KCRW Announces Line-Up for 2018 Masquerade

KCRW ANNOUNCES LINE-UP FOR

2018 MASQUERADE

Santigold (DJ Set), White Denim, Wajatta, DāM-FunK, Cherry Glazerr, Shannon Shaw, Brothers Griiin,

Lucent Dossier, KCRW DJs, and more!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2018
9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
The Los Angeles Theatre

Tickets On-Sale Today at kcrw.com/masquerade

Santa Monica, CA (September 12, 2018) – KCRW announced today the line-up for the 2018 Masquerade, L.A.’s iconic Halloween extravaganza, featuring Santigold (DJ Set), White Denim, Wajatta, DāM-FunK, Cherry Glazerr, Shannon Shaw, Brothers Griiin, Lucent Dossier, as well as KCRW DJs Raul Campos, Chris Douridas, Jose Galvan, Marion Hodges, Travis Holcombe, Liza Richardson, Jeremy Sole, Anthony Valadez, and Dan Wilcox, on Saturday, October 27, from 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., at the historic Los Angeles Theatre. KCRW’s Masquerade, dubbed “legendary” by Time Out, and “the best costume party in town” by Edge is a feast for the senses, a glamorous and gritty mash-up of eccentricity, featuring DJs, bands, special musical guests, performance artists, and much more.

Tickets are on sale now for $89.9. For more details visit: http://www.kcrw.com/masquerade

More about the artists:

Santigold:

In the decade since her classic eponymous debut, Santi has revealed herself to be the most eclectic artist of her generation with a broad influence. She has collaborated with Jay Z, Kanye West, The Yeah Yeah Yeah’s Karen O & Nick Zinner, Beastie Boys, David Byrne, Amadou & Mariam, Q Tip, MIA, Mark Ronson, Pharrell, Julian Casablancas, Lykke Li, Basement Jaxx, Matt & Kim, Major Lazer, Asap Rocky, Diplo, Lil Yachty, Devo, and The Lonely Island. Her songs have been sampled by Drake & Lil Wayne and Future among others. She’s written for Gza of Wu-Tang Clan, Lily Allen, and Christina Aguilera. Santi has been handpicked for tours by Bjork, Kanye West, Jay Z, Coldplay, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and the Beastie Boys. She’s a singular artist beloved by her peers across genres. On July 27th through Downtown Records, Santigold released I Don’t Want: The Gold Fire Sessions – a summer-inspired spontaneous mixtape-style project recorded with Mixpak Records producer Dre Skull.

White Denim:

In his 1942 essay The Myth of Sisyphus, Camus wrote that “All great deeds and all great thoughts have a ridiculous beginning. Great works are often born on a street corner or in a restaurant’s revolving door.” 15 years later Richard Wayne Penniman wrote “Wop bop a loo bop a wop bam boom”, an undeniably powerful vocalization that on any given Wednesday in any given situation, civilized or otherwise, is still fully capable of setting somebody’s stuff aflame. Over ten years and seven long players into their career, White Denim are still in the relentless pursuit of a thread- in other words, a wick. The Austin, Texas band have carefully and continuously studied the greatest records ever made, but they write songs just dumb enough to drink, dance, and fight to. Theirs is a music that aims for the whole body, while equally satisfying the mind. While it has morphed, expanded, and even burst apart, White Denim’s sincere and human drive and ability to spark true exhilaration have been unerring constants of the band’s 10-year existence.

Wajatta:

Wajatta – the new group formed by beat-boxer/comedian/musician Reggie Watts and electronic music artist/DJ/producer John Tejada recently released its debut album, Casual High Technology. Presented as a cosmic collection of funk-infused techno, Casual High Technology is the culmination of decades’ worth of Watts and Tejada’s favorite electronic music shaped to fit a new dance sensibility. Wajatta (pronounced wa-Ha-ta), as the name suggests, is a mash-up of the artist’s last names. Having grown up with similar musical influences, Austrian-born Tejada and German-born Watts draw from their love of urban, electronic music. Exploring the intersection between influences and innovation, the two describe Wajatta’s music as “electronic dance music with its roots in Detroit techno, Chicago house, ’70s funk and New York hip hop.” Tejada’s deep, melodic production makes the perfect backing for Watt’s wide vocal range and live looping skills.

