Music Special Programming

Music Special Programming

1 hr, 16 min

Discover KCRW's exclusive artist interviews, live performances, original programming and streaming playlists. Our digital-first music programming is on-demand and updated weekly.

All Episodes

Ivy broke out in the early 2000s with "Edge of the Ocean." As their album “Long Distance” makes its vinyl debut, the surviving members reflect on its creation.

On the heels of his 18th studio album “Wild God,” Nick Cave settles in for a meaty chat about the new LP, the nature of existence, and working on “Shrek 2.”

KCRW remembers Angela McCluskey, formerly of Wild Colonials, with a selection of KCRW live appearances.

Decades in the making, The Beatles release their last song as the Fab Four, with a little help from their friends. Listen here and watch the short doc about how it all came together.

Strap in: We’ve got your metal-forward (yet eclectic) mix for cruising desert highways down to Power Trip.

Celebrate Robbie Robertson with intimate performance and interviews, including a previously unreleased session featuring “Music for The Native Americans” in October 1994.

In the afterglow of Taylor Swift’s sold-out Eras Tour show, KCRW’s Danielle Chiriguayo and her dad reflect on their shared Swiftie history.

The Linda Lindas are tapping some primeval punk rock magic with their viral hit “Racist, Sexist Boy.” Let’s explore what opened that portal.

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This week we’re spotlighting some killer live renditions of beloved tunes by artists who graced KCRW’s studios in 2024.

from Music News

D-Nice reflects on his legendary career, from his early work on “Self Destruction” at the age of 18 to his pandemic Club Quarantine on Instagram Live.

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Novena Carmel.

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

The Latest

LA indie rockers Peel Dream Magazine — whose name pays tribute to the late BBC DJ John Peel — recently released their fourth full length album Rose Main Reading Room.

Peel Dream Magazine: ‘I Wasn’t Made For War’

LA indie rockers Peel Dream Magazine — whose name pays tribute to the late BBC DJ John Peel — recently released their fourth full length album Rose Main Reading Room.

from Today's Top Tune

A sonic trip through the past, present and future of roots music.

Jeremy Sole's playlist, December 17, 2024

A sonic trip through the past, present and future of roots music.

from Jeremy Sole

New music. Emerging artists. No boundaries. Served fresh every weeknight, 8-10pm, only on FREAKS ONLY by Travis Holcombe.

FREAKS ONLY playlist: Dec 17, 2024

New music. Emerging artists. No boundaries. Served fresh every weeknight, 8-10pm, only on FREAKS ONLY by Travis Holcombe.

from FREAKS ONLY

KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Novena Carmel.

Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: December 17, 2024

KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Novena Carmel.

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

It’s been a meteoric year for North Carolina-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist MJ Lenderman — a man who unsurprisingly found himself on many year-end “Best Of” lists.

MJ Lenderman: ‘She’s Leaving You’

It’s been a meteoric year for North Carolina-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist MJ Lenderman — a man who unsurprisingly found himself on many year-end “Best Of” lists.

from Today's Top Tune

An infectious harmony of varied sounds and melodies that bridge cultures and genres.

José Galván's playlist, December 16, 2024

An infectious harmony of varied sounds and melodies that bridge cultures and genres.

from José Galván

New music. Emerging artists. No boundaries. Served fresh every weeknight, 8-10pm, only on FREAKS ONLY by Travis Holcombe.

FREAKS ONLY playlist: Dec 16, 2024

New music. Emerging artists. No boundaries. Served fresh every weeknight, 8-10pm, only on FREAKS ONLY by Travis Holcombe.

from FREAKS ONLY

KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Novena Carmel.

Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: December 16, 2024

KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Novena Carmel.

from Morning Becomes Eclectic