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

On this episode we’ve cued up three incredible live in-studio sessions from recent guests: Mariachi El Bronx, Frazey Ford and Glass Animals.
We'll start things off with Glass Animals, who performed all new songs off their debut studio release, Zaba. Frontman Dave Bayley cites Madlib and Flying Lotus as some of his influences and you can definitely hear it in some of those smooth, downtempo soul grooves.
Next up we’ll get a dose of Memphis Soul with a live session from Frazey Ford. Ford started her career in the folk trio The Be Good Tanyas, but has since shifted back to her roots of southern R&B. On her return to MBE, Ford played new songs off her latest release Indian Ocean.
Rounding out the show, we’ll go out with a bang with Southern California locals Mariachi El Bronx. This group started as an offshoot of the punk group The Bronx, but added new players to create a new, contemporary take on a traditional folk sound.
Tracklist:
Black Mambo - Glass Animals
Gooey - Glass Animals
Hazey - Glass Animals
Pools - Glass Animals
September Fields - Frazey Ford
Three Golden Trees - Frazey Ford
Done - Frazey Ford
You're Not Free - Frazey Ford
Wildfires - Mariachi El Bronx
Cellmates - Mariachi El Bronx
Litigation - Mariachi El Bronx
Right Between The Eyes - Mariachi El Bronx
Banner Image: Glass Animals; Credit: Larry Hirshowitz
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Metro Art presents Soundtrips, a series oftransit-inspired sounds and stories designed to amplify your ride.Each installment is curated into easy-to-access playlists createdfor Metro riders to enjoy along the way. The series launches witha special mix from KCRW’s own Novena Carmel, setting the tone for the journey ahead.