
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: Big psychedelia guitars and warm throwbacks; music from Kraftwerk, Lawne + more
Ryan Patrick Hooper
January 7, 2025
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In The Groove: Benjamin Booker readies new album ‘LOWER’ ahead of Magic Bag show in Ferndale
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January 6, 2025
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In The Groove: The best music released in 2024, part 5
Ryan Patrick Hooper
December 20, 2024
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In The Groove: The best music released in 2024, part 4
Ryan Patrick Hooper
December 19, 2024
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Still Life Studio’s winter ceramics show offers eclectic pieces from local artists
Ryan Patrick Hooper
December 19, 2024
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In The Groove: The best music released in 2024, part 3
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December 18, 2024
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In The Groove: The best music released in 2024, part 2
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December 17, 2024
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In The Groove: The best music released in 2024, part 1
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December 16, 2024
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Jazz pianist Elew’s electrifying set at Cliff Bell’s
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December 13, 2024
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In The Groove: Rosie Lowe, Allysha Joy, Kokoroko + more new music from Detroit and beyond
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December 12, 2024
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In The Groove: Getting ‘Freakadelic’ with Jeff Parker’s ETA IVtet; new music Oscar Jerome + more
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December 11, 2024
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