KZSC will broadcast the 12th Annual Cesar Chavez Convocation at UCSC, featuring local community activist Daniel "Nane" Alejándrez. Tune in to KZSC on Wednesday May 13, from 7 to 8:30 pm to catch the talk. Alejándrez was described by writer Luis J. Rodríguez, the Poet Laureate of Los Angeles, as "one of the most self-sacrificing, dedicated, consistent, and humble peacemakers we have ever seen in the United States, if not the world."
Locally based AfroBrazilian group SambaDá celebrates the release of their new album "Ritual" for 2015. It will be their first record with Senegal native and drum master Ibou Ngom, playing the djembe, sabar, and talking drum, and bass player Etienne Franc. Ritual also features special guest contributions…
As powerful and as unpredictable as an exploding volcano, Willie K pours his musical prowess over Santa Cruz on Thursday May 21st. Moe's Alley will be the dancing party point Thursday, May 21st, as Willie K brings his diverse musical interests to the stage. Willie K knows his blues, as well as reggae-influenced tunes. Rockers gonna rock, jazz fans will be entertained, as Willie K can play "any kine" ~ with virtuoso status on guitar, ukulele and bass, he can even voice operatic Italian arias !
Jazz is funky and sweet and thriving here at KZSC! Jeff Richman's latest album, an awesome, sometimes dissonant exploration into stadium-rock influenced jazz, with funky, grooving bass lines, stands out as one that does not feature heavy Hammond organ. French…
Top 10: 1. LAPALUX - Lustmore / Brainfeeder 2. SHLOHMO - Dark Red True / Panther Sounds/WeDidIt 3. KODAK TO GRAPH - ISA / Family 4. HOT SUGAR - God's Hand / Break World 5. MURA MASA - Someday Somewhere…
In a journey that began with selling their CDs on street corners, to becoming the most popular band in Niger, now Tal National is promoting their new album Zoy Zoy and on tour, playing Moe's Alley May 5th. Tal National's members represent…
Top 10: 1. LAPALUX - Lustmore / Brainfeeder 2. SHLOHMO - Dark Red / True Panther Sounds / WeDidIt 3. DORIAN CONCEPT - Joined Ends Remix [EP] / Ninja Tune 4. HOT SUGAR - God's Hand / Break World 5…
MOON BLOCK presents several music + art festivals a year including DESERT DAZE, BEYOND THE WITCHING HOUR, & MOON BLOCK PARTY. Each event is curated, organized, and built from the ground up by a group of close friends and a…
The 4th Annual Seabright Stringfest (Santa Cruz, CA) kicks off with a square dance Friday evening, April 24th, called by Erik Hoffman with music by the Earl White Stringband and The Percolators at the Market St. Theatre. Free concerts that feature more than a dozen bands playing Appalachian string band, bluegrass, blues, Celtic and other traditional string music from around the world continues on Sat, Apr 25th and Sun Apr 26th.
Will April showers bring us May flowers? Well in the meantime lets check out this shower of new world music here at KZSC! In out top 10 this week we have Salt Petal's Sea Monster. This tropicál group from L.A…
KZSC Alums Jesse Thorn and Jordan Morris return to Santa Cruz for a LIVE taping of their popular comedy/variety podcast: Jordan, Jesse, Go! on Friday April 24th, at The Kuumbwa Jazz Center.
Jacob Block, known on-air as “Brickfrog” has been tearing up the airwaves of Santa Cruz for four whole years. Since his radio debut in May of 2011, Jacob has programmed over 200 shows on KZSC. Jacob’s older brother, who programmed…
Did you miss one of your favorite shows? Want to check the instant replay? Now you can listen to KZSC on your own schedule! You can listen on-demand to the past two weeks of our broadcasts in our archive. You don't have to live under the tyranny of the clock any more--at least when it comes to enjoying KZSC.
The members of the Relationship are an all-star team of band members coming together to create some very catchy, upbeat rock music. The Relationship features Brian Bell from Weezer, Nate Shaw from U.S. Bombs and Die' Hunns, Anthony Burulcich who…
HGMNY is a music-based collective that was formed in the pits of Santa Cruz in 2009 and includes innovative acts like BOATS, Mikos Da Gawd, KA$HMIR, and many others. Their aim is to bring other forward thinking and innovative artists…
Hello humans! We have a top ten for jazz here at the station and some freshly added albums! Here they are. Top Ten: 1 ANNIE LENNOX Nostalgia Blue Note 2 GABOR SZABO Magical Connection Blue Thumb Records 3 HUGH MASEKELA…
Either you have heard of it or you have been living under a rock. Record Store Day will take place April 18th nationwide this year. A day that advocates we all go out and support local business, or more importantly…
The self-titled debut album by the Milwaukee-based band, Painted Caves is a true genre bending gem; a pleasure from start to finish. In an unlikely mix of Arab music dosed with 60s psychedelic folk surf rock, Painted Caves ventures into new musical territory.
UC Santa Cruz students should contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Jared, so you can join them. We offer a training class (for credit!) every quarter, and you can take it after you volunteer at the station for 20 hours.
Top 10: 1. PURITY RING - Another Eternity / 4AD 2. HOT SUGAR - God's Hand / Break World 3. TUXEDO - Tuxedo / Stones Throw 4. FUTURE BROWN - Future Brown / Warp 5. HOODBOI - Palm Reader EP…
Hello everyone! Here are the charts & adds for the 1st week of April! Top Ten: 1 COMPILATION The Great Billie Holiday Goldies 2 BILLIE HOLIDAY Lady Day: The Best Of Billie Holiday Columbia Jazz 3…
