Local Musician Lands Role In Miles Davis Biopic

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INDIANAPOLIS -- Indianapolis Jazz Bassist Brandon Meeks portrays one of Miles Davis’ band members in a new biopic of the legendary musician, created by actor-director by Don Cheadle. WFYI’s Jill Ditmire invited Brandon to stop by the studio to talk about the film.

Arts & Culture / March 29, 2025

New Midwest Jazz Collective tour makes stop in Indy, aims to bring more artists to the region

A new collaboration between jazz clubs across the Midwest aims to bring more artists to the region. The inaugural tour makes its first stop in Indianapolis this weekend.

Arts & Culture / April 18, 2025

Federal funding cuts to Indiana Humanities cause halt in grant distribution for local programs

Indiana Humanities was originally awarded $1.3 million from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) this fiscal year. However, the U.S. The Department of Government Efficiency terminated the funding this month.