Producer, 'Morning Becomes Eclectic'
Rachel Reynolds is the producer of Morning Becomes Eclectic and creator/producer of the Guest DJ Project. From 2007-2015, she was the station's Music Publicity Director and Editor of the KCRW Music Blog.
Tom Schnabel celebrates two notable centennials Rhythm Planet host Tom Schnabel drops by Morning Becomes Eclectic at 10am to celebrate two notable centennials. This year marks the 100-year annversary of French impressionist composer Debussey's death, and what would have been the 100th birthday of Leonard Bernstein.
Orquesta Akokán Orquesta Akokán is a deeply soulful mambo ensemble straight out of Cuba. Signed to famed Brooklyn label Daptone Records, the band’s high energy music is both thrilling and timeless.
Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats released their excellent sophomore album Tearing at the Seams earlier this year and have been on the road ever since. Inspired by personal drama, but full of hope, the new songs come alive on stage. We share highlights from a set recorded at Apogee studio, with host Anne Litt.
Neil and Liam Finn They’ve been playing music together for many, many years, but father/son duo Neil and Liam Finn waited until the time was right to record a proper album together. We air a live session with the New Zealand favorites, hosted by Chris Douridas, on the release date for Lightsleeper.
Charlotte Gainsbourg French singer Charlotte Gainsbourg came by KCRW to record a short set of music from her new album, “Rest.” This is her first US live radio session behind this album, and it includes a very personal interview about the life events that inspired this record.
Shannon Shaw Shannon Shaw, lead vocalist, bassist, and founder of Shannon & the Clams, has struck out on her own with her first solo album, produced by The Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach. Her cinematic pop noir is delivered with a captivating charisma that we can’t wait to witness live.
Tom Schnabel talks Fania Records Tom Schnabel joins us at 10am to discuss the "Motown of Latin music," Fania Records.
Rex Orange County Rex Orange County is not from Southern California. In fact, it’s the moniker of 20-year-old UK musician Alex O'Connor, whose star has risen swiftly on the strength of the insanely catchy single Loving Is Easy. He brings his unique modern pop sound to our studio for a live session.
Femi Kuti Femi Kuti is the eldest son of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, and took up the reins after his death. He continues his family's socially conscious message on his new collection of songs, One People One World, and brings in his band The Positive Force for a live set.
Hatchie Aussie singer Hatchie has been dubbed the “dream pop idol of tomorrow” by Pitchfork. We see a bright future for this young artist and are happy to welcome her to our studio for her MBE debut.
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