Sudan Archives is the alias of Cincinnati-bred, LA-based singer, songwriter, violinist, and producer Brittney Denise Parks. Recently releasing her self-titled debut EP this past summer on Stones Throw Records, her mesmerizing blend of Sudanese and West African influences with R&B and electronic production has made her one of the standout new artists of 2017. Her exclusive guest DJ mix for Midnight in a Perfect World is a wonderful stroll through her diverse influences and all-time favorite songs, coolly jumping between top-tier selections that span hip-hop, R&B, soul, rock, reggae, and more. It's a magnetic sonic journey.
Artist | Song |
Midnight in a Perfect World | Intro |
Roy Ayers Ubiquity | Everybody Loves The Sunshine |
Erykah Badu | Otherside Of The Game |
Gonjasufi | Duet |
FKA twigs | Weak Spot |
Outkast | Elevators (Me And You) |
Sister Nancy | Bam Bam |
Madlib | African Voodoo Queen (Drama) |
Erykah Badu | The Healer |
Fela Kuti | Water No Get Enemy (Edit) |
Tekno | Pana |
Francis Bebey | Forest Nativity |
Tom Tom Club | Tom Tom Theme |
Mos Def | Umi Says |
The Jimi Hendrix Experience | Voodoo Child (Slight Return) |
Smashing Pumpkins | Siva |
Black Uhuru | General Penitentiary |
Midnight in a Perfect World, KEXP's weekly hour-long guest DJ show, airs Fridays at midnight. This multi-genre program features eclectic sets by a rotating cast of international and local DJ’s, each building upon a party vibe to kick off your weekend. Midnight in a perfect world is made possible with support from New Belgium Brewing.
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