Staff report BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — March 19, 2024 Lightning Heart Productions, helmed by Spence Taylor of Bloomington, IN, and Kati Taylor, a creative consultant and independent local music promoter from Indianapolis, announced the launch of Shine On Music Fest following the cancellation of ShadowFest. The inaugural Shine On Music Fest aims to provide a platform for artists impacted by the cancellation of ShadowFest, which was scheduled to coincide with the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse weekend. “Shine On Music Fest means so much to all of us after ShadowFest was canceled,” said Spence Taylor. “We ..read more

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — March 19, 2024 The music scene at The Bishop is heating up with an exciting lineup of performances scheduled in the coming months. Searows, accompanied by Runo Plum, is set to take the stage on Wednesday, June 19th. Tickets for the event will be available for purchase starting at 10 a.m. on Friday, with an exclusive opportunity to secure tickets a day earlier using the code “68spirit.” The musical frenzy continues as singer-songwriter Max McNown joins Briscoe for a performance on Friday, March 22nd. Fans of Gouge Away will be thrilled to know that the band’s third album ..read more

Staff report BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — March 19, 2024 Lightning Heart Productions, helmed by Spence Taylor of Bloomington, IN, and Kati Taylor, a creative consultant and independent local music promoter from Indianapolis, announced the launch of Shine On Music Fest following the cancellation of ShadowFest. The inaugural Shine On Music Fest aims to provide a platform for artists impacted by the cancellation of ShadowFest, which was scheduled to coincide with the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse weekend. “Shine On Music Fest means so much to all of us after ShadowFest was canceled,” said Spence Taylor. “We ..read more

Written from press release LOS ANGELES — March 12, 2024 Slash, the iconic guitarist known for his work with Guns N’ Roses and Velvet Revolver, has announced the inaugural S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Blues Festival, set to tour North America this summer. The tour will be in Terre Haute, Indiana on July 21, 2024. The festival, named as an acronym for Solidarity, Engagement, Restore, Peace, Equality N’ Tolerance, aims to celebrate the spirit of the blues genre while supporting various charitable causes. Slash will kick off the festival on July 5 in Bonner, Montana, and will travel to several cities includin ..read more

Written from press release: BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – February 22, 2024 In a celebration of youthful creativity and originality, WFHB’s Youth Radio proudly presents “Voices of the Youth Revolution,” a live performance featuring the dynamic talents of Youth Revolution on February 28th. The event will unfold at the Orbit Room, 107 N College Ave #001, Bloomington, IN, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The Youth Revolution House Band will set the stage as they accompany local singer-songwriters Orion, Aurora, Sophia, and Kayli. The lineup promises an eclectic mix of musical styles and individual artistry. Joini ..read more

Staff report written from e-mail: BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Bloomington Early Music is gearing up for its annual festival focusing on “Early Music in Exile.” There is a rich history behind Bloomington Early Music, tracing its origins to 1992. The festival was initially established by Stanley Ritchie and associates through a community concert series in Bloomington. Over three decades, it has grown, now boasting a week-long event slated for May 19-25, 2024. This year’s festival, titled “BLEMF 2024: Early Music in Exile,” aims to explore the musical expressions of communities and individuals subjected ..read more

Credit: Colin Medley Ducks Ltd. has announced their sophomore album, “Harm’s Way,” scheduled for release on February 9th, 2024, via Carpark Records. The Toronto duo has also shared their lead single and video, “Hollowed Out.” Accompanying the announcement are their February Toronto (Record Release) and Montreal shows, with a performance in New York this weekend and another slated for London in May. The album features the lead single “Hollowed Out,” a dynamic track laced with urgency, chiming melodies, and an undeniable catchiness. The single boasts backing vocals from Ratboys’ Julia Steiner ..read more

Staff report Indianapolis, Indiana – November 23, 2023 The iconic rock band, The Rolling Stones, revealed their latest tour schedule, omitting any stops in Indiana. Hoosier Stones enthusiasts will need to travel to neighboring states such as Illinois, Ohio, or other locations to catch the band’s live performance. The official Rolling Stones website unveiled the news, stating, “The Rolling Stones have announced they are going back on the road with a brand-new tour performing in 16 cities across the U.S. and Canada. Fans can expect to experience Mick, Keith, and Ronnie play their most popular ..read more

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – NOVEMBER 14: Russian activist group Pussy Riot films a music video for a song titled, “God Save Abortion,” to protest Indiana’s near total abortion ban, on the steps of the Indiana Statehouse on November 13, 2023, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Nadya Tolokonnikova, a founder of Pussy Riot, who is wanted by the Russian government, directed the filming. (Photo by Jeremy Hogan/The Bloomingtonian) Staff report Indianapolis, Indiana – November 14, 2023 Nadya Tolokonnikova, a founding member of Pussy Riot who spent time in a Russian prison for her activism, visited Bloomington on ..read more

BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA – SEPTEMBER 29: Yours Truly performs during Busk at Dusk on Kirkwood Avenue on September 29, 2023 in Bloomington, Indiana. (Photo by Jeremy Hogan/The Bloomingtonian)BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA – SEPTEMBER 29: Madalitso Band crossing Kirkwood during Lotus Festival on September 29, 2023 in Bloomington, Indiana. (Photo by Jeremy Hogan/The Bloomingtonian)BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA – SEPTEMBER 29: Crowd on Kirkwood Avenue on September 29, 2023 in Bloomington, Indiana. (Photo by Jeremy Hogan/The Bloomingtonian)BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA – SEPTEMBER 29: Rasta Pops on Kirkwood Avenue on September 2 ..read more