Summer Mixtape: Boy George and Valida

Aug. 17, 2023 Music

The fourth episode of this year’s Summer Mixtape features Boy George and Valida. Illustration by Evan Solano/KCRW.

Boy George talks about 40 years of Culture Club, his influences, and how he’s handled fame. DJ Valida shares a special playlist inspired by Boy George and Culture Club. And critics review the latest film releases: “Blue Beetle” and “Strays.”

From this Episode:

Weekend film reviews: ‘Blue Beetle,’ ‘Strays’

Critics review the latest film releases: “Blue Beetle” and “Strays.”

8 min

Boy George on the soul of Culture Club, songs as a personal diary

Ahead of a two-night stint at the Hollywood Bowl, Boy George reflects on 40 years of Culture Club, his influences, and how he’s handled fame.

26 min

Hear Valida’s DJ set — inspired by Boy George

KCRW DJ Valida’s Summer Mixtape set includes tracks by Culture Club, Jessie Ware, and Prince.

19 min

Credits

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Angie Perrin, Michell Eloy, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser, Marcelle Hutchins, Rebekah Ludman