Events, KCRW Music Announcement

KCRW and The Hammer Museum Announce Line-Up for 2018 Summer Nights

KCRW AND THE HAMMER MUSEUM ANNOUNCE LINE-UP FOR 2018 SUMMER NIGHTS

Featuring Cut Chemist, Kauf, Still Woozy, Sam Evian, Neil Frances, and KCRW DJs Jeremy Sole, Valida, and Anthony Valadez

Free, Outdoors, and All-Ages

Thursdays, July 12, 19 & 26

Los Angeles, CA (May 31, 2018) – KCRW and the Hammer Museum team up once again to present three nights of live music and DJ sets as part of KCRW’s Summer Nights series, Thursdays, July 12, 19, and 26. This year’s series features Cut Chemist, Kauf, Still Woozy, Sam Evian, Neil Frances, and KCRW DJs Jeremy Sole, Valida, and Anthony Valadez. All concerts are free, open to the public, all-ages, and held outdoors in the Hammer’s lively courtyard. The museum’s galleries will be open late so guests can enjoy the Hammer’s acclaimed biennial exhibition Made in L.A. 2018.

The series launches on Thursday, July 12, with a headlining set from producer, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Still Woozy. Mixing acoustic sounds with electronic elements, Still Woozy is the solo project of Sven Gamsky who writes, records, and produces from his Oakland, CA, garage. KCRW DJ Jeremy Sole kicks off the evening, followed by a set from the Los Angeles-based electronic duo Neil Frances.

On Thursday, July 19, the series continues with a headlining performance by electronic producer Kauf, whose dance music is informed by a songwriter structure and propelled by disco rhythms. Kauf’s debut album Regrowth was released last October. KCRW DJ Valida opens the evening, followed by a live set from Sam Evian, the solo project of New York-based musician, songwriter, and producer, Sam Owens.

The series closes on Thursday, July 26, with trailblazing DJ/producer Cut Chemist. A founding member of both Jurassic 5 and Ozomatli, Cut Chemist recently released his long-awaited second full-length solo album Die Cut. KCRW DJ Anthony Valadez launches the evening.

Happy hour with food trucks and cash bar starts at 6:30 p.m., and music starts at 7:30 p.m. The museum’s gallery hours will be extended to 9:00 p.m. so guests can take in Made in L.A. 2018, a major exhibition that takes over the entire museum, showcasing artists from the greater Los Angeles area. Through drawings, paintings, sculpture, textiles, performance, video photography, and installations – many newly commissioned for Made in L.A. 2018 – these 33 artists exemplify the diverse and creative landscape of Los Angeles today.

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Details:  

KCRW and the Hammer Museum present Summer Nights at the Hammer Museum, three free nights of live concerts featuring emerging artists and powerhouse DJs. The museum’s gallery hours will be extended to 9:00 p.m. so guests can enjoy the Hammer’s summer exhibition, Made in L.A 2018.

Happy hour at 6:30 p.m., Music starts at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, July 12
Still Woozy + Neil Frances + KCRW DJ Jeremy Sole

Thursday, July 19
Kauf + Sam Evian + KCRW DJ Valida

Thursday, July 26
Cut Chemist + KCRW DJ Anthony Valadez

LOCATION
Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90024

PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION
Event parking is available at 11020 Kinross Ave (UCLA Parking Lot 36)  with a flat rate of $5 payable by credit card or cell phone through the Park Mobile App. Enter Lot 36 from Kinross Avenue between Gayley and Veteran Avenues. The Hammer Museum is located one block east.

It’s also easy to reach the Hammer by public transportation. The 20/720 buses and Santa Monica and Culver City Bus Lines all stop within one block of the museum. You can also take the Metro Expo Line to Westwood/Rancho Park and transfer to the northbound 8 bus, which stops just outside the museum.

About KCRW
KCRW creates and curates a unique mix of content centered around music discovery, NPR news, cultural exploration and informed public affairs, driven by the spirit of LA and delivered in innovative ways — on the radio, digitally and in person — to diverse, curious communities around the corner and around the world. A community service of Santa Monica College, KCRW can be found on the air in LA, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Mojave, Palm Springs, San Luis Obispo, and online at kcrw.com.

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About the Hammer Museum:
The Hammer Museum at UCLA offers exhibitions and collections that span classic to contemporary art, as well as programs that spark meaningful encounters with art and ideas. Through a wide-ranging, international exhibition program and the biennial, Made in L.A., the Hammer highlights contemporary art since the 1960s, especially the work of emerging and under recognized artists. The exhibitions, permanent collections, and nearly 300 public programs annually—including film screenings, lectures, symposia, readings, music performances, and workshops for families—are all free to the public.

