88.5 KNKX Playlist
88.5 KNKX is a public radio station based in Tacoma, Washington, serving the Seattle-Tacoma area. It is an independent, community-licensed station known for its jazz, blues, and National Public Radio (NPR) news programming. KNKX was formerly affiliated with Pacific Lutheran University and operated as KPLU until it became a community-owned station in 2016 following a successful fundraising campaign to prevent its sale. The station streams worldwide and is highly regarded for its local jazz performances and community-focused content. Its call letters, KNKX, stand for "Connects," reflecting its mission to connect listeners through music and stories.