Much like the word “jazz” itself, the origin of the term “jam session” is up for debate, but there’s no denying the multi-layered potential that jam sessions unleash: community building, essential education, artistic exploration and audience engagement. Before we dive…

Many artists trace others’ footsteps, while certain standouts develop their own paths. Similarly, while many live music venues stick to a familiar formula, occasionally a space comes along with its own distinct vision, vibe and style. Jean Darlene in the…

I was going to start this column with a joke about October being the scariest month of the year. “A time to contemplate death, devils, and diminished chords,” I wrote in an earlier draft, perhaps trusting that it would have…