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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.

WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.

Posts tagged music

October 4, 2018

 

Rees Harps

Curious about historical instruments, former teacher, William Rees, began building his own replications. Now, 30 years later, Rees Harps is a worldwide name.

July 2, 2018

 

Gordon Bonham – “Everything But You”

Blues guitarist and Indiana musical staple Gordon Bonham performs his original song, “Everything But You.”

July 2, 2018

 

Gordon Bonham – “Local Honey”

Blues guitarist and Indiana musical staple Gordon Bonham performs his original song, “Local Honey.”

June 28, 2018

 

Gordon Bonham

Blues guitarist Gordon Bonham is a musical staple in Indiana, combining a variety of blues styles, from Texas shuffles to the rhythms of West Coast swing.

June 21, 2018

 

The Main Squeeze – “All In”

Inspired by funk and rock-n-roll, The Main Squeeze performs “All In,” featured on their album, “Mind Your Head,” with legendary producer, Randy Jackson.

June 21, 2018

 

The Main Squeeze – “Two Steps”

Inspired by funk and rock-n-roll, The Main Squeeze performs “Two Steps,” featured on their album, “Mind Your Head,” with legendary producer, Randy Jackson.

June 7, 2018

 

The Elect – “A Little Bite of Love”

Inspired by roots rock, The Elect is gaining national attention, collaborating with such acclaimed acts as Bob Seger. They perform, “A Little BIte of Love.”

June 7, 2018

 

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.

June 6, 2018

 

Stay Outside – “Lt. Dan”

Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, Stay Outside has been called the “definition of indie alternative rock.” They perform “Lt. Dan,” from their debut EP “Okay for Now.”

May 24, 2018

 

Street of Dreams: Jazz on Indiana Avenue – The Decline of an Era

After forty years as a center of culture and music, Indianapolis’ jazz haven, Indiana Avenue, crumbled under the weight of economic downturn and desegregation.

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