KCUR's spotlight for Kansas City musicians on the rise, as heard on Up To Date. Got a suggestion for who we should spotlight next? Email producer Reggie David.
Up To Date airs weekdays at 9 a.m. on KCUR 89.3 and is available wherever you get podcasts.
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Ikey Suave has only been serious about music for a few years, but after he realized his talent he hasn't looked back. Neo-soul performer Jass has worked to earn fans beyond her immediate community.
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The trio is bringing the timeless soundtrack to the holiday favorite "A Charlie Brown Christmas" to Kansas City this December.
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Meet two Kansas City artists who usually reside behind the scenes or behind their instruments, but have talents to do it all.
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As indicated by their busy schedules, these Kansas City DJs have made names for themselves in the nightlife scene and are dedicated to keeping parties going.
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One artist spent his early years in Panama and the other used the Spanish language as a tool to connect with the community.
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New hit single helps one artist build confidence. Another artist continues to build on previous success.
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The McFadden Brothers were inducted into the American Jazz Walk of Fame and Candace Evans is one of the region's most popular pianists and vocalists.
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One of these Kansas City artists moved to Los Angeles to chase his music dreams. The other uses his life experience to tell his story.
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Meet two rappers who prove it's never too early or too late to take that first step on a musical journey.
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One is a Grammy-winning producer and the other has been selected to represent Kansas on NBC's 'American Song Contest.'
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One is from California, the other from Springfield, Missouri, but both have found a musical home in Kansas City.