DāM-FunK:

Damon “Dām-Funk” Riddick grew up in the Los Angeles city/suburb of Pasadena. A ’70s baby, he came of age in the era of the Uncle Jamm’s Army parties, of electro-pharaoh Egyptian Lover, of Prince’s purple reign. His parents nurtured his musical talents as a child and by his teens, he mastered the drums, then the drum machine. A chance encounter led to an apprenticeship under funk songwriter/producer Leon Sylvers III (SOLAR Records) and by the mid-90s G-Funk era in hip-hop, Dām found his musical skills in high demand by rappers such as Mack 10 and MC Eiht. In 2006, Dām-Funk and a few friends launched the popular Funkmosphere party in L.A., bringing the boogie back. It’s around then that Dām drew the attention of Stones Throw. Dām’s partnership with the label has seen the release of his debut Toeachizown (2009) and Invite the Light (2015), as well as an anthology of early productions, Adolescent Funk (2010), to Higher (2013) with Steve Arrington and 7 Days of Funk (2013) with Snoop Dogg.

Cherry Glazerr:

Clem, a 19 year old teen Queen with a headstrong resolve like her hero Patti Smith dreamed up Cherry Glazerr in her LA bedroom. Bolstering Clem’s vision is the loud-in every-way-possible drummer Tabor Allen and the level-headed but bad-ass, multi-instrumentalist Sasami Ashworth who plays synths and notably French Horn (Clem is still scheming on how to incorporate that into Cherry Glazerr’s sound).The band’s newfound self-discipline and motivation has evolved Cherry Glazerr into a wildly complex, hugely guitar heavy, and unapologetically loud machine. When it comes to sweating the major shit, Cherry Glazerr live like they want to see others live. They don’t want to preach certain politics, they’d rather hold court for an open discourse. The subject of equality among the sexes, however, holds a special, unavoidable place for Clem, torchbearer for feminism in its raddest forms.

Shannon Shaw:

Shannon Shaw, the captivating vocalist, bassist, and founder of Shannon & the Clams, released her first solo album, Shannon In Nashville in June, 2018. A nod to Dusty Springfield’s 1969 classic Dusty In Memphis, Shaw made her own pilgrimage down South to collaborate with The Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach and a congregation of revered old-school session musicians. Evoking the tear-jerking intonations of Brenda Lee and Patsy Cline, Shaw’s mastery of the instrument she was born to use leaves no doubt that she belongs squarely on the throne of whatever she cares to belt out. The record’s lush orchestration seamlessly melds the Nashville Sound with the Motown Sound—both known for crossing a type of roots music over into pop—and provides the wings for Shaw’s naturally anguished, torchy voice to soar. Shaw truly arrives in Nashville sounding like a woman who has learned to embrace who she is and where she came from.

Brothers Griiin:

You may recognize the Brothers Griiin as the fearless drumming duo behind The Flaming Lips, but after the show these international DJ destroyers bring the party to the people. Matt Duckworth (Stardeath and White Dwarfs) and Nicholas Ley (Colourmusic) got the call to join the Flaming Lips in early 2014. The plan was to alternate drumming duties for the Lips in between their other tours at first, but after a few shows with both drummers it was decided that the Lips would only play with the “Brothers.” When you catch the Brothers Griiin live, they have no genre or playlist, they just spin what the party needs, all night long. Mixing funk, hip hop, pop, indie and dance, these gladiators of style and taste keep the drinks full and the dance floor packed. Go party with them, you’re all invited. It will be loud. It will be wild. It will be Griiin.

Lucent Dossier

This world-renowned, pioneering performance collective combines spellbinding performances, interactive service stations, haute couture costumes, and avant-garde concepts to welcome their audience into an other-wordly experience. Lucent Dossier has been recognized as the pioneers of an artistic revolution, with a strong focus on performances of the heart and a completely innovative fashion style that can now be seen woven into the hip cultural landscape that is enchanting the mainstream of America and the world. Prepare for a transformative experience as you’re staggered and spellbound by the cirque stylings of this ancient-futuristic creative revolution, Lucent Dossier Experience.

