243 posts tagged “morning becomes eclectic”
Apparently, William Orbit was so nervous about his first live performance in the U.S. on Morning Becomes Eclectic that he stayed up all night preparing for it. Even after pulling an all-nighter, he did not disappoint. As a producer, William has worked with everyone from Madonna to Beth Orton and someone in the studio today described him as a “classical music genius that got sidetracked by pop music.” He talked in depth with Jason about his creative process, inspirations and how he works with other people. Minimalism seems to be key. He also left us with some gifts – pedals that were used in the making of Blur’s album 13. Jason jokingly said we’d offer them up for a $20 donation to the station and the phones rang off the hook! Saturday night KCRW DJ Liza Richardson dropped by the studio as well and is responsible for William’s timid smiles mid-set. He’s got a lot of fans on staff here.
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KCRW hosts the return of Yusuf (better known as Cat Stevens) to the West Coast airwaves with a performance on Morning Becomes Eclectic. The session includes a full band performance of seven songs – including “Don’t Be Shy,” “Thinkin’ About You,” and “Maybe You’re Right” -- and an interview about his life and music with host Jason Bentley. His session will be available in the archives shortly after it airs live, with a transcript, here.
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I discovered Amazing Baby last year because they did something very smart – they posted a handful of FREE songs on their MySpace page that I quickly downloaded and started listening to. I liked the T Rex stylings of “Pump Yr Brakes” (which sadly they didn’t play) and the epic energy of “Headress” (which luckily they did play!). The Brooklyn rockers have been opening for Phoenix and Jason talked to them about some of their less glamorous jobs before they were full time musicians – including working at Yankee Stadium and at a ringtone company (they even gave us a sample). The band is signed to Shangri-La and seems to be just getting started so keep an eye on them. This was a solid set -- "Bayonets" and "The Narwhal" were other highlights.
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Upcoming Live Performances on MORNING BECOMES ECLECTIC with host JASON BENTLEY
Tuesday, June 30, Brooklyn rockers Amazing Baby perform their epic songs echoing a T. Rex vibe on Morning Becomes Eclectic live at 11:15am.
Thursday, July 2, Innovative producer William Orbit, who’s worked with everyone from Madonna to Beth Orton, performs for the very 1st time in the United States on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.
Friday, July 3, Yusuf better known as Cat Stevens joins Jason Bentley to talk about his life and share insights into his music. Joined by his band, they’ll perform signature songs and along with new tracks on Morning Becomes Eclectic in the 11 o’clock hour.
Monday, July 6, Reared in a music-loving household in North London, sibling trio Kitty Daisy & Lewis create original rockabilly, R&B and vintage country songs which they’ll share with Morning Becomes Eclectic listeners at 11:15am.
Tuesday, July 7, An Australian living in Nashville, Butterfly Boucher spent the last three years fighting to release her sophomore CD and we’re glad she did! We’ll hear her catchy toe-tapping melodies and pristine vocals live on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.
Wednesday, July 8, Musical revolutionaries Tortoise turned American indie rock upside down in the 90’s and they haven’t stopped since. Be prepared for a sonic treat when they perform new compositions on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.
Friday, July 10, American troubadour Ray LaMontagne creates modern folk songs that are lush and earthy. Joined by his band, he’ll perform live songs on Morning Becomes Eclectic before heading out to headline KCRW’s World Festival at the Hollywood Bowl.
KCRW PRESENTS IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA.
Wednesday, July 1, EULOGIES AT THE ECHO.
Thurs, July 2, NICKODEMUS AT AFRO FUNKE’ AT ZANZIBAR.
Tues, July 7, VIEUX FARKA TOURE AT THE TROUBADOUR.Fri, July 10, ANDREW BIRD AT THE GREEK THEATRE.
Fri, July 10, SARA LOV AT THE MINT.
Fri, July 17, TORI AMOS AT THE GREEK THEATRE.
Wed, July 22, ELBOW AT THE WILTERN.
Fri, July 24, CURUMIN AT THE MERCURY LOUNGE IN GOLETA.
Sun, July 26, KCRW's WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL feat. GRACE JONES, OF MONTREAL, DENGUE FEVER at THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL.
Thurs, July 30, HONEYHONEY, LAL MERI AND JULIETTE COMMAGERE AT THE ROXY.
Mon, August 3, GOMEZ WITH BLIND PILOT AT THE WILTERN.
Sat, August 8, HARD FESTIVAL features UNDERWORLD plus TIGA, A-TRAK, CHROMEO, CRYSTAL CASTLES, STEVE AOKI, DESTRUCTO, AND MORE AT THE FORUM.
Sun, August 9, KCRW's WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL: REGGAE NIGHT VIII feat. TOOTS AND THE MAYTALS, MICHAEL ROSE, GREGORY ISAACS at THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL.
Wed, August 19, EMILIANA TORRINI AT THE EL REY THEATRE.
