JAZZ CHARTS NOVEMBER
Hello all you jazzy listeners and KZSC supporters! Here are the Jazz Charts for this week! Make sure you check out or jazz programming including shows like Clam Chops on Tuesdays at 12pm and Jazz Kitty on Saturdays at 12pm…
KZSC Show Reviews: Nicole Dollanganger, Teen Suicide, Elvis Depressedly
If you have the opportunity to see Nicole Dollanganger, Teen Suicide (or whatever name they change to), Elvis Depressedly, or Aeon Fux, go spend that money. They’re gems, all of them. Many thanks to the good folks at the Vera Project for showing me live music isn’t a huge chore. Festivals are a whole different story, but this will be the year I go out to see some more shows more often.
2016.6: Mid-year Favorites From KZSC to You!
When you think of the year 2016, do you think you'll remember what you were listening to constantly on the way to work, on the way to class, or even on your way home? Yes? No? We've seen grand releases by artists ranging from Kanye West to Blood Orange, Kendrick Lamar to G.L.O.S.S., Beyoncé to The Julie Ruin, and plenty more that would be impossible to mention in a singular blog post. There'll always be something to praise, so here are some of KZSC's very own disc jockeys letting you know what you might've missed so far in 2016!
“Taking Up Space”: Savages at the Catalyst Club 7/27/16
“Did you tell me to shut up!”, howls Jehnny Beth, lead singer of UK post-punk group Savages, during the opening song of their punishingly direct hour and a fifteen minute set last Wednesday night at the Catalyst. “Shut Up”, the…
Dance with me until I feel all right-A Night with LCD Soundsystem
Who can accurately describe a band like LCD Soundsystem? They have been an emotionally riveting band throughout the early 2000's all the way to 2010 where they released This is Happening, an album that includes fan favorites such as "I…
The Pleasure Routine’s new album, “Sugar Mountain” to be released July 1st
Psychedelic rock is a crowded field these days, and among all the reverb and vintage keyboards, it can be difficult to find music that extends beyond pastiche. On their new LP, Sugar Mountain, The Pleasure Routine use the old school…
Jazzy and Bluesy News
Hello KZSC listeners, Here are some fun videos to get your week started off on a bluesy note... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyIquE0izAg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SR2gR6SZC2M Check back tomorrow for some jazz and blues charts. Keep it bluesy y'all.
WATCH: Kiran Gandhi Keynote at UCRN
Hosting the UC Radio Network Conference at the beginning of April was an honor. We were very grateful to have Kiran Gandhi speak at the event. Check out her keynote discussion with IYNV and dj même: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuCl3TIv5G0
Jazz and Blues Update
Hello all you jazzy and bluesy people. Check out the top 10 of jazz and blues for this week. 1 ALLISON MILLER'S BOOM TIC BOOM Otis Was A Polar Bear 2 FROYO MA * Pants - EP 3 GRACE…
SXSW Day Four! Don’t Mess With Texas.
Friday’s keynote was incomparable, as the conversation between Houston legend Bun B and James Prince, founder of Rap-A-Lot Records and one of the most respected figures in the industry. Nikhil reports, that over the course of the conversation they reflected…
Day Three Updates! From Texas!
The morning began with a keynote address by Tony Visconti, a high profile record producer who has worked with countless artists. Visconti was extremely close to David Bowie, producing many of Bowie’s records, including the late artist’s final work, Blackstar…
Wednesday Highlights from South by Southwest!
We need to talk about Michelle Obama's biceps, and all of the other things that happened on Wednesday.
Jazz & Blues Update
Here's the top 10 from this past week: 1 ERENA TERAKUBO Time For Love 2 SWEET BABY J'AI Straight To The Place 3 ADISON EVANS Hero 4 AVERY SHARPE Sharpe Meets Tharpe 5 CYRILLE AIMEE Let's Get Lost 6 GLENN…
KZSC Show Reviews: Animal Collective
The legendary indie noise harmonious electronica rock band Animal Collective made a rare tour appearance at the Fox Theater in Oakland this past week to promote their latest album “Painting With“. The group, featuring Avey Tare, Panda Bear, and Geologist, have been making music with each other for years but came into popular acclaim after albums like Strawberry Jams and Merriweather Post Pavillion were released in the late 2000s. The group released their latest album last month after a three and a half years of anticipation. Songs like “Golden Girls” and “Floridada” off of “Painting With” quickly became favorites here at the station, so we were very excited to have the opportunity to be able to review a show of a long time favorite band of the station all the way back to “Spirit They’ve Gone, Spirit They’ve Vanished” in 2000.
Dead Kennedys: KZSC Show Reviews
This past Saturday, the Catalyst was moshed to the point of near collapse because the Dead Kennedys rocked the house harder than any band at the Catalyst. With a combination of the pent-up energy exerting from the crowd and the stacked line-up to make any punk fan envious, including Reagan Youth, Anti Social, and the Defenders, I walked out the door of the Catalyst witnessing the best concert I’ve seen so far.
Hip-Hop Ticket Giveaways of the Week: Pell, Skizzy Mars & Pusha T
SKIZZY MARS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0Bxuf24OWE Skizzy Mars: 22-year old rapper from Harlem, NY whose 2015 EP "The Red Balloon Project" peaked at #4 on the U.S. Billboard Rap Albums. BAY AREA SHOW DATES: Friday, March 4th- Catalyst (Santa Cruz) @ 8pm (16+) Sunday,…
Hawaiian Music For Days
The month of March brings us the sounds of the Islands, beginning with Willie K. at Villa Montalvo in Saratoga this Thursday, March 3rd at 7:30 pm. Willie Kahaiali'i sings just about every style of music; he can - and…
Lightning In a Bottle Festival announces Temple of Consciousness presenters!
Now celebrating its eleventh year in production, Lightning in a Bottle Art and Music Festival, returns to San Antonio Recreation Area in Bradley, CA, Memorial Day Weekend (May 25-30, 2016) with music headliners including Chet Faker, Jamie XX, Cashmere Cat, Tokimonsta, Grimes, Four Tet and over 300 additional musicians and artists.
Anderson .Paak – YES LORD
Anderson .Paak is one of the up and coming artists of the past few years. His work ethic is reflected in the projects he puts out as well as those who notice him. Releasing two albums, Venice and Malibu, as…
Quasimoto (Ka•wah•zee•moh•toe)
written by David Reid Quasimoto, simply put, is one of the baddest MCs out there. Paying no attention to time Lord Quas has been around for years and years but only recently made his appearance in hip hop within the…
Nottz: Raw
written by David Reid Whether or not you know the man you know Nottz. Busta Rhymes, Talib Kweli, Kanye are only a small portion of the people Nottz has produced for. Having such a substantial production history (and this is…