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

Phosphorescent’s new album chronicles a life-altering 5-year period for singer Matthew Houck, during which he started a family and moved from New York to Nashville. He crafted his latest album C’est La Vie in his own Spirit Sounds studio.
Images of Phosphorescent by Elli Lauren.
Musicians:Matthew Houck - Guitar, vocals, band leaderJo Schornikow - Organ, backup vocalsScott Stapleton Martin - Piano, backup vocalsChris Marine - DrumsRustine Bragaw - Bass, backup vocalsDavid Torch - Percussion, backup vocalsPatrick Kelly Doyle - Guitar
Technical support:Kat Yore - Recording engineerIain Thomson - Band engineerAngelo Acosta - Sound intern
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 with special mixes from KCRW’s own Novena Carmel and Ale Cohen, setting the tone for the journey ahead.