Metro Art Presents returns on Saturday, July 19 for another season of KCRW Summer Nights at Union Station in the historic Ticket Concourse. This free event brings together live music, world-class DJs, and a long night of dancing in one of LA’s most stunning, art-filled venues. Get swept away by the hypnotic rhythms of Brijean, the dreamy duo known for their lush, vibey sound that can morph from chill to ecstatic. Two of KCRW’s finest — DJ Novena Carmel and DJ José Galván — keep the vibes flowing, each bringing a global, genre-defying energy to the mix.
While you’re with us, visit the Metro Art Passageway Gallery to experience Journeys Continued, an exhibition featuring Los Angeles neighborhoods depicted through the eyes of artists. Don’t miss out; this is a night that’ll remind you why you love LA!
Schedule
6:00 – 7:30 P.M. | KCRW DJ Novena Carmel
7:30 – 8:30 P.M. | Brijean
8:30 – 10:00 P.M. | KCRW DJ José Galván
This event is FREE and tickets are not required. The first 40 visitors to present their TAP cards to the Metro Art info table will receive a free Metro Art goodie and a Union Station swag bag! RSVP is recommended but not required. RSVP here
Go Metro to all Los Angeles KCRW Summer Nights events and experience one of the largest collections of public art in the nation along the way! Union Station is accessible via Metro Rail, Metro Bus, Metro Bike Share, Metrolink, Amtrak, and several municipal bus lines. Take the Metro A, B, D, or J Line directly to Union Station. Plan your journey using the Transit app, the Moovit app, Google or Apple maps, the trip planner at metro.net, or by calling 323.GO.METRO.
For those driving, limited parking is available at Union Station East or West garages, starting at $8.
About the Artists
Brijean
Since their debut as Brijean, the project of percussionist/singer-songwriter Brijean Murphy (the percussive heartbeat for live bands like Mitski, Poolside, and Toro y Moi) and multi-instrumentalist/producer Doug Stuart has moved with ingenuity, fusing psych-pop abstraction with dancefloor sensibilities. Through the body and mind, rhythm and lyricism, they make sense of the worlds around and within; 2021’s Feelings celebrated self-reflection; 2022’s Angelo EP processed loss and, coincided with the duo’s first headlining tour. In 2024’s Macro on Ghostly International, Brijean engages different sides of themselves and celebrates the paradox of being alive. Murphy’s layered percussion and hypnotic, expressive vocals coupled with Stuart’s production and harmonic palette evokes shades of disco, ‘90s house, and a sly pop sensibility. ”A smooth, sumptuous, and soulful record,” wrote Bandcamp, the online music platform that helped propel the group’s early following.
Novena Carmel
If you find yourself in a room with Novena Carmel, you’re in the right place. Novena was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area surrounded by her mother’s record collection and rooted in musical legacy. Her father, Sly Stone, fortified her funk foundation and passed on a love for the brilliance of “everyday people.” Carmel’s family connection to Brazil along with her Japanese bilingual and bicultural schooling further expanded her worldview. Inspired by her grandfather, she moved to Los Angeles at 18 years old to attend UCLA. She has been a proud LA resident ever since with a deep appreciation for the city’s contributions to the global cultural landscape. When Novena launched her DJ career, it quickly took off, fueled by her global perspective, infectious energy and open-format music selections. In 2018 Novena Carmel was invited to join the DJ team at KCRW, and you can now catch her live at select events, and weekdays on-air as the host of KCRW’s Morning Becomes Eclectic.
José Galván
From community orchestras to Coachella stages, José Galván’s music journey spans genres and eras. A seasoned radio host and producer, Galván has worked with legends like Carla Morrison, The Crystal Method, DJ Z-Trip, and The Kevin & Bean Show on KROQ. Now a key voice at KCRW, he hosts and programs Mondays at 10 p.m.- 12 a.m., and is also the curator of the Pan Caliente feature, premiering new Musica Indie on their music blog.
About KCRW
KCRW is your always-on connection to music, news, culture, and each other — on the radio, online, and in-person. They belong to Los Angeles, connecting diverse perspectives and the sounds of Southern California with curious communities around the corner and around the world.
KCRW is NPR’s flagship member station in Southern California and a community service of Santa Monica College. You can find their broadcast signal in LA, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Mojave, Palm Springs, San Luis Obispo, and worldwide via the KCRW app and at kcrw.com.
About Metro Art
Metro Art enhances the customer experience with innovative, award-winning visual and performing arts that encourages ridership and connects people, sites and neighborhoods throughout L.A. County. A diverse range of site-specific artworks are integrated into the growing Metro system, improving the quality of transit environments and creating a sense of place. Metro Art Presents showcases an exciting array of arts and cultural programs at historic Union Station. All events are free, open to the public and accessible by transit. Follow Metro Art on Facebook, Instagram and Threads. Sign up for the Metro Art email list to learn about upcoming art opportunities, events and exhibitions!
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