News Brief
DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES - Officials with Anschutz Entertainment Group have announced that Club Nokia, part of the second phase of the $2.5 billion L.A. Live project, will open Nov. 10 with a performance by alternative rocker Beck. Partnering with concert promoter Goldenvoice, AEG officials said they will book artists in the 2,300-seat venue that appeal to a broad fan base, from soul to pop to world music. Indeed, the opening lineup is diverse, with acts including hip-hop artist Lupe Fiasco on Nov. 12, Latin alternative-reggaeton band Calle 13 on Nov. 15, ‘80s rocker Bret Michaels on Dec. 7, X with the New York Dolls Dec. 20 and comedian Lisa Lampanelli Feb. 28. The club features hardwood floors and theater-style seating in the balcony. Most of the second phase of L.A. Live will debut in December. The full lineup is at clubnokia.com.