John Cage was one of the most influential and notorious avant garde music composers of the 20th Century. And he grew up in Los Angeles. 

This episode introduces a new segment of the podcast called, "L.A. Sounds," which will feature lesser known figures from the city's musical history. 

The episode features an interview with Gary Krist about his new book The Mirage Factory: Illusion, Imagination, and the Invention of Los Angeles.