In April 2018, Texas trio Khruangbin—known for their psychedelic fusion of funk, soul, and Thai rock on albums like Con Todo El Mundo (2018)—delivered an intimate session for KEXP in the Seattle studio. Their April 26 performance became one of the series' most memorable: the minimalist band—Laura Lee's bass, Mark Speer's guitar, and Donald "DJ" Johnson's drums—created a hypnotic groove without excess words, where instrumental loops and exotic melodies evoked a sense of journey. This show highlighted their unique style—quiet yet captivating, with 60s influences and global traditions—making the studio an ideal canvas for their sonic paintings.