Eye 5
Saturdays 3:00-5:00pm
Eye 5 explores the cutting edge of popular and roots music. The discerning ear will recognize elements of the newest in Rock, Americana, and Alternative sounds interwoven into a rich tapestry -- perfectly suited to a Pacific Northwest Saturday afternoon. It's designed to appeal to a curious, intelligent mind, and a pair of open ears.
Eye 5 began airing on KLCC April 4, 2015.
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Brown started out in the '40s and influenced a host of singers, including Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin. Her hits include "Teardrops from My Eyes." She died in 2006. Originally broadcast in 1997.
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Baker was one of Atlantic Records' first big success stories, with a series of hits in the 1950s, including "Bumblebee" and "Jim Dandy." She died in 1997. Originally broadcast in 1991.
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The sweet harmonies of Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig fill a man-made cavern in the historic Smuggler Mine. -
Having a song go viral is usually good news for an artist. But as politicians become more social media savvy and jump in on viral trends, how can musicians respond if they don't like the way a party or administration uses their song?
KLCC's own Sonic Titan David G. brings you THE SOUNDS on Thursday eKLeCtiC