Last month, Indianapolis lost one of its great gospel music figures, the guitarist and songwriter M.L. Allen, Jr. He was 89 years old.

For more than a decade, Sofar Sounds has connected music fans with intimate, unconventional concert experiences in cities across the globe. After a hiatus, the project is returning to Indianapolis—thanks to local ambassador Surina Gangwani, who is relaunching the series with a renewed focus on community.

The Grammy-winning bassist and producer Don Was has produced recordings for some of the biggest stars in pop music, and he’s charted hit records with his own band Was (Not Was).

Born legally blind, the pianist and vocalist Lachi has used her voice to advocate for disability rights in the music industry.