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Bilal, "Satellites" The Philly-bred soul singer brings real pathos to the KCRW studio for a performance of "Satellites."

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KCRW Presents: BilalKCRW

July 2, 201511:48 AM ET

Jason Bentley

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Philly-bred soul singer Bilal recently walked into the KCRW studio with his red acoustic guitar and, joined by an upright bassist and electric guitarist, played a beautiful set of stripped-down songs. "Satellites," the first single from his new album In Another Life, was a clear highlight.

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"Satellites"

Watch Bilal's full performance on Morning Becomes Eclectic on KCRW.com.

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