The Alabama Shakes "American Dream" questions whether it's become the impossible dream
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.

Whitney Houston sang backup at 14. Jimi Hendrix performed as the hired guitarist for Little Richard and The Isley Brothers. Reginald Dwight, aka Elton John, and his 1960's R&B band backed Patti Labelle. Today we revisit the beginnings of some of the most legendary names in music. You gotta start somewhere, right?
Jams. 🤘🏼
@NovenaCarmel drops that @stpanther on Morning Becomes Eclectic. 🔥
@KCRW@mbeKCRWpic.twitter.com/CiCsoFsrzZ— Anthony Valadez (@anthonyvaladez)
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.