Editors please note:
KCRW’s Masquerade 2018
Saturday, October 27
9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.

Los Angeles Theatre
615 S. Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90014

Tickets currently on sale at kcrw.com/masquerade
Ticket price: $89.9

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.

KCRW Presents the First-Ever Summer Nights’ Backyard Party @ KCRW HQ

KCRW Presents the First-Ever Summer Nights’
Backyard Party @ KCRW HQ

Featuring The Midnight Hour, Jim James, Henry Rollins, and KCRW DJs

This brand-new, three-concert series is free, all-ages, and outdoors, and takes place in the backyard of KCRW’s new home at Santa Monica College’s CMD Campus

Saturdays: August 4, 11, and 18, at 7PM

Santa Monica, CA (July 16, 2018) – KCRW announces today, details for a brand-new Summer Nights series – the first-ever Backyard Party @ KCRW HQ, free, outdoors, and all-ages at KCRW’s new home on Santa Monica College’s state-of-the-art CMD Campus. This three-concert series launches with The Midnight Hour – the project from Ali Shaheed Muhammad (of A Tribe Called Quest) and composer Adrian Younge – performing with an 18-piece band on August 4. On August 11, Jim James will treat everyone to a luscious solo acoustic performance. The series will close with a blistering DJ set by Henry Rollins. KCRW DJs Garth Trinidad, Travis Holcombe, Liza Richardson, Chris Douridas, Dan Wilcox, and Eric J. Lawrence will also be delivering killer DJ sets throughout the series.

Backyard Party @ KCRW also features Good Food’s Evan Kleiman’s favorite food trucks, record collectors and dealers hand-selected by Beats Swap Meet, a bar, and plenty of summer fun.

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

More about the Artists:

When two of hip-hop’s most accomplished composers get together to make an album, you know the results are going to be special. Ali Shaheed Muhammad (A Tribe Called Quest) & Adrian Younge began their work together in 2013 on the critically acclaimed album There Is Only Now. Their partnership cemented on the score work for Marvel’s Luke Cage. The duo’s long awaited album as The Midnight Hour is carefully constructed and masterful, and showcases their songwriting ability like never before. The 20-track double album, was recently released June 8, on Linear Labs, and distributed digitally by INgrooves with vinyl distributed by Traffic Entertainment. The lead track and first single “Questions” features CeeLo Green and perfectly captures the album’s underlying roots in hip-hop’s origins.

Flipping through the pages of The Last Whole Earth Catalogue, a resource that was, in 1971, basically the internet before the internet, Jim James stumbled upon a distorted photo of “The Illuminated Man” by Duane Michals. Immediately moved by the photo, he asked for permission to use the image as the album cover of his third solo album Uniform Distortion. The first request to Michals was rejected. In hopes of changing his mind, James wrote a letter to Michals, personally, and was ultimately allowed to use the image. In the letter James wrote “the name of my new record is ‘UNIFORM DISTORTION’ because i feel like there is this blanket distortion on society/media and the way we gather our ‘news’ and important information…and more and more of us are feeling lost and looking for new ways out of this distortion and back to the truth…and finding hope in places like the desert where i write this email to you now…finding hope in the land and in the water and in old books offering new ideas and most importantly in each other and love.”

In describing Henry Rollins, the tendency is to try to squeeze as many labels as possible into a single sentence. “Rollins is many things,” says The Washington Post, “diatribist, confessor, provocateur, humorist, even motivational speaker…his is an enthusiastic and engaging chatter.” Entertainment Weekly’s list includes “Punk Rock icon. Spoken word poet. Actor. Author. DJ. Is there anything this guy can’t do?” TV Guide has more concisely called him a “Renaissance Man” but if Henry Rollins could be reduced to a single word, that word would undoubtedly be “workaholic.” When he’s not traveling, Rollins prefers a to keep a relentless schedule full of work, with gigs as an actor, author, DJ, voice-over artist and TV show host to name a few of the roles that keep his schedule full. Rollins has toured the world as a spoken word artist, as frontman for both Rollins Band and Black Flag and as a solitary traveler with insatiable curiosity, favoring road-less-traveled locales in places such as Nepal, Sri Lanka, Siberia, North Korea, South Sudan and Iran.

