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COLUMN: Musicians deserve the stage, but not the ridiculously high pedestal

By Abby Turner · Tuesday, Oct. 3,2023 6:59 p.m.

We are just people, and nothing more.

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Bloomington community gathers for 30th annual Lotus in the Park

By Carolyn Marshall · Monday, Oct. 2,2023 7 a.m.

A mix of Bloomington residents gathered in appreciation of varying artistic expressions.

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Local music this week: surf rockin’ through September

By Charlotte Jones · Tuesday, Sept. 19,2023 10:27 a.m.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Bloomington music scene this week.

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From a basement to The Bluebird: Street Pennies break up after 2 years

By Taylor Satoski · Thursday, Sept. 14,2023 11:46 a.m.

On Sept. 1, Street Pennies concluded their 2-year musical endeavor with a self-titled EP.

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Local music this week: headbanging, triple-header performances

By Charlotte Jones · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2023 3:33 p.m.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Bloomington music scene this week.

Russian Recording to celebrate 20th anniversary with fundraiser event Sunday

By Taylor Satoski · Friday, Sept. 8,2023 6:29 p.m.

There will be live musical performances and previously designed tattoos available.

Local music this week: back to September all the time

By Charlotte Jones · Tuesday, Sept. 5,2023 6:22 p.m.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Bloomington music scene this week.

Local music this week: back into the swing of things

By Charlotte Jones · Monday, Aug. 28,2023 3:34 p.m.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Bloomington music scene this week.

“There is power in this music:” Rahsaan Barber and Everyday Magic bring an electric energy to the Buskirk-Chumley Theater

By Grant Wheeler · Thursday, July 20,2023 6:31 p.m.

The band’s unique jazz sound consistently enraptured the Buskirk audience

81355, MICHELLE, The Flaming Lips cap off Granfalloon festival

By Grant Wheeler · Sunday, June 11,2023 5:32 p.m.

The mainstage show took place June 10 on Kirkwood Avenue

Bloomington Music Expo, Cosmic Songwriter Festival set for this week

By Helen Rummel · Wednesday, May 17,2023 9:21 p.m.

Welcome the start of summer with plenty of local music options.

Bloomington’s here for horn sections: local music roundup

By Charlotte Jones · Tuesday, May 2,2023 4:16 p.m.

These indie rock bands can’t get enough of summery horns and funky drums.

Not a lot going on at the moment: local performances this week

By Charlotte Jones · Monday, May 1,2023 5:46 p.m.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Bloomington scene this week.

The heart of retro-pop-indie-soul: Bloomington’s Six Foot Blonde on their upcoming EP

By Charlotte Jones · Thursday, April 27,2023 4:29 p.m.

The Bloomington-based band is set to release "Tino’s Place” on Friday.

Reviving dead week: local performances this week

By Charlotte Jones · Monday, April 24,2023 3:36 p.m.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Bloomington scene this week.

Little 500 preparation: local performances this week

By Charlotte Jones · Tuesday, April 18,2023 10:49 a.m.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Bloomington scene this week.

Bloomington Delta Music Club Presents provides musical whimsy Friday night

By Charlotte Jones · Saturday, April 15,2023 6:18 p.m.

The student-led concert provided a soundtrack for IMU’s Cream & Crimson Carnival.

Festivals, festivals, festivals: local performances this week

By Charlotte Jones · Tuesday, April 11,2023 12:30 p.m.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Bloomington scene this week.

COLUMN: A Midwestern music mecca: why local bands love the Bloomington music scene

By Charlotte Jones · Wednesday, April 5,2023 3:28 p.m.

Bloomington has music for everyone, from seasoned professionals to fresh-faced bands.

Spice up your life: local performances this week

By Charlotte Jones · Monday, April 3,2023 5:57 p.m.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Bloomington scene this week.

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COLUMN: Musicians deserve the stage, but not the ridiculously high pedestal

Bloomington community gathers for 30th annual Lotus in the Park

Local music this week: surf rockin’ through September

From a basement to The Bluebird: Street Pennies break up after 2 years

Local music this week: headbanging, triple-header performances

Russian Recording to celebrate 20th anniversary with fundraiser event Sunday

Local music this week: back to September all the time

Local music this week: back into the swing of things

“There is power in this music:” Rahsaan Barber and Everyday Magic bring an electric energy to the Buskirk-Chumley Theater

81355, MICHELLE, The Flaming Lips cap off Granfalloon festival

Bloomington Music Expo, Cosmic Songwriter Festival set for this week

Bloomington’s here for horn sections: local music roundup

Not a lot going on at the moment: local performances this week

The heart of retro-pop-indie-soul: Bloomington’s Six Foot Blonde on their upcoming EP

Reviving dead week: local performances this week

Little 500 preparation: local performances this week

Bloomington Delta Music Club Presents provides musical whimsy Friday night

Festivals, festivals, festivals: local performances this week

COLUMN: A Midwestern music mecca: why local bands love the Bloomington music scene

Spice up your life: local performances this week

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