KCRW Presents dozens of shows across Southern California and here are some photo highlights!

The last night in the 2011 Twilight Dance Series is THIS Thursday — the theme is “A Night in Treme” and it will be hosted by KCRW DJ Jeremy Sole. Find details here!
The following photos, from photographer Brenda Janairo, were from Rock of the Bay – an evening to support Heal the Bay- with Tutu Sweeney & the Brothers Band; Nelson Marquez & The Moderators.
 

KCRW Presents dozens of shows across Southern California and here are some photo highlights!

KCRW Presents dozens of shows across Southern California and here are some photo highlights!

By KCRW’s Monika Scott
Savvy fans filed in early at the Hammer Museum for last night’s Also I Like to Rock show. I’m pretty sure we all knew the secret, that this show was going to be something really special.
While you couldn’t see endless hordes of  girls donning “Slave Leia” costumes in the crowd like at certain other events happening in SoCal last weekend (I’m looking at you, Comic Con) we were treated to something even more significant: a night of free, live, uniquely Californian music.
KCRW’s Eric J Lawrence started the …

From KCRW’s Monika Scott
As far as I’m concerned, summer started this past Thursday night at The Hammer.
Last year my summer didn’t feel official until the first Also I Like to Rock concert was underway.  That was partially due to the bizarrely chilly start summer had, but it was also because there is something decidedly summer-ish about sitting in the Hammer Museum’s outdoor courtyard taking in some live music.
After Dan Wilcox was done setting the mood, Eastern Conference Champions provided a perfect soundtrack to those breezy moments of twilight (irony intended) …

From KCRW Promotions Coordinator Mary Chellamy:
Now in its 25th year, the Jazz and Reggae Festival will descend once again upon UCLA’s Intramural Field over Memorial Day weekend. KCRW is proud to present ‘Jam Day,’ Sunday, May 29, with our very own Jeremy Sole, Mario Cotto and Anthony Valadez hosting and spinning at this multi-cultural day of music and community.
The festival’s eclectic lineup boasts a great history of big name talent alongside up and coming musicians, and this year is no different. ‘Jam Day’ will feature live performances by Lupe …

Upcoming Live Performances on MORNING BECOMES ECLECTIC with host JASON BENTLEY
Monday, May 23, In the tradition of Leonard Cohen and Van Morrison, songwriter Sean Rowe has both an extraordinary voice and the ability to craft songs like a poet. He’ll perform songs from his debut on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.
Tuesday, May 24, Motopony‘s music caught the ear of Music Director Jason Bentley immediately and we’ll get to hear the newcomers from Seattle live on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 11:15am.
Thursday, June 2, Music Director Jason Bentley loves …

KCRW is partnering with the Hammer Museum again for the free, all ages music series Also I Like to Rock, which takes place at the Hammer on four consecutive Thursdays in July
The night kicks off at 7pm with DJ sets by KCRW’s own selectors followed by two band performances, including headliners Graffiti6, The Soft Pack, Grouplove, and The Henry Clay People. The full line up is below.
Admission is on a first come, first served basis AND the museum galleries stay open late so you can take advantage of the tunes …