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Following last night’s 116-101 preseason win over the Thunder, I asked recent Pacers addition Jay Huff what it’s been like joining a team who made a Finals run last season.

Review: Durand Jones and the Indications return to Indy for a triumphant homecoming The Bloomington-born soul band played to a sold-out crowd at the Hi-Fi Annex on Tuesday, Sept. 30.

It’s fair to say Durand Jones and the Indications have come a long way since playing in Bloomington basements.

Head over to NUVO for my review of the soul band's recent sold-out show at the Hi-Fi Annex.

Review: Franz Ferdinand brings good vibes to the Vogue More than seven years after headlining the Broad Ripple venue, the Scottish rock band returned for a night of 2000s nostalgia and irresistible energy.

More than seven years after headlining The Vogue, Franz Ferdinand returned to the same Broad Ripple venue for a night of 2000s nostalgia and irresistible energy.

Head over to NUVO for my full review of the show!

Review: Tune-Yards electrify at Hi-Fi The Oakland-based indie rock project came to Indianapolis in support of 2025 album ‘Better Dreaming.’

It’s always impressive when an artist lights up a room on a Monday night, and on Monday, Sept. 29, Tune-Yards did just that.

Head over to NUVO for my full review of the show and also be sure to check out Doug Fellegy's photo slideshow while you're at it!

Great event to kick off Week Without Driving with @mrwildstyle.bsky.social and @sethvthem.bsky.social at Upland tonight!

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A quick chat with John Pelant of Night Moves The Minneapolis indie rock band headlines the Hi-Fi on Saturday, Sept. 27.

I caught up with John Pelant of Night Moves ahead of the band's show at the Hi-Fi tomorrow, discussing their latest album, "Double Life," and more.

Head over to NUvO to give our interview a read!

Totally agree!

Looking Back on an Epic Week of Shows at the Hi-Fi and Hi-Fi Annex Writer Seth Johnson reflects on a weeklong stretch where he saw Momma, Mdou Moctar and Sharon Van Etten headline the pair of Fountain Square venues.

It’s been an especially great week to be a music lover who lives down the street from HI-FI and Hi-Fi Annex.

Head over to NUVO for my thoughts on a trio of shows I saw at the pair of venues on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday with headliners Momma, Mdou Moctar and Sharon Van Etten.

Review: Blink-182 brings pop-punk revelry to Ruoff Music Center The iconic California rockers headlined the Noblesville venue as part of their ‘Missionary Impossible’ tour.

There’s never a dull moment when Mark Hoppus, Tom Del,onge and Travis Barker are up on stage together.

Head over to NUVO for my full review of Wednesday's Blink-182 show at Ruoff Music Center.

Six Foot Blonde reflects on Indiana roots The rock band-on-the-rise will headline Indy’s Hi-Fi Annex on Sept. 13.

I caught up with Bloomington-bred/Chicago-based band Six Foot Blonde ahead of their show at the Hi-Fi Annex on Saturday, discussing their Indiana roots and much more.

Head over to NUVO to give it a read!

A chill chat with comedian Joe Pera The stand-up comic will perform at the Fountain Square Theatre on Sunday, Aug. 31 as part of this year’s Let’s Fest.

I had a chill chat with Joe Pera ahead of his visit to Let's Fest in Indy this Sunday, discussing his earliest stand-up experience, outlook on the Buffalo Bills upcoming season, and more.

Read it over at NUVO!

Review: The Black Keys and Gary Clark Jr. bring blues rock ecstasy to Everwise Amphitheater The pair of longtime blues rockers made their way to Indianapolis on Sunday, Aug. 24.

It was a pristine evening of blues rock, that's for sure.

Head over to NUVO for my review of last night's The Black Keys/Gary Clark Jr. show at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park and also be sure to check out Tony Vasquez's excellent photo slideshow as well.

Rapper 4200Kory is doing it for the Far Eastside The Indy artist-on-the-rise will release a debut full-length ode to “Naptown USA” on Aug. 20.

It's been a real treat getting to see 4200 Kory blossom as an artist in recent years. Head over to Mirror Indy and read my latest story on the Far Eastside rapper and his forthcoming album, "Cobra Son."

Review: The War and Treaty take Hi-Fi Annex to church The Grammy-nominated soul band made their way to Indy on Wednesday, Aug. 6.

I had a great time with Grammy-nominated soul group The War and Treaty on Wednesday at HI-FI. Head over to NUVO for my review complete with photos from the always excellent Doug Fellegy.

