The Black Tones

Instead of releasing a new session today, we are continuing our station-wide pause on new content to hold space for anti-racist education and action. Meanwhile, we are using our platform to amplify Black voices in music.

Today, we revisit one of our favorite KEXP sessions by Seattle group, The Black Tones. Their 2019 debut full-length album, 'Cobain and Cornbread,' is an invigorating blend of blues and punk, produced by Jack Endino of Seattle grunge fame. Their song, "The Key of Black (They Want Us Dead)," speaks to the ongoing fight against police brutality and the violent realities of systemic racism.

Cheryl Waters hosts the band in the KEXP Live Room for four songs from the new album.

Recorded 06/18/2019.

1. Ghetto Spaceship
2. The Key of Black (They Want Us Dead)
3. Mama! There’s A Spider In My Room
4. Welcome Mr. Pink

Watch the full Live on KEXP session on YouTube

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