Indie 102.3 Sessions

DeVotchka has been a mainstay Colorado band for almost two decades. Known for their quirky instrumentalism and playful storytelling, their art has been celebrated beyond concert venues and has dazzled audiences in the theatre and on the big screen. Now, DeVotchKa takes on a new venture: performing alongside the Boulder Philharmonic. To learn more about the momentous collaboration members Nick Urata, Jeanie King, and Tom Hagerman chat with Boulder Philharmonic Executive Director Sara Parkinson ahead of their May 6th show. Also, watch as DeVotchKa performs a few songs from the arrangements spanning their expansive discography including a cover and the famous Little Miss Sunshine Soundtrack.

N3ptune has taken Colorado by storm for the past few years. It started with a school collaboration between students N3ptune and Rusty Steve, and they soon realized it was a destined match. Together they created high rock tunes influenced by hip-hop with a hint of pop and released their debut album Renaissance in 2021. Visiting the performance studio for the first time the trio of N3ptne, Rusty Steve on guitar, and Average Johnny (anything but average) DJing give an explosive set of four songs. An exclusive first listen of their song "Shadow" debuts in this session as well. Full interview by Local Music Director Alisha Sweeney, where she breaks down the songs and talks their recent Nuggets half-time show performance and what we can look forward to from N3ptune!

Setlist:

1. "Wedlock"

2. "Black Horse"

3. "Shadow"

4. "Misery Loves Company"

The brotherly duo make up Hermanos Gutiérrez and have been playing guitar together since childhood, influenced by their Ecuadorian heritage. Getting back to those roots they reflect on family and tradition on their 2022 critically acclaimed fifth studio album "El Bueno Y El Mano", freshly signed to Easy Eye Sound Records. We welcome them to perform a few songs stripped down off the album for the first time in the Indie Lounge and an interview with Host Bruce Trujillo.

After three years of no touring, Metric is back on the road promoting their latest album Formentera. With advice from their label, the band also waited to put out the record in 2020 stating the pandemic. The themes of the album aren't all heavy and pandemic related, but it's a "coming to terms" album says lead singer Emily Haines. There are moments on the album that make you want to hold loved ones close and reflect on the world and everything that matters most to the listener. Watch as Host Will Carlan brings up old memories for the band and explores the thoughts behind the latest album. Special stripped down performances of tracks from Formentera and their very first album Fantasies.

From Public Defender to rising soul superstar comes an artist you should have on your radar: Danielle Ponder. Ponder grew up in a music-filled family and participated in many bands before eventually venturing out on her own. Fresh off the release of her debut album Some Of Us Are Brave, the singer has been touring all over the world opening for St. Paul & the Broke Bones and Marcus Mumford. Her powerful vocals and infectious personality captivated audiences and sparked curiosity in her art. She has a unique way of connecting with her audiences whether in a large auditorium or in an intimate venue. Watch as Danielle Ponder breaks down tracks on the album with Host Demi Harvey and performs an exclusive stripped down set.

With their third studio album if I never know you like this again (Rough Trade) the album details happy accidents to heartbreaking experiences as it flows through the singer's life through the last few years. Watch a full performance of stripped down songs from the album in the Indie Lounge as well as an interview with Host Alisha Sweeney.

What is it like when a musician meets one of their favorite artists of all time? A dream come true happened for singer-songwriter Mondo Cozmo when he got an email from icon Bruce Springsteen. Mondo Cozmo grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (same as Springsteen) and was also a blue collar worker. The similarities were apparent and Mondo Cozmo has taken inspiration from his upbringing and the music of rock icons. Watch as Mondo Cozmo talks about his brand new album This is for the Barbarians and performs a stripped down set.

Rock trio Dehd are discovering who they are on their third album Blue Skies (May 27, Fat Possum). "This album came together organically," says vocalist Emily Kempf. The album is about joy and being around friends, especially since being isolated in the pandemic. Expanding on the creation of the album a few of the band's members elaborate on how this album was about discovering Dehd's sound in an exclusive interview with Host Alisha Sweeney with performances of a few of the singles off the record.

Straight from the Coachella desert to our live studio are British rockers IDLES to perform and talk about their latest album CRAWLER.

alt-J chats about their new album "The Dream" and performs singles "U&ME" and "Hard Drive Gold".