In The Groove: Mitski’s new album, Fontaines D.C, Thundercat + more
The playlist includes new music from Mitski’s latest album, along with selections from Mel Tormé, Secret Machines, and New Order. Later in...
Lilly Lynn Nguyen is the Intern Producer for In the Groove on 101.9 WDET-FM, Detroit’s NPR station. Nguyen is a Broadcast Journalism student at Wayne State University, where she is sharpening her skills in reporting, producing, and storytelling.
Nguyen grew up immersed in music, drawn to the way songs can capture emotion and tell stories. Her all-time favorite track is “Fade Into You” by Mazzy Star, and she regularly attends concerts to experience live music — some of her favorite concerts include The 1975, Wallows, and Lorde. These experiences inspire her reporting and shape her perspective as a music journalist.
Nguyen hopes to one day write for major outlets in New York City, sharing stories that highlight the artists, sounds, and cultural movements shaping the industry.
Nguyen grew up immersed in music, drawn to the way songs can capture emotion and tell stories. Her all-time favorite track is “Fade Into You” by Mazzy Star, and she regularly attends concerts to experience live music — some of her favorite concerts include The 1975, Wallows, and Lorde. These experiences inspire her reporting and shape her perspective as a music journalist.
Nguyen hopes to one day write for major outlets in New York City, sharing stories that highlight the artists, sounds, and cultural movements shaping the industry.
In The Groove: Steve Okonski on his new track ‘Easy’ and making jazz approachable
Performer and pianist Steve Okonski joined In The Groove to talk about the improvisation, groove, and approachability that define his trio’s music. Okonski first...
In The Groove: Common, Beastie Boys, Erykah Badu + more
Today’s show brings together classic rock, hip-hop, and electronic music. We spin favorites from The Rolling Stones, The Chantays, Beastie Boys, A Tribe Called Quest, Common, and Erykah Badu,...
In The Groove: Bridget Everett on music, joy and bringing her wild show to Detroit
Performer and comedian Bridget Everett joined In The Groove ahead of her Detroit appearance to talk about the music, freedom and emotional release that...
In The Groove: Margaret Atwood on memory, resistance and ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’
Margaret Atwood, the celebrated author behind "The Handmaid’s Tale," joined In The Groove to talk about memory, storytelling and why some moments in life stay...
In The Groove: New music from Okonski, Mei Semones, Greentea Peng + more
It’s a warm Friday in Detroit, and the music matches the mood. Today’s show features a conversation with Okonski, along with selections...
In The Groove: Jorge Ben Jor, Joni Mitchell, Bruce Springsteen + more
For today’s Throwback Thursday, we move across soul, rock, jazz, and global sounds, opening with Jorge Ben Jor and playing...
In The Groove: Diving into music from Die Spitz, Modest Mouse, Richard Swift + more
Today we dig into a time capsule with introspective tracks from Elliott Smith, Nick Drake, and Modest Mouse, featuring Friko’s cover of Radiohead’s Weird Fishes/Arpeggi. We also...
In The Groove: New music from Okonski + nostalgic favorites
Today’s show moves from classics to deep cuts and new releases. We spin favorites from Tears for Fears, Dr. Dog, and The Strokes,...
In The Groove: Gabriel Garzón-Montan, Courtney Barnett, Radiohead, + more
This set moves through indie, soul, funk, and experimental sounds. Some highlights include Courtney Barnett and Radiohead, tracks from Gabriel Garzón-Montano, and some soaring...
In The Groove: From Martha Reeves to Olivia Dean, grooves that move the afternoon
This afternoon’s mix moves easily from the alt-pop edge of Beck and the steady flow of Blackalicious to the introspective...
In The Groove: The Beatles, D’Angelo and the Vanguard, Michael Kiwanuka + more
Shaking off the gray and settling into the afternoon with a far-reaching mix that moves from the heart-worn soul of Bobby...