Sun, August 23, FRIENDLY FIRES AT THE GLASS HOUSE IN POMONA.
Mon, August 24, FRIENDLY FIRES AT THE EL REY THEATRE.
Thurs, August 27, CONOR OBERST AND THE MYSTIC VALLEY BAND AT THE ECHOPLEX.
Thurs, August 27, PETE YORN WITH ZEE AVI AT THE MUSIC BOX AT THE HENRY FONDA.
Sat, August 29, BAND OF HORSES with WILLOUGHBY AT THE FOX THEATRE IN POMONA.
Mon, August 31, BAT FOR LASHES AT THE MUSIC BOX AT THE HENRY FONDA.
Sat, September 5, SEA WOLF with SARA LOV AT SPACELAND.
Fri, September 11, MAXIMO PARK AT THE AVALON.
Sun, September 20, KCRW's WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL: INDIA CALLING! feat. MALKIT SINGH, KAILASH KHER at THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL.
Fri, September 25, BON IVER AT THE WILTERN.
Fri, September 25, RODRIGO Y GABRIELA AT THE ORPHEUM.
Tues, September 29, SONIC YOUTH AT THE WILTERN.
Thurs, October 1, THE HORRORS AT THE EL REY THEATRE.
Fri, October 2, THE HORRORS AT THE GLASS HOUSE IN POMONA .
Sat, October 3, THE SECOND ANNUAL MANIMAL FESTIVAL FEATURING: BAT FOR LASHES, OTHER LIVES, CHAIRLIFT, EDWARD SHARPE AND THE MAGNETIC ZEROS AND OTHERS AT PAPPY & HARRIETS IN PIONEERTOWN.
Tues, October 6, ROBYN HITCHCOCK AT SPACELAND.
Wed, October 7, FEVER RAY AT THE MUSIC BOX AT THE HENRY FONDA.
Every single DJ here at the station is spinning tracks off Phoenix’s new album so there was a lot of anticipation about their performance here today. I was lucky enough to see them last night at the Wiltern, where I witnessed one of the most ecstatic music audiences I have ever seen in LA. LA music fans can be a quiet and still bunch, which isn’t exactly a thrill for a live rock show but the folks at last night’s gig couldn’t have been more animated and rowdy in the best way, with lots of hoots and hollers (the show was followed by a spontaneous dance party when Michael Jackson’s “Rock With You” started playing over the PA.)
It was a special night and they maintained that energy for their performance this morning, which included favorite “Too Young” among a slew of new songs which are easily among their best work yet. It’s fair to say their new album “Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix” is taking the band to the next level and we’re so excited to have been with them along the way.
Check it out here
And here’s one from the archives
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Okkervil River is propelled by richly orchestrated music with stunning wordplay. Their explosive live performances have gained them a strong following outside of their hometown of Austin and we were thrilled to have them in studio today, before they open for Wilco later tonight. Singer Will Sheff delves deep into his songwriting process for the new album during his interview with Jason. His creativity seems to have no bounds when it comes to crafting songs. They played a bunch of tracks – old and new – including a rousing version of “Life is Not a Movie or Maybe.”
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KCRW DJ Tom Schnabel filled in for Jason Bentley today, hosting Brazilian jazz singer and Grammy winner Luciana Souza. Luciana won a Grammy award for her work with Herbie Hancock and has been nominated for a Grammy Award three times as best jazz vocalist in 2002, 2003 and 2005. Her new songs explore her feelings about being uprooted from her homeland in the relaxed, conversational delivery that is completely her own. One of the highlights was “Amulet,” a song given to her by Paul Simon.
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KCRW helped launch Pete Yorn to success with his debut album and his latest CD shows he hasn’t lost his touch for writing intensely personal songs. The LA-based artist left the sunshine for Omaha to record these new songs with producer Mike Mogis, famous for his work with Bright Eyes and other artists on the Saddle Creek label. Anne Litt was filling in today as host on Morning Becomes Eclectic. They talked about the making of the new album, his upcoming collaboration with Scarlett Johanssen and much more. He played one of Anne’s new favorites – “Paradise Cove” – as well as a great rendition of “For Nancy” from his debut “Music for the Morning After.”
Check it out.
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Upcoming Live Performances on MORNING BECOMES ECLECTIC with host JASON BENTLEY
Tuesday, June 23, Pete Yorn performs songs from his new CD “Back and Fourth” on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am. Anne Litt sits in for Jason Bentley from 9am to noon.
Wednesday, June 24, Jazzy Brazilian singer Luciana Souza shares her new work with Morning Becomes Eclectic listeners at 11:15am. Tom Schnabel sits in for Jason Bentley from 9am to noon.
Thursday, June 25, Austin’s Okkervil River mix it up on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.
Friday, June 26, Michael Benjamin Lerner a.k.a. Telekinesis brings his band for a session on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.
Monday, June 29, Paris-based Phoenix perform songs from “Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix” and maybe some classics on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.
