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    Morning Becomes Eclectic

    Corinne Bailey Rae reflects on the past 20 years + Chris Douridas remembers William Orbit

    Novena Carmel
    Novena Carmel
    PlaylistsHand-Picked MusicIndie / Alt

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

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

    Aug 7, 2026
    MBE special guest Corinne Bailey Rae with MBE host Novena Carmel Photo by Rommel Alcantara / Courtesy of KCRW

    It's a busy Friday morning on MBE. In addition to sharing new releases, Novena welcomes special guest Corinne Bailey Rae, to reflect on the 20th anniversary of her landmark self titled debut, tour, new children's book, and also share some of her favorite selections from Bjork, Stevie Wonder, Jimi Hendrix and more. And we end the show joined by Chris Douridas to remember KCRW friend and iconic English producer, composer, musician, and DJ William Orbit, who sadly passed away at 59.

    The late musician/composer/producer William Orbit.

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        Novena Carmel

        Host of Morning Becomes Eclectic, co-host of Lost Notes

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        Nassir Nassirzadeh

        KCRW DJ

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        Corinne Bailey Rae

        musician

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        Chris Douridas

        KCRW DJ

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