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Al Jarreau: 'Accentuate the Positive'

NPR's Ed Gordon catches up with Grammy nominee Al Jarreau, rehearsing at a "Grammy Salute to Jazz" event on Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles. Jarreau performs and talks about creating a jazz album for the first time. Jarreau's CD Accentuate the Positive is up for the Best Jazz Album Grammy.

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Ed Gordon
Hard hitting, intelligent, honest, and no-nonsense describe Ed Gordon's style and approach to reporting that have made the Emmy Award-winning broadcaster one of the most respected journalists in the business today. Known for his informative on-air interaction with newsmakers, from world leaders to celebrities, the name Ed Gordon has become synonymous with the "big" interview.