DETAILS:
Backyard Party @ KCRW HQ
1660 Stewart Street
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Free, outdoors and all-ages

Saturday, August 4, at 7pm
The Midnight Hour + KCRW DJs Garth Trinidad + Travis Holcombe

Saturday, August 11, at 7pm
Jim James + KCRW DJs Liza Richardson + Chris Douridas

Saturday, August 18, at 7pm
Henry Rollins + KCRW DJs Dan Wilcox + Eric J. Lawrence

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.

KCRW Music Announcement

Dirty Projectors Exclusive Live Version of Unreleased Song “I Found It In U” from MBE

Dirty Projectors Exclusive Live Version of Unreleased Song “I Found It In U” from KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic

Additional Highlights to Air on Thursday, July 12, at 11:15 am PDT

In celebration of the new album, Lamp Lit Prose, Dirty Projectors performed live for KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic. Today, they share “I Found It In U” an exclusive, previously-unreleased song, from that session.

On Thursday, July 12, the day before the album is released, KCRW will air additional highlights on Morning Becomes Eclectic, at 11:15 am PDT.

Dirty Projectors’ Lamp Lit Prose, out this Friday, July 13, on Domino, was produced by Dave Longstreth at his studio Ivo Shandor in Los Angeles. The new album features guest appearances from SYD, EMPRESS OF, AMBER MARK, HAIM, ROSTAM, ROBIN PECKNOLD, and DEAR NORA, as well as longtime DPs’ rhythm section Nat Baldwin and Mike Johnson. Lamp Lit Prose arrives just over a year after 2017’s self-titled Dirty Projectors. With Lamp Lit Prose Longstreth’s band returns with an album that is the yang to the yin of the 2017 effort. The songs signal a page turned for Longstreth: hope instead of heartbreak, a restorative balance. Guitars have returned to the Dirty Projectors’ world, intricate vocal harmony too. Lamp Lit Prose is a recommitment to the sounds and ideals of Dirty Projectors, embracing the band’s trademarks while pushing forward the sonic envelope. For more information on Lamp Lit Prose, including upcoming tour dates and purchase/streaming links, go to http://dirtyprojectors.net/

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.

KCRW Music Announcement

This Week on MBE: Kamasi Washington, Father John Misty and Greta Van Fleet

This Week on KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic:
Kamasi Washington, Father John Misty
and Greta Van Fleet

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

Tuesday, June 19 – Kamasi Washington
Groundbreaking musician Kamasi Washington visits the KCRW studios, for the live radio debut behind his highly anticipated sophomore album Heaven and Earth, out on Friday, June 22. The L.A. native is pushing jazz forward like no one else and will bring a 14-piece band to The Village for this exclusive live set.

Thursday, June 21 – Father John Misty – 10:00 a.m
In anticipation of his headlining KCRW’s World Festival performance at the Hollywood Bowl on June 24, Father John Misty recorded a stunning set of songs from his new album, God’s Favorite Customer, expressly for the station. These sublime live recordings will air at 10:00 a.m.

Friday, June 22 – Greta Van Fleet
Michigan quartet Greta Van Fleet has seen a quick rise to fame for their classic rock sound. They were the talk of Coachella this year and will bring a blistering live set to KCRW’s basement studio.

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.

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KCRW Releases New App with Apple Music and Spotify Integration

KCRW Releases New App
with Apple Music and Spotify Integration

The new design showcases podcasts and on-demand shows, allows users to build their own playlists from their favorite KCRW DJs, and helps members find benefits with an interactive map.

