Upcoming on MBE and KCRW Presents

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Upcoming Live Performances on MORNING BECOMES ECLECTIC with host JASON BENTLEY

Wednesday, April 14, Mad Professor is a leading producer in dub and reggae music who’s lent his golden touch to Sade and Massive Attack. He’s released hundreds of original recordings and will treat us to some songs live on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.

Thursday, April 15, Jose James has dazzled critics and audiences alike with his rich baritone voice and deft combination of soul, hip-hop and jazz. He makes a rare Los Angeles appearance to perform live on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.

Friday, April 16, Vancouver’s garage rock duo Japandroids received critical acclaim for their debut album and are preparing for a summer touring major music festivals around the world. Get a preview when they perform on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.

Monday, April 19, Sigur Ros frontman Jonsi brings the joyful sound of his solo project to Morning Becomes Eclectic listeners at 11:15am.

Tuesday, April 20, Australian artists The Temper Trap have taken the U.S. by storm with their yearning vocals and grand guitars. Their live show blew everyone away at SXSW and we’ll experience it on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.

Wednesday, April 21, Vocal acrobat Pepi Ginsberg has made a fan out of our own Henry Rollins, among many others. Hear the singer’s distinctive voice as she performs with a full band on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.

Thursday, April 22, Ozomatli returns to our studios to celebrate the band’s latest release “Fire Away,” as well as an EP of remixes produced by KCRW DJs. Music from the celebrated collective is a sonic collision of salsa, dancehall, cumbia, hip hop and more. Hear it all in a live session on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.

Monday, April 26, Josh Rouse‘s perfectly crafted pop songs get a Latin twist on his new album. Enjoy a globe-trotting musical journey when Josh Rouse performs live on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.

Tuesday, April 27, Mexican singer/songwriter Julieta Venegas established herself in the late 90’s as a cutting-edge Latin Alternative artist. Since then she’s expanded her appeal and fanbase as an international star with a stunning pop appeal. Julieta Venegas returns to KCRW studios for a live performance and interview on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.

Thursday, April 29, The upbeat sunny songs on Rogue Wave‘s new album have been a mainstay on our airwaves for months. We’re thrilled to welcome the indie rock band from Oakland into our studios for a live performance on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.

KCRW.COM PRESENTS

Thurs, April 13 and Wed, April 14, LITTLE DRAGON at THE INDEPENDENT in SAN FRANCISCO.

KCRW PRESENTS IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Wed, April 14, JOSE JAMES AND QUADRON (DJ SET) AT OM AT ZANZIBAR.
Thurs, April 15, CAETANO VELOSO AT THE GREEK THEATRE.
Sun, April 18, ARCTIC MONKEYS AT PAPPY & HARRIET’S in Pioneertown.
Tues, April 20, EVEREST AT THE BOOTLEG THEATRE.
Thurs, April 22, PRINCETON AT THE TROUBADOUR.
Thurs, April 22, SHELBY LYNNE AT THE ROXY.
Sat, April 24, JOSH ROUSE AT LARGO AT THE CORONET.
Sun, April 25, JOSH ROUSE AT LARGO AT THE CORONET.
Thurs, April 29, JAMIE LIDELL AT THE TROUBADOUR.
Wed, May 5, TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB AT THE TROUBADOUR
Fri, May 7, KING SUNNY ADE AT THE ECHOPLEX.
Fri, May 7, FIRST Fri’S AT THE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM featuring THE TALLEST MAN ON EARTH and GAMBLE HOUSE.
Tues, May 18, MASSIVE ATTACK AT THE WILTERN.
Wed, May 19, MASSIVE ATTACK AT THE WILTERN.
Thurs, May 20, SHOUT OUT LOUDS AT THE EL REY THEATRE.
Thurs, May 20, MINUS THE BEAR AT THE MAYAN.
Tues, May 25, NADA SURF AT THE TROUBADOUR.
Wed, May 26, NADA SURF AT THE TROUBADOUR.
Fri, June 11, HENRY ROLLINS: FREQUENT FLYER TOUR AT LARGO AT THE CORONET.
Sat, June 12, HENRY ROLLINS: FREQUENT FLYER TOUR AT LARGO AT THE CORONET.
Thurs, June 24, FAT FREDDY’S DROP AT THE MUSIC BOX AT THE HENRY FONDA.
Mon, July 19, THE NEW PORNOGRAPHERS AT THE MUSIC BOX.