The King of Boogaloo and the ultimate entrance music from The Who
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.

If ever there was a day for the phrase, “less talk, more rock,” today is that day. New music Friday is fully living up to its name, and we want to send you straight in on the action. A simple click of the play button gets you fresh Gorillaz from their just-around-the-corner LP Cracker Island, a jaunt into the The Arcs first new album in eight years, and your chance at tickets to the rock and roll dream of Phoenix and Beck sharing the stage at the Kia Forum later this year.
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 with special mixes from KCRW’s own Novena Carmel and Ale Cohen, setting the tone for the journey ahead.