KEXP-FM, Alternative radio station at Seattle Center, US.
KEXP-FM is a radio station at Seattle Center broadcasting on 90.3 MHz with programming chosen by disc jockeys who select from many genres of music. The station's studio is located in a public space where visitors can browse live recordings and watch how daily broadcasting happens.
The station began in 1972 as KCMU at the University of Washington and was instrumental in broadcasting early recordings of local bands before they achieved widespread recognition. It created an important archive by recording musicians during their early years and helped shape how the city's music scene developed.
The station is known for hosting live studio sessions where musicians perform directly in front of an audience. Visitors can watch these recordings happen and experience how music is discovered and shared in real time.
Visitors can explore the studio space free of charge and watch the station operate during broadcasting hours. Public events and performances are held regularly, offering chances to see musicians and hear music in person.
In 2024 the station launched a sister station called KEXC in San Francisco, marking its first location beyond the Pacific Northwest. This expansion demonstrates how a community-focused radio model can grow to serve other cities.
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