Tuesday, June 30, Brooklyn rockers Amazing Baby have a live session on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.
Wednesday, July 1, L.A. based pop quartet Eulogies join Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.
Thursday, July 2, William Orbit has a rare performance scheduled for Morning Becomes Eclectic listeners at 11:15am.
Friday, July 3, Yusuf better known as Cat Stevens joins Jason Bentley in conversation and performs signature songs and new ones with his band on Morning Becomes Eclectic in the 11 o’clock hour.
KCRW.COM PRESENTS
Sun, July 7 -11, KCRW.COM IS THE OFFICAL RADIO SPONSOR FOR THE 10TH ANNUAL LAMC (LATIN ALTERNATIVE MUSIC CONFERENCE) IN NYC.
KCRW PRESENTS IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA.
Thurs, June 18, WHITE RABBITS AT THE TROUBADOUR.
Mon, June 22, WILCO AT THE WILTERN.
Wed, June 24, STARS OF SANTA BARBARA (WINE TASTING & CHARITY FUNDRAISER with KCRW’S JASON BENTLEY as DJ) AT SOUTH COAST PLAZA in Costa Mesa.
Wed, June 24, PETE YORN AT THE ROXY.
Sun, June 28, PHOENIX AT THE WILTERN.
Sun, June 28, KCRW's WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL feat. ADELE, ETTA JAMES, JANELLE MONAE at THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL.
Thurs, July 2, NICKODEMUS AT AFRO FUNKE’ AT ZANZIBAR.
Fri, July 10, ANDREW BIRD AT THE GREEK THEATRE.
Fri, July 10, SARA LOV AT THE MINT.
Fri, July 17, TORI AMOS AT THE GREEK THEATRE.
Wed, July 22, ELBOW AT THE WILTERN.
Fri, July 24, CURUMIN AT THE MERCURY LOUNGE IN GOLETA.
Sun, July 26, KCRW's WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL feat. GRACE JONES, OF MONTREAL, DENGUE FEVER at THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL.
Thurs, July 30, HONEYHONEY, LAL MERI AND JULIETTE COMMAGERE AT THE ROXY.
Mon, August 3, GOMEZ WITH BLIND PILOT AT THE WILTERN.
Sat, August 8, HARD FESTIVAL features UNDERWORLD plus TIGA, A-TRAK, CHROMEO, CRYSTAL CASTLES, STEVE AOKI, DESTRUCTO, AND MORE AT THE FORUM.
Sun, August 9, KCRW's WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL: REGGAE NIGHT VIII feat. TOOTS AND THE MAYTALS, MICHAEL ROSE, GREGORY ISAACS at THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL.
Wed, August 19, EMILIANA TORRINI AT THE EL REY THEATRE.
Sun, August 23, FRIENDLY FIRES AT THE GLASS HOUSE IN POMONA.
Mon, August 24, FRIENDLY FIRES AT THE EL REY THEATRE.
Thurs, August 27, CONOR OBERST AND THE MYSTIC VALLEY BAND AT THE ECHOPLEX.
Sat, August 29, BAND OF HORSES with WILLOUGHBY AT THE FOX THEATRE IN POMONA.
Sat, September 5, SEA WOLF with SARA LOV AT SPACELAND.
Fri, September 11, MAXIMO PARK AT THE AVALON.
Sun, September 20, KCRW's WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL: INDIA CALLING! feat. MALKIT SINGH, KAILASH KHER at THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL.
Fri, September 25, BON IVER AT THE WILTERN.
Thurs, October 1, THE HORRORS AT THE EL REY THEATRE.
Fri, October 2, THE HORRORS AT THE GLASS HOUSE IN POMONA.
Sat, October 3, THE SECOND ANNUAL MANIMAL FESTIVAL FEATURING: BAT FOR LASHES, OTHER LIVES, CHAIRLIFT, EDWARD SHARPE AND THE MAGNETIC ZEROS AND OTHERS AT PAPPY & HARRIETS IN PIONEERTOWN.
Tues, October 6, ROBYN HITCHCOCK AT SPACELAND.
Wed, October 7, FEVER RAY AT THE MUSIC BOX AT THE HENRY FONDA.
A Camp is a creative venture featuring Swedish singer Nina Persson and her husband Nathan Larson. Nina is
best known for her work with The Cardigans and promised that the creation of A Camp was not the demise of
her more well-known band, to the relief of many of their fans. (Nathan promises he’s no Yoko). The band’s
first release was an EP of cover songs. Nina says it wasn’t difficult to choose her favorite songs, although choosing what NOT to include was a bit harder. Today, they played a song originally performed by Grace Jones, “I’ve Done it Again,” and an acoustic version of Pink Floyd’s “Us and Them” which was just beautiful. Nina’s voice is the reason the Cardigans had huge hits on the pop charts and it still serves her well with indie fare, including original songs off their new album “Colonia,” like “Song for the Leftovers.”
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