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KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.

Your Friday just got that much sweeter, as world-renowned radio and club DJ, influential label owner, and, of course, former KCRW host and friend of the station Gilles Peterson joins us live in the studio for a guest DJ set!
Anthony and Novena welcome him on his first stop in the States since the pandemic to catch up on fresh tunes, his favorite new artists, running his label Brownswood, and much more — plus a delicious set of deep (we’re talking non-Shazamable) cuts, need-to-know discoveries, and everything in between.
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Metro Art presents Soundtrips, a series oftransit-inspired sounds and stories designed to amplify your ride.Each installment is curated into easy-to-access playlists createdfor Metro riders to enjoy along the way. The series launches witha special mix from KCRW’s own Novena Carmel, setting the tone for the journey ahead.