Discover Morning Becomes Eclectic
Hand picked music, listen worldwide
What is MBE?
KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Anthony Valadez & Novena Carmel. Morning Becomes Eclectic abides by the ethos of KCRW Music: Play what you love. The effervescent Novena Carmel loves timeless — and timely — music; whatever makes her antennas tingle. She is driven by her lifelong passion of sharing music with the masses. L.A.’s beloved Anthony Valadez brings his considerable DJ experience, turntablist skills, intrepid spirit, and positive energy to this dynamic duo. Together, they will usher in the next era of music discovery and exploration at KCRW, the innovative public radio station well known for helping launch the careers of many celebrated artists.
What people are saying about MBE
"MBE is a miracle in my ears every day."
"I could not appreciate KCRW any more than I do, but Anthony and Novena taking the helm of MBE — and already slaying it — made me love KCRW and, frankly, LA that much more. They, along with everyone at KCRW, are LA and I am proud to be in y'alls company!"
— Eduardo
"Enjoying Morning Becomes Eclectic with Novena Carmel, all the way from Hawaii! Mahalo for the beautiful tunes!"
— Kamala
"LOVE LOVE LOVE MBE's Novena Carmel & Anthony Valadez!!!! Great taste & mix in music! Keep it coming!"
— Loree
Meet Morning Becomes Eclectic's new hosts: Anthony Valadez and Novena Carmel
KCRW's music discovery show Morning Becomes Eclectic announces two hosts: Novena Carmel and Anthony Valadez.
MBE's Playlist Archive
Explore Anthony & Novena's cool cuts, playful picks, and rare gems. A true music lover's treasure trove!
World premiere: Cuco’s 'Forevermore' is a wildy dreamy ode to love found
Over the past few years, it’s been our pleasure to watch Hawthorne’s own Cuco rise from breakout teenage bedroom pop heartthrob to….well, a grown-ass bedroom pop heartthrob.
Today's Top Tune
Today's Top Tune is a free weekday download of standout songs, including advance releases, exclusive live tracks, remixes, and new artists, at KCRW.com.
How Arlo Parks followed her musical instincts into ‘Sunbeams’
Arlo Parks is an incredible 20-year-old singer-songwriter, musician, and poet. Arlo Parks joined us for a conversation and an exclusive performance for Morning Becomes Eclectic.
What the industry is saying about MBE
“MBE is all about the music. In fact, it’s common understanding that the show dictates the musical tone of Los Angeles in the first degree, then spreads to the rest of North America and the globe via KCRW.com.”
— FLOOD Magazine
“KCRW, one of L.A.’s two NPR stations, is a treasure trove of talk, news and especially quality music programming…for the first time in the show’s history, two co-hosts hit the air…Their excellent music selecting, smart, witty banter and deep knowledge of the L.A. music scene and far beyond made them the perfect choices.”
— POLLSTAR
“[MBE] a beloved Los Angeles musical tradition since 1978”
— American Songwriter
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