If you find yourself in a room with Novena Carmel, you’re in the right place. Now based in LA, Novena was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area surrounded by her mother’s record collection and rooted in musical legacy. Her father, Sly Stone, fortified her funk foundation and passed on a love for the brilliance of “everyday people.” Carmel's family connection to Brazil along with her Japanese bilingual and bicultural schooling, further expanded her world-view. Inspired by the guidance of one of her best friends and mentors, her grandfather, she moved to Los Angeles at 18, to attend UCLA. She has been a proud LA resident ever since with a deep appreciation for the city’s contributions to the global cultural landscape. When Novena launched her DJ career, it quickly took off, fueled by her global perspective, infectious energy and open-format music selections. In 2018 Novena Carmel was invited to join the DJ team at KCRW, and you can now catch her live at select events, and weekdays on-air as the host of KCRW's Morning Becomes Eclectic.

Candace Silva-Torres p/k/a SiLVA, is a radio host, DJ, and producer whose career spans broadcasting, live performance, and music curation. She currently hosts her Saturday night show on KCRW, where her ear for cutting-edge sounds and her engaging on-air presence, have made her a trusted voice in electronic music. Over the course of her career, SiLVA has interviewed more than 250 artists, including global icons such as Calvin Harris, Tiësto, Armin van Buuren, Steve Angello, and John Summit, providing listeners with rare insight into the creative forces driving the industry forward. Her experience extends beyond radio, with past work at Amazon Music, Dim Mak Studios, and Dash Radio, where she built a reputation for connecting audiences to both established names and emerging talent. On stage, SiLVA has performed alongside artists like Justice, Armand Van Helden, and Gorgon City, captivating crowds with her dynamic DJ sets and forward-thinking productions. Dedicated to championing culture and community, Candace Silva-Torres continues to shape the conversation around dance music while creating memorable experiences across the airwaves, clubs, and festivals.

Alejandro (Ale) Cohen is Director of Music Content for KCRW and has been part of the musical and cultural fabric of Los Angeles for over 25 years. A musician at heart, Cohen has played in many local bands over the years, including Languis and Pharaohs. He’s also an Emmy Award winning producer who has composed music for various film and television projects. And in his role as the Executive Director of dublab, a non-profit community radio station based in Los Angeles, he collaborated with countless artists and cultural institutions to create a vast catalog of memorable events and multimedia projects. His many years with dublab have crystalized his vision and approach to programming public radio. As KCRW’s Music Director, Cohen oversees the direction of the station's music programming.