Beck

In the summer of 1993, when Beck graced the KCRW Studios with his performance, he was riding the wave of his breakout album, *Mellow Gold*, which had been released just a few months earlier in March. This album catapulted him into the limelight with its infectious blend of folk, funk, and hip-hop, transformed through his signature slacker persona. Tracks like "Loser" were becoming anthems, and his unique sound was veering into cult status. The live recording of "Death Is Coming To Get You," captured the rawness and spontaneity that characterized his early performances. Interestingly, this period was a pivot point for Beck, as he was merging his quirky lyrics with a sound that defied genre boundaries. The KCRW session highlighted Beck's artistic evolution, showcasing not just his music but also the burgeoning curiosity around this genre-blending artist. It's fascinating to think about how this impromptu live setting contributed to building the mythos that surrounds Beck even today.

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