Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett

By • Oct 21, 2020

The Senate Judiciary Committee is expected to debate and vote on President Trump's nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. Listen to the debate, and subsequent vote on whether to pass the nomination to the full Senate, here:

WATCH LIVE: Amy Coney Barrett's Supreme Court confirmation hearings

By • Oct 12, 2020
Liam James Doyle / NPR

The Senate Judiciary Committee is holding hearings on President Trump's Supreme Court nominee, Judge Amy Coney Barrett. Barrett would fill the seat left vacant with the death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Watch the hearings live:

Watch: Election 2020 - The Youth Vote Event

By • Oct 5, 2020
Photos courtesy of the interviewers

KNKX's Take the Mic and South Seattle Emerald presented Election 2020 - The Youth Vote: A conversation about leadership, ethics and values and how they factor into choosing a candidate on October 14.  The event was hosted by KNKX News Director Florangela Davila and South Seattle Emerald Editor-in-Chief/Publisher Marcus Harrison Green.

School of Jazz: Ian McKain-Pitts and Aidan Moore serve as guest DJs

By • Oct 1, 2020
COURTESY OF IAN MCKAIN-PITTS & AIDAN MOORE

Drummer Ian McKain-Pitts and saxophonist Aidan Moore from Bellarmine Preparatory School in Tacoma will virtually join Abe Beeson on Evening Jazz tonight at 8 p.m. (Oct. 1) as guest DJs. Listen to the show and read their Q&A. 


Boeing set to consolidate 787 assembly in South Carolina

By • Sep 30, 2020
Boeing 787 Dreamliners go through preparations for customer approval at the company's facility in North Charleston, S.C., in 2017. A Wall Street Journal report says the company plans to consolidate Dreamliner assembly in South Carolina.
Mic Smith / The Associated Press (file)

Boeing confirmed Thursday that it will consolidate 787 Dreamliner assembly in South Carolina, eliminating hundreds of jobs at the company’s Everett plant.

The Wall Street Journal reported the news first late Tuesday, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter.

Union officials and Gov. Jay Inslee have called this move a betrayal and an insult to the workforce. Officials in Snohomish County spoke with reporters in an online press conference Thursday and took a more conciliatory tone.

WATCH: President Trump to announce his Supreme Court nominee

By • Sep 26, 2020
Noah Fortson / NPR

President Donald Trump is announcing his nominee to replace Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died on Sept. 18. Watch the announcement live.

WATCH: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg lies in state at U.S. Capitol

By • Sep 25, 2020
Liam James Doyle / NPR

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is being remembered in a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol, where she will lie in state in Statuary Hall. Watch the ceremony.

Watch: KNKX All Blues Live Streamed Event with Cary Morin

By • Sep 24, 2020
Parker Miles Blohm

KNKX presented our All Blues live streamed event with singer, songwriter and guitarist Cary Morin on October 2, hosted by John Kessler.   Cary performed songs from his new album, Dockside Saints and chatted with John.

WATCH: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg lies in repose at Supreme Court

By • Sep 23, 2020
James Doyle / NPR

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is being remembered in a private ceremony at the high court, where her body is lying in repose. Watch the ceremony.

All Blues Virtual Event with Duffy Bishop and Chris Carlson

By • Sep 17, 2020
cascadebluesassociation.org

KNKX was thrilled to host a live streamed All Blues event with vocalist Duffy Bishop and singer, guitarist, songwriter and long-time collaborator, Chris Carlson in July, hosted by John Kessler. Duffy and Chris performed songs from their latest album, I'm Gonna Do What I Want! and talked with John about their long music career and making music during COVID-19. 

KNKX and Fresh Ground Stories present Pandemic and Protests

By • Sep 9, 2020
Adrian Florez / KNKX

UPDATE, Sept. 12: Thank you for attending Pandemic and Protests. If you were unable to attend or would like to view the program again, please see the link below. 

KNKX and Fresh Ground Stories present Pandemic and Protests: A Live Virtual Storytelling Event on Zoom on Friday, Sept. 11, at 7 p.m. PDT. Hosted by KNKX's Jennifer Wing and Fresh Ground Stories' Paul Currington. Supported by Story Fruition through its work with new storytellers.

KNKX Pays Tribute to Gary Peacock

By • Sep 9, 2020
Courtesy of Eliott Peacock/The Peacock Family

Bassist Gary Peacock passed away on Friday, September 4. He was a highly influential player, who had a seven decades-long career and taught locally during his time in Seattle as an instructor at Cornish College of the Arts. KNKX Director of Music Programming Carol Handley looks back at the life and career of Gary Peacock, honoring a bassist who blazed his own path, transforming the way that many bass players approach their instruments and whose time here in the Northwest was spent as an educator of jazz to other young artists.   

School of Jazz: Anna McPherson serves as guest DJ

By • Sep 3, 2020
COURTESY OF ANNA MCPHERSON

Alto saxophonist Anna McPherson from Snohomish High School will virtually join Abe Beeson on Evening Jazz tonight at 8 p.m. (Sept. 3) as guest DJ. She is a sophomore and in the school's band program. Listen to her show and read her Q&A.


Fact Check: Trump's RNC Speech

By • Aug 27, 2020
President Donald Trump points to supporters on stage with Vice President Mike Pence and first Lady Melania Trump on the third day of the Republican National Convention at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine in Baltimore on Wednesday.
Andrew Harnik / The Associated Press

President Trump is accepting the Republican nomination for president on Thursday. NPR reporters are providing analysis of his remarks live.

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Hear how some regional jazz students are performing together in isolation

By • Aug 25, 2020
YouTube

Musicians of all ages are demonstrating their creativity and resourcefulness while sheltering in place during COVID-19.  Here's what some jazz students from regional middle school, high school and college music programs are doing to keep the music alive, and uplift us during these challenging times.  If you are a jazz student or band director with digital content to share with KNKX, please contact Brenda Goldstein-Young at bgoldstein@knkx.org.

Fact Check: Biden's DNC Speech

By • Aug 20, 2020
Democratic vice presidential candidate Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., stands on stage with Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden after she spoke during the third day of the Democratic National Convention, Wednesday, Aug. 19.
Carolyn Kaster / The Associated Press

Joe Biden is formally accepting the Democratic Party's nomination for president on Thursday. NPR reporters are providing live analysis of his remarks.

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DNC Live Coverage: Thursday, Aug. 20

By • Aug 17, 2020
Caroline Amenabar / NPR

Follow live updates and analysis of the Democratic National Convention. Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is speaking Thursday night.

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Singer-Songwriter Kimya Dawson Is Your Friend

By • Aug 15, 2020
Parker Miles Blohm / knkx

This story originally aired on November 26, 2016.

Singer-songwriter Kimya Dawson writes intimate music that connects with her fans in a very personal way. Olympia's independent K Records wrote that "her recordings make it feel as though you have a friend there whispering in your ear. And you do because Kimya is your friend."

Episode 22: The Race for a Vaccine

By • Aug 13, 2020
Adrian Florez / KNKX

It’s been more than five months since the nation’s first novel coronavirus death happened, right here in the Seattle area.

Now, more than 100 vaccine candidates are being developed, and dozens have entered the human-trial stage. But they’re likely still a long way off from mass production and distribution.

In this episode of Transmission, host Gabriel Spitzer and producer Jennifer Wing discuss how the RNA vaccine works and why some elements of vaccine development are going so much more quickly than usual.

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