In 1920s Kansas City, a jazz band led by Pete Kelly performs at a secret nightclub, but their livelihood is threatened when a ruthless gangster starts to exert control over them. When their drummer is murdered, Kelly reluctantly agrees to the gangster's demands, including hiring the thug's troubled girlfriend as a singer. However, Kelly soon comes to regret his decision, as the only redeeming quality in his life becomes the sophisticated and alluring Ivy.
Pete Kelly's Blues
In the vibrant atmosphere of the Roaring Twenties, a jazz band's rise to fame is put to the test as they face a difficult decision: sacrificing their artistic vision for financial stability or risking everything to stay true to their craft.
