Travis Holcombe
KCRW DJ and music programmer from Los Angeles; guest on this episode to discuss and recommend new albums, bringing expertise in indie and electronic music.
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Jan 10, 2025 • 35min
New Music Friday: The best albums out Jan. 10
Travis Holcombe, a music journalist from KCRW, joins to discuss the latest album releases. Highlights include SZA's expansive 'SOS Deluxe: LANA' and the emotional depth of Zahara's 'Spiral Your Way Out.' Holcombe dives into Franz Ferdinand's evolution toward pop rock in 'The Human Fear,' while also exploring the experimental nature of Ethel Cain's 'Perverts.' They celebrate vibrant sounds from artists like Moonchild Sanelly and delve into punk energy with notable newcomers, showcasing the rich diversity in today's music scene.
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Oct 17, 2025 • 38min
New Music Friday: The best albums out Oct. 17
Travis Holcombe, a KCRW DJ and music programmer from Los Angeles, joins Anamaria Sayre to dive into new music releases. They discuss Tame Impala's shift to house vibes in 'Deadbeat,' revealing self-critique in his songwriting. Silvana Estrada's emotionally rich 'Vendrán Suaves Lluvias' and Soulwax's accessible electronic pop in 'All Systems Are Lying' capture their interest. They also spotlight Meme del Real's genre-blending debut and Clarice Jensen's minimalist cello work, rounding off with quick picks like Nathy Peluso’s salsa EP.
