LA gets its own Blue Note. Expect jazz plus hip-hop performances

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For 45 years, Blue Note in Greenwich Village served as New York City’s upscale club for jazz. Then came locations in Asia, Europe, and South America. Last week, LA got its own Blue Note.

KCRW’s LeRoy Downs says Blue Note LA will appeal to a wide audience, even those who don’t often listen to jazz. He highlights some artists who will perform there this season.

Host Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.