Chris Douridas

An interview and live in-studio performance with composer Harold Budd, who talks about how he moved from composing as part of the American avant garde to settle on his unique style of piano performance, how he came to meet Brian Eno, and what effect Eno had on his work. He also talks about his recently released solo piano album produced by Daniel Lanois.
KCRW’s Resident DJ is a sonic laboratory where artists are invited to reinvent, reimagine, and lean into their most eclectic, creative impulses. Resident DJ airs every Thursday night/Friday morning from midnight to 1 a.m. PT, and can be streamed anytime on the KCRW app. Just in time for Pride Month, Hercules & Love Affair will be our Resident DJ for June 2026.