In The Groove: New music from Okonski, Mei Semones, Greentea Peng + more
It’s a warm Friday in Detroit, and the music matches the mood. Today’s show features a conversation with Okonski, along with selections...
Lilly Lynn Nguyen is the Intern Producer for In the Groove on 101.9 WDET-FM, Detroit’s NPR station. Nguyen is a Broadcast Journalism student at Wayne State University, where she is sharpening her skills in reporting, producing, and storytelling.
Nguyen grew up immersed in music, drawn to the way songs can capture emotion and tell stories. Her all-time favorite track is “Fade Into You” by Mazzy Star, and she regularly attends concerts to experience live music — some of her favorite concerts include The 1975, Wallows, and Lorde. These experiences inspire her reporting and shape her perspective as a music journalist.
Nguyen hopes to one day write for major outlets in New York City, sharing stories that highlight the artists, sounds, and cultural movements shaping the industry.
Nguyen grew up immersed in music, drawn to the way songs can capture emotion and tell stories. Her all-time favorite track is “Fade Into You” by Mazzy Star, and she regularly attends concerts to experience live music — some of her favorite concerts include The 1975, Wallows, and Lorde. These experiences inspire her reporting and shape her perspective as a music journalist.
Nguyen hopes to one day write for major outlets in New York City, sharing stories that highlight the artists, sounds, and cultural movements shaping the industry.
In The Groove: Jorge Ben Jor, Joni Mitchell, Bruce Springsteen + more
For today’s Throwback Thursday, we move across soul, rock, jazz, and global sounds, opening with Jorge Ben Jor and playing...
In The Groove: Diving into music from Die Spitz, Modest Mouse, Richard Swift + more
Today we dig into a time capsule with introspective tracks from Elliott Smith, Nick Drake, and Modest Mouse, featuring Friko’s cover of Radiohead’s Weird Fishes/Arpeggi. We also...
In The Groove: New music from Okonski + nostalgic favorites
Today’s show moves from classics to deep cuts and new releases. We spin favorites from Tears for Fears, Dr. Dog, and The Strokes,...
In The Groove: Gabriel Garzón-Montan, Courtney Barnett, Radiohead, + more
This set moves through indie, soul, funk, and experimental sounds. Some highlights include Courtney Barnett and Radiohead, tracks from Gabriel Garzón-Montano, and some soaring...
In The Groove: From Martha Reeves to Olivia Dean, grooves that move the afternoon
This afternoon’s mix moves easily from the alt-pop edge of Beck and the steady flow of Blackalicious to the introspective...
In The Groove: The Beatles, D’Angelo and the Vanguard, Michael Kiwanuka + more
Shaking off the gray and settling into the afternoon with a far-reaching mix that moves from the heart-worn soul of Bobby...
In The Groove: More Valentine’s Day listener picks from Stevie Wonder, Imogen Heap, Mazzy Star + more
We’re back with another Valentine’s Day show, featuring listener picks from Lauryn Hill, Outkast, Stevie Wonder, John Coltrane & Johnny Hartman, Imogen Heap, Mazzy Star, and Frank Ocean. Today’s show spreads...
In The Groove: Romantic dedications of Amy Winehouse, Anita Baker, Queen + more
For today’s Valentine’s Day show, listener picks include Amy Winehouse, Stan Getz & João Gilberto, Anita Baker, Jon Dixon, Waylon Jennings, Queen, Thee Sacred Souls, Art of Noise, and Mannywellz. Callers...
In The Groove: From Miami rhythms to soulful grooves with Celia Cruz, Nick Drake + more
Fresh from a trip to Miami, Ryan Patrick Hooper brings the city’s vibrant Latin energy to the show today, opening...
In The Groove: Dancefloor energy and deep listening from LCD Soundsystem to Mitski
Today we go on a journey from grooves that make you want to dance, to songs that make you want...
In The Groove: Staying warm with Nina Simone, Moodymann and modern soul
Bundling up against the cold and easing into the work week with a wide-ranging mix that stretches from the spiritual...
