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The film “Sound of Metal” focuses on experiencing hearing loss and navigating the world afterward. It has six Academy Award nominations this year, including for Best Sound.

The film “Sound of Metal” focuses on experiencing hearing loss and navigating the world afterward. It has six Academy Award nominations this year, including for Best Sound.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Join esperanza spalding, Valerie June, KCRW DJs, and more for 24 Hours of Serenity fest

KCRW is here to help you emerge from your Covid cocoon with our very own virtual festival of calm. Enter: 24 Hours of Serenity , going down from midnight through 11:59 p.m.

Eclectic 24

KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

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Eclectic 24

KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

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A Global Exploration of Sounds.

Aaron Byrd's playlist, April 16, 2021

A Global Exploration of Sounds.

from Aaron Byrd

When you think of two turntables and a mixer, you probably think of something classic. Maybe 90’s hip-hop? A mash up maybe?

Kick off the weekend with Anthony and Novena as they play eccentric cuts from around the globe

When you think of two turntables and a mixer, you probably think of something classic. Maybe 90’s hip-hop? A mash up maybe?

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

For KCRW’s “Private Playlist,” Ah Mer Ah Su recommends music for twerking, crying, and singing into a hairbrush, from Lady Gaga to Tei Shi.

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For KCRW’s “Private Playlist,” Ah Mer Ah Su recommends music for twerking, crying, and singing into a hairbrush, from Lady Gaga to Tei Shi.

from Music Special Programming

Luminary reed man Gary Bartz has been a pioneering figure in progressive Black music, paving the way for a wide variety of artists over the last six decades.

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Luminary reed man Gary Bartz has been a pioneering figure in progressive Black music, paving the way for a wide variety of artists over the last six decades.

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A Global Exploration of Sounds.

Aaron Byrd's playlist, April 15, 2021

A Global Exploration of Sounds.

from Aaron Byrd

Last week, we embarked on the road back to live performances and interviews at KCRW with the great Celeste .

Watch soul powerhouse Celeste perform on KCRW, and tell us why she’s ‘not your muse’

Last week, we embarked on the road back to live performances and interviews at KCRW with the great Celeste .

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

If you’ve seen “The Trial of the Chicago Seven,” you’ve heard her gorgeous song “Hear My Voice,” which is in the running for Best Original Song at the Oscars this month’s.

Join us today for an alluring and intimate set from Celeste!

If you’ve seen “The Trial of the Chicago Seven,” you’ve heard her gorgeous song “Hear My Voice,” which is in the running for Best Original Song at the Oscars this month’s.

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

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A Global Exploration of Sounds.

Aaron Byrd's playlist, April 14, 2021

A Global Exploration of Sounds.

from Aaron Byrd

Tokyo’s Nana Yamato, at the age of 16, just released a brilliant bedroom pop album titled Before Sunrise.

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Tokyo’s Nana Yamato, at the age of 16, just released a brilliant bedroom pop album titled Before Sunrise.

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

Rosie Tucker’s “Habanero” is a spicy indie morsel with hints of Liz Phair and Aimee Mann sprinkled throughout.

Rosie Tucker: ‘Habanero’

Rosie Tucker’s “Habanero” is a spicy indie morsel with hints of Liz Phair and Aimee Mann sprinkled throughout.

from Today's Top Tune

A Global Exploration of Sounds.

Aaron Byrd's playlist, April 13, 2021

A Global Exploration of Sounds.

from Aaron Byrd

There’s no doubt much of the new music we enjoy today was a result of the pandemic. Wake up, put the coffee or tea on, and let's explore them together!

Wake up with Anthony and Novena as they explore new cuts from artists we love

There’s no doubt much of the new music we enjoy today was a result of the pandemic. Wake up, put the coffee or tea on, and let's explore them together!

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

Celestial musician Carlos Niño is the connective tissue that weaves throughout many musical worlds in the Southland.

Carlos Niño & Friends: ‘The World Stage, 4321 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles California 90008' (with Sam Gendel, Jamael Dean, and Randy Gloss)

Celestial musician Carlos Niño is the connective tissue that weaves throughout many musical worlds in the Southland.

from Today's Top Tune

KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

Eclectic 24

KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

A Global Exploration of Sounds.

Aaron Byrd's playlist, April 12, 2021

A Global Exploration of Sounds.

from Aaron Byrd

Happy Monday! We’ll listen to new releases and timeless favorites to help you ease into a new week.

Happy Monday! We’ll listen to new releases and timeless favorites to help you ease into the week

Happy Monday! We’ll listen to new releases and timeless favorites to help you ease into a new week.

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

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Madi Diaz: ‘New Person, Old Place’ (Radio Edit)

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from Today's Top Tune

"Just Jazz" with LeRoy Downs. Downs' goal is to bring a varied sonic experience to jazz, while blending music, style, and culture.

LeRoy Downs' playlist, April 11, 2021

"Just Jazz" with LeRoy Downs. Downs' goal is to bring a varied sonic experience to jazz, while blending music, style, and culture.

from LeRoy Downs