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Courtney Barnett Exclusive Live Version of Unreleased Song “Charity” from KCRW’s Apogee Session

Courtney Barnett Exclusive:
Live Version of Unreleased Song “Charity” from KCRW’s Apogee Session

Additional Highlights to Air on Friday, May 18 at 11:15 a.m. PDT on Morning Becomes Eclectic

In celebration of her upcoming new album, Tell Me How You Really Feel, Courtney Barnett performed songs from her new record, as well as fan favorites, live, in front of an intimate studio audience, as part of KCRW’s Apogee Sessions. Today, she shares “Charity,” an exclusive, previously-unreleased song, from that session.

Tomorrow, May 18, on the day Barnett releases her new album, KCRW will air additional highlights on Morning Becomes Eclectic, at 11:15 a.m. PDT.

KCRW Apogee Sessions are intrinsically special because they are held at famed producer/mixer Bob Clearmountain’s Apogee Studio located in Santa Monica. The setting delivers on both phenomenal sound quality and an up-close and personal live experience.

Morning Becomes Eclectic, hosted by KCRW Music Director Jason Bentley, is the station’s signature daily music program (9:00 a.m. – Noon) featuring new releases from emerging and established artists, underappreciated gems, live performances and interviews.

About KCRW
KCRW creates and curates a unique mix of content centered around music discovery, NPR news, cultural exploration and informed public affairs. We are driven by the spirit of LA and deliver in innovative ways — on the radio, digitally and in person — to diverse, curious communities around the corner and around the world. A community service of Santa Monica College, KCRW can be found on the air in LA, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Mojave, Palm Springs, San Luis Obispo, and online at kcrw.com.

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KCRW Presents the 9th Season of Summer Nights

KCRW Presents the 9th Season of Summer Nights
Free, All-Ages, Outdoor Shows Featuring the Best Emerging Bands and KCRW’s stellar DJs

Summer Nights Begin at One Colorado Old Pasadena with
Pinky Pinky + KCRW DJ Dan Wilcox (Saturday, June 2)
shey baba + KCRW DJ Chris Douridas (Saturday, June 16)

First-Ever KCRW HQ Summer Nights Launches
at the Station’s New Building Saturday, August 4

KCRW Continues Partnerships with the Hammer Museum, Chinatown, California African American Museum, Metro Arts at Union Station, and Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara

kcrw.com/summernights

Santa Monica, CA (May 15, 2018) – KCRW presents the 9th season of its signature event series, Summer Nights, featuring free, all-ages, outdoor shows throughout the summer to communities in the greater Los Angeles area and beyond, featuring the best emerging artists and KCRW’s stellar DJs.

KCRW’s 2018 Summer Nights officially launch on June 2 with a live performance from proto-prog 3-piece Pinky Pinky, and a DJ set from KCRW’s Dan Wilcox. The concert takes place in the courtyard amidst the historic buildings of One Colorado Old Pasadena.

New to 2018 is the first-ever KCRW HQ Summer Nights series taking place at KCRW’s brand-new home on Santa Monica College’s state-of-the-art CMD Campus. Three nights of exceptional music, delicious drink and food, dancing, and a chance to check out KCRW’s new digs, will take place on three Saturdays – August 4, August 11, and August 18. Talent to be announced.

KCRW’s partnerships with organizations across SoCal continue with the second season of concerts at the California African American Museum and Metro Arts Presents at Union Station. KCRW will also continue longstanding partnerships with the Hammer Museum, Chinatown and Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara.

For more information, please visit: kcrw.com/summernights

One Colorado Old Pasadena

KCRW’s Summer Nights kick-off on Saturday, June 2, at 7:30 p.m., at One Colorado Old Pasadena featuring a live performance from Pinky Pinky – a 3-piece proto-prog-inspired L.A. trio featuring teenagers Isabelle Fields (17, guitar), Eva Chambers (17, bass), and Anastasia Sanchez (19, vocals/drums). The band preach nothing but good, clean, fun – with a nod to the greats of yesteryear, and a commitment toward the future. KCRW DJ Dan Wilcox opens and closes the evening.

On Saturday, June 16, One Colorado continues with shey baba. The Los Angeles-born singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, spent two years in relative isolation patiently making what would become his stunning debut album, Requiem. With an incredible body of work now complete, shey baba is ready to share something very special. KCRW DJ Chris Douridas opens and closes the evening.

One Colorado Old Pasadena is a collection of 17 historic buildings housing a curated mix of nationally acclaimed retailers and designers, unique local merchants, inventive restaurants, and a boutique cinema. It’s the retail centerpiece and favorite casual gathering place for the Pasadena community, with public events hosted year-round in its central courtyard.

