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Archive for May 2015

May 7, 2015

 

Thee Tsunamis – “Teenage Dreams”

Bloomington's all-girl rock band, Thee Tsunamis, strives to epitomize the fun; they perform "Teenage Dreams," from their album, "Saturday Night Sweet Heart."

May 7, 2015

 

Thee Tsunamis – “Trash Talk”

Bloomington's all-girl rock band, Thee Tsunamis, strives to epitomize the fun; they perform "Trash Talk," from their album, "Saturday Night Sweet Heart."

May 7, 2015

 

Thee Tsunamis

Pulling from a variety of musical influences, all-girl rock band, Thee Tsunamis, strives to epitomize the fun in punk, and pay homage to b-movie culture.

May 7, 2015

 

O.C. Bear Guitars

After years playing the guitar, Clint Bear decided to build his own guitar; today, his custom guitars are nationally known for their superior sound and detail.

May 7, 2015

 

Schroeder Saddletree Factory Museum

In the 1860s, Madison, Indiana, was the leading producer of saddletrees with over a dozen saddletree companies, including the Schroeder Saddletree Factory.

May 7, 2015

 

Kade Puckett

A third-generation guitarist, Kade Puckett has played for over 25 years. In 2013, he became Indiana's Fingerstyle Guitar Champion, winning an O.C. Bear Guitar.

May 21, 2015

 

Sleeping Bag – “Here I Am”

Founded by Bloomington drummer Dave Segedy, Sleeping Bag performs the pop rock inspired "Here I Am."

May 21, 2015

 

Sleeping Bag – “Touch of Gold”

Founded by Bloomington drummer Dave Segedy, Sleeping Bag performs the pop rock inspired "Touch of Gold."

May 21, 2015

 

Sleeping Bag – “Wrestle”

Founded by Bloomington drummer Dave Segedy, Sleeping Bag performs the pop rock inspired "Wrestle," from their third LP, "Deep Sleep."

May 21, 2015

 

Chris Dadds

After years as a carpenter, Chris Dadds turned to a beloved childhood hobby, developing a unique woodworking niche that has seen his work shipped across the US.

May 21, 2015

 

Veterans Memorial Museum

After becoming interested in military history as a child, Brian Mundell began collecting military memorabilia, creating Terre Haute's only memorial museum.

May 21, 2015

 

Sleeping Bag

Founded by Bloomington drummer Dave Segedy, Sleeping Bag draws inspiration from a wide-range of musical influences, featuring pop hooks and driving rock beats.

May 21, 2015

 

Fast Eddie’s World of Speed

Even though they are only 1/24th the scale of an automobile, slot cars can reach speeds of over 100mph; racers must master hair-trigger maneuvering for the win.

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