Tune-Yards

It's a fun-filled show today. We have a world premiere from vibey brooklyn-based musician Nick Hakim.

Whitney Houston sang backup at 14. Jimi Hendrix performed as the hired guitarist for Little Richard and The Isley Brothers.

Chick Corea was a protean musician.

Rumors are that Tristan Bechet aka TRZTN is working on the soundtrack to a horror film now that his new album is out.

Anne Litt hosts unexpected choices in progressive pop and new rhythms.

If there’s one thing that you can expect on KCRW, it's the support of artists who defy genre and category. Jose James is one of those artists.

According to the Swedish artist Badlands’ the song “Southbound Call” is about “laughing in the face of danger, and finding a sanctuary for the mind in times when life is hard.”

There’s no doubt 2021 is off to a great start in regards to music. There's been so many releases to help us get through these most interesting times.

"Just Jazz" with LeRoy Downs. Downs' goal is to bring a varied sonic experience to jazz, while blending music, style, and culture.