The Weekly Special

September 7, 2017

A Mandolin and a High Tenor Voice: Bean Blossom

In part one of a three-part series examining bluegrass history in Indiana, learn how a popular 1930s pastime in the town of Bean Blossom inspired a festival.

June 29, 2017

Jake Dodds – “Slow”

Rising country star Jake Dodds, accompanied by guitarist Chris McConnell, perform "Slow," an original composition from Dodds' deput EP release, "The Debut."

May 12, 2017

Rainwater – “Rocket to the Sun”

Born and raised in Brown County, Kenan Rainwater combines his folk roots with doo-wop harmonies; together with his band, Rainwater performs "Rocket to the Sun."

May 11, 2017

Rainwater

Born and raised in Brown County, and founding member of the Indiana Boys, Kenan Rainwater combines his folk roots with doo-wop harmonies and electric influence.

May 11, 2017

Rainwater – “Love Brain”

Born and raised in Brown County, Kenan Rainwater combines his folk roots with doo-wop harmonies. Together with his band, Rainwater performs "Love Brain."

April 28, 2017

Cari Ray – “House Keys”

Known for her infectious groove and impeccable storytelling, Cari Ray performs her original song, "House Keys," merging blues, folk, and country.

April 27, 2017

Cari Ray

Known for her infectious groove and impeccable storytelling, Cari Ray merges traditional American music, including blues, folk, country, and even ragtime.

April 27, 2017

Cari Ray – “Bad and Better Angels”

Known for her infectious groove and impeccable storytelling, Cari Ray performs her original song, "Bad and Better Angels," merging blues, folk, and country.

February 20, 2017

Split Rail – “Come N’ Get Me”

Split Rail, a four-piece hard driving band born out of the foothills of Morgan County, Indiana, performs their original song, "Come N' Get Me."

January 26, 2017

Split Rail – “Morgan County Line”

Split Rail, a four-piece hard driving band born out of the foothills of Morgan County, Indiana, performs their original song, "Morgan County Line."

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