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Episode ECMAScript program Chris and Rich from The Black Crowes
2020 will mark thirty years since The Black Crowes released their debut album Shake Your Money Maker. A newly announced reunion and tour will bring brothers Chris and Rich Robinson back on the road together.
Episode Cage the Elephant
Cage the Elephant recently visited KCRW where they played a set of new songs from their latest album Social Cues. Brothers Matt and Brad Shultz talked with Jason Bentley about working with Beck and their constant drive in creating new music.
Episode Troff document Kate Tempest
Travis Holcombe sits down with poet, novelist, playwright and spoken word artist Kate Tempest.
Episode Octet Stream Yola
Yola wowed us at our day showcase at SXSW earlier this year. So much so, that we had to have her back on KCRW. We'll be treated to an intimate stripped down performance of tracks from her debut album Walk Through Fire.
Episode chemical/x-mdl-rdfile Brittany Howard
Brittany Howard's solo debut album Jaime puts her powerhouse vocals on full display. It also takes us front and center to her very personal journey of loss, love and self-discovery.
Episode Sofi Tukker
On the eve of the release of their second album Dancing on the People, Sofi Tukker delivered a dance fueled performance at their Apogee session for KCRW.
Episode Hot Chip
On their seventh studio album A Bath Full of Ecstasy, Hot Chip take their dance floor anthems to new heights with the guidance of co-producers Philippe Zdar and Rodaidh McDonald.
Episode Mac DeMarco thanks KCRW members
Mac DeMarco dedicates a special “thank you” shout-out to all the members who donated to KCRW during this special UnDrive-edition of Morning Becomes Eclectic.
Episode Common
Rapper, actor, writer and philanthropist Common treated a small crowd of guests to a whirlwind performance at KCRW's Apogee Sessions last month.
Episode Mon Laferte
Chilean singer/songwriter and actress Mon Laferte released her sixth album Norma late last fall. Born out of a breakup, the album's sound incorporates cumbia, salsa and bolero music.
Episode Octet Stream Y La Bamba
Y La Bamba has been many things, but at the heart of it is singer-songwriter Luz Elena Mendoza. With their fifth album Mujeres, the band continues their affinity for spiritual contemplation.
Episode Black Pumas
We were wowed by Black Pumas at SXSW earlier this year and now welcome them to our studios in advance of their Summer Nights show at KCRW's HQ.
Episode Ty Segall
Ty Segall's new record First Taste comes out August 2, but we'll get a sneak peak of new tunes on his fourth visit to KCRW.
Episode Local Natives
Homegrown in Los Angeles, Local Natives have been on our radar since their debut album "Gorilla Manor" in 2010. Now, nine years later, they've released Violet Street their ode to the spirit of LA.
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Natalie Laura Mering has released four albums under her stage name Weyes Blood. On her latest album Titantic Rising, the Santa Monica born singer songwriter has put her musical talents on full display.
Episode Ludovico Einaudi
Pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi has released his most ambitious project to date.
Episode Lee Fields & The Expressions
Lee Fields has worked with Kool & The Gang, B.B. King and Bobby Womack to name a few. He recorded his first single in 1969 and now makes music with The Expressions.
Episode Vampire Weekend
Father of the Bride, Vampire Weekend's first album without Rostam and first album in 6 years, features a slew of guest artists including Jenny Lewis, Steve Lacy and Danielle Haim.
Episode The Cinematic Orchestra
The Cinematic Orchestra are back after a 12 year hiatus with their new album To Believe. They treated fans and invited guests to an evening of new music and old favorites at our Apogee Session earlier this month.
Episode James Blake
In the four decades of Morning Becomes Eclectic, you’ve heard countless sessions broadcast live from our humble basement studios.
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On Helado Negro's sixth album This Is How You Smile, the portrait of an immigrant family is its primary focus. Jamaica Kincaid's short story "Girl' provided the inspiration behind the title and behind the lyrical narrative throughout the album.
Episode White Denim
Seven albums in and White Denim still know how to rock. Their latest album, Side Effects, comes 11 years into a career that has kept their supercharged and wired guitar sound at the forefront of their music.
Episode Jenny Lewis
Jenny Lewis' voice is as alluring as her lyrics. At times punchy and defiant, but always warm and honest. On her new album "On The Line," she delivers piano-driven songs with hints of country under tones
Episode Metric
Celebrating their 20th year as a band, Metric's latest album Art of Doubt brings their guitar laden songs back to the forefront. They powered through a raucous set at Apogee Studios where we recorded this session with them earlier this month.
Episode Beirut
Beirut plays songs from across their discography in this live session recorded at 25th Street Recording in Oakland, CA.
Episode Nick Waterhouse
As a child, Nick Waterhouse studied the trumpet, but when he was 13 he picked up the guitar and well, the rest is history. His self-titled fourth album has him "telling the strongest story about my own motives and perspectives."
Episode Gary Clark Jr.
Gary Clark Jr. performs all new tracks in this special live performance recorded for us in late February.
Episode Steve Gunn
Steve Gunn showcases his guitar prowess and lyrical talents on his breakthrough fourth album The Unseen In Between. The Pennsylvania native will perform new tracks and talk about what has influenced his song writing.
Episode Cherry Glazerr
LA’s Cherry Glazerr joins us on the day of their album release, where they’ll play music from their new album Stuffed & Ready.
Episode Sharon Van Etten
Four years after the release of her EP I Don’t Want to Let You Down, Sharon is set to release her new album, Remind Me Tomorrow, to the masses.