Conversation: Don Was and Ashley Kahn

At the heart of Big Ears 2025, the Blue Note Lounge & Pop-Up Record Store becomes a hub for jazz lovers, vinyl collectors, and deep musical conversations—including special appearances by Don Was. The Blue Note Records president will sit down with writer Ashley Kahn for a deep dive into the legacy of Blue Note Records, the art of record-making, and the stories behind some of the label’s most iconic releases.