EVOLVING DROP-IN SESSIONS
Occasional Fridays, 6 pm
We noticed that despite the remarkable diversity of songs in our rotation at PRP, musicians who contacted us to be featured on air in a “Drop-In Session” (broadcast performance and interview), were usually white, male-fronted bands. In order to shake that up, we created Evolving Drop-in Sessions in partnership with advisors representing diverse musical genres and communities (Jazz, Hip Hop, Soul, Neo-soul, R&B, Spokenword and more).
WOW! So much more culture, energy and aesthetics on the PRP airwaves now. Intentional outreach aimed at increasing our coverage of BIPOC, AAPI and LGBTQIA artists led to an increase of over 300% diverse artists in two years (from 13% to 55%) thanks to support from the Autzen and Collins foundations, the Multnomah County Cultural Coalition, The Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation, the Oregon Cultural Trust and RACC.
This platform continues to grow our connection with marginalized and underage (under 21) artists, provide spotlight and promote their work.
Here’s what we’ve been up to, from our most recent EDIS to the full archive – check it out:
Drop-In Session with Kingsley
Kingsley has landed in PDX...she brought the snow AND she's bringing the heat! OK, so Kingsley didn't actually bring the
Drop-In Session with Salin
PRP DJs Brooke of Petit Dejeuner Club (Sundays 10-11 AM) and Anne of No Dudes Radio Hour! (Wednesdays 8-9 PM)
Drop-In Session with JP of Alberta Abbey
Alberta Abbey and Elevate Unity are co-producing several shows next month in celebration of Black History Month. Jerry Peterson (AKA
Drop-In Session with Blood Lemon
No Dudes Radio Hour! was beyond stoked to get to chat with Boise rock stars Melanie Radford (Built to Spill)
Drop-In Session with Joshua Josue & Ben Rice
On November 1st at The Showdown Saloon, Chicano rocker Joshua Josue will celebrate The Day of the Dead with a
Drop-In Session with Oregon Music Hall of Fame
The 17th annual Oregon Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony and concert is being held Saturday October 12th at Aladdin
