An "open mic" is defined as a session in a club or other venue that invites anyone to perform in front of an audience. The concept is simple: Show up, sign up and show off. Yet, for those new to ...

Before the playlists and press runs, there were those weeknights with a sign-up sheet and a room full of strangers. Singers brought one guitar, probably one friend, and two songs. The host learned ...

After one year in business inside the Mercury Cafe building, The Pearl is making some strategic changes due to financial difficulties.