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In The Groove: New music from Marie Davidson, Stereolab, Luster + more

Adam Fox June 3, 2025

Ryan Patrick Hooper is taking a well-earned vacation, which means I (WDET Program Director Adam Fox) get to play radio...

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Don Was in a recording studio
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The Metro Events Guide: Film screenings, art exhibits and record releases

Sophia Jozwiak May 29, 2025

Now that Movement weekend is behind us, there's room to explore Detroit's talents beyond Hart Plaza. This week, we've got...

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John 'Jammin' Collins, a pivotal figure in Detroit’s techno scene, on "The Metro" at WDET Studios, May 20, 2024.
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The Metro: Detroit built techno on grit and genius. What will it take to sustain it?

Robyn Vincent, The Metro May 23, 2025

Detroit made techno. It was born in Black brilliance, forged in sweat, steel, and speaker stacks. The early days were...

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People entering the Music Festival. The Renaissance Center is i the background.
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The Metro: Movement is a big event with small beginnings

Sam Corey, Tia Graham, Robyn Vincent, The Metro May 20, 2025

Movement began in 2000 as a grassroots tribute to Detroit’s role in the birth of techno — a massive event...

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Community members gathered in Detroit's Conant Gardens neighborhood on Friday, May 16, 2025, for the unveiling of the new Amp Fiddler Avenue sign.
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Honoring a legend: Detroit celebrates Amp Fiddler Day with street renaming

Chris Campbell May 20, 2025

Love poured out onto the corner of 7 Mile and Revere Street on Friday, May 16, as the city of...

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Author, musician and music historian Michael Hurtt with his book "Mind Over Matter: The Myths and Mysteries of Detroit's Fortune Records" at WDET Studios, May 15, 2025.
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The Metro: The history and mystery of Detroit’s Fortune Records

Jenny Sherman, Tia Graham, The Metro May 15, 2025

It’s no secret that the city of Detroit has a rich music history. But when most people think of the...

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Amp Fiddler.
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  • Progressive Underground

The Progressive Underground Pick of the Week: ‘Possibilities’ by Amp Fiddler

Chris Campbell May 14, 2025

Hey whatupdoe Detroit. Chris Campbell from the Progressive Underground here for my Pick of the Week. This week’s pick is a celebration,...

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In The Groove: Stevie Wonder’s 75th birthday, plus new music from Ezra Furman

Ryan Patrick Hooper May 13, 2025

Blowing out 75 birthday candles for Stevie Wonder today! That’s always a pleasure on this show. I make it clear...

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People entering the Music Festival. The Renaissance Center is i the background.

Movement 2025

Nicole Amine May 13, 2025

Purchase Wristbands » WDET is partnering with Paxahau as an official media partner for the 2025 Movement Electronic Music Festival...

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Detroit vocalist and songwriter Irene Renee.
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  • Progressive Underground

The Progressive Underground Pick of the Week: ‘Smooth Step’ by Irene Renee

Chris Campbell April 30, 2025

What’s up family? Chris Campbell here with The Progressive Underground, and it’s time for this week’s Pick of the Week....

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  • In The Groove

In The Groove: New music from Madison McFerrin; The Cure, Mei Semones, Lamp + more

Ryan Patrick Hooper April 22, 2025

Starting off the show with brand new music from Madison McFerrin, who is getting ready to release her sophomore album...

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Legendary Detroit producer and beat maker J Dilla (James Yancey) would have been 50 years old on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024.
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  • The Metro

The Metro: Legendary hip-hop producer J Dilla’s music still beating in Detroit

Lauren Myers, Tia Graham, Cary Junior II, The Metro April 16, 2025

Subscribe to The Metro on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Detroit’s musical legacy has left an undeniable mark on the industry....

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