B.B. King

INDY TOP 10 LIVE: Jan 30- Feb 6, 2008

Weekly best bets for the Indianapolis music lover. The Indy Top 10 Live is compiled by a selection panel of local print, radio, and internet journalists and is new every Thursday online and in print in Indy.com.

Text by Steve Hayes

1. Ralph Stanley and the Clinch Mountain Boys

9 p.m. Feb. 2, $22, Music Mill, (317) 841-1850.

Ralph Stanley is one of America’s musical treasures. Along with his brother Carter Stanley, he brought the bluegrass music native to his home in the Virginia Appalachians to the masses. Now recognized as one of the fathers of bluegrass music, Stanley has been performing over six decades. He added a new generation of fans in 2000 with his contributions to the “O Brother, Where Art Thou” soundtrack.

2. B.B. King w/ June Millington
8 p.m. Feb. 2, $49.50-$65, Murat Theatre, (317) 231-0000.

B.B. King’s name is synonymous with the blues. King got his start in music in 1947 and has since defined the blues guitar and vocal sound and style. Now 82 years old, King shows no signs of slowing down. He has more than 60 concerts scheduled through July of this year. Opening act June Millington also has a unique place in music history. Her band, Fanny, was one of the first all-female bands to sign with a major label.

3. Carrie Newcomer
7 p.m. Jan. 31, $15, United Methodist Church, (317) 846-3404.

Acclaimed Hoosier folk singer Carrie Newcomer can take her music from theaters to outdoor festivals without having it ever feel out of place. This event is billed on her Web site as a short performance accompanying a lecture by activist Parker Palmer. Newcomer will be a more familiar figure on concert stages in the coming months. She launches a tour in support of her new album, “The Geography of Light,” later this month.

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David Baker (photo by Kendall Reeves)

EPISODE 127: The Indianapolismusic.net Podcast

Short on music, long on quality. We guess everybody’s too busy getting ready for Mardi Gras and the Super Bowl. That said, we do have some great tracks from Tommy Castro, Lazarus, Virgil, Llange, and a composition from David Baker. Enjoy.

By the way, we’re listed now on iTunes and Podcast Alley, Odeo, and Podcast Pickle, so tell your friends. It’s easier than ever to subscribe to our little slice of audio heaven.

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Once again, all music on this podcast came from authorized downloads from artist or record company sites or from the Indy MP3 Collection.Theme provided by Background Trash. For all of your background trash needs, go to Background Trash. – Steve Hayes and Ryan Williams -

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J. Bookinz

by T.J. Reynolds

Welcome to the first installment of Hot Fiyah, an online column devoted to Indianapolis’ burgeoning Hip-hop scene. We’ll be bringing you regular episodes featuring interviews with some of the best local artists, and offering you downloads so you can listen for yourself.

In this inaugural episode, we chatted with J. Brookinz. A talented producer who has worked with a diverse range of Indy rappers, Brookinz has lately garnered national attention by winning a Boot Camp Clik remix competition, and releasing the Jay-Z remix album “American Gangster: 80’s Style”.

Hot Fiyah: What was the first hip-hop album you owned?

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Llange

IMN OnTrack: Llange

IMN OnTrack takes a closer look at one track a local artist has put on the web for your perusal, and give you a little history behind the music as well. We’re timing this look to coincide with that artist’s performance in the coming week, but our real goal is to get local music on your computer or portable media player. Think of this like the musical equivalent of a food court sample.

The term “psychedelic” may conjure images of paisley print and flower children. Llange sticks more to the weird and trippy definition, with extended songs and expansive soundscapes. This Indianapolis band has found its way in front of many different audiences due to their ability to blend in with several genres of music. Stick back and enjoy the trip.

Llange joins their wordless brethren youwilldie and Virgil Saturday night at the Melody Inn. The mics may enjoy the vacation. For a sample of the even, download a copy of “Machination” from Llange’s MySpace page.

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Chris Brown

INDY TOP 10 LIVE: Jan 24-30, 2008

Weekly best bets for the Indianapolis music lover. The Indy Top 10 Live is compiled by a selection panel of local print, radio, and internet journalists and is new every Thursday online and in print in INtake Weekly.

Text by Steve Hayes

1. Chris Brown, Bow Wow, Soulja Boy

7 PM, Friday January 25, Conseco Fieldhouse, $48.99 – 58.99

A trio of young hit makers tops the list this week. Chris Brown has two songs on Billboard’s Hot 100 singles chart – his previous #1, “Kiss Kiss,” and his latest single, “With You.” Rapper Bow Wow is the veteran of the group. The 20-year old performer released his first record when he was 13. He’s since placed 15 singles on the charts. 17-year old newcomer Soulja Boy leaped to stardom in 2007 with his #1 single “Crank That (Soulja Boy).”

2. Ember Swift w/ Emily Wood

7:30 PM, Saturday January 26, Key Cinemas, $15

Local music/arts promoter indyindie has chosen a unique venue to open their 2008 season. Key Cinemas transforms from a movie house to a live music venue for this event. Headliner Ember Swift got her start in the coffeehouse scene in Toronto before going full time in music in 1997. She’s noted for her high-energy shows and politically fueled songs. Swift currently releases her music on her own DIY label. Local folk singer/songwriter Emily Wood opens.

3. M.O.T.O, Beta Male, The Luxury Pushers, Star

10 PM, Saturday January 26, Melody Inn

Supporters of the Punk Rock Night showcase have used the weekly event for many celebrations, ranging from birthdays to graduations to going away or welcome home parties. This week PRN founder Greg Brenner is throwing his own party, to celebrate his one-year wedding anniversary to wife Jo. Celebrating with Mr. & Mrs. Brenner will be longtime PRN favorites M.O.T.O and The Luxury Pushers along with local dance pop band Beta Male and “bubblegum noise” group Star.

