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You might be familiar with the vocal delivery of Hayden Thorpe, who was formerly of the band Wild Beasts.

After a 12-year hiatus, several trans-continental moves, and various literally cinematic projects, the founders of The Cinematic Orchestra performed new music live for KCRW.

Music new and old, from Cape Verde, Senegal, Benin, and more.

Jamila Woods comes to us with the song "Baldwin," a tribute to the great writer who addressed whiteness in the USA and inspired Woods.

Labelmates and pals, Hanni El Khatib & De Lux teamed up for "Power Struggle," an anthem that packs all their inspirations: disco, post-punk, and beyond as they share production and…

An astute Kevin Morby fan will hear familiar words in "Beautiful Strangers" and the new song "OMG Rock n Roll," as they share the same lyrical DNA.  Morby says: “It’s meant to be…

Jose Galvan shines a light on some heaters for this summer weekend.

In honor of our fathers, we turn to the great Senegalese singer Youssou N'Dour, who shares "My Child" (featuring the late great Nigerian master drummer Babatunde Olatunji).

In my hotel room, I worked on a new show for tonight, until about 0300 hrs. and a few hours later, headed to the airport to get back here, via El Salvador.