KCRW

KCRW 89.9 FM is Santa Monica's legendary public radio powerhouse, a globally influential public media institution that has shaped the landscape of independent music, public affairs journalism, and arts programming for decades. Broadcasting from the campus of Santa Monica College, KCRW is one of America's most celebrated public radio stations and a cultural institution that defines Southern California's progressive identity.

The station combines award-winning NPR news programming and original public affairs content with a music format that has launched countless careers and shaped independent music culture. KCRW's music programming is legendary for its tastemaking influence, with DJs who have introduced listeners to artists before they became household names. The station's annual benefit concerts and music discoveries are woven into the fabric of Los Angeles culture.

Stream KCRW online free worldwide or tune in on 89.9 FM in the Los Angeles area for one of public radio's most compelling listening experiences. From Morning Edition to DJ sets that define what's happening in independent music, KCRW delivers an unmatched combination of journalistic excellence and musical adventurousness that has made it essential listening for Southern California's creative and intellectual community.