In Chicago, legendary artists like U2, Talking Heads, and R.E.M were heard on XRT long before they were heard anywhere else. The tradition of introducing you to promising new artists continues with XRT's newest on-air feature - Hear First.

Hear First gives XRT listeners insight into new artists and their music with compelling stories about who they are, followed by a song by that artist. See some past features below, and listen for Hear First throughout the week on 93XRT!

Week of 12/10/07
Liam Finn: "I'll Be Lighting"

Week of 12/03/07
AM Syndicate: "To the Peasant's of the Emperor"

Week of 11/26/07
Jonathan Rice: "THC"

Week of 11/19/07
Baby Shambles: "Deft Left Hand"

Week of 11/12/07
Cass McCombs: "That's That"

Week of 11/05/07
John Doe: "The Golden State"

Week of 10/29/07
Pinback: "Devil You Know"