Today's Top Tune

Legendary Chicago band The Sea and Cake have their own distinctive sound that's centered around guitar interplay and a strong rhythm section. "Any Day" is the title track from their forthcoming album and is a promising start.

Meiko is a staple in the Los Angeles music scene, and her songs are a natural fit for TV shows and film. When asked about "Back In The Game", Meiko says, “It’s a ‘going-out’ anthem for the broken-hearted. You know, brush your knees off, get back in there, and kick some ass!” Atta Girl!

The couple at the center of UMO's new track realize they're not actually in love, but just high. That may seem like the makings for a sad song, but an undercurrent of freedom gives the song a euphoric feel.

Sasha Spielberg - aka Buzzy Lee - made her film debut in her father's film The Terminal, but music is her real passion. Her debut EP is produced by her talented best friend, Nicolas Jaar, and features a track we're digging called "Coolhand."

Self-taught violinist, Sudan Archives, draws inspiration from Sudanese fiddlers. She’s currently on tour, and will make pit stops at SXSW and Coachella. Sudan Archives fuses folk music with electronics on Today’s Top Tune, "Paid."

Lauded as a new soul star in the making, we welcome Nilüfer Yanya to KCRW's SXSW night showcase in Austin. The 22-year-old Londoner – with a soaring voice - takes inspiration from legendary songwriters like Nina Simone and Jeff Buckley. "Baby Luv" offers a sinuous guitar line beside a cooing vocal.

Minneapolis duo Now, Now released a couple of teasers from their first album in 6 years (dropping later this spring), making it clear that good things come to those who wait. Their time away from music created the fodder needed to write songs that are direct and transparent. Enjoy "Yours."

Jordan Rakei combats his inner demons by penning soul-stirring songs.  “Eye To Eye” is his most personal opus to date; and finds the artist taking risks and making leaps both personally and professionally.

Marlon Williams chronicles the arc of relationships on his new album Make Way For Love. Today’s track - “What’s Chasing You” – is no exception and recalls Roy Orbison. If you're at SXSW, check him out when he appears at KCRW's Day Showcase (3/14).

Femi Kuti is the eldest son of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, and took up the reigns after his death. On his new collection of songs Kuti continues his family's socially conscious message, but incorporates love songs into the mix. "One People One World" is filled with potent horns that come directly from his heart.