A new interactive map is out to document the sounds of a changing LA. Here’s how to contribute

Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kevin Tidmarsh, as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) · October 29, 2026 · 1 min read

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You can record the sounds of anywhere and upload them to the new map, including your own backyard. (Kevin Tidmarsh/LAist) Topline: The Los Angeles Field Recording Club has launched a map that they describe as a “living sonic archive of Los Angeles,” and they’re looking for contributions. To see (...

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