All rhythm, no algorithm. New music discovery from Detroit and beyond.
Genre doesn’t matter. Good music does. New releases from Detroit and beyond, plus deep cut classics from back when. In The Groove with Ryan Patrick Hooper is your home on WDET for independent, off-the-radar music that doesn’t get played anywhere else. New music discovery alongside music news, artist interviews, performances, special features and more.
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In The Groove: Ezra Collective, Claude Fontaine + a fond farewell for Sergio Mendes and Herbie Flowers
Ryan Patrick Hooper
September 9, 2024
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In The Groove: Panda Bear and Bullion are a beautiful pairing, Antibalas grabs your attention
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September 5, 2024
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In The Groove: Getting ready for Dally in the Alley with music from Na Bonsai, Noveliss, Ilajide
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September 4, 2024
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In The Groove: The Bug Club release their best album yet, plus new music from Laura Jane Grace and Honeyglaze
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September 3, 2024
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In The Groove: Shigeto previews new album, Hamtramck Labor Day Fest highlights + new music Friday
Ryan Patrick Hooper
August 30, 2024
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In The Groove: Wendell Harrison performs live on WDET ahead of 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival
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August 29, 2024
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In The Groove: Kasan Belgrave performs live on WDET ahead of 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival
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August 28, 2024
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In The Groove: Crying to Sufjan Stevens together, Time Wharp, Norah Jones + more
Ryan Patrick Hooper
August 27, 2024
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In The Groove: New ways to listen to old Prince, a spotlight on Rich Ruth + new music from Loma
Ryan Patrick Hooper
August 26, 2024
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In The Groove: Portishead and their game-changing ‘Dummy’ debut album 30 years later
Ryan Patrick Hooper
August 22, 2024
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In The Groove: Music from Detroit Jazz Fest performer Nate Smith, Chiminyo, Tall Black Guy, Inner City + more
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August 21, 2024
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