Tuned In with KCRW's Nic Harcourt
Tuned In with KCRW's Nic Harcourt
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Few people are as in-the-know when it comes to great music as Nic Harcourt. For years his Morning Becomes Eclectic
radio program has made KCRW synonymous with fantastic, cutting-edge music. Combining independent artists with well-established superstars and rock and roll with world and soul, Nic's picks have consistently raised the bar for music shows around the world.
From Nic's expertise as "the most influential DJ in America" comes Tuned In with KCRW'S Nic Harcourt
, a daring new program that puts a face to the legendary voice, and images to so many great songs. In each episode, Nic serves us his freshest picks for the week, from the latest Coldplay chart-topper to the newest European hip-hop and rock, from the panoramic sounds of Death Cab for Cutie to the explosive rhythms of Latin and world music. Catch each episode for Nic's tips, picks and selections – your eyes and ears will not be disappointed.
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RECENT SHOWS
Conor Oberst, Friendly Fires, Lisa Hannigan
The latest episode of Tuned In With KCRW’s Nic Harcourt features Lisa Hannigan (“Ocean and a Rock” from SEA SEW), Conor Oberst (“Cape Canaveral” from his self-titled album), The Mostar Diving Club (“Honey Tree” from DON YOUR SUIT OF LIGHTS), and the Friendly Fires (“Paris” from their self-titled album). Download this video as well as daily free music tracks at http://www.KCRW.com.
Thievery Corp, Aqualung, Postmarks
Today’s episode features songs from Thievery Corporation (“Hare Krsna” from RADIO RETALIATION), The Postmarks (“One Note Samba” from the cover song album BY THE NUMBERS), Other Lives (“Paper Cities” from their self-titled album OTHER LIVES), plus an in-studio performance from Aqualung (“On My Knees” from WORDS AND MUSIC).
Andy Yorke, Ida, Neva Dinova
Today’s episode of Tuned In showcases songs from Neva Dinova (“Supercomputer” from YOU MAY ALREADY BE DREAMING), Ida (“Road to Ruin” from MY FAIR, MY DARK), and Thom Yorke’s brother Andy Yorke (“Rise and Fall” from SIMPLE). Nic also features Tilly and the Wall with an in-studio cover of Erasure’s “Respect” and some really fancy tap dancing by Jamie Pressnall, the percussionist for the band. Download this video as well as daily free music tracks at http://www.KCRW.com.
k.d. lang, Johnny Cash Remixed, Her Space Holiday
In this episode, Nic Harcourt features songs from multi-Grammy Award winning songstress K.D. Lang (“Coming Home” from WATERSHED), Mia Doi Todd (“Night of a Thousand Kisses” from GEA), and Pete Rock (“Folsom Prison Blues” from JOHNNY CASH REMIXED), plus a video clip from Her Space Holiday (“Sleepy Tigers” from XOXO PANDA AND THE NEW KID REVIVAL) created exclusively for Nic Harcourt and Tuned In.
The Broken West, Jolie Holland, Herman Dune
In this episode Nic Harcourt features songs from The Broken West (NOW OR HEAVEN), Jolie Holland (THE LIVING AND THE DEAD), Herman Dune (NEXT YEAR IN ZION), and Calexico (CARRIED TO DUST). Download this video as well as daily free music tracks at http://www.KCRW.com.
Takka Takka, My Brightest Diamond, Rachael Yamagata
The Ting Tings, Ra Ra Riot, Michael Franti & Spearhead
This week on "Tuned in with Nic Harcourt", Nic is playing new music from his favorite artists. Featuring songs from The Ting Tings (SOUNDS ECLECTIC-THE NEXT ONE), Ra Ra Riot (THE RHUMB LINE), Michael Franti & Spearhead (ALL REBEL ROCKERS), and The Pretenders (BREAK UP THE CONCRETE).
MGMT, Obi Best, Gaby Moreno
In this episode Nic Harcourt shares some of today’s top music. Featuring music from albums by MGMT (ORACULAR SPECTACULAR), Obi Best (CAPADES), Gaby Moreno (STILL THE UNKNOWN), and The Little Ones (MORNING TIDE).
Fujiya and Miyagi, The Black Watch, Pop Levi
Nic Harcourt takes a look at some of the featured music on KCRW, sharing new music from albums by Fujiya and Miyagi (LIGHTBULBS), The Black Watch (ICING THE SNOW QUEEN), Pop Levi (NEVER NEVER LOVE) and...
Telepathique, Marching Band, The Swell Season
In this week’s episode Nic Harcourt shares some of the top new music featured on KCRW. Nic talks about music from new albums by Telepathique (LAST TIME ON EARTH), Marching Band (SPARK LARGE), The Swell Season (SOUNDS ECLECTIC) and...
Dr. Dog, Rodriguez, Rosey
Nic Harcourt gives a weekly look at the music he is featuring on KCRW. In this episode of Tuned In with KCRW’s Nic Harcourt, Nic shares tracks from new albums by Dr. Dog (FATE), Old Crow Medicine Show (TENNESSEE PUSHER)...
Carmen Rizzo, The Duke Spirit, The Kills
This week on “Tuned In with KCRW’s Nic Harcourt,” Nic is listening to great new music from a variety of great artists. He begins with the first collaborative album from David Byrne & Brian Eno in over 30 years, EVERYTHING THAT HAPPENS WILL HAPPEN TODAY. Following Byrne and Eno is new music from...
The Vines, The Fratellis, Lenka
This week, Nic Harcourt features tracks from new albums by The Vines (MELODIA), The Airborne Toxic Event (THE AIRBORNE TOXIC EVENT), Bitter:Sweet (DRAMA), The Fratellis (HERE WE STAND), and Lenka (THE SHOW).
Moby, Bloc Party, Brazilian Girls
Episode 4
In this week's episode of Tuned In With Nic Harcourt, Nic previews more of today's top new music including Darker My Love's new album "2," The Virgins (THE VIRGINS), Mates of State (REARRANGE US), Cold War Kids (LOYALTY TO LOYALTY) and Gnarls Barkley (THE ODD COUPLE).
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Regarded as the ultimate "tastemaker" in music, Nic Harcourt is the former host of both Morning Becomes Eclectic and the syndicated show Sounds Eclectic. After 10 years as KCRW Music Director, Nic stepped down in 2008 to pursue other opportunities. Still a DJ at KCRW, Nic currently serves as an Editor-at-Large for Music and Culture at the Los Angeles Times Magazine and is music supervisor for the hit show 90210.
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