Tune in as hosts Ronnie Burrage and Laka interview guitarist/composer Kelvyn Bell, leader of the avant-funk band Kelvynator.  They discuss Kelvyn's experimental approach to creating music, St. Louis roots, his work as a teacher in producing some of the greatest musicians around the globe, the many avenues that his music career has taken him, influences and philosophies. Kelvyn poignantly states, "Some folks think the blues is sad but it’s actually a healing force for the community just like church.” City Jazz Sessions podcast opening and closing music is by Ronnie Burrage: "Spling-a-ding" used with permission.