New Music Episodes

Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: July 26, 2024: New Delhi indie-jazz-pop quintet Peter Cat Recording Co. delivers their latest, oh-so-satisfying single, “Foolmuse.”
Quivers: ‘Oyster Cuts’: You may remember the band Quivers from our Global Beat Australia segment in 2021. Now they are getting ready to share a new album in August. “Oyster Cuts” is their tight title track and our first glimpse.
Tyler Boudreaux's playlist, July 25, 2024: A balanced diet of indie grooves, modern psych, alternative R&B and straight up rock and roll.
FREAKS ONLY playlist: July 25, 2024: With vinyl copies of Y.A.C.H.T’s cheekily titled 2024 LP “New Release” shipping now, we revisit their slinky 2023 single “Manic Panic.”
Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: July 25, 2024: Fans of skittering rhythms and soft-focus pop vocals will find a lot to love within LA artist Mal Not Bad’s new song “Life.”
Brijean: KCRW Live from HQ: LA electro-jazz-pop duo Brijean delivers a pristinely arranged set of highlights from their new LP “Macro,” live from KCRW HQ.
Joe Goddard: ‘Follow You’: Harmonics is the third collection of songs by Hot Chip’s Joe Goddard , who opens the floor to an introspective approach to dance music on “Follow You.”
Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras' playlist, July 24, 2024: Music to lift your spirits. An expansive sonic journey featuring new and classic rhythms from all over the globe.
FREAKS ONLY playlist: July 24, 2024: Desert Daze festival founder Phil Pirrone joins to break down this year’s lineup, share heavy tunes, and shout out highlights throughout the years.
Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: July 24, 2024: A tribute to Four Tops founding member Abdul "Duke" Fakir and details about Dua Saleh’s highly anticipated debut album… right this way.
America: ‘Ventura Highway’ (Live): Let’s rewind to 1975: It’s a beautiful, warm Southern California night in August, where the stage is set for a remarkable evening with the multi-platinum-selling band America at the Hollywood Bowl, backed by a symphony orchestra conducted by the…
Francesca Harding's playlist, July 23, 2024: Music to make you feel.
FREAKS ONLY playlist: July 23, 2024: We’re playing “A4” from Jack White’s surprise new music drop — only shared with Third Man Records customers in Detroit.
Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: July 23, 2024: Hear Karen O + Danger Mouse’s electro-rock jam “Super Breath” before it hits DSPs.
FINK: ‘Follow You Down’: Singer-songwriter Fin Greenall, aka FINK , has been making audiences swoon for three decades. His eighth and latest album, Beauty In Your Wake, reunites the original power trio for electronic-inspired folk.
José Galván's playlist, July 22, 2024: An infectious harmony of varied sounds and melodies that bridge cultures and genres.
FREAKS ONLY playlist: July 22, 2024: LA bedroom pop artist Tomemitsu’s “Losing My Mind” is your moment of bliss.
Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: July 22, 2024: Wishing funk legend George Clinton a very happy 83rd birthday.
Seun Kuti & Egypt 80: ‘Dey’ (Feat. Damian Marley): You are about to hear history in the making as we mark the first recording binding the musical royalty of the Kuti Afrobeat kings and the premiere reggae Marley clan.
LeRoy Downs' playlist, July 21, 2024: "Just Jazz" with LeRoy Downs. Downs' goal is to bring a varied sonic experience to jazz, while blending music, style, and culture.
Jason Kramer's playlist, July 21, 2024: Featuring selections that range from carefully curated music from around the world with unique gems and quality tracks that will satisfy the needs of even the most discerning music aficionados. Find me on Twitter.
Jeremy Sole's playlist, July 21, 2024: A sonic trip through the past, present and future of roots music.
Raul Campos' playlist, July 21, 2024: Raul Campos creates a mix of emerging artists and current favorites, bringing essential cuts from around the world and a little closer to home -- from soulful grooves and fresh remixes to Latin rhythms and indie rock.
Chris Douridas' playlist, July 21, 2024: New releases in all genres.
KCRW Broadcast 798: Fanatic! I hope you had a hydrated and music-filled week.
Metropolis playlist, July 20, 2024: Jason Bentley captures the hypnotic pulse of modern city life on Saturday night.
Nassir Nassirzadeh's playlist, July 20, 2024: Indie found sounds, nostalgic guilty pleasures, and introspective piano solos to help you feel deeply and move freely through life.
Raul Campos' playlist, July 20, 2024: Raul Campos creates a mix of emerging artists and current favorites, bringing essential cuts from around the world and a little closer to home -- from soulful grooves and fresh remixes to Latin rhythms and indie rock.
Anne Litt's playlist, July 20, 2024: Anne Litt hosts unexpected choices in progressive pop and new rhythms.