Garth Trinidad

Garth Trinidad

KCRW DJ

Host

Garth Trinidad is a modern day griot - a DJ, artist, culture critic who employs various platforms to frame a stylish narrative that celebrates creative independence. His award winning international mix of music has been heard on KCRW's airwaves since 1996.

Regarded by press and peers as a key influencer of global music culture, Garth has introduced the world to such artists as Little Dragon and Janelle Monae, interviewed the likes of Quincy Jones and Yoko Ono, and is credited in part with shaping LA's modern music landscape. Through radio and journalism, event and content curation, music supervision, consulting, and production, he inspires audiences to nurture discovery and better discern popular culture.

Trinidad lists Apple, HBO, Nike, Sony, and Toyota as clients in his work outside the station. He has been featured in such publications as Wallpaper, Vanity Fair, and Rolling Stone, and local TV stations ABC-7, KCET, and KTLA-5.

An alumni of Otis College of Art & Design, he moonlights as an illustrator and fine artist.

Garth Trinidad on KCRW

KCRW DJ Garth Trinidad is, in his words, "taking a well-earned extended vacay, exploring what’s next in my journey to self love and actualization. I am evolving."

Garth Trinidad: Until we meet again

KCRW DJ Garth Trinidad is, in his words, "taking a well-earned extended vacay, exploring what’s next in my journey to self love and actualization. I am evolving."

from Music News

Hosted by KCRW DJ and iconic voice of Los Angeles, Garth Trinidad, and written & produced by KCRW On-Air Promo Director Adria Kloke; the Moments are your snack-sized invitation to a…

Moments of Serenity: Ocean

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from Life Examined

Hosted by KCRW DJ and iconic voice of Los Angeles, Garth Trinidad, and written & produced by KCRW On-Air Promo Director Adria Kloke; the Moments are your snack-sized invitation to a…

Moments of Serenity: Tea

Hosted by KCRW DJ and iconic voice of Los Angeles, Garth Trinidad, and written & produced by KCRW On-Air Promo Director Adria Kloke; the Moments are your snack-sized invitation to a…

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