10/27/2025
This is our Fall Fund Drive ... let's talk music.
KYRS and Spokane's Local Music Scene
"Think Globally, Listen Locally" is central to our mission.
In every great city, there's a pulse that tells you who the people are, their rhythm, their stories, their soul. In Spokane, that pulse comes through the music of our community. And no one amplifies that local sound louder, prouder, and more authentically than KYRS Thin Air Community Radio.
At KYRS, local music isn't a side note, it's the headline. From indie-folk storytellers to hip hop poets, KYRS gives Spokane's musicians a home on the airwaves and a voice that carries.
Whether you're looking to discover your next favorite artist or dive deeper into the creative heartbeat of our city, KYRS has you covered with shows that spotlight every corner of our musical landscape.
River City Rhythms
Every Tuesday at 2 PM, River City Rhythms takes listeners behind the scenes of Spokane's diverse and thriving music community. This show doesn't just play songs, it shares the stories and struggles, the inspiration and process, that shape the artists who make them. From up-and-coming acts to seasoned performers, River City Rhythms explores what it means to make music in Spokane today.
Inside the Hype
For a pulse on Spokane's Hip Hop, Pop, R&B, and Soul scene, Inside the Hype is where the groove lives. Featuring independent artists, community feedback, and candid conversations, this show captures the regional buzz and celebrates talent that might not yet have national recognition — but absolutely deserves it.
Sounds of Spokane
Every Sunday at 8 PM, Sounds of Spokane brings local musicians into the spotlight with live performances, recorded tracks, and heartfelt interviews that reveal the spirit behind the sound. From backroom jam sessions to mainstage performances, you'll hear what drives Spokane's artists to keep creating, connecting, and sharing their love of music.
Where the Stage Meets the Airwaves
KYRS isn't just about playing local music — it's about bringing it to life.
Live & Local Concert Calendar
Every day, KYRS keeps you up to date on where to find live music across the Inland Northwest. The Live & Local concert calendar airs throughout the day, connecting audiences with the venues and artists that make Spokane's nights sing.
Lilac City Sounds with KYRS
A collaboration between KYRS and the Central Library, Lilac City Sounds is a monthly live series that captures the energy of Spokane's music scene. Each session features intimate performances and conversations with local bands, filmed at the Central Library and broadcast on KYRS.
Tune in the 4th Tuesday of every month at 3PM on 88.1 & 92.3 FM, stream live at KYRS.org, or watch past performances on the KYRS archive, Lilac City Records, or the Spokane Public Library YouTube channel.
Get Loud in the Library
And when it's time to turn the volume up, Get Loud in the Library delivers. Co-presented by KYRS, the Spokane Central Library, and Brick West Brewing, this free, all-ages concert series showcases Spokane's best bands on one of the city's most beautiful stages.
The next show is a Halloween blowout: The Get Loud in the Library Halloween Concert featuring The Atomic Jive Band and LakeTown Sound. Expect spooky sounds, youth and adult costume contests with cash prizes, and a night that's equal parts eerie and electric. Friday, October 31st, 7–11PM — be there, if you dare.
Why It Matters
In a world where algorithms decide what we hear, KYRS keeps Spokane's music personal, passionate, and real. The station gives local artists a platform to be heard — not just as entertainers, but as storytellers, innovators, and voices of the community.
When you tune in to KYRS, you're not just listening to music. You're supporting the creative spirit of Spokane — the people who write the songs, play the shows, and remind us why this city hums with life.
KYRS: The source for Spokane's sound.
On the air. On stage. Online.
Always local. Always loud. Always Spokane.
Call 509-747-3807 or visit kyrs.org to donate and support KYRS, YOUR Community Radio Station..
