Grammy award winners Ozomatli chats with Anthony Valadez about what makes Downtown Los Angeles special, performing across the globe, and what it takes to keep a band strong for over 30 years.

GP360 A Grand Performances Podcast explores the past, present, and future of free, public access to the performing arts at California Plaza in the heart of Downtown LA.

Timestamps:

(00:00) – Introduction

(04:45) – The Band's Creative Process

(07:59) – Rocking the Party

(13:50) – Having an Adventurous Spirit

(17:05) – Why DTLA Stands Out

(19:38) - Ozo, The Gumbo of LA!

(22:20) - Collaborators

(28:30) - Outro

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