A quick chat with Charity Rose Thielen of The Head and The Heart The indie-folk band will visit the Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park on Aug. 6.

I had a great time chatting with Charity from The Head and The Heart ahead of their show at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park next week. We mostly discussed the band's latest album "Aperture," but I did sneak in a q about Bloomington legend Tim Smiley as well.

Read it via NUVO!

Let’s Fest Bringing the Laughs to Fountain Square | Visit Indy From Aug. 28-31, longtime comedy production company Let’s Comedy will present the latest installment of Let’s Fest — a comedy festival in Fountain Square

Being a lover of comedy, I'm quite excited for the latest installment of Let's Fest coming to Fountain Square from Aug. 28-31. To get the full scoop on what you can expect. head over to the Visit Indy website, where I wrote a short blog post hashing out all the details.

A quick chat with Jack Met of AJR The multi-platinum alt-pop band will headline Ruoff Music Center on July 31 as part of their ‘Somewhere in the Sky’ tour.

I caught up with AJR frontman Jack Met ahead of the band's upcoming performance at Ruoff Music Center, discussing the band's fruitful relationship with Indianapolis and much more.

Head over to NUVO and give it a read!

‘Bad Dogs’ by 81355 (‘bless’) is all about Naptown The new album comes out July 11, but you can listen to their new single now.

"This album feels like it grows wild like ivy on brick."

I caught up with the 81355 crew to discuss their sophomore album, which is due out on Friday. Head over to Mirror Indy
and give the story a read!

A quick chat with comedian Maddy Smith From July 5-6, stand-up comedian Maddy Smith will visit the White Rabbit Cabaret for three shows across two nights.

I caught up with comedian Maddy Smith ahead of her shows at the White Rabbit Cabaret this weekend, discussing her roasting roots, what being a cast member on Wild 'N Out has been like, and more

Head over to NUVO and give it a read!

Like many of you, I'm sad to hear of today's news.

Myles is a real one, and I'll always appreciate the countless times we got to chat over the years. Best of luck with the next chapter, man.

Brent Cobb’s latest chapter is all about rock ’n’ roll The singer-songwriter will visit the Vogue on June 27.

Ahead of his show at the Vogue on Friday, I caught up with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Brent Cobb for an interview, discussing all things rock 'n' roll including his forthcoming album "Ain't Rocked in a While."

Head over to NUVO and give it a read!

Pacers force Game 7 with Thunder in NBA Finals The two teams will face off one final time on Sunday, June 22.

“We’ve got one game. Nothing that’s happened before matters, and nothing that’s going to happen after matters. It’s all about that one game.”

Head over to NUVO and read my story on the Pacers advancing to Game 7 of the NBA Finals.

Praying to the basketball gods that Ty's calf can stop Halihurtin' enough for us to have a great Game 6 tonight. #NBAFinals

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Review: MJ Lenderman showcases sharp songcraft at the Egyptian Room The Asheville singer-songwriter made his way to Indianapolis on Saturday, June 14.

One day after having his performance rained out at the 2025 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, Asheville singer-songwriter MJ Lenderman paid a visit to Indianapolis with his band the Wind.

Head over to NUVO for my full review of the show.

Pacers head to Oklahoma City with NBA Finals series tied at 2-2 Indiana fell to the Thunder at home in Game 4 by a final score of 111-104.

"We’ve gotta be ready to go down there and fight for 48 minutes."

Head over to NUVO for my story on the Pacers' Game 4 loss to the Thunder in the NBA Finals, with reflections on adjustments that need to be made looking ahead to Game 5.

Pacers grind out Game 3 win over Thunder Indiana will look to take a 3-1 series lead at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday.

"This is the kind of team that we are — we need everybody.”

Head over to NUVO for my story on the Pacers' Game 3 win over the Thunder, which was undoubtedly one of Indiana's patented team efforts.

Losing Sly Stone and Brian Wilson in the same week is quite tragic. R.I.P. to a pair of my all-time favorites 💔

Indy Show Alert: Bone Thughs-N-Harmony and Three 6 Mafia will co-headline Everwise Amphitheater on Aug. 23 with opening support from DJ Quik.

Working on a story for Mirror Indy about a certain local hip-hop supergroup, and some of the details being referenced are making me realize I've been covering local music for damn near half my life.

Feeling a little old right now, not gonna lie 😂