In 1982, Anderson took over ownership of a bar in Chicago called the Velvet Lounge, and transformed it into a center for the city's jazz and experimental music scenes, hosting Sunday jam sessions and numerous concerts. The club expanded and relocated in the summer of 2006.
In 1982, Anderson assumed ownership of a bar in Chicago called the Velvet Lounge and transformed it into a focal point for jazz and experimental music scenes. It featured Sunday jam sessions and numerous concerts. The club expanded and relocated to a new site in summer 2006.