Sloppy Knuckle Style with MOTRIK

Krautrock superstars Motrik have been a driving, pulsing beat at the heart of Portland music for more than a decade. On the eve of their forthcoming album "Earth," Dave, Erik, and Jonah from the band joined us to chat about humane vermin training, the foundational beat at the core of every song in their catalog, the relaxing innovation of mud-themed recording studios, the mechanics of harmonica care, and the evolving interpretations of the Motrik sound that emerged organically from their new songs.

Music this week:

• "Ultimate Drive" by Motrik (22:12)
• "Polyphemus Beat" by Shitao (40:17)
• "Weightless" by Motrik (53:25)
• "Islands"  by Plankton Wat (78:29)
• "Friday Nights" by  Petty Treason (97:41)