What’s it really like to make a living in jazz? 🎸

In this episode, I sit down with Chicago Jazz guitarist Andy Brown to talk about the reality behind the Green Mill stage — the late nights, the mentors who shaped him, the mistakes that taught him, and the gamble that brought him from Cincinnati to Chicago.

We explore:

• Why moving to Chicago was the pivotal decision of Andy’s career
• The grind and joys of being a working jazz musician today
• How mentors, community, and mistakes shaped his unique sound
• What jazz teaches us about work, growth, and resilience

Whether you’re a musician, a fan of Chicago’s jazz scene, or someone curious about turning passion into a career, Andy’s story will inspire and challenge the way you think about work and art.

Links from the show:

• Andy's Website: https://andybrownguitar.com/
• The Green Mill: https://greenmilljazz.com/
• The Jazz showcase: https://www.jazzshowcase.com/
• Andy's Club: https://andysjazzclub.com/
• The Best Job I've Ever Had: bestjobever.org