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Jam Productions at 50: Arny Granat and Jerry Mickelson recall the gigs, twists and turns in Chicago’s rock ’n’ roll success story

CHICAGO — Once upon a time, there were two young men named Arny and Jerry who shared a dream and a passion for rock ’n’ roll, so they went about the risky business by founding what they would call Jam Productions and whether you know it or not, you know…

Chicago Tribune · Apr 5, 2022

Jam Productions’ impact on Chicago’s music scene spans 50 years

As a rare independent producer, it’s built an empire by taking risks on booking bands that sometimes became megastars, helping keep Chicago a world-class music city.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 11, 2022

Jam Productions at 50: Jerry Mickelson and Arny Granat’s concert empire made Chicago a key player in the music business

Jam has put on more than 39,000 shows at Chicago clubs, theaters and arenas over the past half century. Its co-founders talk about how they built it and why it’s lasted.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 11, 2022