Saturday, June 2, 7:30 p.m.
Pinky Pinky + KCRW DJ Dan Wilcox

Saturday, June 16, 7:30 p.m.
shey baba + KCRW DJ Chris Douridas

California African American Museum

KCRW returns to the California African American Museum (CAAM) for a very special show featuring KCRW DJs Aaron Byrd and Garth Trinidad, on Saturday, July 14, at 6:00 p.m. This back-by-popular demand CAAM edition of Summer Nights offers food trucks, a beer garden, and after-hours museum access to all of their summer exhibitions including the acclaimed How Sweet the Sound: Gospel Music in Los Angeles.

The California African American Museum (CAAM) in Exposition Park explores the art, history, and culture of African Americans, with an emphasis on California and the West. In addition to presenting a dynamic slate of exhibitions and public programs, CAAM houses a permanent collection of more than four thousand works of art, artifacts, and historical documents, and a publicly accessible research library containing more than twenty thousand volumes. Admission is always free.

Saturday, July 14, 6:00 p.m.
KCRW DJs Aaron Byrd + Garth Trinidad

Metro Arts Presents at Union Station

KCRW expands its partnership with Metro Art Presents, this year for three Summer Nights, at the historic Union Station in Downtown L.A. Dancing, games, food and drink will flow at one of the city’s most iconic landmarks offering a chance to explore the architectural treasure. While you’re there, you can check out one of the many artworks at the station, including one that sings to you called “A-Train.” If you whisper certain words into a spot in the wall the artwork will sing songs by the likes of Duke Ellington, Lena Horne, and The Beatles. Learn about this and other artworks at the station, on a free tour offered by Metro Art, at metro.net/art.


Friday, July 27, 5:30 p.m.
KCRW DJs Travis Holcombe + Jason Bentley

Friday, August 3, 5:30 p.m.
KCRW DJs Anne Litt + Dan Wilcox

Friday, August 10, 5:30 p.m.
KCRW DJs Raul Campos + Anthony Valadez

Chinatown

Part summer party, part food festival, Chinatown Summer Nights offer an exciting hot spot for Angelenos. Dance in Central Plaza with KCRW DJs, sip on craft brews; experience large-scale, outdoor video projections; shop small business merchants and a craft and vintage market; taste the many culinary offerings of Chinatown and L.A.’s gourmet food trucks; watch local chefs perform cooking demonstrations and take part in hands-on, Chinese cultural activity workshops!

Saturday, June 30, 8:00 p.m.
KCRW DJs Liza Richardson + Garth Trinidad

Saturday, July 28, 8:00 p.m.
KCRW DJs Mathieu Schreyer + Anthony Valadez

Saturday, August 25, 8:00 p.m.
KCRW DJs Raul Campos + Jason Bentley

Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara

Savor warm summer nights with art, cocktails, and live music from KCRW DJs at Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara, on the beautiful Paseo Nuevo Upper Arts Terrace. Curated Cocktails: Summer Nights with KCRW feature unique themes inspired by current exhibitions from Barry McGee and Andy Coolquitt, after-hours museum access, signature cocktails, and interactive art-making. The events take place on the first Thursdays in July, August, and September as part of Downtown Santa Barbara’s 1st Thursdays.

Thursday, July 5, 7:00 p.m.
KCRW DJ Aaron Byrd

Thursday, August 2, 7:00 p.m.
KCRW DJ Marion Hodges

Thursday, September 6, 7:00 p.m.
KCRW DJ Travis Holcombe

Hammer Museum

KCRW also continues its longstanding collaboration with the Hammer Museum featuring a diverse array of musicians in their idyllic courtyard, as well as late-night gallery hours, on Thursday, July 12, July 19, and July 26. Talent to be announced shortly.

CHRONOLOGICAL LISTING OF 2018 KCRW’s SUMMER NIGHTS SERIES:
All concerts are free and all-ages

GREATER LOS ANGELES AREA:

Saturday, June 2, 7:30 p.m.
One Colorado Old Pasadena
Pinky Pinky + KCRW DJ Dan Wilcox

Saturday, June 16, 7:30 p.m.
One Colorado Old Pasadena
shey baba + KCRW DJ Chris Douridas

Saturday, June 30, 8:00 p.m.
Chinatown
KCRW DJs Liza Richardson + Garth Trinidad

Thursday, July 12, at 6:30 p.m.
Hammer Museum
Talent TBA

Saturday, July 14, 6:00 p.m.
California African American Museum
KCRW DJs Aaron Byrd + Garth Trinidad

Thursday, July 19, at 6:30 p.m.
Hammer Museum
Talent TBA

Thursday, July 26, at 6:30 p.m.
Hammer Museum
Talent TBA

Friday, July 27, 5:30 p.m.
Metro Arts Presents at Union Station
KCRW DJs Travis Holcombe + Jason Bentley

