Happening Tuesday: Portishead and more

BOOKS

Nile Rodgers He grew up among hippies, jazz cats, Black Panthers and high-minded drifters and by age 16 was en route to recording some big hits of the ‘70s and ‘80s, including “Good Times” and “I’m Coming Out.” He captures that life in “Le Freak: An Upside Down Story of Family, Disco and Destiny.” In conversation with filmmaker Brett Ratner. Book Soup, 8818 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. 7 p.m. (310) 659-3110. https://www.booksoup.com

MUSIC

Gotye The Belgian Australian singer-producer won a strong international following on the basis of his rakish, adventurous indie pop. Now he’s beginning to break stateside with his newest album, “Making Mirrors.” The Satellite, 1717 Silver Lake Blvd., L.A. 9 p.m. $15. thesatellitela.com

Portishead The ominous and dreamy trip-hop trio from Bristol, England, hasn’t released new music since its 2008 comeback, “Third,” but it’s not letting fans down. Its 10-city tour provides a rare chance to see the publicity-shy band live before another hiatus. Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall, 700 W. 32nd St., L.A. 8 p.m. today and Wed. shrineauditorium.com

EVENTS

“How Does Architecture Imitate Life?” Architect Brad Cloepfil, whose work includes the Museum of Arts and Design in New York and the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis, will sit down with friend and filmmaker Gus Van Sant (“Milk,” “Good Will Hunting”) to discuss their work, motivation and inspiration. Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. 7 p.m. Free. zocalopublicsquare.org