Today KCRW launched the newly-redesigned KCRW app. Free and available for IOS and Android, the new app has an improved user interface and a bevy of features geared towards a better experience for members and fans alike:

Be your own DJ! Play KCRW’s Top Tracks at any party right off your phone, or stream your favorite DJ’s show on demand. No time to plan, Eclectic 24 is always there for you – 24/7.
Spotify and Apple Music integration – now you can connect the KCRW app to your Spotify or Apple Music account to instantly play, and save songs, without leaving the app.
Unlike podcast-only apps, favorite podcasts and music shows can be added to one feed. Episodes can also be saved offline for use in areas where wi-fi/service is spotty (i.e. your next long flight!)
KCRW Members now have their Fringe Benefits card conveniently available in the app, with a new, interactive map that finds the benefits near you when you’re on the go. Filter by food, culture or entertainment and flash your digital card to rack up benefits.
And of course live radio streaming is available, including optional live-streams from KCRW Berlin as well as exclusive content like Today’s Top Tune – Live and Free from MBE, featuring select songs from Morning Becomes Eclectic performances, chosen by the artists themselves.

The new KCRW app is available now for both IOS and Android users at the App store.

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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.

For more information, click here.

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.

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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KCRW Music Announcement

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.

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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

KCRW Music Announcement

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.

KCRW Music Announcement

The Voidz kick-off April with their live radio debut on MBE

The Voidz kick-off April with their live radio debut in support of new album Virtue on KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic

Today, April 2, in the 11:00 AM PDT Hour

Session to be Streamed Worldwide on KCRW.com and Facebook Live

April on KCRW’s flagship music program Morning Becomes Eclectic kicks off today, and welcomes the breadth of artists you would expect from the SoCal tastemaking station. All performances can be heard on-air, or streamed live at kcrw.com at 11:15 AM PDT.

Monday, April 2 – The Voidz
Led by The Stroke’s singer Julian Casablancas, The Voidz make their live radio debut in support of their new album Virtue, released today on RCA Records. Featuring a swirl of different styles ranging from prog-rock to groovy pop recorded in Los Angeles, Virtue is the band’s first work in nearly four years.

Tuesday, April 3 – Yellow Days
The young UK artist Yellow Days, aka George Van Den Broek performs live in studio. He released his debut full length Is Everything Ok in Your World to critical acclaim, and KCRW has been watching the inventive artist’s star rise quickly.

Wednesday, April 4 – The Breeders
The Breeders drop by the studio to perform a mix of new songs and fan favorites. They reunited in 2013 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Last Splash, one of the most influential albums of the ‘90s. Inspired by those shows, the band returned to the studio for a new album All Nerve, picking up right where they left off.

Tuesday, April 10 – Wajatta
Tune in to the worldwide live radio debut of Wajatta, the brainchild of beat-boxer, comedian, and musician Reggie Watts, and electronic music artist, DJ, and producer John Tejada. Their first single “Runnin'” has been lighting up the KCRW airwaves.

Thursday, April 12 – Moby
A live performance and interview featuring Moby will air in support of his 15th studio album Everything was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt. The session was taped at the prestigious Apogee Studios, owned and operated by famed engineer Bob Clearmountain.

Monday, April 16 – Tom Misch
Tom Misch was voted “Best New Artist” by KCRW’s DJs last year, and his debut album comes out April 6. All of the singles so far have been spectacular, and Misch visits the studio to share tracks from the album and more.

Wednesday, April 18 – Greta Van Fleet
The Michigan quartet has seen a quick rise to fame for their classic rock sound. They’ll be bringing their fiery show to Coachella, then hit the KCRW studio for a blistering live set.

Friday, April 20 – Charlotte Day Wilson
Toronto-based singer Charlotte Day Wilson shined when she joined BadBadNotGood to sing guest vocals during their MBE live set last year. She just released her second EP, Stone Woman, and her performance is sure to be stunning.

Monday, April 23 – Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever
The KCRW team happened upon these Aussie rockers at SXSW last year and became instant fans. Last year’s EP French Press for Sub Pop landed on many “best of 2017” lists, and they’ll be performing a preview of tracks from their forthcoming album.

Thursday, April 26 – Jade Bird
Jade Bird was one of the most talked about artists of SXSW 2018, and lived up to the hype at KCRW’s official SXSW showcase. Her incredible energy, wit and wisdom are far beyond her 20 young years.

Monday, April 30 – Django Django
UK art rock band Django Django take a turn towards pop on their 3rd album, Marble Skies. It’s their most confident release to date, and KCRW is excited to have them back in the studio.