Saturday, July 28, 8:00 p.m.
Chinatown
KCRW DJs Mathieu Schreyer + Anthony Valadez

Saturday, August 4, time TBA
KCRW HQ @ Santa Monica College’s CMD Campus
Talent TBA

Friday, August 3, 5:30 p.m.
Metro Arts Presents at Union Station
KCRW DJs Anne Litt + Dan Wilcox

Saturday, August 11, time TBA
KCRW HQ @ Santa Monica College’s CMD Campus
Talent TBA

Friday, August 10, 5:30 p.m.
Metro Arts Presents at Union Station
KCRW DJs Raul Campos + Anthony Valadez

Saturday, August 18, time TBA
KCRW HQ @ Santa Monica College’s CMD Campus
Talent TBA

Saturday, August 25, 8:00 p.m.
Chinatown
KCRW DJs Raul Campos + Jason Bentley

SANTA BARBARA:

Thursday, July 5, 7:00 p.m.
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara
KCRW DJ Aaron Byrd

Thursday, August 2, 7:00 p.m.
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara
KCRW DJ Marion Hodges

Thursday, September 6, 7:00 p.m.
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara
KCRW DJ Travis Holcombe

For all media inquiries, please contact:
Laura Cohen, LC Media, lcmediapr@gmail.com

About KCRW
KCRW creates and curates a unique mix of content centered around music discovery, NPR news, cultural exploration and informed public affairs. We are driven by the spirit of LA and deliver in innovative ways — on the radio, digitally and in person — to diverse, curious communities around the corner and around the world. A community service of Santa Monica College, KCRW can be found on the air in LA, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Mojave, Palm Springs, San Luis Obispo, and online at kcrw.com.

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May on MBE – Beach House, Sofi Tukker, Courtney Barnett, Laura Veirs, and EELS

May’s live performances
on KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic

Beach House, Sofi Tukker, Courtney Barnett,
Laura Veirs, and EELS

May’s live performances on KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic kick-off with Beach House performing live, tomorrow, Tuesday, May 15. Throughout the month, the station’s flagship music program welcomes the breadth of artists you would expect from the SoCal tastemaker including Sofi Tukker (10am), Courtney Barnett, and Laura Veirs. May on MBE also offers the first opportunity to see songs from EELS new record The Deconstruction performed live.

All performances can be heard on-air, or streamed live at kcrw.com in the 11:00 AM PDT hour unless otherwise noted.

Tuesday, May 15 – Beach House
Baltimore-based band Beach House continues to create dark and dreamy pop music that is absolutely captivating. Their new album 7 (the band’s seventh studio album) is earning them some of the best reviews of their decade-plus career.

Wednesday, May 16 – Sofi Tukker – Airs at 10:00 a.m.
KCRW were among the very first to champion Sofi Tukker, who have quickly found an impassioned following for their infectious dance pop sound. They just released their debut full length Treehouse which includes “Baby I’m a Queen,” a song that they performed live on MBE back in 2016. They return to the studio for a special 4-song set.

Friday, May 18 – Courtney Barnett
Courtney Barnett has experienced a quick rise to indie rock fame thanks to whip-smart lyricism and a stream-of-conscious singing style that puts the focus on her wry observations about everyday life. On the day she releases her new album, Tell Me How You Really Feel, KCRW will air highlights from a session recorded at Apogee Studio in front of a live audience.  

Wednesday, May 23 – Laura Veirs
On her 10th solo album, The Lookout, prolific songwriter Laura Veirs demonstrates the depth of her musical skill. There is something warm and soothing about her voice that makes lyrics about our unsteady world go down easy. The last time Veirs visited the KCRW studio, it was as part of the singer-songwriter super group case/lang/veirs (with kd lang and Neko Case).

Friday, May 25 – EELS
EELS visit KCRW studios for the first full band live performance of songs from the new album The Deconstruction. The session takes place just days before the launch of a world tour, so it’s the first place for fans to see and hear the new songs performed live.  

Morning Becomes Eclectic, hosted by KCRW Music Director Jason Bentley, is the station’s signature daily music program (9:00 AM – Noon) featuring new releases from emerging and established artists, underappreciated gems, live performances and interviews.

About KCRW
KCRW creates and curates a unique mix of content centered around music discovery, NPR news, cultural exploration and informed public affairs. We are driven by the spirit of LA and deliver in innovative ways — on the radio, digitally and in person — to diverse, curious communities around the corner and around the world. A community service of Santa Monica College, KCRW can be found on the air in LA, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Mojave, Palm Springs, San Luis Obispo, via the KCRW-developed smart phone app, and online at kcrw.com.

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