INDY TOP 10 LIVE: Feb 28- Mar 5, 2008
Kate Lamont & Blueprintmusic
INDY TOP 10 LIVE: Feb 28- Mar 5, 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
No tag for this post.1. WITT Community Radio Bash
8 PM, Friday February 29, Radio Radio, $7
Final FCC approvals recently came for WITT 91.9 FM, a new community radio station for Indianapolis. The station is now organizing for a launch and is celebrating with a bash featuring a collection of local acts. Kate Lamont & Blueprintmusic, The Philosophy, Blackberry Jam, Sarah Grain, and Mudkids share the bill. Once operating, the station promises to be home to an expansive range of music choices, including locally based artists.
2. They Might Be Giants
9 PM, Thursday February 28, The Bluebird, $18
They Might Be Giants’ upbeat and clever music always had a “children’s music for adults” feel to it. So it’s no surprise that the duo released an actual children’s album, “Here Come the ABCs,” in 2005. They followed it up earlier this month with a CD/DVD set called “Here Come the 123s.” This show at the Bluebird nightclub in Bloomington should be strictly for grown-ups.
3. 4th Annual Cash Bash
9 PM, Saturday March 1, Radio Radio, $12
Four years after his death, the spirit of Johnny Cash still looms over music. It’s tough to find a country singer or rock band who won’t point to Cash as an influence. Local rockabilly group Mandy Marie & the Cool Hand Lukes host the 4th annual Cash Bash to celebrate his legacy. Bill Kirchen, former guitarist for Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen, shares the bill along with Bigger Than Elvis.
4. The Redwalls and Catfish Haven w/ Modoc9 PM, Saturday March 1, Birdy’s, $10
A pair of indie rock acts travel from Chicago to help raise money for the Rock For Riley organization. The Redwalls are frequent Indy visitors. Their Britpop sound draws influence from legendary English bands of the 60’s and 70’s. Catfish Haven sticks with a more domestic sound that lives between CCR swamp rock and Kings of Leon’s southern fueled indie rock. Indy expatriates Modoc return home to open the show.
5. Ben Folds
8 PM, Friday February 29, Elliott Hall of Music, $30
Frequent Indiana visitor Ben Folds returns this week as he kicks off his springtime college tour in the Hoosier state. Purdue University drew the long straw for the Folds visit and will host the piano rocker at the Elliott Hall of Music. Folds hasn’t released a new album since 2006, so expect a thorough rundown of classic tunes from throughout his career at this show.
6. The Avett Brothers
9 PM, Friday February 29, The Bluebird, $10
North Carolina’s The Avett Brothers introduced themselves to Indianapolis audiences at the Midwest Music Summit in 2005 and became an instant hit. The trio’s music blends Appalachian instruments and sounds with lyrics addressing the modern world. Fans who don’t want to wait for their Indianapolis visit in June can make the trip to Bloomington on Friday to see them at the Bluebird.
7. Dierks Bentley w/ Luke Bryan & Bucky Covington
7:30 PM, Saturday March 1, Murat Theatre, $34.75 – 39.75
In his short time in the country music spotlight, Dierks Bentley has become one of country’s top hit-makers. His last two albums both hit #1 on the country chart. He’s also released eight top ten country singles, five of which hit #1. The success all adds up to Bentley releasing his first greatest hits collection later this year, just five years into his career. Newcomer Luke Bryan and American Idol participant Bucky Covington open.
8. Lez Zeppelin
9 PM, Saturday March 1, Music Mill, $14
Following the one-show Led Zeppelin reunion in 2007, US Zepheads held tight to the rumor that their favorite band would perform stateside at the 2008 Bonnaroo Festival. The rumor proved false, but Bonnaroo did deliver the next best thing – New York’s all-female Zeppelin tribute Lez Zeppelin. The quartet is regularly praised for their faithful recreation of the Zeppelin sound and show. Lez Zeppelin returns to Indy this weekend with a visit to the Music Mill.
9. Music For All National Festival
Thursday February 28 – Saturday March 1, Multiple Performances and Venues, $16 per individual session, $35 for 3-day pass
Some of the most outstanding and talented high school musicians in the country descend on Indianapolis this weekend for the Music For All National Festival. The three-day event showcases a hand-picked group of the top ensembles and orchestras from around the U.S. Clowes Hall, Hilbert Circle Theatre, and the Indiana Historical Society play host to the event. Visit musicforall.org for details on participating groups and performance times.
10. The Black Swans, Vollmar, Tonos Triad
8 PM, Saturday March 1, Big Car Gallery, $5 donation
Acclaimed folk group The Black Swans have been compared to big-name acts like Leonard Cohen and Bob Dylan as well as modern artists like Willard Grant Conspiracy and American Music Club. They bring their spring tour in support of their 2007 album, “Change!,” to Big Car Gallery. Indianapolis folk trio Tonos Triad and Bloomington artist Vollmar round out the bill.