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Shawn Mullins

EPISODE 126: The Indianapolismusic.net Podcast

It looks like a long year ahead. A long, long year. But the Boom Kings are here to help you. And said Boom Kings would be Steve and Ryan, just for clarity’s sake. This week, look for tracks from Shawn Mullins, Ember Swift, Living Proof, Bill Lancton, ESW, The Howlies, Harley Poe, M.O.T.O., and The Abner Trio. Enjoy. 

By the way, we’re listed now on iTunes and Podcast Alley, Odeo, and Podcast Pickle, so tell your friends. It’s easier than ever to subscribe to our little slice of audio heaven. 

A) Subscribe using this link and a podcast aggregator ..OR..

B) Download directly by right-clicking and saving ..OR…

C) Listen to the PODcast in the IMN mediaplayer (Located in the upper-right corner of the page)!

Once again, all music on this podcast came from authorized downloads from artist or record company sites or from the Indy MP3 Collection.Theme provided by Background Trash. For all of your background trash needs, go to Background Trash. –

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The Abner Trio

IMN OnTrack: The Abner Trio

IMN OnTrack takes a closer look at one track a local artist has put on the web for your perusal, and give you a little history behind the music as well. We’re timing this look to coincide with that artist’s performance in the coming week, but our real goal is to get local music on your computer or portable media player. Think of this like the musical equivalent of a food court sample. 

The Abner Trio, like many of the Joyful Noise Recordings labelmates, aren’t noted for their mainstream albums. The band may have indie-pop leanings, but they hammer it with sharp and angular changes that skew normal song structure and sonic signatures. For attentive listeners, though, these surprises come as unexpected rewards..

The Abner Trio and their label were kind enough to offer the track “The Spotlight” as a free download. You can also catch the band January 24th at Birdy’s.

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Emmylou Harris

INDY TOP 10 LIVE: Jan 17-23, 2008

Weekly best bets for the Indianapolis music lover. The Indy Top 10 Live is compiled by a selection panel of local print, radio, and internet journalists and is new every Thursday online and in print in INtake Weekly.

Text by Steve Hayes

1. Emmylou Harris, Patty Griffin, Shawn Colvin, Buddy Miller

8 PM, Friday January 18, Clowes Hall, $39.50-49.50

A quartet of acclaimed singer/songwriters brings their “Three Girls and Their Buddy” tour to Indy to top our list. Emmylou Harris heads up the lineup. Her 30 years in music have garnered a dozen Grammy Awards and earned the respect of fans and fellow artists. Patty Griffin and Shawn Colvin, a pair of songwriters who came to prominence in the 90’s, round out the bill’s other two “girls.” Singer/songwriter/producer/guitarist Buddy Miller completes the lineup.

2. Todd Rundgren

8:30 PM, Sunday January 20, Music Mill, $30

Getting his start in music in the 60’s, Todd Rundgren has traveled a varied musical path. He’s created psychedelic power pop, challenging progressive rock, Beach Boys/Beatles styled studio pop, and electronic music. Most recently he also filled in for Ric Ocasek on a Cars reunion billed as ‘The New Cars.’ Reviews of Rundgren’s tour report the artist is pulling material from all parts of his career, including several deep cuts from older albums.

3. Everything Now, Cameron McGill, Grampall Jookabox, David Moore

9 PM, Friday January 18, Radio Radio, $5

Indy-based indie rock blog My Old Kentucky Blog and the Monolith Music Festival, a Denver, CO-based festival operated by former Indy residents, team to show off some of the most talented musicians in the area. Muncie’s Everything Now heads the bill with an experimental pop sound. Cameron McGill, a fixture at past Indy music festivals, returns with his rootsy Neil Young influenced sound. Grampall Jookabox and former Chamberlain singer David Moore round out the eclectic night.

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Everything, Now!

EPISODE 125: The Indianapolismusic.net Podcast

Panic in the streets of Indianapolis! If the ISO is calling “Rites Of Spring” controversial, who are we to argue? We also have tracks from Martin Sexton, Everything Now!, The Franchize, Lafcadio, King Deuce, The Punkin Holler Boys, Casket of the Blistered Social, and Bob’s Liquor Lounge. Man the barricades!

By the way, we’re listed now on iTunes and Podcast Alley, Odeo, and Podcast Pickle, so tell your friends. It’s easier than ever to subscribe to our little slice of audio heaven.

A) Subscribe using this link and a podcast aggregator ..OR..

B) Download directly by right-clicking and saving ..OR…

C) Listen to the PODcast in the IMN mediaplayer (Located in the upper-right corner of the page)!

Once again, all music on this podcast came from authorized downloads from artist or record company sites or from the Indy MP3 Collection.Theme provided by Background Trash. For all of your background trash needs, go to Background Trash. – Steve Hayes and Ryan Williams -

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The Punkin Holler Boys

IMN OnTrack: The Punkin Holler Boys

IMN OnTrack takes a closer look at one track a local artist has put on the web for your perusal, and give you a little history behind the music as well. We’re timing this look to coincide with that artist’s performance in the coming week, but our real goal is to get local music on your computer or portable media player. Think of this like the musical equivalent of a food court sample.

The Punkin Holller Boys are celebrating their tenth year telling stories and playing folk songs about life back in the place from which they take their name. Their regular third-Friday-of-the-month show may have changed locations in that time, but the band’s songwriting and performing talent (and their sizable following) has remained constant. Sure, they play a lot of other places as well, but it’s always good to visit at their home gig as well. Check them out this Friday at the Melody Inn’s early show..

The Punkin Holler Boys recently released a new CD called Zombie, and they were kind enough to post a few tracks on their MySpace site. IMN recommends “Carpenter Song.”

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